Joey Cooper is a small but eager boy who wants nothing more than to be a member of the "Wilderness Club". Joey has already tried, and failed, several times, he is ready to try again. Despite being persuaded not to humiliate himself by his best friend Timmy, he tries again and fails. Upon returning home, he is surprised to find that his mother has spent her hard earned money on new camping equipment for his trip. Not having the heart to tell her he didn't make it, Joey goes off to follow the group on their adventure. Joey finds himself in the midst of two bad guys who have kidnapped the group including his heart throb Sarah Mann. In the end Joey saves them all and becomes One Small Hero.