Program Goal: This program invites your scout and you to be active in the outdoors, while learning more about the environment. They will learn and use the practices of Leave No Trace. They may also have an opportunity to learn about and see local wildlife, read a map and use a compass. The program offers you and your scout fun in the outdoors, quality time spent together and exercises too.

Accumulating Miles: If you participate in a Pack coordinated hike you will be tracked via attendance. If you hike on your own then we have a form you can fill out here to get those miles tracked.

Awards & Milestones: As a scout earns miles, we will track them and work toward several awards.

What to Bring; Scouts and parents should always come prepared with the Outdoor Essentials including the following:

• Sunscreen, even on cloudy days

• Insect repellent

• Extra bag for your trash

• Bring a small first aid kit

• Cell phone (for emergency use only) - NO ELECTRONICS USE during the hike!

• Check the weather prior to departing and bring weather-appropriate attire, especially proper footwear

• Consider wearing long pants to avoid poison ivy​

Expectations: Scouts and parents will be reminded of our standard safety rules and guidelines prior to all hikes.

• Hike lengths will vary. Typical range is 1 - 5 miles. Lions/Tigers have no problem with 1 or 2 mile hikes. Just ensure that the parent-guardian has plenty of water along, and a few snacks (for both of them).

• Hikes will typically continue rain or shine with the exception of extremely severe weather. We will not hike if there is lightning in the area.

• ​On warmer weather hikes, a small water bottle is not enough for even the smallest Scout so please be sure that you and your scout have plenty of fluids.

• During winter hikes, prior to departure, we will double check the dress of the Scouts to ensure they are properly prepared.

• The Pack hikes as a unit. We start together, break together, etc., with everyone following the same trail.