Boy Scout Outdoor Program

Boy Scouts have many different opportunities for outdoor adventure. Many activities await you and your Scouts in the outdoors. Everything from the thrill of experiencing the natural beauty, to earning patches and advancement, to taking part in the special activities planned by your district.

C.O.P.E.

C.O.P.E. (Challenging Outdoor Program Experience) is a program designed to meet the needs of your individual group by emphasizing eight major goals: Communication, Planning, Teamwork, Trust, Leadership, Decision Making, Problem Solving and Self-Esteem.

Summer Camp

A week long adventure for Boy Scout Troops and provisional campers, with programs geared for new Scouts, Scouts wishing to earn Merit Badges and programs for the older Scout.

Winter Camp

A week long adventure for Boy Scout Troops and provisional campers, with programs geared for new Scouts, Scouts wishing to work on Merit Badges and programs for the older Scout.

Philmont Contingent

An adventure of a lifetime for Scouts and leaders, ages 14 and up. Join the Gulf Ridge Council Contingent for the ultimate camping and hiking experience.

PADI and the Boy Scouts of America

PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) and the Boy Scouts of America are working to bridge the gap and fufill the requirements of the Scuba Merit Badge and other great opportunities.

You can download a pdf version of the PADI brochure and information packet here, or view it online here.

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Sir Robert Baden-Powell