Fun and Excitement, Near and Far
Waterfall on the Callsaja
River

Overhang peering into
Linville Gorge

An Autumn forest leading to
Hawk's Bill Mountain

Once a month, Troop 388 is on a new adventure, building Scouts' confidence, self-reliance, and team-work skills in unique and memborable locations.
These locations provide the backdrop on which our Scouts practice the skills they learn in our weekly meetings. Our outings also give Scouts the chance to fulfill requirements necessary to earn the Eagle Scout rank.
Outing index
Practicing valuable skills and having fun, too, Troop 388 is on-the-move!
2014
Raven RockRaven Rock Overnighter
Bear IslandBack to Bear Island for some early summer kayaking!
Fishing and Hiking at Camp CampbellOff to remote Camp Campbell for a beautiful hiking and fishing excursion.
Climbing at Camp DurantOff to our Council's camp, Camp Durant, for some climbing.
The Great Wolf Lodge WaterparkUnique adventure to Great Wolf Lodge
2013
Camp Campbell with WebelosJoin Pack 33 Webelos outing to Camp Campbell
Grayson Highlands & Mt. RogersGrayson Highlands backpacking trip
Raven RockRaven Rock Overnighter
Nantahala Outdoor CenterWhite water rafting in the beautiful North Carolina mountains.
Beach Camping at Cape LookoutTraveling to the far East of North Carolina's coast, to the beautiful and isolated Cape Lookout.
Camping at Camp CampbellHeading back to beautiful, primitive Camp Campbell just into Virginia.
Topsail Island - Leadership Training at Casa Brewer!Back to Dr. Brewer's beach-house for leader-specific training.
Skills Development and Webelos Invitational @ Camp DurantScouts will be working on a variety of Scout skills and will also demonstrate these skills to the visiting Webelos.
William B. Umstead State ParkDay hike at Umstead Park
2012
San-Lee Gun ClubCarting down to Sanford to practice rifle and shotgun skills at San-Lee Gun Club.
Falls LakeFirst time back to Falls Lake in 4 years, this time on a 5 mile hike with primitive camping, Scout skills, and fishing.
Skills Development @ Camp DurantScouts will be working on a variety of requirements ranging from Tenderfoot to First Class requirements. The point of this outing is not just to learn, but to also pass off, so scouts should bring their books.
Rafting the Ocoee and NantahalaHeading west to the beautiful NC mountains and taking a relaxing "dip" in the Ocoee and Nantahala rivers.
Summer Camp at Camp DurantBack to Summer Camp! It's going to be hot!
Exploring Pamlico Sea BaseFirst time heading to Pamlico Sea Base, near historic Washington, NC for some inland waterway fun.
Camping at Camp CampbellHeading back to beautiful, primitive Camp Campbell just into Virginia.
Topsail Island - Leadership Training at Casa Brewer!Back to Dr. Brewer's beach-house for leader-specific training.
Compass Course @ Camp DurantAlmost two years to the day, we're heading back to Camp Durant for some compass work. Bring your Webelos and Family!
CANCELLED (due to good weather!): Skiing and Snowboarding at Wintergreen ResortIt's January, and that means we're hitting the slopes for some skiing and snow-boarding! Bundle up!
2011
Aviation Merit Badge and Shooting SportsA day of flying! First we'll head to Raleigh Executive Jetport to sail high in the skies, then down to San-Lee gun club to shoot flying clays.
Wilderness Survival at Camp CampbellCrossing north of the border into Virginia to camp lake-side in primitive Camp Campbell.
Shakedown Hike at Raven RockBack to beautiful Raven Rock for a (relatively short) shakedown hike.
Nantahala Outdoor CenterBack to the class 2 and 3 Nantahala river for some cool, running white water rafting!
Medoc MountainHeading, for the first time, to lovely Medoc Mountain outside Hollister, NC.
Camp ReevesAfter a successful Troop Leadership Training weekend, we're heading back to our Council's primitive camp to hone our Scouting skills.
Topsail Island - The surf, the sand, the winter!Returning to Dr. Brewer's Cabin for our usual late Winter outing, we'll be working on leader-specific training.
Patriot's Point (USS Yorktown & S.C. Aquarium)Returning to the history-rich carrier USS Yorktown and her moored companion the submarine USS Clamagore and exploring the exquisite underwater world of the South Carolina Aquarium.
