The Northeast Iowa Council has an active High Adventure Committee that helps Scouts and troops participate in trips of a lifetime through Scouting High Adventure opportunities.
The NEIC High Adventure Committee is available to make presentations to your unit. We need to know your preferred meeting date and time, the length of time you have for us at the meeting and the subject(s) you would like us to cover. To schedule a presentation with the NEIC High Adventure Committee email NEICHighAdventure@Scouting.org or Tim Park at timpark@timpark.us
The High Adventure Committee is dedicated to promoting high-adventure programs in all NEIC units. The High Adventure Committee is responsible for:
- Providing information and assistance to NEIC youth and adults on High Adventure program opportunities with vacancies and recent news, including training opportunities
- Conducting planning, logistics and training for expeditions to National High Adventure bases and the National Jamboree with contingent crews from our Council. (A contingent crew is made up of Scouts from various units.)
The Northeast Iowa Council has had Scouts and adults attend each of the National High Adventure bases and we can share information, tips, tricks and always good stories about them.
If you have a group of between 7 and 12 Scouts and adults interested in attending one or more of the bases, let us know and we will work with you to coordinate a trip. Please note that standard reservations are made two years prior to desired attendance.
Upcoming Trips
Philmont Summer 2027
- Are you tired of hearing stories from OTHERS about their trips to Philmont?
- Would you like to take one shower in 11 days and not be criticized for it?
- Do you want to have the experience of a lifetime?
- Would you like to accomplish new and challenging feats like you’ve never even seen before?
What is Philmont Scout Ranch?
Philmont Scout Ranch is Scouting’s premier high-adventure experience. Located in the rugged Sangre de Cristo Mountains of northern New Mexico near Cimarron, Philmont spans more than 140,000 acres of pristine wilderness, featuring towering peaks, sweeping meadow, deep canyons, and miles of unspoiled backcountry trails. Each summer, thousands of Scouts and leaders from across the country travel to Philmont to challenge themselves physically, mentally, and personally in one of the most unforgettable adventures Scouting has to offer.
At its core, a Philmont trek is an extended backpacking expedition, typically lasting 7-12 days, where crews hike through the backcountry carrying everything they need on their backs. Along the way, participants stay in backcountry camps, cook their own meals, and take part in immersive programs that include rock climbing, shooting sports, conservation work, mountain hiking, frontier-era skills, and living history experiences inspired by the American West. Philmont is known not just for its scenery, but for pushing participants to grow in leadership, teamwork, resilience, and confidence.
Philmont is more than just a destination – it is a milestone. Many Scouts consider it the highlight of their Scouting journey and a defining life experience. Crews learn to rely on one another, overcome obstacles together, and step outside their comfort zones in ways that build character and lifelong memories. Wheter attending with your troop or as part of a council contingent, Philmont offers teh opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself – an adventure that will be talked about long after the trail dust has settled.
Join the next NEIC Contingent Trip at Philmont Scout Ranch, taking place Summer 2027!
Sign up with the link below!
National Jamboree 2026
The Jamboree is more than just a destination—it’s the adventure of a lifetime, unlike anything else in the world.
So, what exactly is a Jamboree? It’s not just a camp. The National Jamboree offers 360 degrees of excitement, friendship, and hands-on adventure, taking you to new places and pushing you to try things you never imagined possible.
It marks the start of your own heroic journey, challenging you to go further than you ever thought you could. You’ll dig deeper, aim higher, and become the best version of yourself.
Join the next National Jamboree at Summit Bechtel Reserve, taking place from July 22-31, 2026.
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More information:
What is the National Jamboree?
The Scouting America National Jamboree is a big gathering of thousands of Scouting America members. The National Council of the Scouts of America organizes it. Scouts from all over the world and U.S. have the opportunity to attend. This is one of the several unique experiences that only Scouting America offers.
Where is the National Jamboree held?
The National Jamboree is held in the wilds of West Virginia at the Summit. The Summit is a training, Scouting, and adventure center for all the youth and adults involved with Scouting America and anyone who loves the outdoors. It is also
The Summit Bechtel Reserve is also home to the National Scout Jamboree and the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base which complements the three existing bases: Philmont Scout Ranch, Northern Tier and Florida Sea Base. For more info about the Summit, visit summitbsa.org
Jamboree Patch Order
Download the slides below for more information about the Jamboree!
https://scoutsiowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Jamboree-presentation-slides-without-notes.pdf
Philmont Scout Ranch
Backpacking or horseback adventures for 7, 9 , or 12 days in the Sangre de Cristo mountains of New Mexico.
Northern Tier
A boundary waters adventure in Minnesota, either canoeing in the summer or the OKPIK winter adventure.
Summit Bechtel Reserve
Mountain biking, rafting, ATV, ziplines and more in West Virginia.
Sea Base
Sailing, snorkeling, fishing and/or scuba diving adventure in the Florida Keys, Bahamas or Virgin Islands.
