Fishing Gun Lake - counselors.calvinistcadets.org • Fall 2015 Clarion This year, though, a few people got serious about getting pledges. The top two pledge getters gained prizes

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Cadet Counselor’s NewsletterFall 2015

Fishing Gun Lake (continued) ..................... 2

Cadet Week Theme ................................. 3

News/Dates/New Clubs ......................... 4

Chaplain’s Corner ................................... 4

R•P•B Spiders Merit Badge .................... 5 Cadets ................................................ 5 Counselors ......................................... 8

R•P•B Snowboarding and Skiing Merit Badge ............................................ 11 Cadets ................................................ 11 Counselors ......................................... 14

Spotlight On Constitution Update ........................... 20 Alps Mountaineering .......................... 20 Funding .............................................. 20 The CRC Network Invites You ............. 21 Visit Congress in Michigan in January .. 21 Did You Know? .................................... 21 Counselor Aid Booklets Updated ... 21 Badge Magic ................................... 21 Regional Conferences ......................... 21

Projects Braided Dog Leash ............................. 22 Bird Doorstop .................................... 24

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Fishing Gun Lakethe thirteenth time

On June 6, the fishing tourna-ment came to Gun Lake near Kalamazoo, Michigan for the

thirteenth consecutive year. It seems that people always have a good time fishing and swapping experiences at a great lunch afterward. But the finan-cial gain isn’t always as much as the Cadet Corps would hope to see. Most fishermen are content to pay the reg-istration fee, but don’t make the extra effort to get pledges.

(Right) Dick Broene presented Bode Toonstra with two trophies at the Cadet Fishing Tournament — one

for the largest game fish and one for the most pounds of legal game fish.

(Above and left) Ken Kortman had to settle for second place for his two big beauties. He missed out on first place by 4⁄100 of a pound!

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This year, though, a few people got serious about getting pledges. The top two pledge getters gained prizes and rec-ognition for their efforts. In first place, as usual, was John Barneveld, of Sarnia, Ontario. He collected 48 pledges, bring-ing in more than $3,000. Second place in pledges this year went to Corps President Larry DeHaan, whose 29 pledges amounted to more than $1,000. The total profit for the event was about $8,000, which was the amount we had budgeted. We thank God for His blessings of safety, fun, and finance as we minister in His kingdom.

(Above) Malachi Overweg (left) and Cameron Bennett (right) fished from shore. Malachi won the trophy for the most fish for his efforts!

(Right) This boy waited patiently

to go fishing with Dad — while others

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(Above) Larry DeHaan (the Corps president) not only brought in a number of pledges but also helped tournament organizers by weighing the fish.

This was the first year Henry Bosch (above) from Heritage Council was able to fish at the Corps fishing tournament in Michigan. He has graciously provided a delicious lunch for the previous tournaments. This year, Kim and Mary (Corps’ secretaries) organized the lunch! (See right.) Reports are in that lunch was delicious!

(Above) Cadet Corps is thankful that John Barneveld is consistent — in past years (and again this year) he has brought in the most support for Corps with his pledges for our fishing tournament.


2015/2016 Theme: Hooked on ChristLitany

Leader: As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He found four fishermen — Peter, Andrew, James and John. Jesus said to them, “Come follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” The men immediately left their nets and followed Jesus.

Counselors/ Lord, we want to be hooked on You and be fishers Cadets: of men too.

Leader: For three years, these men and eight others followed Jesus learning from His teachings and observing the miracles He performed.

Congregation: Lord, we desire to learn more of You, so we can share the good news of Jesus with those around us.

Leader: The man who plants and the man who waters have one purpose, and each will be rewarded according to his own labor. For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, God’s building.

Congregation: Lord, we want to be faithful in the work You give us as fishers of men — whether we plant seeds or water them.

Leader: Jesus told his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.”

Congregation: If you call us to be harvesters in your field, we are ready to serve through the strength and wisdom You provide through the Holy Spirit.

Leader: After Jesus rose from the dead, He met his disciples in Galilee, He instructed them to go and make disciples in all nations, baptizing them and teaching them to obey all that He had taught them.

Congregation: Lord, make us faithful in hooking others to You too. It is our desire that our friends and family and neighbors around the world know the good news of salvation like we do.

Leader: The apostle Paul said that he considered everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus as his Lord, for whose sake he had lost all things. Paul considered them rubbish, that he might gain Christ.

Congregation: Lord, hook us into You so we can say with Paul that everything is worthless compared to You. We love You and all we want is more of You!

ALL: Jesus! All for Jesus! May every part of our lives be totally hooked on Christ!

Scripture: Matthew 4:18–22, Matthew 9:37–38, 1 Corinthians 3:8–9, Philippians 3:8

Theme Verse“Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men.” Matthew 4:19

Song SuggestionsBelow are suggestions for songs (and the writer or artist) that fit this year’s theme

All I Really Want is More of You Lincoln BrewsterAll to Jesus I Surrender Judson W VandeVenterAs the Deer Martin J NystromCornerstone HillsongEnough Chris Tomlin and Louis GiglioHere I Am to Worship Tim HughesHooked on Christ Darrin BergI Give Myself Away William McDowellI Love You Lord Laurie B KleinIn Christ Alone Keith Getty and Stuart TownendIt is You Peter FurlerI Will Follow Chris TomlinI Will Make You Fishers of Men Harry D ClarkeJesus is All the World to Me Will L ThompsonJesus! All for Jesus! Robin MarkJust Say Jesus 7eventh Time DownLord You Have my Heart Martin SmithMore of You Colton DixonO How I Love Jesus Frederick WhitfieldSeeking the Lost William A OgdenSoul on Fire Third Day10,000 Reasons Matt RedmanThe Only Name (Yours Will Be) Big Daddy WeaveThe River Brian Doerksen (YouTube)This I Believe Hillsong WorshipWe Will Worship the Lamb Annie HerringYou are My All in All Peter FurlerYou Can Have Me Sidewalk ProphetsYou Never Let Go of Me Matt Redmond

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Miscellaneous NewsDirector’s Council VisitsFall 2015

When Clarion printed the list of councils to be vis-ited last spring, it was uncertain who the director would be when visiting time came. Dick Broene was to retire from that position as soon as Steve Bootsma was approved for employment in the USA. Unfortunately, at the time of this writing, that is still the case. We are fairly confident that Mr. Bootsma will be in position soon, and will set dates for the visits. These councils are due for visitation this fall.

