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This episode of the podcast features an interview with Gregg Zdan, Director of High Adventure Programs at the Michigan Crossroads Council. They operate two high adventure bases - Cole Canoe Base and the Great Lakes Sailing Adventure. Podcast episode originally debuted on November 29, 2021. Cole Canoe Base https://colecanoebase.com/ Our high adventure program provides older scouts an opportunity to stray from the traditional summer camp experience and put their outdoor skills to the test, on canoe trips on three of Michigan's most scenic rivers- the Rifle River, the Fox-Manistique, and the Au Sable. For more information please see the High Adventure homepage to start planning for your adventure now Great Lakes Sailing Adventure https://michiganscouting.org/outdooradventures/great-lakes-sailing-adventure/ The Retriever, a 52′ ketch, is an offshore sail training vessel where youth will learn the fundamentals of sailing, including sail trim, helmsmanship, navigation, marine safety and skills used by seasoned sailors! Based in its home port of Mackinaw City, Michigan, the Retriever will call on harbors throughout the northern Great Lakes teaching valuable sailing skills along the way. Program options include six (6) day – five (5) night cruises, and a 3 night Labor Day weekend. The Retriever is designed to accommodate a maximum of 10 youth and two (2) adults. Co-ed crews are welcome, but the advisor must contact the council in advance to discuss accommodation options. All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

This edition of the High Adventure Scouting Podcast features an interview with Samuel Ahlstrom, Senior District Executive and representative of the Rocky Mountain High Adventure Base from the Pathways to the Rockies Council in Colorado. Podcast episode originally debuted on November 1, 2021. Located in the high mountains of Southern Colorado, Rocky Mountain High Adventure Base (RMHAB) offers whitewater rafting, backpacking, and other exciting experiences with some of the most breathtaking views of the Rockies. This high adventure program offers a diverse range of activities to meet the needs and desires of all. This includes whitewater rafting, climbing & rappelling, mountain biking, and summiting a peak in the Rocky Mountains. Rocky Mountain High Adventure Base truly does embody what it means to be a high adventure experience. https://rockymountainscouts.org/rmhab/ All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

Is your unit ready to provide High Adventure trips to your members? A great hands on training course might just be the answer. Podcast episode originally debuted on October 18, 2021. We had a discussion with Jon Jonas, Chair of High Adventure Programs for the Greater St. Louis Area Council. He discussed the Back Country Leadership Skills Training that his committee developed many years ago. Jon discussed the background of the course and the schedule for the weekend course. This is a hands-on course meant to teach the basics of creating your own high adventure trip within your unit. Specific information can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/training.html or look for the Training tab on the High Adventure Scouting Website. All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

This is an interview with Cliff Langey, Owner and Operator from Swiftwater Adventures in Duluth, MN. This location is on the way for many groups going to Northern Tier or the Boundary Waters. A good extra adventure on the way north. Podcast episode originally debuted on November 15, 2021. Whitewater Rafting on the St. Louis River near Duluth, Minnesota: The perfect adventure for large groups like Scout groups.​ This trip takes you through a semi-wilderness area with rugged outcrops, tall pines, abundant wildlife, and challenging rapids. ​​ Rates: They offer special rates for large groups of 12+. https://www.swiftwatermn.com/trips-pricing/whitewater-rafting-large-groups/ https://www.highadventurescouting.com/swiftwateradventures.html All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

In this episode we explore setting up an independent Boundary Waters trip for your unit. Podcast episode originally debuted on September 20, 2021 The Boundary Waters is an awesome place to take Scouts and an excellent way to get off the net. Canoeing through the Minnesota wilderness is a classic trip. If you think it's too difficult, think again. Our guest this time is Jon Jonas. Jon is the High Adventure Chair for the Greater St. Louis Area Council as well as a Wilderness First Aid Instructor, High Adventure for Troop 94 in O'Fallon, IL, as well as a bunch of other things. He's the go to person on High Adventure in our area and we bring his expertise to our listeners. Jon has been to the Boundary Waters many times with his unit. He has a great perspective and shares a step by step of how to do your own Boundary Waters trip. The episode is a little longer than normal, but there is a lot of great information packed into this podcast. If you have specific questions for Jon, email us at info@highadventurescouting.com and we'll put you in touch with him.

