About the Author

Greg Cieply has worked with hundreds of Scouts and Scouters as a Scoutmaster and during his time at Philmont Scout Ranch and the National Scout Jamboree. He is a member of the Order of the Arrow, and has completed the Woodbadge training course (Bear). His blog detailing the activities of his troop can be found troop175sjb.wordpress.com A runner and participant to completion of 2 marathons, he is an avid fisherman and outdoors-man who lives in Niles, Illinois with his wife Penny, children Jess and Eagle Scout Adam.