Trail Talk – S1, E9: Chop Wood, Carry Water
There’s a rhythm to Scout life. Some jobs don’t come with recognition or applause — they just need to be done. In this reflective “From the Trail” episode, Mr. Mielke explores two timeless proverbs — “Chop wood, carry water” and “When you carry your own water, you learn the value of everydrop.”
Through stories from Philmont, late-night axe yards, andlessons in water purification, we’ll discover why the small, steady work builds more than just firewood piles and full canteens — it builds leaders.
This episode was inspired in part by the book Chop Wood,Carry Water: How to Fall in Love with the Process of Becoming Great by Joshua Medcalf. For those who haven’t read it — it’s well worth your time.
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