The Woodlands Trail consists of 5 to 10 year-old youth, split into the Foxes (ages 5-6), Hawks (ages 7-8),

and Mountain Lions (ages 9-10).
In the Woodlands Trail, lessons cover a wide variety of subjects and general skills to prepare them for life in the troop

and on the trail.

The Navigator program spans ages 11 to 13 and dives into the more specific details of the various skills necessary for campouts. Youth develop skills such as woodcutting, aquatic proficiency, and cooking. They begin to take more responsibility for their advancement, and begin learning how to plan events.

The Adventurer program spans ages 14 to 17 and focuses on preparing young men to be effective adults and ministers for Christ. Youth work toward proficiency in areas like economics, Biblical knowledge, physical health and exercise, and the rights and duties expected of a U.S. citizen.
They are expected to handle the majority of the responsibility in planning and running camping events, and putting in service hours toward the troop, the troop's chartering organization, and their neighborhoods.

The Freedom Award represents the pinnacle of a young man's Trail Life journey, highlighting the hours of work and study he has put in to progressing through the program. Earning this award means that he has exhibited mastery of a wide range of skills, served as an effective leader for the other Trailmen, completed a study which increased his understanding of Scripture and strengthened his connection with God, and learned what it means to be a servant leader.