I don't know how or when the tradition got started. As a navy combat veteran, I am absolutely in favor of stopping it and treating the site more as a memorial than a latrine. I think Mark Jaffry's idea is perfect.
Jim Van Hecke
Asst. Manager Camping Services
Philmont Scout Ranch
'04 '05 '06 '07 '08
I am a seasonal employee at Philmont Scout Ranch, and I know what I am talking about, but I DO NOT SPEAK FOR PHILMONT. Opinions expressed here are those of the writer, and not the permanent staff of Philmont Scout Ranch or the Boy Scouts of America.
In a message dated 02/12/08 22:09:54 Mountain Standard Time, cswinney@mindspring.com writes:
What an excellant idea! The Chaplain's Aide could use this as part of the daily reflection.
Any thoughts from the staff (past or present) that linger in the shadows on this list?
Received on Tue Feb 12 23:26:51 2008
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