Updated 9/17/19 with photos (Photo credit Mrs. Carpenter)
A Scout is Prepared: How Will You Prepare for Devil’s Marbleyard?
A few things to gather now to help you prepare:
- BRING WATER! Being dehydrated is not a good feeling. A water bladder or several bottles will fit in a Camelbak/day pack.
- Think burning calories while hiking. Patrols should consider nutritional snacks to avoid the dreaded bonk.* I found this calculation of calories burned per hour hiking:
- Use bug spray, sun screen, and bring a wide brimmed hat. The marbleyard is out in the open. We don’t want sunburned scouts!
- Pack a 2nd pair of hiking socks. Wet socks equal blisters. You will want to change into them after lunch.
- Hiking shoes/boots: Do yours fit? Break in new hiking boots BEFORE the hike.
- Get your feet and body ready for the long hike by hiking with a weighted backpack on the Noland Trail (~5 miles) at Mariners’ Museum Park.
- Pack a First Aid Kit in your day pack. Moleskin is a must!
*Bonk= no more calories to burn
Here are a few websites to help you further prepare for the Devil’s Marbleyard adventure!
1. How to Train for Rock Climbing and Bouldering Click Here
2. Ten Tips for Safe Hiking: How to Prepare for a Day Hike Click Here
3. Are you prepared for hiking in hot weather? Click Here
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