Robertsdale’s Garrett Park has been a hub of activity this week as 140 Cub Scouts from throughout the county gathered for a week of activities at the annual Cub Scout Day Camp. Boys in grades kindergarten through fourth spent from 9 a.m. until 3 …
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Robertsdale’s Garrett Park has been a hub of activity this week as 140 Cub Scouts from throughout the county gathered for a week of activities at the annual Cub Scout Day Camp. Boys in grades kindergarten through fourth spent from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. each day, engaged in arts and crafts, nature activities and sports events. The theme of this year’s day camp, which runs from June 4 to June 8, is “exploring Native American Lifestyles.” Emily Pharez, camp director, said the arts and crafts and nature activities were designed to teach the Scouts about Native Americans. Some of the Scouts were constructing necklaces from beads and leather while others were painting and constructing items from cardboard and feathers.Volunteers were teaching one group of boys how to play Lacrosse, which is based on stick ball games played by many Native American tribes, including the Choctaws, while other adults were instructing boys in archery and target shooting using B.B. guns. Rain or shine, the day camp will continue through Friday, as the area Scouts learn more about Native Americans, while also gaining skills and earning badges.