Ontario Bear Creek, Golden Triangle North Region Central Alberta, Greater Edmonton, West

Winds, Yellowstone Michigan Grand River, Great Lakes, Kalamazoo,

Wood-N-Stream

Important Dates2015 August 15 Ontario Golf Tournament August 22 CCC Sporting Clay Shoot, Zeeland,

Michigan September 12 Rice Lake Fishing Tournament, Ontario September 19 Midwest Regional Conference October 8–10 DCE Phase 2 Training in Byron Center,

Michigan November 7 Regional Conference in Michigan November 14 Conference 31 at YMCA in Nobleton,

Ontario

Surrounded By Prayer by Chaplain Jim Hoekstra

As I look back over the past year, I see the sig-nificance of prayer in many ways. One of my favorite prayer events happened last sum-

mer at the 2014 Cadet International Camporee in Lacombe, Alberta. Extreme storms were moving into the area as we were bedding down for the night. With a thousand boys and counselors sleeping in handmade tents of plastic, rope, and duct tape, we started to pray fervently for God’s protection.After much prayer, the first storm split in half, going

to the north and south of us. Praise the Lord! The following day, a second storm hit us at mid-morning and trees started coming down around the camp. An evacuation became necessary, and God provided a nearby church for us to sleep in that night. We learned to work together as all avail-able pew space and floor space was used as sleeping areas that night. Once again, God answered our prayers, keeping us safe from the storm. Praise the Lord!

That prayer event happened in late July, and it became a “mountain top” experience for me. Two months later, I went through a “valley of life” experience when Rod Van-Dyke, my friend and colleague at South Christian High School, was tragically killed while biking to school. The sudden shock of this event reverberated through every-one at school and far beyond our school community. Many Christian and public school communities, as well as the church families and many businesses and individuals in our extended community, surrounded us with their prayers

as together, students and staff shed tears of sorrow. In my classes, we wrestled with the phrase “Life is hard, but God is good.” Question and answer #1 of the Heidelberg Catechism brought us com-fort as each student and staff member received a card with that printed on it. Together, the South Christian commu-nity prayed, wept, and grew in relationship as God’s people. And together we had the opportunity to find God’s peace.

It is important for each of us to remember events where God clearly answered our desperate prayers. But it is also good to notice the importance of consistent, diligent prayer activities. Cadets regularly sends out an e-mail with the title “Cadeting Prayer Concerns and Praises.” The execu-tive committee and visioning teams pray together at our meetings. We also have a newly written “Cadet Prayer” to be considered when praying for Cadets. Prayer is part of all cadeting events and the Cadet ministry is prayed for in many, many homes.

Knowing that we are surrounded by prayer, we can go forth boldly — hand in hand with Christ — enjoying the “mountain top” experiences and working through the “val-ley” times of struggle. Maybe this is what Paul meant when he challenged us in 1 Thessalonians to “pray continually.”

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5 • Fall 2015 ClarionEXPLORING: SCIENCE: SPIDERS

SPIDERS

1. List four ways that spiders differ from insects.

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6. What part of the spider’s body produces silk?

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1. Write a report on the relationship of spiders and humans. Discuss the positive and negative aspects of this relationship. Discuss why this relationship has any negative aspects in the first place.


2. Do at least two of the following.a. Make a poster showing the internal anatomy of

a spider and labeling the parts. This should be your own hand drawn picture and not a print that you have downloaded or scanned electron-ically.

b. Write a report on a species common to your geographic area. This should be on an actual live specimen that you have observed. Include the common and scientific name. Your report should include the following: physical description (size, body shape, coloration, and markings), pre-ferred food or prey, type of web it constructs, characteristic behavior, habitat, geographic range, life cycle, and life span.

c. Make a scrapbook of newspaper or magazine articles, brochures, or pamphlets provided by pest control companies, agricultural supply or hardware stores, university extension offices,

etc. that deal with the subject of spiders in your area. Optionally, you may create an electronic version if your counselor approves and you have some means of displaying it to him.

d. Make a scrapbook of photos and articles that deals with any spiders in your area that are considered “significantly venomous.” In other words, their bite usually requires medical treat-ment. Share this report with your cadre. Your report should include at least two photos of each type found in your area and have information on how to identify these species, where they usually can be found (and avoided), and how the venom affects the victim. If you have the means to display an electronic file to your cadre, you may create an electronic “scrapbook” version instead of a hard copy, but be sure your display medium is large enough that everyone in your cadre can view it easily.

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EXPLORING: SCIENCE: SPIDERS


Spiders

PURPOSETo provide a badge so boys may learn more about one

of the small parts of God’s creation and gain a deeper ap-preciation of it.

LEARNING1. Differences between spiders and insects:

• Spider bodies are divided into two parts (cephel-othorax and abdomen); insect bodies are divided into three parts (head, thorax, and abdomen).

• Spiders have four pairs of legs; insects have three pairs of legs.

• Spiders have more than two eyes; insects have one pair of eyes.

• Spiders produce silk, also making more than one type of silk. Few, if any, adult insects produce silk. Those that do produce only one type.

2. Body parts:• The cephalothorax (also known as the prosoma) is

the front part of a spider’s body. Most of the external appendages of the spider are attached here, including legs, eyes, chelicerae and other mouth parts, and pedipalps. It also contains the brain, venom gland, and some digestive organs.

• The abdomen (also known a opisthosoma) is the rear part of a spider’s body. It contains the organs for breathing, circulation, digestion, reproduction, and silk production.

3. Mouth parts:• The chelicerae are a spider’s jaws and are tipped

with fangs; they are filled with muscles, and are used to hold prey while the spider injects venom. Some species also possess teeth that can be used to shred and mash its food.

• Located behind the chelicerae are other small mouth parts — the labium and labrum. Along with the chelicerae, these mouth parts work together to direct food into the spider’s mouth, which is hidden behind the cherlicerae and other mouth parts.

• Pedipalps are like the chelicerae and are also part of a spider’s mouth. They are located between the chelicerae and first pair of legs on the cephalothorax. Pedipalps are jointed and look somewhat like small legs. They are used like antennae: pedipalps help the spider sense objects that it encounters. Some spiders also use their pedipalps to shape their webs and to aid in prey capture and feeding. Pedipalps are also used by male spiders to transfer sperm to female spiders.

• Eating: Before its food can enter the digestive sys-tem, it must be in liquid form or be reduced to very

small particles. So in a way, a spider “pre-digests” its food by processing and filtering it externally with its mouth parts.

After paralyzing its prey, some spiders may wrap it up in silk to make it easier to transport back to the nest. Some species actually cover the prey in silk before injecting the venom, making it easier to attack. A female spider may carry wrapped prey back to its young spiderlings. Most spiders do not eat their prey whole; instead they expel digestive enzymes onto or into the animal to liquefy it. Some spiders use their fangs to inject the digestive fluid directly into the animal. This sort of spider liquefies the animal’s insides, leaving the exoskeleton more or less intact. Then it sucks the liquefied remains into its stomach through hairs on its chelicerae and mouth, which act as a filter. Other species chew their prey up with serrated “teeth” on the chelicerae before vomiting digestive fluid on the body and sucking in the liquid remains.

4. Almost all spiders produce venom. Only two spider families are known to be non-venomous — Uloboridae (a type of orbweaver with an almost worldwide distri-bution) and Holarchaeidae (only two species known to inhabit the forests of Tasmania and New Zealand). Spiders use venom to paralyze or kill its prey; this makes it safe for the spider to feed without risking a struggle.

