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Trevor deRosier embarks on the mystery hike devised by his mom, Cindy.

Try this safe, smart ‘Mystery Hike’ activity with your Scouts and their families

July 27, 2020 10

The mystery hike, inspired by the game Clue, is the brainchild of troop committee member Cindy deRosier, a former classroom teacher.

Unsung Hero: She rescued a fellow hiker during a family vacation

July 15, 2020 3

Leah Jo and her family were on a guided hike in the Caribbean country of St. Kitts and Nevis when another hiker slipped and fell.

Ask the Expert: Can you earn the 50-Miler Award on horseback?

July 14, 2020 4

What does the horseshoe mean on this award?

When you get in again, vow to stay safe in the water

May 15, 2020 1

Today is International Water Safety Day. Are you and your Scouts going to participate in the #GetInAgain Challenge?

Scouts help rescue injured bald eagle after coronavirus forces merit badge event venue change

April 9, 2020 1

In these uncertain times as the country takes precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we know this is certain: Scouts will continue to help wherever and whenever they can.

Remember to drink up — before and during a trek

March 24, 2020 2

Don’t hoard water when you’re on a hike. Drink up! Here are some tips for how much to drink and filtering untreated water.

What’s your 11th Essential? Seasoned Scout leader has a suggestion to share

March 13, 2020 16

If you only have room in your backpack for 10 items, make it the Ten Essentials. But let’s say you have a little extra space. What’s your 11th Essential?

Two Scouts BSA troops — one for boys, one for girls — summit Mount Kilimanjaro

March 11, 2020 1

A pair of Scouts BSA troops from Connecticut — boys Troop 175 and girls Troop 1175 — successfully summited Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa.

Group photo of dolphinfish program at Sea Base

At Florida Sea Base, Scouts are helping ocean wildlife, one dolphinfish at a time

March 10, 2020 0

Scouts at the Florida Sea Base are being recognized by a national nonprofit for their best-in-class efforts to tag dolphinfish, also known as mahi-mahi.

Pack 1855 Cub Scouts pose for the camera

Your pack will get some serious mileage out of this Cub Scout hiking club idea

January 31, 2020 4

A few months after launching the Pack 1855 Hiking Club, leaders realized something amazing: Their Cub Scouts love everything about hiking.