--- title: Improvement Era description: Monthly periodical of the Mormon church, 1897 onward. This library holds the issues of November 1897 to December 1930. authors: - Unknown collections: - periodicals tags: - magazine - improvement-era periodical: Improvement Era volume: 27 number: 4 published: 1924-02 publisher: Young Men’s Mutual Improvement Associations publisher_place: Salt Lake City language: en type: magazine reference: "Unknown, “Uplifting Recreation,” *Improvement Era 27, no. 4 (February 1924)*: 323–326." source: url: https://archive.org/details/improvementera2704unse transcription: Transcribed from the Internet Archive scan of each issue (the item for each issue is named in the issue's own source); unnumbered advertising leaves are omitted, printed page numbers are kept as page markers. identifier: improvementera2704unse start_page: 323 end_page: 326 rights: status: public-domain basis: US publication 1930 or earlier (published 1924-02) source: https://archive.org/details/improvementera2704unse publication_year: 1924 note: The Internet Archive item metadata carries a blanket "© Copyright by Intellectual Reserve, Inc." notice. The library owner judged it inapplicable because this issue was published in 1924, before 1931; a scan-level notice does not restore copyright. --- # Uplifting Recreation UPLIFTING RECREATION Rich recreational exercises for the summer are found in the Y. M. M. I. A. fathers and sons' outings! Forward-looking superin- tendents and presidents are now beginning to arrange the details of airings to take place in July or August. It was reported that about 1 0,000 young men and their fathers took part in the programs of these glorious out-of-door recreations last season — an impetus to greater and more pleasant excursions during the summer months of 1924. Here are brief accounts of three outings, with accompanying pictures, that will awaken the spirit of these wonderful and inspirational oc- casions for the coming season: Union Stake at Thompson's Ranch On August 8, 9, and 10, in Union stake, headquarters at LeGrande, Oregon, was held a very successful outing at which 34 fathers, 57 sons and 6 visitors were present, totalling 97. They camped at Jerry Thompson's ranch. An efficient system of organization was used, thus distributing the duties of camp life among all. Gathering in a large circle, the fathers and sons were mixed as completely as possible and numbered, then the result was At the Ranch- — The Camp in the Woods 324 IMPROVEMENT ERA divided by five (the number of meals to be served) , and five committees were formed as follows: K. P., Fuel, Clean-up, Supplies and Police. These committees rotated with each meal. Each morning they had flag drill and prayer. The official pastimes were fishing, base-ball, and horseshoe pitching. Superintendent Samuel T. Andrews was in charge of the entire occasion, and as "commanding officer," he is recognized as a thorough success. Top: The Tetons. Center: At the Camp, Bottom: Hiking UPLIFTING RECREATION 325 From the Tetons An exceptional outing was held for the fathers and sons of the Fremont stake, August 9, 10 and 11, in Teton Canyon, 160 fathers and sons participating. Enroute to the camp site a side trip was made to Pincock warm Springs where all enjoyed a plunge. An excellent program was carried out the first evening in camp, talks being made by Bishop L. V. Merrill, Dr. H. B. Rigby and Chairman J. Austin Watts. On Friday morning, the 10th, 50 scouts took part in the raising of the flag at half mast honoring the passing of President Harding. This was a touching demon- stration, causing a sympathetic feeling by everyone at the great loss sustained by the nation. A unique hike came next, whereby the highest and nearest point available in the Grand Teton peaks, a distance from the camp of about three miles, was reached. At this point one can see in all directions some of the most beautiful mountain scenery — equal to that of Utah and Colorado. Again, in the evening, all assembled around a large bonfire, and there in the mountain fastness, memorial services were held for President Harding. Presi- dent Albert Choules of the Teton stake spoke on this occasion. The home- ward journey was begun on Saturday morning. During the outing no bad language was heard, and no one was seen using tobacco in any form. The spirit of the occasion was very enjoyable. — Justin Waffs. They Climbed Mt. Nebo The first annual Father's and Son's Outing of the north Sanpete stake was held in Salt Creek Canyon, last July 3 1 to August 2, under the direction of Stake Supt. John F. Mower. Mt. Pleasant, Fairview, Spring City, Moroni and Fountain Green wards were represented in the caravan. Enroute, a stop was made at the monument in Salt Creek Canyon, erected in horror of some early settlers of Sanpete who lost their lives in an Indian massacre. The feature of the outing was the climb of Mt. Nebo, a feat requiring courage and endurance; Bishop J. L. Neilsen, guide. Fifty-one fathers and sons reported for the trip, and every one "made" the top, which is a record established for so large a party. The youngest boy in the group was 9, the oldest father was 51 years of age. Wild elk were seen; a rattlesnake gave something of a thrill to the boys, especially to those who hadn't seen one before. Birds, flowers, trees, stones, and snowdrifts, afforded opportunity for nature-study. The impression that will last longest, however, was the inspiring sight from the top of Mt. Nebo, 12,000 feet, commanding a view of the country for many miles in every direction. Campfire programs were enjoyed each evening, more than 100 persons being present on each occasion. We expect to make this year's outing a big success. (See Illustrations, p. 326.) Camp Roosevelt, Boy Builders Supervised by Major F. L. Beals, Chicago public high school, takes care of boys during their summer vacations and helps them physically, mentally and morally. A well-defined program is carried out. The Red Cross main- tains a hospital building and staff of four doctors and a nurse at the school, in addition to looking after the health and sanitation of the camp. The Camp Roosevelt Association, composed of public spirited Chicago men, handles all the distribution of funds contributed towards the camp's support, The war department loans complete camping equipment, and the Y. M. C. A. operates a completely equipped Y., making it possible to conduct the camp at a low fee for the boys who attend. The camp is located on Silver Lake near La Porte, Indiana. There are one hundred instructors and the program is an effective one in citizenship building. More than 5.000 boys have passed through its various courses. The headquarters for the camp are maintained the year round, at the Chicago Board of Education, 460 South State Street, 326 IMPROVEMENT ERA Top: The Caravan on the Way. Center: The Stop at the Monument, Bottom: the Last Climb near the Summit, North Sanpete Fathers and Soaj