5. The vast majority of spiders have either six or eight eyes. Spider eyes are considered “simple” as they do not have multiple lenses and facets as do the compound eyes found on most insects. Their eyes are also fixed, so they can’t move them to shift their vision. Some eyes function simply to detect motion, some are much larger and aid nocturnal hunters, and some are only capable of distinguishing shades of light and dark. Eyes are arranged or grouped by their function.

The number of eyes and their arrangement varies by species and were created to match each species’ habitat and the food it preys on. Their eye arrangement is often a key to identifying that species. A spider with six eyes might have them arranged with two on an upper row and four on a row just below.

6. All spiders produce silks. A single spider can produce many different types of silk for different uses. Silk is produced through tiny pores in a spider’s spinnerets. Most spiders have six spinnerets.• The spider’s abdomen is tipped by spinnerets.• Spider silk is a protein that is formed as a liquid by

silk glands and squeezed out of the spinnerets like toothpaste from a tube. The liquid thread hardens as it leaves the spinneret. Most of the silk threads in a spider web are multiple strands of fine silk lying alongside each other. Spiders produce several types of silk from different types of spinning glands.

• One type of silk is major-ampullate (dragline) silk. This is used for the outer rim, spokes, and lifeline of the spider‘s web. It can be as strong per unit weight as steel, but is much tougher.



Capture-spiral silk is used for the capturing lines of the spider’s web. It is sticky, extremely stretchy, and tough. The stiffest silk is tubiliform (aka cylindriform) silk which spiders use for pro-tective egg sacs.

Aciniform silk is used by spiders to wrap and secure freshly captured prey. It is two to three times as tough as the other silks, including dragline.

Another type of silk is minor-ampullate silk which is used for temporary scaffolding during web construction.

• Silks have many uses that vary by species, and sometimes even by a spider’s maturity. The most common use of silks is for building webs, but spiders also produce silks to wrap egg sacs, wrap prey they have paralyzed or wish to restrain, line burrows or tunnels, or to conceal themselves or their young. Spiderlings (usually not adults) can also use silk to engage in ballooning or kiting to move from one location to another.

7. Not all spider species build webs in the strict sense of the word; some only spin silk to line burrows or wrap egg sacs. The wolf spider is one family that hunts for food instead of trapping it in a web. Most webs are built to capture prey for food. Some are built to rear young, hide from predators, or to restrain captured prey.

One of the common type of webs is a form of “orb,” a shape of concentric circles. Others are named after the shapes they resemble, such as funnel or tunnel, sheet, bowl or hammock, and random or tangled webs (cobwebs). Some “webs” may only be a single strand of silk that is used as a trip or snag line.

8. Male spiders fertilize the eggs of the female spider and the female spider deposits the eggs when they have matured. Spiders do not give birth to live young.

Both the male and female reproductive organs are at the rear of the abdomen, but spiders do not mate by coupling these organs. Instead the male deposits some sperm onto a small web, picks it up on the end of his pedipalps, and then deposits it into the female’s genital opening when she is in position. The female stores the sperm in receptacles near the ovaries. When she is ready to lay her eggs, sometimes months later, she uses the sperm to fertilize them. Some spiders may lay hundreds, or even thousands of eggs at one time.

Many spiders die after completing the reproductive cycle. In northern climates, they die at first frost. Some species capable of surviving freezing climates can live as long as two or three years. Some tarantulas and trap door spiders (found mainly in southern and tropical climates) can live six years or more in the wild. Some tarantulas have lived up to 20 years in captivity.

9. You may be able to find this information online, from a university extension service, or maybe even a pest control company in your area.

10. Example from Michigan: The black widow spider (Lac-trodectus hesperus) is the only indigenous species that has venom toxic enough to cause a severe reaction in people of all ages and health. There are unsubstantiated reports of brown recluse spider (Loxosceles reclusa) sightings or bites, but it cannot survive temperatures below about 40°F (4°C), so it is not considered indigenous. This will be true of most northern climates that experience many months of cold and freezing temperatures. This climate generally limits the growth period, which limits the overall size, so therefore the amount of venom that can be produced. Most dangerous species will be found in southern North America and in tropical climates.

11. Although the harvestman (daddy-long-legs) and spiders both belong to the class Arachnida, harvestmen are in the order Opiliones. Therefore, they are not spiders, which are members of the order Araneae. Both have eight legs, simple eyes, and two segments to their body.

Harvestmen segments are very broadly divided and give the appearance of a single oval structure and they only have a single pair of eyes. They also do not produce venom or silk. Harvestmen can also ingest solid particles of food and not just liquid like true spiders.

DOING1. Spiders that are not harmful to humans can be beneficial

because they prey on small insects and pests and they can prevent these critters from invading your home. Shiny orb weavers and house spiders both feast on insects like crickets, flies, and other small, flying insects. Wolf spiders are more likely to hunt insects that may invade the garden. A cellar spider can be beneficial because it hunts black widows, one of the types of spiders that is dangerous. Even the black recluse has a benefit — it will eat cockroaches and other larger insects.

In fact, in absolute terms, spiders eat more insects than birds and are better at pest control (they chow down on the little insects that are too small for birds and on young insects that haven’t bred yet).

Surprisingly, spiders can actually be beneficial to the health of humans! Many of these insects the spi-ders prey on could be disease-carrying insects. Spiders preying on them could prevent them from spreading that disease. Meanwhile, spider venom is not always a negative thing. Spider venom has been researched for years by neurological experts. Spider venom can often be used to prevent brain damage in stroke victims.

However, there are numerous very poisonous spi-ders in the world. The affect of their venom can pose a serious danger to health and even be life-threatening. Besides the venom, a spider bite can, under certain conditions, also transmit diseases. Far less a threat, and mainly just a nuisance, is the fact that spiders can create minor housekeeping problems because their webs collect dust, remnants of their meals, and old egg sacs.



2. a. Spider anatomy:

b-d. Self-explanatory. Some samples are shown below.

Brown Recluse Spider (Loxosceles reclusa) is also known as the violin spider. It is most commonly found in the Midwestern and southern states of the United States. Usually found in secluded, dry, sheltered areas such as under-nea th s t ruc-tures, logs, or in piles of rocks or leaves. Indoors they may be found in dark closets, shoes, or attics. The brown recluse spider cannot bite humans without some form of counter pressure, for example, through unintentional contact that traps the spider against the skin. But the brown recluse is known to be aggressive. Bites may cause a stinging sensation with localized pain. A small white blister usually develops at the site of the bite. The venom of a brown recluse can cause a severe lesion by destroying skin tissue (skin necrosis). This skin lesion will require professional medical attention.

Black Widow Spider (West-ern black widow [Latro-dectus hesperus], Southern black widow [Latrodetus mactans], Northern black widow [Latrodectus vario-lus] ) are found throughout North America, but are most common in the southern and western areas of the United States. Usually found

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in undisturbed areas such as woodpiles, under eaves, fences, and other areas where debris has accumulated. They may also be found living in outdoor toilets where flies are plentiful. Black widow spiders build webs between objects, and bites usually occur when humans come into direct contact with these webs. A bite from a black widow can be distinguished from other insect bites by the two puncture marks it makes in the skin. The venom is a neurotoxin that produces pain at the bite area and then spreads to the chest, abdomen, or the entire body.

