14 years of age
How old do I have to be to participate in a Trek or Cavalcade? Philmont Trek and Cavalcade participants must be 14 years of age OR be at least 13 years of age and completed the 8th grade prior to participation.
What is high adventure BSA?
A high-adventure experience includes several days of trekking in wilderness and other rugged, remote locations. The Boy Scouts of America operates four national high-adventure facilities and numerous local council high adventure bases that provide outdoor adventure opportunities for older Scouts and Venturers.
How old do you have to be to join BSA?
10 years old
Youth can join Scouts BSA if they have completed the fifth grade and are at least 10 years old, OR have earned the Arrow of Light Award and are at least 10 years old, OR are age 11 but have not reached age 18.
What is considered high adventure?
High adventure is a type of outdoor experience. It typically is meant to include activities like backpacking, hiking, kayaking or canoeing. It may also include mountaineering, rock climbing, mountain biking, orienteering, hang gliding, paragliding and hot air ballooning.
What is the weight limit for Philmont?
295 pounds
Discussion in advance with Philmont regarding any exception to the weight limit for persons under 21 years of age is required, whether it is over or under. Under no circumstances will any individual over 295 pounds be allowed to participate regardless of height or age.
How much do Philmont tents weigh?
Every member of your crew should be able to set up, take down, and fold the tent. Philmont uses two-person, free standing backpacking tents (foot print – 4’6” x 7’4”, approximate weight =5lbs. 13 oz.)
What is a high adventure activity?
High Adventure is any activity that requires special training or skills to safely participate in. High adventure activities include horseback riding, archery, kayaking, rock climbing, backpacking, and many, many more.
How many BSA camps are there?
420 Scout camps
Did you know that the Boy Scouts of America operates 420 Scout camps, 60 council high-adventure programs, and three national high-adventure bases? Each site offers opportunities for a variety of summer camp staff jobs.
What is the age range for Girl Scouts?
Find Your Girl Scout Grade Level You can join Girl Scouts at any point from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Learn about the Girl Scout levels and what makes them unique.
What is the maximum age to be a Boy Scout?
Scouts BSA (formerly Boy Scouts) is the flagship program of the BSA for youth ages 11 to 18; 10-year-olds can join if they have completed fifth grade or if they have earned the Arrow of Light award. Venturing is the program for ages 14 to 21. Sea Scouting is the program for ages 14 to 21 focused on nautical activities.
How strict is Philmont about weight?
Philmont recommends that participants carry a pack weighing no more than 25% to 30% of their body weight. Participants 21 years and older who exceed the maximum acceptable weight limit for their height at the Philmont medical recheck will not be permitted to backpack or hike at Philmont.
Do they weigh you at Sea Base?
What if I arrive at Sea Base and exceed the Maximum Weight Limit by more than 20 pounds, but have a note from my physician? Those who exceed the Maximum Weight Limit for their height by more than 20 pounds may not be permitted to participate.
What are the requirements to participate in the high adventure program?
Northern Tier High Adventure Program Summer Participant Handbook. 1 A registered Boy Scout, Varsity Scout or Venturer, 2 14 years of age or 13 years old and completed 8th Grade upon arrival at Northern Tier, AND. 3 Be classified as a “swimmer” prior to arrival (see next section for swimmer classification requirements).
What is high adventure for older Scouts?
Older Scouts and Venturers seek to participate in these programs. This book will show you how. High adventure is a highlight of Scouting outdoor experiences. It appeals to, chal- lenges, and inspires the youth and adult leaders who participate. High adventure keeps older youth high on Scouting.
How old do you have to be to join the Scouts?
All of our individual programs allow Scouts and Venturers ranging from 14 through 20 years of age to sign up individually without the need to form a crew. Age and gender requirements are specific to each program so please refer to the individual program pages for specific information. LEARN MORE
What is the Council High Adventure Guidebook?
This guidebook is designed to acquaint volunteers and older youth with the wide spectrum of council high-adventure experiences available to quali- fied older youth in Scout troops and Venturing crews.
