Scouts are highly encouraged to attend Summer Camp, but they are not required to do so.
Summer Camp is an excellent opportunity for Scouts to have fun, make new friends, and learn new skills. The Troop attends a week-long summer camp (typically the last week of June) at Scout camps throughout area. The specific Scout camp we attend is selected by the Scouts during the Annual Planning Conference.
Attending Summer Camp is a valuable experience for several reasons:
- It provides Scouts with the opportunity to spend time in the outdoors and learn new skills such as camping, hiking, and fishing, which enable them to be more self-sufficient in the wilderness.
- It is an excellent way to make new friends and build strong relationships. Scouts from different troops come together to form new groups and participate in various activities, such as swimming, archery, and campfires. These activities encourage teamwork, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging.
- It provides Scouts with the opportunity to earn merit badges, which recognize their achievements and skills. Scouts can also work towards other awards such as the National Outdoor Award or the Mile Swim award.
- Scouts can complete rank requirements that are more difficult to complete during meetings due to the availability of locations or equipment. Adult leaders are also more accessible to Scouts because they’re spending time at camp too.
- It is a fun and memorable experience that creates lifelong memories. Many Scouts look back on their summer camp experiences with fondness, recalling the new friends they made, the skills they learned, and the adventures they had.
Summer Camp registration typically begins in the late winter / early spring with an invitation from TroopTrack. Additional instructions on how to sign up will be included in that message.