Hobo Spider (Tegenaria agrestis) is found throughout the Pacific Northwest, they build funnel webs in holes, cracks, and recesses. They may be found in retaining walls, and in foundations, window wells, and stacks of firewood and bricks. Indoors they can nest between boxes or other storage items, on window sills, under baseboard heaters or radiators, behind furniture, and in closets. Hobo spiders do not climb like most spiders but are fast runners. These spiders are much more likely to attack if provoked or threatened. The bite of a hobo spider may go unno-ticed; how-ever a moder-ate to severe, slow-healing wound will develop.



SNOWBOARDING 1. List the eight essential pieces of snowboarding gear,

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a. List the two types of bindings that boarders use and explain why you would use one or the other.

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EXPLORING: THE WILDERNESS: SNOWBOARDING & SKIING

SNOWBOARDING AND SKIING

This merit badge covers snowboarding and two types of skiing — cross-country skiing and downhill (or Alpine) skiing. You, the Cadet, must choose which of the three types to work on. After answering the first two questions in the Learning section, you can proceed through the rest of the Learning and Doing sections, fulfilling only the requirements that pertain to your choice of boarding or skiing types.

1. List, describe, and explain why the basic items of winter apparel are used in snowboarding and skiing.

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2. Define “hypothermia” and describe the treatment.

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2. List and memorize the eight safety rules of boarding (be able to say them to your counselor).

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CROSS-COUNTRY 1. List the four special pieces of equipment needed for

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a. Name the two basic types of skis.

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2. List some guidelines for a cross-country ski tour.

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DOWNHILL 1. List the four special pieces of equipment needed

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2. Memorize the following downhill skiing rules.• Yield to skiers in front and beside you, on your

right and left.• Don’t ski faster than you can keep yourself in

control.• Stay on marked trails.• Sit still while you are on the chair lift.• Dress for the cold and shed clothing if needed.• Know your limitations; don’t attempt steep hills.• Pay attention when you are using the tow rope

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13 • Fall 2015 Clarion EXPLORING: THE WILDERNESS: SNOWBOARDING & SKIING

SNOWBOARDING 1. Take an hour long boarding lesson with a qualified

boarding instructor.


2. Demonstrate to an experienced snow boarder the five basic techniques of snowboarding.


3. Complete an hour long boarding outing on a begin-ners hill with an experienced boarder.


CROSS-COUNTRY 1. Demonstrate:

o Diagonal stride o Derriereo Herringbone o Telemark turno Side step


2. Take a one-hour tour with an accomplished cross-country adult skier.


3. Plan and participate in a ski tour with at least two other skiers (tour of two to three hours).


DOWNHILL1. Demonstrate:

o Side step o Stoppingo Right turn o Snow plowingo Left turn o Traversing


2. Demonstrate the proper method of using the tow rope and the chair lift.


3. Plan and participate in a half-day ski outing with an accomplished downhill adult skier.


BaDge approveD By: ________________________

BaDge CompleteD on: _______________________


Snowboarding and Skiing

PURPOSETo help your Cadets learn the basics of boarding and

skiing equipment, technique and planning. Through their work on this badge, Cadets will discover additional God-giv-en abilities as well as gain a deeper appreciation for God’s winter creation.

LEARNING1. The right apparel is essential and should not to be

taken lightly. Not being dressed for winter conditions can be uncomfortable at least and extremely dangerous at worst. Those who are excited about hitting the trail or the slopes often forget the hazards of cold and wet (perspiration) — a dangerous combination. Here are five basic articles of clothing required for winter sports. Note: Emphasis should always be given to apparel that is loose or flexible as freedom of movement is imperative.• Hat — Wool stocking cap to cover ears and fore-

head. Wool is recommended for soaking up sweat and keeping sweat out of the eyes.

• Tops and shirts — Lightness and the ability to let moisture evaporate is important. A cotton T-shirt covered by a long sleeve cotton turtleneck and then a sweater is recommended. In extreme cold a wind breaker should be added, and in mild conditions the sweater can be eliminated.

The downhill skier or snowboarder usually dresses more warmly than the cross-country skier because he doesn’t produce as much body heat. He would usually wear a parka in addition to the warm sweater and other items worn by the cross-country skier.

• Gloves — Cotton work gloves are usually best for cross-country skiing. For cold weather, snowboard-ing, or downhill skiing, warm waterproof gloves should be worn.

• Knickers or pants — Knickers are the traditional cross-country ski pants. They allow the most freedom of movement. Along with knee socks your legs won’t scuff each other as they pass each other in stride. Cotton pants (denims) are the next best option. No baggy bottoms as they impair leg movement when striding. Add long underwear in extreme cold weather.

Downhill skiing and boarding again require warmer gear, and so insulated ski pants are ap pro-priate.

• Socks — Wear two pair, with the outer pair of wool. Wool is warm and insulates even when wet. A cotton pair underneath. Cotton breaths and absorbs sweat. You may want to add plastic freezer

bags over your socks if you expect extreme cold or wet conditions. Cold feet is one of the biggest complaints in cross-country skiing. To avoid the problem … ➤ Gaiters — They fit over the top of your boot at

the ankle and prevent snow from going down your boot.

➤ Put a pair of old tight-fitting socks over your boots.

➤ Keep your boots polished and treated with waterproofing compound.

Socks for downhill skiers and boarders are the same, but in addition they wear special boots, made to work with their skis or boards.

2. Hypothermia — Hypothermia is abnormal heat loss from the body’s inner core.• Heat loss areas: head, torso from armpits to lower

ribs, groin, and inside of legs.• Functions of brain and heart are affected.• Results: unconsciousness and DEATH.

Wet clothing (whether from sweat, rain, wet snow, etc.) can speed hypothermia. Hypothermia victims suc-cumb most often between 40°F and 50°F temperature.

Get into dry clothing or a sleeping bag as quickly as possible, stay out of wind, warm victims as quickly as possible through contact with other bodies.

Snowboarding1. You’ll need clothing that keeps you warm and dry, a pair

of snowboarding boots, and some safety gear. These are the basics every snowboarder should have: • A snowboard leash, to prevent runaway boards• Snow pants or a snow bib, which is basically a pair

of snow overalls• A snow coat, not too loosely fit• Snowboarding boots, which are specially designed

to strap easily into the snowboard• A helmet, to protect your head• Thermal layers, such as long johns and wool socks• Snow gloves with gauntlet cuffs• Goggles to reduce glare and protect your eyes.

Check everything for fit. In particular, wear your helmet and boots properly. The helmet shouldn’t move around on your head, or ride low on your eyes. It should be snug but not too tight. Boots should be tight but comfortable. • If your boots are too big, you can end up over-tight-

ening them and losing circulation in your feet.• Wear thick socks that come up past the top of your

boots to prevent the boots (or your pants) from chafing around your ankles.

a. There are two common types of bindings — strap bindings and speed entry bindings.



