Summer Outdoor Adventure Challenge
"Clip Into Adventure!"
Make this summer about exploring, connecting as a family, and creating memories outdoors.
Challenge Period: June 15 – August 31
Complete a series of outdoor activities throughout the summer. Participants who complete 10 of the 15 challenges earn an exclusive Summer Outdoor Adventure Carabiner Tag.
Adventure Challenge List
☐ Take a hike on a local trail (at least 1 mile)
☐ Have a family picnic at a park
☐ Watch a sunrise or sunset together
☐ Identify 5 different birds, trees, or wildflowers
☐ Camp overnight (backyard, campground, or Scout property)
☐ Complete a family bike ride
☐ Visit a state park, national park, or nature preserve
☐ Go fishing
☐ Cook a meal outdoors
☐ Participate in a conservation project (pick up litter, plant flowers, etc.)
☐ Take a nature photo and share it with your pack/troop
☐ Build and fly a kite
☐ Spend one hour completely screen-free outdoors
☐ Learn and practice Leave No Trace principles
☐ Attend a Scout camp, family camp, or outdoor council event
Bonus Challenges
Complete any of these for extra bragging rights:
⭐ Hike 5 miles in one day
⭐ Watch the stars and identify three constellations
⭐ Paddle a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard
⭐ Visit a location you've never explored before
⭐ Invite another family to join you on an adventure
Recognition Levels
Bronze Tag: Complete 10 challenges
Silver Tag: Complete 13 challenges
Gold Tag: Complete all 15 challenges plus 2 bonus challenges
Open to all Scouting America families and friends.
Adventure is closer than you think—get outside and start exploring!
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