2027 High Adventure Trek
The 2027 Scoutreach High Adventure Youth and Adult Applications are now OPEN!
Is your Scout ready to take their Scouting journey to the next level?
The application period for 2027 Scoutreach High Adventure Treks is in progress! Your Scout could be hiking breathtaking vistas at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico or living amongst the diverse sea life of the Florida Keys at Sea Base.
High Adventure Treks are unique opportunities for Scouts to test their many skills and explore their limits under the guidance of trained professionals. Learn more about what each trek has to offer below.
SEA BASE - June 6 - June 11, 2027
Keys Adventure Islamorada! Keys Adventure Islamorada will show you the variety of experiences the Florida Keys has to offer. This adventure combines all the elements of our most popular multi-adventures.Your crew will snorkel, paddle through mangrove forests, fish in the Florida Bay from 28ft. fishing vessels, and spend a day sailing aboard our own catamaran sailboat! Each day is a new day, and each night will be spent in air-conditioned dormitories. If you’re looking for an action-packed variety of aquatic activities, look no further. This adventure is a part of our COASTS program and is special needs accessible.
PHILMONT SCOUT RANCH - June 24 - July 3, 2027
9-day Trek! at Philmont Scout Ranch is the Scouts’ largest National High Adventure Base with dozens of camps scattered across rugged terrain that ranges in elevation from 6,500 to 12,441 feet. Philmont offers an unforgettable 9-day trek of backpacking adventure with programs that feature the best of the Old West—horseback riding, burro packing, gold panning, and chuckwagon dinners. It’s an unbeatable recipe for fast-paced fun in the outdoors.
Applicants will be assessed a $25 application fee; an additional fee of $275, due by May 15th, 2027; other costs associated with Travel (such as Airline and Ground Transportation) will be covered by the Atlanta Area Council. Any applicant not selected will receive a refund of the $25 application fee.
Contact Yara Williams @ 770-989-2892 or yara.williams@scouting.org if you have additional questions
Join us for a virtual Applicant Info Session on Wednesday, November 4, 2027 at 7:00PM.
Join us via Zoom: https://bit.ly/4cXfUGz
2027 HIGH ADVENTURE TREK OVERALL SCHEDULE
| What? | When? | Where/Details |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Advisor & Youth Participant Applications Open | Open Now! | Click HERE to apply online! |
| Adult Advisor Applications Close | September 23, 2026 | |
| Adult Advisor Interviews | October 1, 2026 |
Atlanta Area Council |
| Youth Participant Info Sessions | November 4, 2026 7:00-8:00PM |
Learn about our program and application process! |
| Adult Advisor Orientation / Nav-O Competition | December 5-6, 2026 |
Required for all Adult Advisors! |
| Youth Participant Applications Close | December 31, 2026 | |
| Youth Participant Interviews | January 23, 2027 | Atlanta Area Council 1800 Circle 75 Pkwy SE, Atlanta, Georgia 30339 |
| Participant/Family Orientation | February 7, 2027 | Atlanta Area Council 1800 Circle 75 Pkwy SE, Atlanta, Georgia 30339 |
| Philmont & Sea Base Crew Prep Activities | February-June 2027 | See detailed crew prep activity schedule by trek below. |
| Sea Base Trek | June 6-11, 2027 | Keys Adventure Islamorada Trek! |
| Philmont Trek | June 24-July 3, 2027 | 9-Day Trek! Trek itinerary to be selected/announced in early 2027. |
| Return Celebration for Crews & Families | July 22, 2027 | Atlanta Area Council 1800 Circle 75 Pkwy SE, Atlanta, Georgia 30339 |
2027 SEA BASE PREP ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
| What? | When? | Where/Details |
|---|---|---|
|
PREP ACTIVITY #1 |
Feb 27, 2027 8AM-5PM |
Swim Checks. Location to be determined. |
| PREP ACTIVITY #2 | March 6, 2027 11AM-12PM |
Swim Test. Location to be determined. |
| PREP ACTIVITY #3 | Mar 20, 2027 7PM, 5PM |
Pool time. Location to be determined. |
| PREP ACTIVITY #4 | Apr 17, 2027 8AM-5PM |
Bert Adams Scout Camp (Paddle Boarding) 218 Scout Rd, Covington, GA 30016 |
| PREP ACTIVITY #5 | Apr 24-25, 2027 7PM, 5PM |
Allatoona Aquatics Base Camp(Overnighter) 200 Lovingood Dr, Woodstock, GA 30189 |
| PREP ACTIVITY #6 | May 1, 2027 8AM-5PM |
Pool Snorkeling. Location to be determined. |
2027 PHILMONT PREP ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
| What? | When? | Where/Details |
|---|---|---|
| PREP ACTIVITY #1 | Feb 21, 2027 12-5PM |
Sweetwater Creek State Park |
| PREP ACTIVITY #2 | Mar 7, 2027 12-5PM |
Stone Mountain Park |
| PREP ACTIVITY #3 | Mar 7, 2027 12-5PM |
Woodruff Scout Camp (Overnight #1) |
| PREP ACTIVITY #4 | Apr 17, 2027 12-5PM |
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park |
| PREP ACTIVITY #5 | Apr 23-25, 2027 7PM, 10AM |
Chickamauga National Military Park(Overnight #2 |
| PREP ACTIVITY #6 | May 16, 2027 12-5PM |
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park |
| PREP ACTIVITY #7 | June 5, 2027 12-4PM |
Atlanta Area Council(Final Gear Shakedown) |
Scoutreach Provides the Experience of High Adventure Scouting
Each year Scoutreach sponsors crews to Scouting America National High Adventure Scout Camps. Watch the videos below to see how Scoutreach can help your Scouts experience the adventure of a lifetime!
The Importance of Scoutreach
A Scoutmaster shares the impact Scoutreach has on the Scouting youth, providing opportunities many would not have the means to experience.
Philmont Scout Ranch High Adventure Base
Scouts and leaders discuss the experience of Philmont Scout Ranch’s unforgettable backcountry backpacking experience, the value of working together as a team, and the challenges they overcame as a crew.
Friendships Forged at Philmont Scout Ranch
A Scout describes the unique camaraderie and friendships built from training and backpacking with each other over nine days in New Mexico's backcountry at Philmont Scout Ranch.
Scoutreach | Paying It Forward
A mother shares how Scoutreach supported her Scout’s ambition to experience high adventure at Philmont Scout Camp.
The Impact of Scoutreach
A Scout shares how Scoutreach provided him the BSA National High Adventure Base experience at Philmont Scout Ranch.
Lessons Learned at Philmont
Scout shares experiences of Philmont from interviews on Day 1 and Day 12 of her Philmont adventure.
| File Name | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Philmont Advisor's Guidebook | This guide is for leaders and contains information on crew formation, travel, health concerns, meals, and so much more. | Download |
| Frequently Asked Questions | Download | |
| Philmont Medical Form | Due no later than Crews 1st overnight camping trip. The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) requires an Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR) for all participants, including Scouts and adults, attending events longer than 72 hours. This record, comprised of Parts A, B, and C, must be updated within 12 months of the event. It includes a medical history, a physical evaluation, immunization record, proof of insurance and consent forms. | Download |
| Sea Base Medical Form | Due no later than Crews 1st overnight camping trip. The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) requires an Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR) for all participants, including Scouts and adults, attending events longer than 72 hours. This record, comprised of Parts A, B, and C, must be updated within 12 months of the event. It includes a medical history, a physical evaluation, immunization record, proof of insurance and consent forms. | Download |