On May 11, a few adventurous scouts completed a two-day, 11-mile loop in The Angeles National Forest. This backpack qualifies Scouts for the San Gabriel Trails Award. As stories come in from the scouts who attended, we will post their accounts here! Until then, see more photos…
Hikers taking a quick break on the historic Gabrielino Trail
Last stop before Spruce Grove
First time backpacker enjoying the freedom of being self-sufficient
Setting up camp near Spruce Grove
Scouts get sign-off for lighting a camping stove in preparation for dinner
6am and the Scouts greet the morning with anticipation for the 6-mile hike ahead
Breakfast at Camp 1
Summit of Mt. Zion
All 15 of us in front of the historic Camp Sturtevant