The finding of the actual site when once the locality is determined is
really quite exciting. So many lovely spots attract one's attention, but
as natural beauty often deceives the unknowing, a thorough investigation
is the only safe course to pursue.
The necessity for a road to the camp site is not to be forgotten.
Transportation of people and supplies by row boat is too difficult.
Follow the river or brook, search the rim of the lake, or scan the edge
of the sea for high ground, a knoll will do, for well drained ground,
for the adequate drinking water supply (which must be tested), for fuel
in abundance, if wood is to be used, for trees among which tents can be
pitched or cabins built for sleeping quarters, for space for the main
building, for an open space where games and drill can be enjoyed. Forget
not the sun, the prevailing winds, and the western clearing where at the
end of the day all the beauties of the sunset can be enjoyed, or the
safe place for the campfire where songs and the real Scout Spirit bring
the day to a happy end.