Camping Archives - Page 15 of 16

Outdoor Smarts: Camping With an Eye to the Weather

By Scouting magazine

No one would plan a camp-out in the path of a hurricane or blizzard, but forecasts of rain or snow shouldn’t always be a reason to cancel an outing.

First Trail

By Scouting magazine

A well-planned weekend “mini-trek” introduces younger Scouts to backpacking and leaves them looking forward to high adventure programs reserved for older Scouts.

Outdoor Smarts Camp Stoves

By Scouting magazine

What are you looking for in a cookstove? Blowtorch heat, delicate simmering, or a variety of fuel options? Check out these models for backpacking chefs or campground gourmets.

Green Bar Bill's Patrol Corner: Take a Patrol Hike

By Scouting magazine

Fall is a great time of year for hiking. The leaves are turning, and cool northerly breezes make temperatures just right for a walk outdoors.

Great Times for First-Year Campers

By Scouting magazine

Special council programs ensure that younger Scouts have a summer camp experience that leaves them eager to return.

Earn the 50-Miler Award on one of five scenic hikes

By Scouting magazine

These classic long-distance hikes wind through scenic wilderness areas that offer spectacular settings for earning the BSA’s 50-Miler Award.

Outdoor Smarts: How to Keep Warm in Camping's Fourth Season

By Scouting magazine

To enjoy a winter outing, you need the right gear, know-how, and a good attitude.

Outdoor Smarts: Put Your Best Foot Forward

By Scouting magazine

Proper-fitting boots and moisture-wicking socks can save hikers the misery of hot spots and blisters.

Outdoor Smarts: Don't Get Drenched

By Scouting magazine

How to keep you and your gear dry.

The Signal Mirror: A Low-Tech Lifesaver

By Scouting magazine

Any flat, shiny surface can be used to get the attention of potential rescuers, but a specially designed reflective signaling device works best.