Scouts BSA uses the Patrol Method – the patrols cook all of their own meals.
Congratulations! You're the “Grubmaster” for the upcoming campout. As the grubmaster, you're responsible for feeding the patrol, this might help you complete First Class Requirements 2a-2e. You and your patrol plan the meal and you buy all the food.
Check our troop recipe site for suggested recipes.
At the end of the planning meeting, you need to have a full menu with the number of people you are serving, the meals you are reponsible for, and the food selections.
Tips:
Know how many are in your patrol. Check with the lead scout or lead ASM for changes in number of patrol members.
Know about any food allergies or dietary needs. If you are unsure, ask the lead ASM. Parents should back up their grubmaster to help ensure safety.
Think about cost and value for shopping - do I buy the fancy stuff and skimp elsewhere?
We have a budget of $15 per person for a one-night campout and $25 for a two-night campout. The budget is not a hard limit but should be respected.
One treat is ok, but do not buy a lot of junk food. Do not bring soda.
Read the directions on packaging - some mixes require other items like eggs, oil, or milk.
Read the number of servings on a container, and consider that growing teenagers working outside generally eat more than a normal serving.
Coolers are available to borrow from the troop shed.
Coolers do not work without ice - the grubmaster should purchase some.
The troop has a refrigerator in the shed for cold storage if your refrigerator does not have room.
Parents: