Outdoor activities Archives - Scouting magazine

Ready for takeoff with kites

Craft a kite perfect for a Cub Scout activity or a patrol’s afternoon of fun.

Women blazing a trail at Philmont Scout Ranch

Meet four women who help make Philmont a Scouting paradise for all.

Experience one of the world’s most unforgiving environments at Death Valley National Park

Venture into the hottest place on Earth.

Safety Quiz: Back to Basics

New volunteers frequently ask the BSA these questions, so we thought we’d ask them to you.

Pack light, pack right on your next backpacking trip

Scouts have been reducing pack weight for decades. Here are some backpacking tips to try without going overboard.

Come sail away on a Great Lakes Sailing Adventure

Scouts and Venturers step aboard the Retriever, a 52-foot, two-masted sailboat, and set sail for a medley of memorable destinations in the Great Lakes.

Find your bearings with (or without) a compass

You can’t always rely on your cellphone. These tips will help you find your way.

On your feet: How to prevent, treat blisters

Blisters can quickly turn an outdoor odyssey into a pity party. Follow these tips to keep your feet happy and healthy.

The Hornaday Award: One of Scouting’s rarest, most prestigious honors

Scouts and Venturers need patience, persistence and a passion for the environment to earn an award benefiting the Earth. About 1,200 medals have been awarded in the past 100 years.

Dive into Camp Raven Knob’s thrilling activities

The 3,200-acre Scouting destination in the Blue Ridge Mountains of northwestern North Carolina has thrilled Scouts for more than six decades.