The Yellowstone High Adventure Outpost provides a premier High Adventure experience for independent crews and scouts at CBB who are ready for the adventure of a lifetime in the largest contiguous wilderness in the lower 48. Podcast episode originally debuted on November 23, 2020. http://www.campbuffalobill.com/program/yellowstone-high-adventure-outpost/ All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

The podcast comes to Missouri with Swift High Adventure Base. We interviewed Lisa Abernathy, past director of Swift. Podcast episode originally debuted on October 26, 2020. Every week at Swift includes more activities than you can possibly complete. Rock Climbing, High Challenge Course, Rapelling, Low Challenge Course, Swimming, Sailing, SUPs, Equestrian Programs, Mountain Bikes Course and Trail Rides, Ascending, Mountain Boards, and more. Then on top of all that fun, each week has a theme that expands the program offerings at Swift. https://stlbsa.org/camps/scouts-bsa-venturing-summer-camp/ All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

Floodwood Mountain Scout Reservation has been the ultimate site for High Adventure for over 50 yrs. Podcast episode originally debuted on October 5, 2020. Floodwood is located near Saranac Lake, NY about an hour west of Lake Placid in the heart of the Adirondacks. With its many lakes, streams, and High Peaks, Floodwood is perfectly located to offer a High Adventure challenge second to none. Choose either a canoe trek from our base located on Rollins Pond or backpacking trek into the High Peaks Wilderness. Accompanying your unit for your trek will be one of our experienced staff Voyagers, a trained wilderness guide. While 100% customizable canoe and backpacking treks are the mainstay of Floodwood, we also offer first class waterskiing/tubing, rock climbing/rappelling, archery, as well as many other day and overnight hikes and paddles. Floodwood is truly a special place in the Adirondacks and offers your unit the opportunity to create memories that will last forever! https://www.nnjbsa.org/floodwood/ All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

An interview with Stephanie Kelly, Backcountry Trek Manager, for the Northern Lights High Adventure Base. Podcast episode originally debuted on September 8, 2020. This is the premier Alaskan High Adventure outdoor experience for scouts. Backpacking, hiking, canoeing, fishing and more! The Northern Lights High Adventure Base is run by the Midnight Sun Council, Boy Scouts of America, based in Fairbanks, Alaska. The mission of the Base is to provide a remote outdoor experience to youth and adults within the Scouting program. www.alaskahighadventure.com All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

Interview with Sean McEneaney, Program and Base Director. Podcast episode originally debuted on February 10, 2020. Opportunities abound for exciting, unique and extended backcountry travel. Every day will involve challenges and rewards. Each bend in the river or change in horizon will bring new possibilities for excitement and relaxation. Take each day as it comes, make your own itinerary that fits EVERYONE'S desires and wishes. Canoeing is, by far, the most popular option for participants of Maine High Adventure. Paddling is available on waters ranging from some of the largest lakes in Maine to challenging whitewater streams and rivers and everything in between. A crew can plan a laid-back relaxing itinerary, a strenuous, demanding trip or a combination of each. Over the past three summer seasons, most crews have paddled an average of 75 to 85 miles while on the water based portion of their trek. Backpacking is another option for participants an Maine High Adventure. The famous Appalachian Trail winds its way over rugged terrain towards its northern terminus atop Mt. Katahdin. Many hikers refer to Maine as the "hardest section of the Appalachian Trail" due to the nature of the rocky footing. Maine High Adventure is in very close proximity to the "100 Mile Wilderness", the final 100 miles of this long-distance footpath and ambitions crews may wish to take on the challenge of hiking all 100 miles, while some may wish to backpack the final 25, culminating in a hike of Mt. Katahdin. Options abound, the opportunities are limitless! All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

Interview with Stephen Miller, Program Director for the Montana High Adventure Base. Podcast episode originally debuted on January 6, 2020. The Montana High Adventure Base (MOHAB) is a nationally accredited Boy Scouts of America High Adventure Base that offers trekking in one of the largest and most remote wilderness areas in the United States. MOHAB is open for Boy Scout troops and venturing crews as well as their adult leaders. MOHAB offers participants basecamp training and hands-on experiences that will provide them with the opportunity to safely lead themselves on their own wilderness expedition. All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

Scott Thiessen from Jack Zink high adventure base (ZBASE) was the guest for this edition of the High Adventure Scouting Podcast. Podcast episode originally debuted on December 23, 2019. Jack Zink high adventure base (ZBASE) is a high adventure leadership based program that will be operated by the Indian Nations Council and serve Boy Scouts and Venture Scouts as well as high adventure enthusiasts on a regional basis. The leadership curriculum will provide an outdoor discovery based classroom designed to develop participants’ leadership skills and learn more about themselves and others in a hands-on, active experience. The programs offered will be unique to not only the area, but to scouting in general. ZBASE will encompass 35,000 acres on Zink Ranch as well as 10,000 acres of Skiatook Lake. THE PURPOSE OF ZBASE IS THREEFOLD: become the premier regional (and eventually national) high adventure base, help maintain the relevance of the scouting principles to today’s youth, and be seen as a leadership training center. Zink Ranch has a tradition of hosting various scouting activities and is a fitting site for this one of a kind high adventure base. All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

