I traveled to Camp Belzer in Indianapolis, IN for a weekend of adult scout leader knot tying training. Within the first hour the quality and quantity of training had already exceeded my expectations. For more information see http://www.marlinspikeskills.com. See also 2007 photos and 2008 photos. | |
Camp Belzer had wonderful facilities. I was told it is the oldest scout camp in the country. |
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Friday night. Ready to learn. |
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Dave demonstrates the constrictor knot: it was used extensively throughout the weekend. |
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See it done twice, then pick up your ropes and try it on your own. |
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Practice until you get it. |
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John shows some decorative knots for staffs and rings. |
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I was surprised when I walked through the parking lot to see that Indiana has BSA license plates. Not very polically correct. I applaud them! |
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Eric demonstrates the ocean plait knot. |
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Eric demonstrates the ocean plait knot. |
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Paul's ocean plait success. Paul was my knot neighbor throughout the weekend. |
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This is what you can do with 75 feet of manilla rope! |
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Taking full advantage of some down time. |
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Result of a weekend of instruction |
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Satisfied learner |
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Lined up for graduation.
A big thank you to the staff for a job well done. And God bless the quartermaster! |
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