2010
Backpacking in the Virginia MountainsBackpacking in the Virginia Mountains
2010 Camporee at OSROnce again visiting Occoneechee Scout Reservation to attend the 2010 Camporee.
Bear IslandHeading to Bear Island for some late summer kayaking!
Pilot MountainOff to Pilot Mountain, that odd, bald knob jutting from the rolling hills of Forsyth County.
Topsail Island - The surf, the sand, the winter!Returning to Dr. Brewer's Cabin for our usual late Winter outing, we'll be working on leader-specific training and rank advancement.
Scout Skills @ Camp DurantIt's always fun to work on Scout skills, and no better place to do so than our own Camp Durant.
4th Annual January Skiing @ Sugar Mt.We're off to splendid Sugar Mt. for our 4th Annual Ski Trip.
2009
2009 Council Camporee at OSRAfter a wonderful time last year, we're again visiting Occoneechee Scout Reservation to attend the Occoneechee Council 2009 Camporee!
Canoeing and Lake Kayaking at Camp DurantStaying close, but hitting the water again, this time to Camp Durant for late season canoeing and lake kayaking!
Tennessee White-water RaftingTreking all the way into Tennesee for TWO rafting trips.
Umstead ParkBeing Mother's Day weekend, we're staying close to home base and working on our advancement, including a 5-mile hike.
CANCELLED: Camp ReevesCANCELLED: After a successful March outing, we're heading back to our Council's camp. But this time, we'll camp in the more primitive Camp Reeves!
Camp Durant - Improving our Scouting SkillsHeading back to home camp, Camp Durant, to work on our Scouting skills.
Topsail Island - The surf, the sand, the winter!Returning to Dr. Brewer's Cabin for our usual February outing, we'll be working on leader-specific training and rank advancement.
Skiing at Appalachian Ski MountainOur third winter ski trip, this time to Appalachian Ski Mountain outside Boone, NC.
2008
Visit to Fort BraggA day visit to Fort Bragg where we'll see the on-post museum, movie, and training simulator.
Falls LakeWe'll be heading to Falls Lake to work on basic scout skills with our brother Pack 88 Webelos.
Swansboro, NC and Croatan National ForestOcean kayaking at Swansboro, NC with camping in Croatan National Forest
Camp Durant - Climbing (with opportunity to earn Climbing merit badge)We're going back to Camp Durant, but not for Summer Camp! This time, we'll use the Camp Durant climbing tower for both open climbing as well as for any Scouts interested in earning the Climbing merit badge. If you would like to forgo climbing, canoeing, fishing, and orienteering (up to 5-mile course) will be available.
Uwharrie National Forest - AT PreparationOur first time to the Uwharrie National Forest, we'll be packing 20 miles in lush NC forest in preparation for a longer trip to the AT this summer!
Umstead Park - Day HikeTaking a shorter outing this month, but still building our strength for our upcoming Uwharrie National Forest and Appalachian Trail trips.
Umstead Park - AT Hike PreparationWe're heading to the Appalachian Trail (AT) in May, so it's time to strap on our packs and prepare!
Topsail Island - The surf, the sand, the winter!Returning to Dr. Brewer's Cabin for our usual February outing, we'll be working on Scout skills for our younger Scouts and Leadership training for our older Scouts.
Appalachian Ski MountainOur second winter ski trip, this time to Appalachian Ski Mountain outside Boone, NC.
2007
American Armoured Foundation - Tank MuseumA journey through the exciting world of tanks! With over 115 tanks, 150 machine guns, and 65 small arms, the museum is sure to please.
Hanging RockOur first trip to the tucked away jewel, Hanging Rock. Combining a little bit of the best features of Raven Rock with Pilot Mountain, this adventure may well prove to be one of our most memorable.
Occoneechee Council CamporeeThe 2007 Occoneechee Council Camporee!
Merchant's Mill PondTime for a little Carolina bog canoeing in the unique Merchant's Mill Pond State Park! Bring your trunks along for the water, but don't forget your compass! Orienteering will abound for those needing advancement.
Appalachian Trail 20-milerStrap on those packs, and let's hit the trail! Twenty miles (!) along the Appalachian Trail (AT) starting where we exited the AT last. We are continuing toward our goal to hike all of North Carolina's AT. This trip has a physical fitness requirement, so be working out!
