Northern Tier

Ely, MN

BSA’s gateway to adventure in the Great Northwoods. In the Summer, Scouts from Northern Tier’s three wilderness canoe bases explore millions of acres of pristine lakes, meandering rivers, dense forests, and wetlands in Northern Minnesota, Northwest Ontario and Northeast Manitoba.

In the winter, Northern Tier is home to the OKPIK Cold-Weather Camping program, the BSA's premier winter high adventure program.

Philmont Scout Ranch

Cimarron, NM

BSA's premier high adventure base challenges Scouts and Venturers with more than 214 square miles of rugged northern New Mexico wilderness. Backpacking treks, horseback cavalcades, and training and service programs offer young people many ways to experience this legendary country.

Check out the 2015 Philmont Unit Registration Packet to get more information about this exciting opportunity and register today! Also, watch some informative and inspirational videos on the Philmont Scout Ranch YouTube channel.

Florida Sea Base

Islamorada, FL

Sea Base is a unique Scouting program that offers aquatics programs found nowhere else. 

Whether your interests lie in sailing, scuba diving, rustic camping on an undeveloped barrier island, fishing, or a combination of all, this is the place for your troop or crew. 

Summit Bechtel Reserve

Mount Hope, WV

Get ready for the next century of Scouting. With incredible facilities and amazing outdoor programs, The Summit is a place that takes kids to the limits of what they think they can do, and then pushes them further.

Situated in the wilds of West Virginia, The Summit is an adventure center for the millions of youth and adults involved in the BSA. Get more info at www.summitbechtelreserve.org.

OA High Adventure Program

OA members between the ages of 16 and 21 are eligible. 
  • Canadian Odyssey at Northern Tier
  • Wilderness Voyage at Northern Tier
  • Trail Crew at Philmont Scout Ranch
  • Ocean Adventure at Florida Sea Base
  • Summit Experience at The Summit

These programs offer two full weeks of high intensity outdoor adventure, leadership development, and a way to build friendships that will last a lifetime.