Hikes are a fun, educational, and healthy part of the Cub Scout experience, and all Scouts are encouraged to hike with their Den or Pack as often as they can. Many ranks have requirements involving hikes or outdoor nature walks, using maps, and other activities that can be completed on short hikes in our local area.
Hikes must follow the Guide to Safe Scouting guidelines.
Tigers – Hikes require adult partner (parent/guardian) participation.
Wolf/Bear – Adults lead and sweep.
Webelos – Webelos (who have earned the 50 miler) may lead but adult must sweep.
Hiking miles are now easily tracked in ScoutBook under each of your Scout's profiles. Parents and Den Leaders can enter miles from official hikes.
Earned when a Scout has hiked 15 miles on official hikes.
Additional awards for your stave are awarded every 5 miles after that.
Put your name on your hiking stick.
Hiking stick will be taken away if used inappropriately.
Scout Outdoor Essentials
Other Essentials
Safe Hiking on the Highway
Safe Hiking on the Trail