My Conservation-Related Activities at the 2017 National Jamboree

Me showing my completed mining in society badge card at the 2017 National Jamboree, West Virginia, July 24, 2017

From July 19-28, 2017, I attended and participated in the 2017 National Jamboree for Boy Scouts and Venturers at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia.  It was a great experience, but with alot of walking, and I did many activities.

Me at the Summit Bechtel Reserve 2017 National Jamboree, West Virginia, July 24, 2017

There were alot of activities already planned for my Troop 3127 with the Northeast Georgia Council before we got there, so that didn’t leave very much time to do things I wanted to do.  But, I still did things that I liked.

Me at the Hornaday Exhibit Tent at the 2017 National Jamboree, West Virginia, July 25, 2017

Conservation-related activities I completed at the 2017 National Jamboree were going to the Hornaday Exhibit Tent and talking with scout staff.  I went there twice, and talked to two people.  Both times I went there, I talked with men who were very encouraging.  The second time, I talked to the Central Region Angling Chairman, who asked me many questions about my Hornaday project.  He also talked to me about preparing my final report and following up on the progress I’ve made with my project.

Me with Staffmember Mr. Michael Brand at the Hornaday Exhibit Tent, 2017 National Jamboree, July 25, 2017

I also went to the Sustainability Tree House three times.  The first two times, I didn’t have much chance to look through it because I had to get back to my camp and it was at the end of the day.  The third time I went there, I looked through all of it except the top floor because of the risk of lightning that day.  It was really cool!

Me at the Sustainability Tree House, 2017 National Jamboree, July 25, 2017

At the National Eagle Scout Association Tent, I saw Regis, the bald eagle.  Regis is the Association’s mascot.  He is a beautiful eagle, and a wonderful representative of the Association.  It’s disappointing that he is an eagle in captivity, but it looks like he is being well taken care of.

Me with Regis, the bald eagle, at the NESA Tent. 2017 National Jamboree; July 25, 2017

At Jamboree, I gave out some of my custom-made Hornaday patches to scout leaders. Unfortunately, my fellow scouts at Jamboree weren’t very interested in them, and didn’t want to trade any of their patches for them.  But, working on my project is still very important to me, and I know I’ve made a positive impact on the environment.

 

 

Recognizing my Project Supporters in Scouting

Me with Mrs. Kaplan after completing my Hornaday project application and having it approved, May 21, 2016, District Roundtable Meeting, Snellville, Georgia

I’ve recognized my family members who’ve helped me with my Hornaday project at the Dunwoody Nature Center in a past blog post.  Now, I’d like to recognize my project supporters who are in scouting as my leaders and advisers.

Me with Mr. Abercrombie as I’m recognized for being a top seller of camp cards in my troop, Fall 2016, Troop Meeting, Snellville, Georgia

Mr. Dean Abercrombie, an assistant scoutmaster in my troop, first referred me to Mrs. Donna Kaplan, who is the Hornaday Chairperson for my troop’s council of Northeast Georgia.

Me with Mr. Abercrombie, Snellville, Georgia, April 21, 2017

I met with Mrs. Kaplan soon after being referred to her by Mr. Abercrombie, and signed my application to begin my Hornaday project in May 2016.

Me with Mrs. Loveland near Wildcat Creek, Dunwoody Nature Center, April 21, 2017

My conservation adviser for my Hornaday project, who is also the Program Director at Dunwoody Nature Center, is Mrs. Holly Loveland.  Mrs. Loveland is also very involved in scouting since one of her sons is a Boy Scout.  She has earned her wood badge, and is a great adviser who is always willing to give her time, support, and encouragement.

Me talking with Mr. Henderson about my project, Troop Meeting, Snellville, Georgia, April 17, 2017

Mr. Ed Henderson is my troop scoutmaster, and he and I have talked about my Hornaday project on many occasions.  I’ve given him information and updates about my project, and let him know about all of the progress I’ve made in the past year.

There are also other people who have supported me and who are members of my scout council’s Hornaday committee, although I don’t know them and don’t know their names. They gave me ideas and suggestions for formulating my project’s final proposal.

Thank you to all of my supporters and leaders in scouting who continue to guide me throughout my project!