Death Valley Trip, March 23-28 2013

We set off from the Whistle Stop at 6:30 AM to begin the 8-hour car ride to Death Valley. About 3/4 of the way there, the alternator failed on the Scoutmaster's van, and we detoured north of Lone Pine and set up camp within view of Mount Whitney while the alternator was replaced.
The next morning, we woke up to 28 degree temperatures and a beautiful view of the back of the Sierras. After breakfast, we checked out the Reward gold mine and then headed for Death Valley.
The valley temperatures were 50s at night and 70s during the day, perfect weather for checking out Scotty's Castle and the unique geological features of Death Valley. We brought back lots of great memories from this trip, and we hope to return to Death Valley in the future.

Red Hills Hike, February 23rd

Perfect weather, perfect* hike, and everyone wants to return to this beautiful spot in Tuolmne County.

*: Except for the on-site first aid training on the SPL!(inside story).

2013 Klondike Derby, February 15th-16th

This year had a little more snow than last year, and everyone had fun camping and competing in the snow.

And now for the pictures!

Monterey Bike Trip, October 2012

We had a wonderful time on this trip, the weather was perfect and the 2 adult leaders and 11 Scouts who went on the trip all enjoyed it. The 18-mile bike ride was beautiful, and Bubba Gump's (AKA "The happiest place on Earth", according to Stevie) was as good as ever.
We had a great time for the 2nd year in a row, and we hope to return next year!

Return to Kibbie Lake, September 2012

7 Scouts and 3 leaders had a beautiful trip into Yosemite Wilderness for the second time this year.
All of us want to return next year.
Check out the photos in the gallery.