In order to reserve campsites for certain outings, we need to know how many Scouts will be attending an outing at least THREE MONTHS IN ADVANCE.  If we don't have a complete head count, we will have to estimate when we reserve spots. 

The meal planning for overnight outings is usually done the Wednesday which is a week and a half before the outing.  The shopping trip is usually the weekend before the outing.  The Scouts pack the purchased food into separate meals (serving eight) the Wednesday before the outing.  Food will only be purchased for Scouts who have committed to the trip A WEEK AND A HALF IN ADVANCE.  We need to know how many Scouts are going when we plan the meals.

If your Scout didn't commit to the outing at least a week and a half in advance, he will be allowed to come on the outing only if there is room in the cars and at the campsite, and if there is enough food.