A "scouting trip" refers to a journey undertaken to gather information or find out more about a particular place or activity before making final plans or decisions. Full definition
The next scouting trip will be even easier because it's a happy walk that ends with a calm stroll back to the security of his crate. (lowchensaustralia.com)
There would be no need to send relocation buyers on home scouting trips. (realtormag.realtor.org)
I don't think SVG negotiates the contracts or reviews salary cap spreadsheets or goes on scouting trips. (sbnation.com)