Embark on the Horseback Ride of a Lifetime

Saddle up for an unforgettable ten-day journey across 165 miles of breathtaking wilderness! Join fellow Scouts as you ride through the majestic Mt. Hood Wilderness, learning the art of horse-packing, wilderness survival, and soaking in cowboy tales from Head Wrangler Daniel Lawson and his team of experienced wranglers. Each day brings new adventures, from trail riding to chuck wagon-style meals, with nights spent under the stars (or your tent) as crickets serenade and bullfrogs croak. This is more than a ride, it's an epic Scouting adventure!

Registration

• This is an individual youth activity.
• Open to registered youth ages 13 to 20 in Scouts BSA, Venturing, Exploring, or Sea Scouts.
• Participants are selected through a lottery system. 
• Lottery opens high noon November 1st at 12:00 PM and closes on November 30th at midnight.

Participation Requirements

• Must be at least 13 years old by June 1st.
• Must be a registered member of Scouting America by June 1st. 
• Have a current yearly physical and Scouting America Medical form (Parts ABC) signed by a physician.
• Prior experience with horses (plus having earned the Horsemanship Merit Badge) is highly recommended but is not required.

Payment

• Cost $859
• No payments are required to enter lottery.
• If selected, a non-refundable $200 deposit is due to hold your spot.
• Final remaining balance due May 1st.
• Cancelations before two weeks before your trek will receive a refund minus the $200 non-refundable deposit. No refunds will be given within two weeks of your trek.

Two Treks to Pick From

• Eastbound June 19th - June 27th 2027
  • from Butte Creek Scout Ranch (Scotts Mills, OR) to Camp Baldwin (Dufur, OR)
• Westbound August 21st - August 29th 2027
  • from Camp Baldwin (Dufur, OR) to Butte Creek Scout Ranch (Scotts Mills, OR)