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.

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Backpacking & Hiking

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.

Backpacking and hiking

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.

High Adventure

Do the Right Thing

By Scouting magazine

When leaders emphasize the character-building values of the Scout Oath and Law, boys can be guided to do the right thing.

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Health

Wilderness First Aid: Ready for the Worst

By Scouting magazine

Keeping healthy and following basic safety measures help avoid tragedies on the trail, but when accidents do occur, specialized first-aid skills can make all the difference.