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Outdoors

Lessons learned in the outdoors teach youth skills that make them more self-reliant. They can explore canoe paths and hiking trails and complete challenges they first thought were beyond their ability. Attributes of good character become part of a youth as he or she learns to cooperate and meet outdoor challenges that may include extreme weather, difficult trails and portages, and dealing with nature’s unexpected circumstances.

Cooking

For healthier Dutch oven cooking, try these 5 gourmet camp recipes

By Scouting magazine

Dutch oven meals don’t have to be heavy with carbs and calories. Try these belly-filling, high-protein recipes.

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Five steps to a safe and fun aquatics program

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Here are five things you need to keep in mind as you plan your water-related activities.

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How leaders helped their Scouts plan — and replan — an epic trek

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The leaders of Troop 65 knew when to step in — and when to step back — while planning their Yosemite adventure.

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Pick the perfect pack for your daylong diversions

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Tips to help you decide what type of daypack you need and recommendations for top-performing models.

Cool Camps

A closer look at Owasippe Scout Reservation

By Scouting magazine

Try out the 25 miles of hiking trails that take Scouts all around Owasippe’s 4,800 acres of lakes, bogs and forests.

Camping

Scouts earn merit badges at STEM’s hidden gem

By Scouting magazine

How an Eagle Scout helped turn an abandoned government facility in North Carolina into a paradise for learning about science.

Features

Angling for an easy outdoors activity?

By Scouting magazine

Going fishing is a great way to engage with Scouts, even if you don’t know the first thing about the sport.

Aquatics

Going the distance on a Virginia troop’s 115-mile challenge

By Scouting magazine

The challenging trek included three days of hiking, two days of canoeing and two days of cycling.

Cool Camps

Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan survived a storm to offer a great program this year

By Scouting magazine

Stretching across 1,500 acres of beautiful forest, six lakes and one creek, Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan is home to two full-service camps, a wilderness camp, a high-adventure base and a horse ranch.

App Feed - Gear

Stop stumbling around camp with these great lamps

By Scouting magazine

Illuminate your campsite with some of the best headlamps and camp lighting on the market.

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September-October 2020
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