Not every Scout has the opportunity to visit Northern Tier with their troop or crew. That is why we offer our individual programs to give scouts those opportunities.
Individual Scouts can attend a Northern Tier High Adventure Trek by registering for:
- a specific individual program (see details below)
- connect with other crews as a provisional scout
The programs are designed to bring individuals from throughout Scouting America together for a great Northern Tier experience. Northern Tier will provide the appropriate adult leadership for all crews within these programs. Scouts are responsible to find their own transportation to and from Northern Tier. A shuttle from the Minneapolis Airport is available at an extra fee.
Provisional Scout Connections
If you are a crew looking for individuals to join you or you are an individual looking to join an existing crew, the link below will take you to a “bulletin board” where you can browse posts made by others. If none of those posts meet your needs, you can create your own post for others to see.
2027 Lone Voyage
Canoe Trips for Individuals
The Lone Voyage program allows Scouts who are unable to attend Northern Tier with a traditional Scout Unit, experience a wilderness canoe trip. This program is a 7-night experience in canoe country. All Scouts must be at least 14 years of age at the time of the trip or have completed 8th grade and 13 years old. Scouts are responsible for finding their own transportation to and from Northern Tier.
NEW in 2027:
- Explore Quetico Provincial Park! One Lone Voyage Crew will have the opportunity to explore this iconic Canadian wilderness park! Only 7 spots are available, so secure your spot soon. (Note: Passports are required, and additional forms and permit fees will be required after registration has been completed.)
- Open to Adults: Summer Lone Voyage crews are open for youth AND adults to attend! This is a perfect opportunity for a parent and child combinations to enjoy a wilderness experience together
Fee: $850
A 50% deposit is due upon registration; the remaining balance is due 30 days prior to arrival.
Leadership: Northern Tier will provide leadership for each crew that meets or exceeds Scouting America leadership requirements.
Session 1 | June 9-15: COED | $850 | |
Session 2 | July 24-30: COED Canadian Expedition | $850 |
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Session 3 | August 4-10: MALE | $850 |
Open to both Youth and Adult Participants
A round-trip shuttle from Minneapolis airport is available for an additional $325 per person.
2027 Order of the Arrow
Wilderness Voyage and Canadian Odyssey
Along with your one week trek completely designed by you, each Arrowman will be afforded the opportunity to leave their mark in history by helping maintain the portage trails and campsites in the wilderness areas . Aside from providing a good deed to each of these high adventure bases, every participant will have the opportunity to work closely with other Arrowmen from across the country, who have a similar interest in the future of both the program and the adventure base.
You may be thinking that this is a daunting task, but it is an experience unlike any other afforded to you in Scouting, in that it takes you out of your world and places you with people who want to do something different
Fee: $525
Leadership: Northern Tier will provide leadership for each crew that meets or exceeds Scouting America leadership requirements.
Full information on the OA programs can be found on the Order of the Arrow website
A round-trip shuttle from Minneapolis airport is available for an additional $325 per person.
2027 Forest Corps
Explore, Understand, Advocate
The first week of Forest Corps is dedicated to giving back to the land through portage trail restoration. Participants camp in the wilderness and spend their days repairing trails so that other visitors can enjoy the Boundary Waters for years to come. Through this conservation project, participants gain hands-on experience in wildland stewardship and build lifelong bonds with crewmates.
The second week of Forest Corps is an individualized canoe trek designed around exploring the natural beauty of this environment, while completing the requirements of the Leave No Trace Trainer course. As a group, the participants and instructors prepare an itinerary based on the goals and experiences of each crew member, leaving time each day to better understand the areas travelled.
Fee: $595
A 50% deposit is due upon registration, the remaining balance is due 30 days prior to arrival.
Leadership: Northern Tier will provide leadership for each crew that meets or exceeds Scouting America leadership requirements.
Age requirement: 14-20
Dates: July 10-23: COED
A shuttle from Minneapolis airport is available for an additional $325 per person.
2027 Grand Portage
Grand Portage trips offer a unique high adventure experience for Scouts that is much more than just a canoe trip! This 10 day experience travels a historic route that ultimately helped determine the international boundary between the US and Canada. Highlights of the journey include visiting Grand Portage National Park; seeing High Falls, the tallest waterfall in Minnesota; large cliffs and scenic vistas; travelling famous portages such as Fowl Portage, Grand Portage; and much more!
This is a strenuous experience but is one of the most ultimate canoeing treks offered at Northern Tier. Travel over 115 miles and finish the trip with an 8-mile portage. Must be physically fit and ready to endure this challenging but rewarding wilderness experience.
Fee: $895
A 50% deposit is due upon registration; the remaining balance is due 30 days prior to arrival.
Leadership: Northern Tier will provide leadership for each crew that meets or exceeds Scouting America leadership requirements.
Age requirement: 16-20
- Session 1: June 9-18 COED
- Session 2: August 2-11: COED
A shuttle from Minneapolis airport is available for an additional $325 per person.
2027 Adult Autumn Lone Voyage
Our Autumn Adult Lone Voyager is for those who want to join in fellowship with other Scouters on a fall canoe trip into the Boundary Waters. This week-long trip will venture into canoe country during the best time of the year. Cooler nights, fewer bugs, and great fishing are hallmarks of September in Minnesota. Whether you have been to Northern Tier before and are looking for a way to get back, or a Scout leader looking to learn more, this excellent experience will be the highlight of your year. We hope you will come and join us for an Autumn adventure!
Fee: $595
A 50% deposit is due upon registration; the remaining balance is due 30 days prior to arrival.
Leadership: Northern Tier will provide leadership for each crew that meets or exceeds Scouting America leadership requirements.
Age requirement: 16-20
September 12th – 18th
A shuttle from Minneapolis airport is available for an additional $325 per person.
