One last bump for this one and I'll call it a day. Just wanted to thank everyone again for all their input and suggestions. The boys loved their kits and I didn't even have to ask or argue with the cubmaster - he chimed in and told them he wanted the boys to bring them on the upcoming spring campout in May. Might still have to push for the no gear = no participation rule but I'm working on it. Wish I had brought a camera and took pictures.
Oh well maybe next time. Thanks again to everyone here on ETS.