• Strap bindings are the most commonly seen snowboard bindings. They consist of a base for the bottom of your boot, and a set of secure synthetic straps (usually two straps) that are tightened over the boot to lock it into the base.

• Speed entry (or convenience entry) bindings look similar to strap bindings, except the back of the boot base (called the “highback”) has a hinge that allows you to slide your foot in quickly. Speed entry bindings are common, but tend to be a bit more expensive than strap bindings.

b. Most snowboards are designed for general use, but if you’re more interested in a specific aspect of the sport, there are specialized boards. • All-mountain or freeride boards are the stan-

dard snowboards. They are best for beginners. They’re great for speed and carving (turning) on a downhill slope, but still short and wide enough to excel at tricks, spins, and catching big air, as well.

• Freestyle or technical boards are a little bit shorter and wider than all-mountain models. They’re more flexible as well, which gives them superior control for precise movements. Free-style boards are preferred for riding pipes and technical courses.

• Alpine or carve boards are longer, thinner, and less flexible than the other two types. They’re built for high speed and smooth carving down the side of the mountain. If a fast downhill experience is what you’re after, consider an alpine board.

Consider your height and weight. Even more important than the type of board you buy is the fit of the board to your body. As a general rule of thumb, your board should come up to about the height of your chin or nose when stood on end.

If you’re on the heavy side, pick a board that’s stiffer and less flexible to better distribute your weight. Lighter boarders should choose a more flexible board to maximize the amount of control they have over it. Be sure the board you choose is wide enough so that your feet don’t jut off the sides of the board. Even a bit of heel sticking out could catch on the snow and mess up your ride.

2. Safety rules:• Board with a buddy: It’s never a good idea to go out

on your own. Having a friend nearby to get help in case of injury or assist you if your equipment breaks is essential.

• Get in shape: Be sure to follow a regular fitness program before heading to the mountains. A basic layer of conditioning will strengthen muscles and build endurance that will help prevent injuries.

• Check your equipment: A bindings check is always a smart move. Roughly half of all injuries are due to improper binding performance. While you’re at it, make sure all of your ski and boarding gear is in tip-top shape.

• Know your limits: Ski or snowboard at your appro-priate level. Beginners should avoid advanced runs.

• Warm up: Before you hop from the car to the chair-lift, don’t forget to do a little stretching to loosen and warm up your cold muscles. Focus on calves, hamstrings, quadriceps as well as your shoulders.

• Hydrate: When you’re fixated on getting in as many runs as possible, sometimes you forget to stay hydrated. Don’t forget to drink plenty of fluids as the day goes along. Being dehydrated can lead to fatigue.

• Avoid the “one last run” syndrome: You think you’ve got just one more run in you before you call it day. If your legs are feeling heavy, it’s better to make a beeline to the lodge instead of the chairlift.

• If a mishap does occur on the hill, make sure that your body is fully recovered before your next trip up the mountain.

Cross Country1. There are four special pieces of equipment for cross-coun-

try skiing. These items are best chosen with the personal help of a local dealer, but here are some basic guides for choosing these items.• Skis — There is an innumerable variety of

cross-country skis, but there are some basic design concepts that should be remembered: flex, weight, length and width.

Note: There is one fundamental difference in cross-country skis: wax and non-wax surfaces. For beginners it is advisable to use non-wax skis as it will simplify your experience.

• Bindings — two types1) By far the most popular is the toe clip. A hinged

device snaps down over an extension on the toe of your boot. The heel is free to rise off the ski.

2) The heel cable binding is typically used by mountaineering patrols because of its ability to clamp the heel down if necessary for Alpine type skiing.

• Poles• Boots — They should fit like your street shoes. They

should be snug with your two pair of socks on. Note: It is wise to rent skis, boots, and poles for a trial.

Most dealers rent at a very modest cost.a. Two basic types of skis are touring and racing skis.

• Touring ski — Slightly wider than most, heavier, stiffer. Made for the long tour. Good



for beginners because they provide extra sta-bility.

• Light touring ski — Narrow, light weight, average flexibility. This is the most popular cross-country ski.

• Racing ski — Super light (under 3.5 pounds/ 1.6 Kg.) narrow, fragile. Inexperienced skiers will break this ski very easily.

b. Flex is the ability of the ski to flatten properly under the weight of the skier.

Camber is the rise in the middle of the ski.c. Length of poles — Don’t use Alpine skiing poles.

Cross-country ski poles are longer. Standing on the floor the poles should just reach up to your armpits. Cross-country ski poles also have a curved tip for help in propelling the skier.

Length of skis — Set your skis on end and stand along side them. Reach up with one arm and your ski should come to your wrist. This is the way to measure for proper length. The width and weight of your skis are determined by the type of skiing you’re doing.

Flex of skis — All cross-country skis have a camber or a rise in the middle. This area under your foot must be flattened to the snow in order for you to kick back and propel yourself forward. Your weight will determine the force it takes to flex the ski. Here is a simple test to see if a ski has the right flex for you. Put the skis on a smooth hard surface and stand on them in your binding. If you can slip a single piece of paper under the area below your feet, the skis are just right. If you can’t slip a piece of paper under, then they are too soft. If you can slip several pieces of paper together under the ski the flex is too hard. In general you are better off with skis that are too soft rather than hard.

2. There are some basic safety tips for ski touring, but most of all it takes some good common sense.• Dress for cold and shed clothing if needed. • Carry a small first aid kit.• Travel with at least one other person.• Bring high energy snacks along such as candy bars

and peanuts.• Know your limitations. Don’t attempt steep hills or

untraveled or unmarked trails. Novice skiers should stay on short courses. When touring your first few times, go with an accomplished skier who can aid you.

Downhill1. The Cadet should list these items

a. Skis — generally wider and heavier than cross-coun-try skis, they should be as long as the skier is tall.

b. Poles — the poles should be straight, from the point to the grip. The height of the pole should reach from the ground to the skiers bottom rib.

c. Boots — downhill ski boots consist of two parts — a rigid plastic outer shell and an inner boot, often consisting of foam material. A skier’s boots should be comfortable, but with a snug fit.

d. Bindings — the purpose of binding is twofold. First, it fastens at the heel and toe, holding the boot to the ski during the ski run. Second, and very important, it releases the boot from the ski in case the skier falls, thereby serving to prevent serious injury to feet and ankles. The bindings must be made to fit and operate with the skis and boots.

2. Check your Cadet’s memory on the downhill skiing rules.

DOING

Snowboarding1. Self-explanatory2. Snowboarding is very different than skiing. Your feet

are fixed together on a single board and you’re standing sideways and your direction is controlled by moving your weight from your toes to your heels and using your body to drive you through this transition. Unless you are familiar with board sports like skating, surfing or wakeboarding the body position and stance will feel unusual at first.

