One of the main reasons boys want to join Scouts is to get OUTDOORS! There's no better way to do that than some good ole fun on the trail! We want to be more a outdoor-oriented Pack and keep our boys ACTIVE! In short, we will keep the OUT in scOUTing!
Pack 1910 goes hiking almost every month at areas around the DFW metroplex for distances between 1-4 miles. These fun outings are an integral part of our program. We want to get the boys outside and know that it's more fun to do these things with friends. That being said, there are incentives to participation. Attendance at these events is completely optional, but... you know you want to come.
Besides providing enjoyment and rewards, the hiking program helps boys become confident and comfortable outdoors and encourages healthy habits and lifestyles. It also helps makes the transition to Boy Scouting activities easier.
Our first hike will be Saturday, September 8 at 9-10:30 am on the new Shady Grove/Rapp Road Trail (approx. 1.5 miles). Check Scoutbook for where to park and meet. We will be GEOCACHING!
Hikers -- be prepared with your six essential items for hiking! Check out THIS LINK for more information on that. Let your SCOUT gather these items into a lightweight backpack -- why? Because if you do everything for him, he loses the opportunity to learn for himself!
Parents, please take a look at Pack 1910's Hiking Club packet for more information on what to bring, what to wear, etc. It would be good to go over this with your scout BEFORE they show up to a hike.
If you plan to attend, please be sure you RSVP on Scoutbook so we know who all to expect! All Pack events are FAMILY FRIENDLY but please do not bring the 4 legged kiddos!
If this is your 1st hike with Pack 1910, you’ll even earn your first pack hiking badge by attending!!
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