Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 2025 7:00 AM 

Cost: Free Registration

20 Mile Hike:
Join us on our 20-mile hike to help you complete the Hiking Merit Badge. This is a strenuous 20 mile hike of the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail in the Angeles National Forest.

This is an out-and-back hike where we hike 10 miles into the wilderness along the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail. There are 56 stream crossings to wade. We have found that what works best is to wear trail runners or sturdy athletic shoes and simply wade across the streams and hike with wet feet. Leave a pair of dry pair of shoes in the car for the ride home. Recommended socks are merino wool socks (best), or synthetic athletic socks (no cotton). We will finish the hike in full darkness, about 1.5 hours after sunset.

We will hike at a relaxed pace with plenty of rest stops. Scouts will call or text parents mid-afternoon with the exact time to be picked up. Parents are also welcome to join us on the hike. 

• Registration closes on November 29th.
• We will meet at 7:00 am.
• We will have a brief coordination meeting on Zoom two days before the hike (Thursday at 7:30 PM)

Bring the Following:

• Be prepared for rain and nightfall: bring a flashlight and raingear (at least a disposable poncho)
• Bring plenty of trail snacks that are high-carb
• Bring lunch and water (2 liters of water)
• Bring small first aid kit
• Wear hiking attire: quick-dry clothes are preferable, no blue jeans.
• Sun protection: hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
• Warmth item: may get breezy or chilly
• Map and compass: Map will be provided, bring a compass if you have one.
• Cell coverage: expect to lose cell phone coverage during most of the hike
• Hiking Merit Badge book or worksheet
• Signed blue card
• Comfortable shoes like running shoes or hiking boots
• Lightweight Jacket
• Day pack
• If rain is forecast, bring a poncho or raincoat

Event Contact: Sheila Stewart, Event Coordinator at sheandjc@yahoo.com