There is no real substitute for getting lessons from a qualified instructor, but with the help of a little inter-net animation the beginner can understand the basic techniques of snowboarding. Use the links under each heading for animated demonstrations of the five basic snowboarding techniques.• Straight Running or Gliding Link: http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-

snowboarding/gliding.asp Begin on an almost flat section of snow. Stand-

ing with your board directly down the fall-line of the hill. Let the board slide forward down the hill until it comes to a stop.

This will help you find your balance and expe-rience the sensation of moving on your snowboard.

• Side Slipping Links: Heelside: http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/

learn-snowboarding/sideslipping-heelside.asp Toeside: http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/

learn-snowboarding/sideslipping-toeside.asp


http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/gliding.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/gliding.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/sideslipping-heelside.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/sideslipping-heelside.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/sideslipping-toeside.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/sideslipping-toeside.asp


With your board across the fall line you should be able to stand up and remain in a stationary position by digging your edge into the side of the hill. If you are facing down the hill, on your heel edge, lift your toes up and bend your knees slightly to push your edge into the hill and find a balance point. On your toe edge, facing up the hill, put more weight on your toes and bend your knees again.

To release your edge and start sliding sideways down the hill simply stand up slightly and move the weight off your heel or toe edge. The board should start to slide down the hill and you can control your stop by once again flexing your knees and adding pressure to your edge.

This will help you to understand edge control and control your speed. Next you will need to learn to control your direction.

• Falling Leaf Link: http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-

snowboarding/falling-leaf.asp Once you have mastered the control of your

speed you will be able to advance your side slip to allow you to change direction. As you stand up and release your edge move your body weight so that it is over your front foot and look forward over the nose of your board. Your snowboard will slide down and across the hill, traversing the fall-line. To stop this return your weight so that it is even across both feet and bend your knees and pressure your edge into the hill just as you did in a side slip. Once you have come to a stop. Stand up again and shift your weight backwards onto your back foot and turn your head to face your tail. In this way you should start to move back across the hill in the direction you have just come from.

If you repeat this process you can traverse back-and-forth across the slope like a “falling leaf.” You now have control of your speed and direction of travel and are ready to start learning to turn your snowboard.

• “J” Turns or Garlands Link: http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-

snowboarding/garlands.asp Before you change from one edge to the other

some instructors like to add this intermediate level. J turns are easiest on your toe edge. Begin once again with a side slip and then shift your weight forward so that the snowboard begins to traverse the hill like in the falling leaf stage. If you then add more weight to your front foot and relax your edge grip completely by standing up almost straight the board will move from its edge onto a flat base just like in the straight running stage. As you run, on a flat base down the fall-line, you should have your

weight neutrally balanced across both feet and be standing tall.

Finish the turn by shifting your weight back to your front foot, sinking down and allowing your edge to bite into the hill. To come to a stop sink back down low and bring your weight to a neutral position, evenly distributed across both feet.Try repeating the same process on your heel side. You should now be able to control your direction and speed across and down the fall line.

• Traversing Links: Heelside: http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/

learn-snowboarding/traversing-heelside.asp Toeside: http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/

learn-snowboarding/traversing-toeside.asp Traversing allows you to move across the fall

line while descending gradually. It is actually rid-ing diagonally across the slope, taking you slowly from one side of the slope to the other. You can do traverses in two ways, depending on the position you make and the board edge that you use. One of them is Traversing - Heelside. You will make use of your downhill edge in order to control your speed.1) In traversing using the heel edge, look towards

the direction where you want to go. This is one of the most crucial things that you should do when traversing. Spread your arms to help in keeping your balance.

2) Then, turn your head and upper body towards the direction you wish to travel to. Shift more weight on your leading foot and move together with your other foot. Remember to keep the board angled downhill but only slightly.

3) Return your Snowboard to its original posi-tion across the fall line. Get ready to move to the other side of the slope. Look towards the direction where you want to go.

4) Just like in Step 2, turn your head and upper body towards the direction you wish to travel to. Shift more weight on your leading foot and move together with your other foot. Remember to keep the board angled downhill but only slightly.

3. Self-explanatory

Cross Country1. Technique It is highly recommended that you use resources in your

local library or find a qualified instructor to guide you in the technique. The verbal explanations here are only meant to provide you with basic concepts. Only the photos in a book or an instructor can help you judge proper technique.


http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/falling-leaf.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/falling-leaf.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/garlands.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/garlands.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/traversing-heelside.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/traversing-heelside.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/traversing-toeside.asp

http://www.abc-of-snowboarding.com/learn-snowboarding/traversing-toeside.asp


Steep grade — the side step method as illus-trated. Keep the uphill edges of your skis dug into the snow as you lean slightly into the hill. Your skis never cross.

c. Slowing yourself on downhill — on most trails especially in wooded areas the trail is too nar-row to snowplow (see directions under downhill skiing) and your best alternative is to sit back on your skis and drag your gloves and if that doesn’t slow you enough, sit down between your skis. This technique is known as derriering.

Downhill turns — The telemark is the method most often used to turn

as you move downhill. You may find that just a gradual stepping

of your skis to one side or the other will accomplish a turn,

but the telemark is more effective on sharper

turns. The telemark demands some bal-ance. Extend one leg

forward, bending the knee so that the other leg extends out behind with the knee almost touch-ing the ski. See illustration. Steer the forward ski where you want to go, keeping your weight equally distributed on both skis, and the trailing ski will follow. Lift your arms up for balance.

2. Self-explanatory3. Self-explanatory

Downhill1. It takes little effort to point your skis downhill and

go — but what you have to be able to do is go with control. To have fun and be safe (as well as providing for the safety of others on the slope), the skier must become competent at the basic techniques shown here.

On a steep uphill grade, the side step method as illustrated in the cross-country section is helpful if no chair lift or tow rope is available. Keep the uphill edges of your skis dug into the snow as you lean slightly into the hill. Your skis never cross.

The wedge or snowplow technique is the basic method of slowing, turning, or stopping. It allows the new skier to move at slower speeds, make easy turns, and stop. This gives the nov-ice a chance to get a feel for the sport. The skier pushes the tails of the skis out, bringing the tips together. The more the outward force (wider “V”) the slower the descent.


DIGGING IN

HERRINGBONE

SIDESTEP

Three types of terrain determine your technique: flat, uphill, and downhill.a. For flat terrain — The basic stride is called the

diagonal stride: Drive your left leg forward along with your right arm. Your left arm will be pushing backward. Emphasize the forward motion of the left knee while you shift your weight to the left ski. This will cause you to achieve a strong glide. Your right leg will extend behind you and the tail of the right ski will rise in the air. Then the motion alternates with the right leg coming forward and your weight shifting to the right ski. The most import-ant thing to keep in mind is to exag-gerate the forward motion of each knee to get a strong glide. The diagonal stride is closely related to walking as arms and legs alter-nate.

Here is how your hand should be gripping the pole.

