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The Wonder of the Woods What Are Our Children Missing?

Fewer young people are experiencing the joy of playing outdoors and exploring nature, says a noted author, who shows how such neglect can be harmful and how programs like Scouting can help to reverse the trend.

Havasu Heaven

Scouts from Albuquerque Troop 166 hike to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and camp in a tropical paradise set between towering waterfalls.

Claws, Teeth, Horns, and Hooves: Dodging Dangerous Wildlife

Although deadly confrontations are rare, you should know how to react to any unlikely encounter with bears, mountain lions, or large, hoofed animals.

First Trail

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

First Trail

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

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

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.

Wilderness First Aid: Ready for the Worst

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.