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The Chattooga River Trail: A hiker’s surprise

By Michael Freeman

Plan a scenic 20-mile hike along Georgia’s Chattooga River Trail.

An expert’s tips for avoiding accidents in the wilderness

By Scouting magazine

Equip your Scouts with these expert-approved safety and accident-prevention tips before heading out into the wilderness.

Hats to keep you cool on the trail

By Scouting magazine

Put a lid on your head with hats designed to keep you more comfortable on the trail.

Camp in comfort using these handy tips

By Scouting magazine

Brush up on your camping strategies — what you pack, how you travel — to help create a more comfortable camping experience.

Councils offering Personal Watercraft program

By Scouting magazine

Find a full list of the councils offering Personal Watercraft programs.

The Wonder of the Woods What Are Our Children Missing?

By Scouting magazine

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.