As your arm finishes its swing behind you during the diagonal stride, your hand should release from the pole and the strap should hold the position as your arm comes forward again. Other flat terrain techniques that should be learned are double poling and skating. Check your library for resources.

b. To move uphill Moderate grade — the herringbone method as

illustrated: Make sure to keep legs far apart and do not let skis step on each other.


Traversing the hill is skiing at an angle to the fall line. The fall line is the most direct route down the slope. Traversing allows the skier to descend the slope at a controlled rate. The lower part of the skier’s body is tilted toward the slope, so the skis’ uphill edges grip the snow. The descent is accomplished by making a series of traverses back and forth across the slope each on a slight downhill grade. In order to switch the direction of the traverse it is obvious that there must be turns — both right and left.

Schussing is when the skier bends at the ankles, knees, and hips and follows the “fall line” which is the most direct route down the slope.

There are two basic techniques of turning. One is using the snowplow (suggested for beginners), but the preferred method is the parallel turn because it doesn’t necessitate the maneuvering of the skis to the wedge shape.

The snowplow turn requires that you shift your weight to one ski or the other depending on the direc-

tion of your turn. When the skis are in the V-shape of the basic snowplow,

putting more pressure on the left ski will cause

a right turn and vise-

versa.

The parallel turn requires that the skier whose skis are close together and parallel shifts their weight from the left edges of both skis to the right edges of both skies to make a right turn and vise-versa.


Having the knees bent forward (and to the uphill side if traversing) and having the top half of your body relaxed are the keys to downhill skiing. You should use your ski poles very little. They are helpful in maintaining your balance or to assist you in skiing uphill.

2. When using the tow rope keep both feet together and put your poles in one hand. With the other hand take a firm grip on the rope. Pay attention to the skier in front of you, in case he falls. When you get up to the top of the hill, move out of the way as quickly as possible.

When using the chair lift, listen to the person in charge of the chair lift. Keep your feet together and put your poles in one hand, with your other hand grab the chair lift hand rail and sit down. Remain sitting still in the chair lift until you reach the top of the hill and must get out of it. Once you are off the chair lift, move out of the way as quickly as possible.

3. Self-explanatory

OTHER SUGGESTIONS1. To use this merit badge as a cadre

a. Each Cadet should do all the questions under the “Learning” section and #1 and #2 under the “Doing” section.

b. The Cadets can work together planning and doing the outing. This will give the Cadets the opportunity to learn an exciting activity together that they can enjoy throughout their life.

2. Most ski resorts offer boaarding and skiing lessons for kids and beginners. We recommend taking lessons if possible.

PARALLEL TURNTECHNIQUE


Spotlight On …Constitution Update

Last Congress approved two changes to the Constitution of the Calvinist Cadet Corps. Since constitutional changes need to be ratified by a two thirds vote of Cadet counselors, the Corps

staff sent ballots out to congressmen and independent head counsel-ors for collecting the votes. They have been counted now, and both proposals were approved by a greater than 95% majority.

The first proposal added The Westminster Confession to our list of doctrinal standards.The second proposal changed the length of term for executive committee members from two years

to three. There will continue to be six elected men on the executive committee. The change is that two men will be elected each year and serve three years instead of three men being elected each year to serve two years.

I want to support the Cadet ministry in North America or Africa with a tax-deductible gift.m Charge my credit card (VISA, MasterCard or Discover)m Check enclosed (payable to Calvinist Cadet Corps)

Mail to: USA: Cadets, 1333 Alger SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 • Canada: Cadets, PO Box 1100, Norwich, ON N0J 1P0

Number: __________________________________ Expiration Date: _____________________________ Name on Card: _____________________________ Address and Phone: __________________________ ______________________________________ Signature: __________________________________

I would like my gift used:m where most needed in the cadeting ministrym Kenya cadetingm Wierenga Memorial Fund (for needy clubs)m Rylaarsdam Memorial Fund (for international camporee scholarships)

Print this page, cut out the “coupon,” and send your donation to the appropriate office to obtain your tax receipt. Or you may make your donation on-line at www.calvinistcadets.org/donate/

Funding

Two special funds are available to assist clubs or Cadets with special financial needs. The Richard Wierenga Memorial Fund helps struggling clubs

purchase needed supplies — guidebooks, counselor manu-als, badges, and more. It does not, however, cover uniforms.

The Cornel Rylaarsdam Memorial Fund assists Cadets who would like to attend an international camporee but who need financial help to be able to do so.

Clubs and individuals may contribute to either or both of these funds to help others in need. To apply for assis-tance from one of these funds, simply contact the Grand Rapids Cadet office staff and request the appropriate form for your need.

Below is a “coupon” you can fill in and send with a donation if you’d like to help support these two memorial funds financially.

Alps Mountaineering:Discounts available on camping supplies

Bob Duimsra, a head counselor in Appleton contacted the Cadet office to let us know about Alps Mountaineering, an organization that offers discounts on tents, backpacks, chairs, mats, and all kinds of camping gear.

They’ve been offering discounts to Boy Scout groups for years, and when Bob contacted them, they agreed that Cadets were also worthy of such treatment. In fact, here’s the information they sent Bob:

Yes we offer a 45% off discount for scouts and I would like to speak with you because there is so much information to go over. Please give me a call 1-800-344-2577 8:00 to 4:30 Central.

And please ask for Rae Jean and I will be happy to help you.Alps Mountaineering is a gear resource. The sale/discount pricing is obtained via registration and approval through

Hiker Direct. Check AM out at alpsmountaineering.com.

www.calvinistcadets.org/donate/

http://www.alpsmountaineering.com


Visit Congress in Michigan in January!

The Cadet Congress is the annual meeting of the Cadet board of direc-tors. It comes to Grand Rapids next year on the weekend of January 7–9, bringing about 100 congressmen, council presidents, and visitors.

People who attend Congress for the first time are often awed by the experi-ence, seeing so many men in uniform, sharing a passion for doing the Lord’s work with boys. Visitors are welcome to come view the proceedings, and par-ticipate in discussions during breaks and evenings.

Some men from Ontario have found a way to make Congress more affordable for people who come for the first time. They put on a fund-raising fishing tournament each year in September, offering the proceeds to pay for the food and lodging for first-time visitors.

If you have never come to Congress before, now is the time to consider it. You will have to get to Grand Rapids on your own, but maybe you can ride with your congressman, or perhaps you have air miles saved up. If you are interested, contact the Cadet office to see what’s involved and to register for 2016 Congress.

The CRC Network Invites You

The Christian Reformed denomination has always had close ties with Calvinist Cadet Corps and the other ministries of Dynamic Youth Ministries. When the CRC put together a net-work page, they naturally wanted to include Cadets along with their own agencies.

What does it do? Well, it’s a forum type opportunity for people to ask questions or otherwise communicate with each other about their Cadet club challenges and joys. The CRC would greatly like us to participate. The link is http://network.crcna.org/cadets. You can reach a broad range of CRC people there, or you can go to the Cadets’ own website and use our forums. Why not try both? Give it a try and find answers for your questions.

