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May 25, 1928 WILMETTE LIFE ous achievements. The 0 w a s s i p p e Camper-A numeral of the · current year is· issued to each · Scout who does · all that' is expected of a good camper in activities, advanceme,!lt, service and Scouting sp,irit. Honor Camper-The Owassippe "0" is given to those campef1s who have not only borne their full share· of camp responsibilities, but who have displayed at all times a spirit of helpfulness. Order of The ArrowHonor Campers who have been outstanding not only in their spirit of faithfulness and service, but who have exhibited definite leadership among their fellow Scouts at camp can be elected to candidacy in the honor so-. ciety known as the Order of The Arrow. opportunity to satisfy the cravin'g all normal boys have for roughing it "out on their own." Special emphasis will be placed this season on overnight hikes. These hikes are always taken under the direction of competent adult leadership. Nature Lore-It is impossible for anv hoy to really become acquainted with the wonden of nature while in the city. Each camp contains a museum. 'fhese, along with the nature trails, h 1· t at aJe ~atd out, give each and every camper ample opportunit_v to study the trees, birds . and animals of the woods. Here is tl~c place for Merit Badge · F or Ca mp · R egtster is conducted under ideal co. nditions, more t h an a month to go and instruction is given m evep· I>e f ore t I1e fi rst tram · 1 .J oa d o f S couts ar- b ranch, from the bef!inner who cannot · C ~ nves at amp Checaugau, operated by ~~w!m at all, up to the most · advanced the Chicago Boy Scout council, about swm1mcr. Thi s important . activity is 100 north shore Scouts have already under the supervision of Red Cross Scouts to qualify in botany, forestry, fil e d t h e1r · regt·3trations · reptile study and insect for camp. li f e-saving- experts. Swimming is per- conservation. life. In a letter t parents, Scout Execu- mitt cd onl\' at certain stated hours and tive \Valter 1IcPeek outlines some competent- adult lead ers are always in Handicraft-Th e pioneers and Scouts reasons why a period at Owasippe \\'ill attendance. Owa ..;sippe has won for of the early days found it necessary Dada' Day at Cabin pa~' dividends in boy character: the pa ..;t 2 years the National Lock- ·to be able to "use their hands." HanAll the dads of the Scouts of the The 0\rassippi Scout Camps, 7 in \Yood Trophy for having tau()'ht the dicraft at Owassippe teaches Scouts to North Shore Area Council are invited number, accommodate at on~ tim e mor greatest numb er of boys to swim. make useful articles in leather, wood, to come to the Cabin-in-the-Woods than 1.000 Scouts. The se camps, he Boating-\\'H AT SPORT! Next to bone, beads, tin, etc. Leaders adept in with their sons and do some real cause of their succes:.,f ul and efficient s wimming, boating is probably the Hangicraft are being secured for each Scouting. Scouts and dads will build operation, have become kno\\'n nation - most popular : port at camp. Instruc- camp. their own fire·3 toge!,her, cook their · ally and are th e largest bo ys' camp ;-; tiun i.s g-iven to all Scouts in the Honors and Awards-All Scouts in meals together, go hiking, and do west of the Allegheny ~fountain . . handling o f boats and canoes and this camp have the same opportunity to many other things in the line of ScoutThey are conducte~l by the Chicago spor t is under the supervision of a qualify for the follo\\'ing honors:- ing. This is to give dad an idea of council. Boy Scouts of America. and lea der at all times. · Totem Belts-Appropriate symboh arc what his son does in the line of campare located near \Vhitchall C~I uske.t!;on Hiking-Scouts in camp have ample painted on Scout belts indicating vari - ing and outdoor tests in Scouting. county), . ~fichigatl. (P. ~- Addre ss·-- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ n\,·:-~s.,ippc, ?\fichigan ). What a Period at Owassippe Offers Every Scout-Th e Owas sippe Scout camps situat ed in the beautiful lak e country of Northern ~Iichi ga n far a \\'ay from the . hurry of people, the st nt! dirt and heavy air of the city. off t' r ~n opportunity to stretch the 111Uscle~ and breathe fre sh air. The 0\\'assipp Scout camps gi\·c a lease on all outdoors. ~fo s t boYs after ~pe ndin g nine m onths in . :;c hoo.l feel a hit sluggish. but \\·hen they get out in the \\' nod s. especially UJ at 0\\'assippe. t hn· can fairh· feel their reel blood tingle. One w.ill want to break loose and rnn like a drer, S\Yim like a fish. and climb a tree like a Sf!uirrel. The 0\\'as~ippe Scout camp~ prcsc~1t an oppnrttmity to receive a real kno\\'1edge of Scoutcraft, handicraft, naturecraft. watercraft. woodcraft, campcraft and funcraft. \Vhat knowledge! 'A' hat I fun! \Vhat in spiration awaits one! .Leadership-A most important consideration in any bo\'s' camp is the leadership. \Vithout that a camp with the fine st equipment possible would oe a failure. Men selected for leadership at camp are of the ver~· highest type. considered not only from the standpoint of character and knowledge of Scou~craft, hut also because of their understandin~ of boys and experience in boy leadership. Health-Parents can rest assured that ever)· precaution possible is taken at all times at camp to insure the health of campers. A licensed physi cian is on the Headquarter:_, Staff and is assisted by a doctor in each one of the camps. Accidents and illness in camp are rare. Every Scout. upon arriving at camp. must have had a thorough physical examination . . and rules regarding health and sanitation are rigidly enforced. Only the best of plain, wholesome food i.s served and all menus are approved by expert Complete Fuel Service dieticians. Program-A varied and elective program of activities will afford every Scout ample opportunity to advance in the regular Scoutcraft requirements and will at the same time give him opportunity to participate and indulge in the various hobbies that espeCially interest him most. A radical departure from the former program of the camps will be made this year whkh will make it possible for every camper to enjoy a new and varied experience. The program will be made up of adve~t_ure, "" thrills, and clean, wholeson;e act.1vtty. Swimming-Swimming at Owassippe r:v· v tt 1 1 1 1 SAVE 8% TO 12% ON YOUR MONEY By purchasing your coal before June 1st you may save from 8 o/a to 12% on your money. Coal prices are now at their lowest point; af[er this month there will be a substantial increase in the cost of all coal. The interest you can earn on your money by placing your order now is far greater than you could possibly receive by lending your money. If necessaryt it would pay you to borrow the amount necessary to fill your coal bin. Our coal is carefully graded and thoroughly screenedt which assures you of clean coal, free from excessive ash and clinkers. EDINGER & SONS Established 1907 PHONES Wilmette 641 ..642 .. University 5035 Winnetka 643