Interview with Griffin Linehan, Director of Lenhok’sin High Adventure Base. Podcast episode originally debuted on January 27, 2020. Lenhok’sin is a trek camp. We offer each Crew the opportunity to design their own program tailored to their level of experience and goals. Our primary program is a combination of backpacking and adventure activities. Backpack through the 4,000+ acres of Goshen Scout Reservation and some of the 35,000 acres of surrounding state wildlife game lands. Challenge your Crew to summit up to five peaks and earn our most challenging award! Stop along the way at four of our nine exciting programs. All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

Imagine spending your Summer Camp experience on one of the largest man-made lakes in the world? Aquabase is located on Kentucky Lake in the heart of the United States. The base is a part of Pfeffer Scout Reservation and a part of the Lincoln Heritage Council. Podcast episode originally debuted on September 21, 2020. This is an interview with Sarah Flowers, Director of Camping Services for the Lincoln Heritage Council and Reid Parish, Director of Aquabase. www.lhcbsa.org/high-adventure All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

The Salmon River High Adventure Base is a joint venture between Grand Teton Council and the Mountain West Council. Podcast episode originally debuted on November 9, 2020. Idaho's Salmon River, known as the "River of No Return," is one of the most unique in the world. Originating in the mountains of central Idaho, it flows through some of the most beautiful and pristine land in the United States before reaching its confluence with the Snake River. It is a free-flowing river, without a single dam anywhere on the 425 miles of its main steam. It is one of the longest such rivers in the continental United States, second only to the Yellowstone. Also, excepting Alaska, it is the longest undammed river contained entirely in a single state. The exact origins of the Salmon's nickname are lost to history. Some credit Lewis and Clark after they turned back, the only obstacle during their entire exploration they retreated from. Others say it was early pioneers who settled along the river as farmers and miners. Whoever first coined the phrase, the name is fitting. On average, the river loses nearly 20 feet of elevation for every mile, making for some intense whitewater. It also travels through the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, the second-largest wilderness in the lower 48. https://www.mountainwestcouncil.org/srhab http://www.tetonscouts.org/salmon-river-program-information/60463 All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

Birchbark Expeditions interview with Alan Percy. Podcast episode originally debuted on December 27, 2021. Birchbark Expeditions is a Nationally Accredited week-long, fully guided high adventure canoe experience, steeped in the rich Age of Exploration history. Operated by volunteers from the Greater Niagara Frontier Council of the BSA, the program offers three different options: 1) WNY Waterways - A local one or two-day canoeing expedition on one of the many waterways in Western New York. An ideal first opportunity to experience canoe tripping with an optional over-night stay. 2) Adirondack Adventure - a 7-day High Adventure experience based in New York's beautiful Adirondack Park, it operates four weeks from mid-July to mid-August. 3) Algonquin Adventure - also a 7-day High Adventure experience, but based in the remote Algonquin Provincial Park in Ontario (on hold until border crossing restrictions are lifted) http://www.wnyscouting.org/birchbark All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

For this episode we had a discussion with Ian Craig from Adirondack Treks & High Adventure at Massaweepie in Up State New York. They are a part of the Seneca Waterways Council BSA. This high adventure base offers customizable options in Canoeing, Hiking and Backpacking with treks ranging from 3-7 days. Podcast episode originally debuted on October 4, 2021. Email: treks@senecawaterways.org, massawepietreks@gmail.com Website: https://senecawaterways.org/massawepie-adirondack-treks/ All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan High Adventure Base has been offering Northwoods adventures since 1976. Podcast episode originally debuted on November 16, 2020. Whether you are interested in taking in the vistas on foot at one of our four backpacking destinations, paddling through the cool water on our kayaking or canoe treks, or relaxing on sailboats in Lake Superior, there is sure to be a trek for you! We are excited to announce new treks each summer. If you don’t see a trek that you like, contact the camp staff about a custom itinerary. We offer both in-camp day trips (that are designed to compliment your stay at Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan) or adventures outside of the regular camp program. We are proud to be a Nationally Accredited High Adventure Base. www.makajawan.com All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.

Ben Pierce from Louisiana Swamp Base was the guest for this edition of the High Adventure Scouting Podcast. This podcast episode originally debuted on December 9, 2019. Louisiana Swamp Base is a national conservation and high adventure recreation base created in 2010 by the Evangeline Area Council, Boy Scouts of America to commemorate the Centennial of Scouting while also making a 100 year commitment to annually immerse thousands of youth in the environment and culture of the Atchafalaya Swamp. Each year Swamp Base focuses on improving the quality and experience of the Atchafalaya Swamp through environmental stewardship efforts and high adventure programs that instill pride and ownership in the area by allowing youth to experience the swamp firsthand. All High Adventure Scouting podcast episodes can be found at https://www.highadventurescouting.com/podcast.html.