Did You Know?Counselor Aid Booklets Updated!

There were quite a few counselor aid booklets that needed updating

and that was accomplished this past summer. Updated were Bicycle Touring (3042), Braiding (3038), Cadet-O-Rama (3029), Father Involvement in Cadeting (3039), Knots and Lashing (3031), Model Car Derby (3032), Snow Derby (3034), and Water Carnival (3370). The updated booklets have updated content and an updated look!

Regional Conferences

Badge Magic

Have you tried Badge Magic yet? It makes putting badges on shirts so much easier — no sewing, no ironing! Rub Badge Magic onto your badge, place it where it needs to be on your

shirt (or on a boy’s sash), and rub it firmly (with the back of a spoon). Throw it in the dryer to heat-set the badge. At this point, your badge is permanently attached and can withstand machine washing and drying. Kits for Junior Cadets and R•P•B Cadets are available (die-cut for the special badges) and you can always use the “scraps” of those kits to at-tach a few badges. There is also a “Cut-to-Fit” style that is just a big sheet of Badge Magic that you cut to the size of your badge. Everyone we know of who has tried it has liked it! How about you?

Michigan

Are you a counselor in Michigan, In-diana, or Illinois? Then you’ll want to mark November 7, 2015, on your

calendar so you can attend the conference be-ing planned by Ottagan Cadet Council. It will be held at the Calvary Christian Reformed Church on Beeline Road in Holland. It begins at 8 AM and will end by 3 PM.

http://counselors.calvinistcadets.org/events/regional-conferences/

Iowa

The regional conference hosted by Hawkeye Council will be held on September 19, 2015 at the Faith Christian Reformed Church in Pella, Iowa.

Ontario

YMCA Cedar Glen is where the All Ontario Regional Con-ference will be held on November 14, 2015. Their theme is “Holding It All Together” based on Colossians 1:17.

http://network.crcna.org/cadets

http://counselors.calvinistcadets.org/events/regional-conferences/


Braided Dog Leash

Braiding is one of those traditional merit badges that some counselors may have done as Cadets. But how about doing braiding with paracord? There are many

different sizes of cord available from cord as small as the traditional plastic lacing up to ropes heavy enough to use for climbing. This dog leash is heavy-duty and practical for a big dog! While it’s pretty easy to do, handling this much cord and braiding something this long does take a while.

Materials Needed1 • Swivel snap hook (for attaching leash to collar)2 • 20 yards (18.3 m) each of two colors 525 paracord

Directions1. Find the center point of each of the two cords and hitch

the cords onto the swivel hook.2. At this point, each of the working cords is 30' (9.15 m)

long! You may want to wind it up and stuff it into ziplock bags to work with smaller amounts … or put rubber bands around the wound up cord. Then as you braid, simply loosen the bound cord to add to the length you are using to braid. Directions for the actual braid have been excerpted from the “Braiding Coun-selor Aid Book” and printed on the next page.

3. Begin braiding the four strand spiral braid, making the loops rather large to fit the lengths of bound cord through the loops. Tighten.

4. Continue braiding in this pattern until you reach the length of leash you want — be sure to include enough for a handle.

5. When you have determined that your braided leash is long enough, trim the ends of your working cords to a few inches. Then follow the instructions for whipping the end of a rope (see Knots and Lashing counselor aid booklet). For the hook end, the whipping is mostly for decoration. However, you could add some short cords and cover them with the wrapping to add a bit more strength at the hook end.

For the handle end, fold the end down until the loop is the size you’d like for the handle. Begin the whipping on the leash for about five wraps, then go around the leash and the end with your cut cord ends getting covered in the wrapping.

6. When the wrapping is completed, burn the ends of the cords to prevent fraying. There are other braiding projects available in the

“Braiding Counselor Aid Booklet” that are done with para-cord. Check it out!


2. Turn the braid upside down. Instead of drawing the lace directly over the right side of strand 3 (strand 1 facing you) cross over between strands 2 and 3 to form the loop (Figure 7). Likewise strand 3 folds diagonally across, remaining parallel to strand 1 (Figure 8). Strands 2 and 4 also cross diagonally weaving over and under as in the square 4 strand (Figure 9).

Figure 1

Figure 4

Figure 3Figure 2

Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7

Four Strand Square and SpiralThe four strand spiral braid is basically the same

stitch pattern as the four strand square but with a slight variation.Square1. Arrange the strands as shown in Figure 1. Hold the

strands in the left hand so that the strands fall apart and number them from 1 to 4.

2. Fold strand 1 over strand 2, leaving a small loop (Figure 1). Hold in position with the forefinger of the left hand. Hold each suc-ceeding strand in position in the same way after each step.

3. Fold strand 2 over strand 1 (Figure 2).

4. Fold strand 3 over strand 2 (Figure 3).

5. Fold strand 4 over strand 3 and through the loop formed at the beginning (Figure 4). Keep the first stitch slightly loose. This completes the first stitch (Figure 5).

6. It is necessary to turn the braid upside down (Figure 6). Then continue as before (Fig-ure 7).

Spiral1. Follow directions for the four strand square through Fig-

ure 6 (instructions 1–5). These figures are also illustrated with braiding lace and corresponding figure numbers.

Figure 1 Figure 2

Figure 3 Figure 4

Figure 5

Figure 7

Figure 6

Figure 8

Figure 10 Figure 11

Figure 9

Continue braiding your strands diagonal-ly, repeating the steps shown in Figures 7–9. The top of the braid looks the same as the four-strand square braid, but it is round and there is a spiral pattern as well.


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Actual Size

Bird Doorstop

A doorstop is a practical project and this one looks pretty simple to make. The key to making it look nice is to have the curves cut smooth and the wood sanded well. It makes a great gift for any

adult in your Cadet’s life!

Tools Neededbandsawdrill with 1" (2.5 cm) paddle bit or 1" (2.5 cm) hole sawsandpaper

Materials Needed2" × 6" × 8" (5 × 15 × 20 cm) block of lumber

Directions1. Transfer actual size pattern onto wood block.2. Cut out bird design. Drill eye hole as indicated.3. Sand all edges and sides smooth.4. Finish as desired (oil rub, stain and varnish, paint, etc.).


Order Forms — Supplies and UniformsUSA Supplies:http://counselors.calvinistcadets.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2015-US-supply-form.pdf

USA Uniforms (Michael’s): http://counselors.calvinistcadets.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2015-Michaels-Order.pdf

Canadian Supplies: http://counselors.calvinistcadets.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2015-Cdn-order-pgs.pdf

Canadian Uniforms: http://counselors.calvinistcadets.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2015-16-Cdn-Uniform.pdf

http://counselors.calvinistcadets.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2015-US-supply-form.pdf

http://counselors.calvinistcadets.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2015-Michaels-Order.pdf

http://counselors.calvinistcadets.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2015-Cdn-order-pgs.pdf

http://counselors.calvinistcadets.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2015-16-Cdn-Uniform.pdf









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