First Night at Camp Parsons

Arrived at Camp Parsons at 1pm yesterday, took swim tests and got settled in to camp and had our first meal – BBQ beef which was pretty good.  After dinner, got our beach orientation and the had merit badge signup.  Reminded me of signing up for classes in high school.  A little crazy, but all the kids got signed up for the badges they wanted.  A little down time, then off to the opening campfire and back to the camp site for lights out at 10pm. 

Of course, lights out didn’t mean many scouts went to sleep.  Some got into their tents and talked away for a what seemed to be hours before the camp went quiet, then nobody stirred until morning.   It is clear these guys are excited and ready to have a good time.

We are off to our first breakfast and merit badge classes this morning.  So far, no issues with homesickness and the troop is moving together well as a unit .  Just wanted to get a quick post out and will try and post some pictures posted later.