Hike Leaders

Before the hike

• • Complete Youth Protection Training. Send your certificate to Debbie Shuman.

  • Send an email to the pack with hike details 2 weeks prior. (We will provide you with the email template)

  • Resend the email 2 days prior.

  • Gather RSVPs.

  • Check parks website for trail closures, extreme weather conditions, and flood or fire warnings.

Day Of Hike

• • Check parks website for trail closures, extreme weather conditions, and flood or fire warnings.

  • Arrive a little early to greet and organize hikers.

  • Take attendance, both for safety and awards. Download PDF. You should probably print at least 2.

  • Set up a buddy system.

  • Review Leave No Trace. *

  • Assign someone to bring up the rear. Make sure no one falls behind and encourage the stragglers.

After the hike

• • Create Hike Loops for all Scouts and siblings. Some parents may want them as well.

  • Present the loops at the next Pack Meeting.

• Complete any tasks that the Hike Leader is unable to. This is primarily if the hike leader is unable to attend the hike for any reason.