I am our Troops UL guy. I enjoy teaching Scouts how to go
light. The one line I won't cross is safety. I have had to
deal with the bigger is better mentality for a long time.
Seen many a miserable face, young/old after they carried too much junk all day. Stick to your guns, do the ul thing
whenever possible. Be respectful of you leaders. In time
people will catch on to your example. Our Troop still goes
heavy some times. Jamborees, Trailer at basecamp etc.
When we backpack now almost everyone goes light, except one
adult. He shys away from longer more difficult treks though.

Scout On
Jim