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Test your knowledge of backcountry camping

By Scouting magazine

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

How much do you know about purifying water in the wild?

By Aaron Derr

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

Quiz yourself on how well you know how to animal-proof a campsite

By Scouting magazine

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

Tips to remember when animal-proofing your campsite

By Scouting magazine

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

Protect your gear to make it last for years

By Scouting magazine

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.

How well do you know how to stay dry in the rain?

By Scouting magazine

Take this quiz to see how prepared you are for a rain storm during your next campout.

Great survival gear for $20 or less

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A Scout is prepared — and thrifty. Here are seven survival gear items for $20 or less.

How to alleviate or, better yet, avoid an encounter with poison ivy

By Scouting magazine

During a hike, you notice the beginnings of a nasty, bumpy rash — you suspect it could be from poison ivy. What should you do?

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.