Philip S Miller Park
Miles of trails provide many options, and the 200 step challenge hill adds a degree of difficulty.
Race to the top!
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Hello, Pack 559!
For March we're inviting everyone on a new hike, Philip S Miller Park! Located in Castle Rock this park offers miles of trails and a 200 step challenge hill.
Important Reminder: YOU MUST RSVP to the Hike Leader, Karen Hashemi (email: kmshields@gmail.com ), if you plan on attending so we know how many to expect and who to meet up with at the amphitheater!
When: Sunday, 3/10, at 1:00PM (we're springing forward, so don't be late).
Where: Philip S Miller Park 1375 W Plum Creek Pkwy Castle Rock, CO 80109 We'll be meeting at the amphitheater.
Why: Scouts do fun stuff outdoors; We live in Colorado and it's beautiful; A Scout is Physically Strong and hiking is good exercise; Need I say loopies!
Who: All Pack 559 Scouts, their family and human friends! (please leave the furry ones at home)
Attire: Class-B uniforms (gold or new blue Pack T-Shirts) and all scouts should bring their ten outdoor essentials in a day pack. The ten essentials (eight for wolves and tigers) are an important part of the BSA motto "Be Prepared!" and should be a part of every outdoor scouting event. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scout_Outdoor_Essentials.
The Wolf Eight Essentials are: First aid kit, Filled water bottle, Flashlight, Trail food, Sunscreen,Whistle, Rain gear, Pocket knife. The Bear and Webelos Ten Essentials are all of the above plus Map/Compass and Matches/Fire starter.
I created a lightweight gear on a budget guide: https://lighterpack.com/r/ba2ko2
What Else to Bring: Please wear sneakers or hiking boots, no sandals, wear Pack 559 t-shirt. Also, please be sure to bring day a pack, including rain gear, hat, enough water, lunch and snacks.
Brush up on the Outdoor Code and Leave No Trace Guidelines before the hike so that we can all act like Scouts while we are there!
http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/outdoorprogram/outdoorethics/outdoorcode.aspx
http://www.scouting.org/Home/OutdoorProgram/OutdoorEthics/LeaveNoTrace.aspx