Backpacking & Hiking Archives - Page 3 of 8

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Your Scouts can go the distance using these planning tips for a long-distance trek on Minnesota’s Superior Hiking Trail.

By Aaron Derr

Use this guide to plan a trip exploring Olympic National Park’s North Wilderness Coast.

By Scouting magazine

How will you fare out there? Find out if you’re ready to tackle a backcountry camping trip with this quiz.

By Aaron Derr

Your Scouts and Venturers will love adventuring underground in the tube caves at Lava Beds National Monument in California.

By Aaron Derr

Use this quiz to test your knowledge of purifying water in the wild.

By Aaron Derr

Before you pack for your next trek, read this to determine the right water purification method in the wild.

By Scouting magazine

Know before you go: How well can you animal-proof a campsite?

By Scouting magazine

Critters crashing your camp? Here’s how to focus on animal-proofing your campsite.

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After each outing, teach yourself (and your Scouts) to get into the habit of caring for equipment before putting it back in the closet or garage.

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Scouts and Venturers make ‘Barefoot Mailman’ hike to honor history.