High adventure at SBR adds a new dimension to the Scouting experience. High adventure is not just about adrenaline and the wow factor, it’s about digging deep within yourself, finding out what makes you tick and discovering how to push beyond what you think you can do.
The Summit offers Scouts a distinctive opportunity to experience five unique high-adventure experiences with one thing in common: the experience of a lifetime. Dig in and explore which of our high adventure experiences suits your unit, and start your journey today.
Scouting is about more than just earning ranks and merit badges. While there are an abundance of reasons why the first few years and ranks in Scouting are essential (for example, it’s where young people learn foundational skills and start to develop as leaders), the concept of “High Adventure” is what drew many to Scouting, even if they didn’t realize it at the time. It’s the pinnacle of their time in Scouting, a transformational experience. High Adventure at the Summit is where this transformation takes place, offering Scouts a chance to experience a variety of unique adventure activities in an environment that prioritizes safety and self-discovery.
Ready to get started? Check out our five high-adventure experiences and decide which best fits your unit. Want a more in-depth understanding of each experience? Select a card below to learn more.
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The SBR Program guide is designed to help unit and council contingents plan a successful trip to the Summit. There are also specific guides for each of the treks.
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Situated in the wilds of West Virginia, The Summit Bechtel Reserve is a training, Scouting, and adventure center for the millions of youth and adults involved in Scouting America and anyone who loves the outdoors. The Summit Bechtel Reserve is also home to the National Scout Jamboree and the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base.
The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
