Backpacking & Hiking Archives - Page 5 of 8

Escape to the waters of Florida’s lush Ocala oasis

By Scouting magazine

Why Go: The setting is unlike any other in North America. Just over an hour’s drive northwest of Orlando, wedged between the Ocklawaha and St. Johns rivers, lie the Juniper Springs Recreation Area and the

Waterproof the contents of your backpack using these expert tips

By Scouting magazine

Heading out on the trail for a couple days—or weeks? Make sure your backpack is waterproofed with these techniques for keeping your stuff dry.

How to survive a bear encounter

By Scouting magazine

What should you do if you hear a bear pawing at your tent?

Explore Michigan’s Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

By Scouting magazine

Map out a hike along this picturesque lakeshore with bluffs and views of one of the nation’s largest lakes.

Trail Guide Humboldt Redwoods State Park

Explore coastal California’s Humboldt Redwoods State Park

By Scouting magazine

Experience the wonders of an ancient world in California’s Humboldt Redwoods State Park.

Get a taste for the BSA’s future when exploring West Virginia’s Greenbrier River Trail

By Scouting magazine

Hike or bike the gorge Greenbrier River Trail to witness a tantalizing glimpse of the BSA’s future in West Virginia.

Ten reasons why you should try hammock camping

By Aaron Derr

What is hammock camping all about, and should your troop really take it seriously? Author and hammock-camping enthusiast Derek Hansen shares his top 10 reason why you should try hammock camping.