My boys' first real gear

**MatthewnOK** · 04-04-2009, 12:38 PM

Where the red fern grows

**tennecedar** · 04-04-2009, 12:55 PM

Originally Posted by MatthewnOK

Where the red fern grows

Thanks. I'll order a copy of that one too.

**tennecedar** · 04-04-2009, 01:02 PM

I've finally decided on a pack. I want them to have something that will last. I looked at alot of the packs mentioned. Thank you all for the suggestions. This is what we (the boys and I) agreed would suit their needs and have room for them to grow.

CAMELBAK H.A.W.G.

Features
• 18 liters of storage. Load it up with communications, food, extra clothing.
• Includes dual antenna ports for ASIPS radio and other communications.
• Includes OMEGA™ Reservoir – fill and clean easier than ever.
• Independent Suspension Harness keeps load stable as you move.
• Air Director™ ventilated back panel for keeping cool.
• Sternum Strap, stowable waistbelt, and compression straps add stability.
Capacity: 100 oz (3.0 l)
Dimensions: 19 in x 12 in x 6 in (482 mm x 304 mm x 152 mm)
Volume: Cargo Only – 1100 cu. in. (18.0 l) • Including Water – 1280 cu. in. (20.9 l)
Weight: Empty Reservoir – 2.60 lbs (1.18 kg) • Filled Reservoir – 8.85 lbs (4.01 kg)

**MatthewnOK** · 04-04-2009, 01:06 PM

I bet they're going to be stoked! Good choice. Happy camping!

**crashdive123** · 04-04-2009, 02:22 PM

Those'll work. Good choice.

**Rick** · 04-04-2009, 02:26 PM

What? No QC needs to try it first?

**crashdive123** · 04-04-2009, 02:53 PM

Nah. Don't want the kids to have to wait.

**Nativedude** · 04-05-2009, 07:40 PM

Tennecedar wrote: "I have two boys that are getting to that age to where i believe they can participate more on our woods treks. They have been after me for a while now to have their own "stuff". I asked specifically what they wanted. The youngest (7) said "A back pack like yours that ain't made for school". My oldest (9) responded after a moments thought "We need our own knives. Pocket knives. So we can whittle and open up feed bags. And I'd really like to have a hatchet too. For when we're camping."
Well, I couldn't help myself. I went the next day and got them both a Buck hatchet and a new Swiss army knife each. I went over the Scout manual with them on knives and axes twice. I just ordered a copy of the movie Old Yeller thinking that might drive home the responsibilities of having an axe.
This weekend we go looking for backpacks(junior BOBs).
What do ya'll think?"

Reading this post brings a tear to my eye *sniff-sniff*.

I salute you Tennecedar. . . .WAY TO GO! You, sir, are an outstanding parent, and you give me hope!

Reminds me of the old days when people in this world were "normal"!! When there was no "political correctness" BS, and parents had the right to raise their children instead of the Gov't taking parents rights to raise and discipline their children as they saw fit.

**tennecedar** · 04-05-2009, 08:07 PM

We spent the afternoon whittlin (that's how my pa said it, I will too). It's a fine art where I'm from. The boys are eager to learn and listen surprisingly well. Afterwards we picked up all the shavings from the porch and I let them start a fire by themselves. I watched as the oldest told his brother how to begin with tender and then add twigs. He remembered what I had showed him over a year ago. I can't wait til they get done with the school year.

Thanks everybody for your posts.

**Nativedude** · 04-05-2009, 08:28 PM

Tennecedar wrote: "We spent the afternoon whittlin (that's how my pa said it, I will too). It's a fine art where I'm from. The boys are eager to learn and listen surprisingly well. Afterwards we picked up all the shavings from the porch and I let them start a fire by themselves. I watched as the oldest told his brother how to begin with tender and then add twigs. He remembered what I had showed him over a year ago. I can't wait til they get done with the school year.

Thanks everybody for your posts."

Tennecedar, You're a good dad in my book, and it sounds like you've got a couple of great boys there! I wish you great success with their wilderness training. Keep up the good work!

**Rick** · 04-06-2009, 07:57 AM

What goes around comes around. My boys take me on trips now days. Gettin' old ain't so bad.

**grizz** · 06-02-2010, 10:54 PM

My first pack was made of an old leg fro a pair of my dads jeans. I was 3, and he would take me and my brothers any where. Now i plan the trips and take my dad. I do all the planning and cooking etc.. Just paying him back.

**Scaru** · 08-04-2010, 04:28 PM

hey just saying ive had knives for a couple years now (im 12) never cut myself and i have a locking blade one so i think you have nothing to worry about with locking blades