Adventurers are 14 to 17 years old. The Adventurers select officers who help oversee the their program under guidance of Troop Leadership.
Adventurers Trailmen have six required trail badges targeted at the needs and abilities of older boys. Focus moves more toward servant leadership, teamwork, faith-building activities, and experiences in the community.
ADVANCEMENT
The Adventurer program starts with earning the Journey Rank, then each trailman progresses through subsequent ranks (Ascent & Horizon) by earning required and elective badges, participating in troop activities and community service, and organizing service projects.
The ultimate award for Adventurers is the FREEDOM AWARD.
REQUIRED BADGES
All 9 Navigator Trail Badges PLUS:
> Citizenship
> Emergency Preparedness
> Family Man
> Fitness (Choose One: Basic Fitness, Swimming, Hiking, Cycling)
> Outdoor Life
> Personal Resources
SERVICE STARS (GOLD)
Adventurer Trailmen must earn one service star (gold) for each year since joining as an Adventurer for their Horizon Award. Each service star requires 20 hours of service. Service stars are earned for completing the required hours for Rank/Award or additional hours after the required number for Rank/Award. Service Stars are affixed to the Trailman’s Troop Standard.