Tory MSP Liz Smith proposed the legislation, which passed a vote at stage three on Tuesday at Holyrood with a vote of 120 for and no votes against with one abstention.
She believes the legislation will be “transformational” for the development of young people.
Ms Smith said: “I am absolutely delighted that the Bill has passed and that all young Scots will now have access to a week of residential outdoor education at school.
“I’ve always believed that this legislation would be transformational for our young people, which is why I invested so much time and effort to get it on the statute book.
“I’m extremely grateful to MSPs from across the political divide who listened to the overwhelming evidence of the benefits offered to pupils by these programmes.
This is fantastic news and a stepping stone towards Westminster ratifying a Nature Premium for outdoor residential opportunities south of the border.
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