Topsail Island - The surf, the sand, the winter!We return to Mr. Brewer's Bungalow for a different type of camping trip: a leadership workshop where we will camp, cook, and eat indoors. Youth taking the leadership training will work on leadership skill building throughout the trip.
2006
Pamplin Historical ParkA day trip to historic Pamplin Park in Petersburg, VA. Pamplin Park features The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier, Tudor Hall Plantation, the Field Fortifications Exhibit, living history demonstrations, and much more!
Pilot MountainA long weekend in North Carolina's Piedmont, where we'll run a multi-mile orienteering course, hike, and cook some fantastic meals!
Falls District CamporeeOur first district Camporee!
Raven Rock OvernighterAlmost 2 years to the day since our first Raven Rock adventure, we're back to "The R-Rock" for another backpacking filled stretch.
Fleming Cabin and FarmHeading back to Mr. Fleming's awesome cabin and farm, where we'll introduce new Scouts to the patrol method in the field, work on rank advancement, and tour Fort Branch. Upon our return to Raleigh, we'll head to a local pool to complete our summer camp swim test and pass tenderfoot water safety requirements.
U.S.S. Yorktown Outing featuring Webelos BridgingMoving outside North Carolina for the first time, Troop 388 looks toward the Maritime Museum at Patriot's Point, where we will stay on and visit within the U.S.S. Yorktown. Featured on this trip will be the Webelos bridging into our Troop in a ceremony that's not to be forgotten!
Leadership Training Workshop at Boater's LaunchWe return to Mr. Brewer's Bungalow for a different type of camping trip: a leadership workshop where we will camp, cook, and eat indoors. Youth taking the leadership training will work on leadership skill building throughout the trip.
Weekend Trip to Fleming CabinRace to build a fire using only the most primitive artifacts. Take aim down range and bust crackers, clay, and paper targets to show your rifle mastery. Build a rope bridge to cross deep ravines. Just some of the fun activities we'll find in Tarboro.
2005
An Evening with the StarsDuring the day, we'll work on First Aid merit badge requirements, then planet watch during the early evening at Jordan Lake.
Boater's Launch at Topsail IslandOur first adventure to an ocean venue and our first joint Webelos and Troop venture, Boater's Launch at Topsail Island promises to offer new opportunities and new excitement!
Pilot MountainA weekend trip to one of North Carolina's beautiful mountains, where we'll spend Saturday hiking and exploring.
Falls Lake WeekenderTo ease back into the swing, we're planning a cooking and first-aid intensive trip to nearby Falls Lake, Rolling View campground.
Falls Lake WeekenderWith Summer Camp just around the corner, we've brought our adventures closer to home this month with a weekend trip to Falls Lake.
Appalachian Trail 10-milerStrap on those packs, and let's hit the trail! Ten miles along the Appalachian Trail (AT) starting in the extreme Southwest of North Carolina (at the Georgia/North Carolina border), this will be the first of a series of our outings along the AT. Our goal in the series is to hike all the AT in NC.
Merchant's Mill Canoeing WeekenderFull weekend trip to the Merchant's Millpond, where we will canoe into our campsite, learn necessary first aid skills, prepare delicious camp meals, and have a great time!
Afternoon swim at Optimist PoolAfternoon trip to Optimist Pool where we'll work on Second Class requirements.
Overnight Trip to Fleming CabinOvernight trip to Fleming Cabin, where we'll practice knots, run orienteering relay races, and cook delicious camp meals!
2004
Rock Wall ClimbA sterling Sunday afternoon climbing a local rock wall with our brother Cub Scout pack.
Cliffs of the Neuse "Car Camping" OvernighterOvernight trip to Cliffs of Neuse, where we'll practice preparing Patrol meals, fire lays, and orienteering.
Morrow Mountain "Stop & Drop" WeekenderWeekend trip to Morrow Mountain, at which we'll focus on preparing delicious mouth-watering camp meals, hiking and orienteering along scenic trails, and improving our knot skills.
Raven Rock OvernighterIn this action-packed overnighter, we'll hike into our reserved campsite at Raven Rock State Park, set base camp, then hike to and explore Raven Rock itself.
Umstead Day HikeFor our two new Scouts and our Troop's first outing, a 2-mile trek through Umstead Park was excitement from start to finish!