top of page
Search

Scouts Tackle the Swamp

  • Jun 23, 2019
  • 1 min read


This summer, McGee’s is excited to be the official trailhead for the Boy Scouts of America Swamp Base high adventure canoe program!


Throughout the months of June and July, hundreds of Scouts from across the country (some attending from as far away as California and Michigan) will travel to the swamp and depart from McGee’s to begin a 61.6-mile, 5 day canoe/camping trip through the Atchafalaya Basin. Operating for it’s 7th summer, during their treks through the swamp Scouts at Swamp Base will be introduced to the environment, the wildlife, the food, and the people that make South Louisiana so special.


The goal of the Swamp Base program is to challenge young, teach them leadership skills and teamwork, but ultimately to change their perceptions of what swamps are, so that they can be positively promoted and ultimately better protected for future generations to come.


If you happen to see Scouts on the water with their yellow paddles, we ask that you please practice patience and yield to them as they’re making their way through our area. Thanks!




 
 
 

14 Comments


Goodmedia Nu
Goodmedia Nu
3 days ago

I enjoyed your insights on the challenges scouts face in the swamp! Perhaps you could explore more about teamwork strategies that enhance scouting experiences. ragdoll playground What was a memorable moment for you during these adventures?

Like

Tanya Singh
Tanya Singh
May 25

Kirov State Medical University is often considered by students who want to pursue medical education abroad in a structured academic environment with international exposure.


Like

emmamartin2133219
May 23

Experiences like this really help build confidence and respect for nature. Even storytelling visuals can feel more engaging when enhanced with creative tools like челка шторка фото for a more expressive look.

Like

five
five
May 20

Horror survival games from five nights at freddy's are all about planning, observation, and making quick decisions. Players can't use guns to survive the scary nights full of unpredictable animatronic characters. Instead, they have to rely on security systems, cameras, lights, and limited power sources.

Like

Alex Carter
Alex Carter
May 07

Citation from https://wowfare.pissedconsumer.com/review.html I had the pleasure of using Wowfare Travel Agencies for my vacation planning, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! Their team was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable, guiding me through every step of the process. I felt supported and valued as a customer, and they helped me find amazing deals that I never would have discovered on my own. I highly recommend Wowfare for anyone looking to make their travel dreams a reality!

Like
ExploreLouisiana2023_White.png

Thank you for contacting us! We'll be in touch shortly. If you have any additional questions, please call 337-228-2384.

MV-logo-FULL-clean_v2 white_edited.jpg

MCGEE'S SWAMP TOURS

1337 HENDERSON LEVEE RD.

HENDERSON, LA 70517

337-228-2384

  • Facebook Icon
  • Instagram Icon
  • YouTube Icon

© 2025 by McGee's Ventures, LLC

bottom of page