Andrew continues to really enjoy scouts. He is pretty motivated to pass off requirements and earn segments for his uniform. We went out to Horning's Hideout for the Scout Fishing Derby. Andrew did not want to keep the fish, which was a requirement. He would much prefer to catch and release so that he didn't have to gut and clean the fish. Fortunately, Grandpa Norm went along and took care of all the gross parts. Marin and I went around looking at all the peacocks and peahens that are found out there.
Andrew also participated in a conservation activity, working toward the World Conservation Badge. They learned about Ivy and Blackberries that are invasive species. They pulled some out. They also weeded and dug up root balls of blackberry bushes to get rid of them. It was funny to watch him doing yard work, even though he hated every minute of it.
Andrew went to scout camp this past week. They went to Camp Discovery out on Scouter Mountain. The consensus by the boys that had been to camp last year was that Camp Ireland was much better. They liked the site better, the staff better, and the activities better last year. I think they enjoyed themselves this year too. They participated in archery, BB guns, leather crafts, scavenger hunts, maps and orienteering, an obstacle course, and various other activities. I went one of the days. They were pretty well behaved and had a good day. I happened to be there on one of the two BB days. They made me demonstrate how to hold the gun (I am anti-gun, any gun). Andrew earned his pro shooter award. He got 5 shots within the bullseye. His first shot was dead center of the page. I guess he has a great eye, just like his sharp shooter father.
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