Summer Camp

Steps for Summer Camp

Leader Guide: Read Leader Guide, click here to view the PDF – document_15384458600_2390.pdf

Programs: Get familiar with the different programs we offer, click here to see the list

Merit Badge Schedule: If one of your Scouts is going to be in the Merit Badge program, then click here for the merit badge schedule

Register: If you are ready to register, click here to pick a session, then click on the Register button, select the number of participants in the desired program (Merit Badges, Brownsea Island, SR Vo-Tech Program 14+, Youth – High Adventure 14+, etc) then $200 click Campsite Reservation

Documents: If you need documents, forms, or maps, click here to see the list

FAQs: If you have a question, it might already be answered in our list of frequently asked questions, click here to see the FAQs

Select a Program

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Merit Badge

For: All Scouts

This program is the main Scout Camp experience for any Scout who needs a merit badge. Scouts can select several merit badges to earn while at camp. A typical schedule puts them in merit badge classes that require attendance every day of the week, some classes take up two hours instead of one.

Costs —

Youth Plan A: $350 with meals provided
Youth Plan B: $250 with no meals provided
Adult Plan A: $125 with meals provided
Adult Plan B: $50 with no meals provided

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Brownsea Island

For: Younger Scouts

Typically, 10 and 11 years olds, or those who are still early on their trail to First Class. This program is designed to provide a positive first Scouting experience, help youth learn the basic skills of scouting, and pass off several rank advancement requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class.

Costs —

Youth Plan A: $350 with meals provided
Youth Plan B: $250 with no meals provided
Adult Plan A: $125 with meals provided
Adult Plan B: $50 with no meals provided

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High Adventure 14+

For: Older Scouts

An a la carte program designed for scouts 14 and older that requires scouting skills, physical fitness, and a spirit of adventure.

Cost —

Youth: $500

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SR Vo-Tech Program 14+

For: Older Scouts

Scouts will work side by side with industry professionals to experience and learn about industrial trades such as welding, automotive mechanics, plumbing, electricity, and general carpentry/maintenance.

Costs —

Youth Plan A: $350 with meals provided
Youth Plan B: $250 with no meals provided
Adult Plan A: $125 with meals provided
Adult Plan B: $50 with no meals provided

Price Information

Select Merit Badge Classes

Download / Print: 2019 Merit Badge Schedule (PDF)

Select a Session

Session 1

STARTS: May 31
ENDS: June 6

344 spots left

Session 2

STARTS: June 7
ENDS: June 13

116 spots left

Session 3

STARTS: June 14
ENDS: June 20

307 spots left

Session 4

STARTS: June 21
ENDS: June 27

189 spots left

Session 5

STARTS: June 28
ENDS: July 4

297 spots left

Session 6

STARTS: July 5
ENDS: June 11

320 spots left

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2599 W. Webber Creek Rd., Payson, AZ 85541
Ranger: 928-474-4688

Staff

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Sean McComb

Camp Director

Shea Delano

Assistant Camp Director

Steve Munoz

Assistant Camp Director

Alan Chambers

Assistant Camp Director

Stephen Smith

Assistant Camp Director

Ranger Larry

Camp Ranger

Frequently Asked Questions

Will you have swim check on Saturday?

No, Camp is technically closed Saturday at 10am to Sunday at 10am, Swimchecks will begin at 1pm on Sunday. Commissioners will assign times to those that arrive Saturday.

Can you elaborate on Saturday arrivals ? Will there be meals served or is that's kitchen staff night off ?

First Meal for Camp Participants will be Sunday Dinner. If you arrive on Saturday you are on your own for meals until then. Camp Staff are off until Sunday Afternoon. Commissioners are available on a limited basis on Saturday.

If you come on Saturday does the meals served count as the Big G requirement for one meal outside of dining hall

No, intent of requirement is to try and get troop out on a trail during camp. SPL can discuss with the commissioner if you have a well planned week it may count.

Do we need to leave camp Sunday and re-enter if we arrive on Sat?

No commissioners will connect on Saturday and assign Swim Check time, leader should checkin at Dining hall at 1pm Sunday.

We do need paperwork emailed to Council for Saturday arrivals?

Yes we need to know who is arriving Saturday, so we know to expect you

For Saturday arrivals will there be someone at the gate to let us in

Commissioners may be at the gate or may come around to your campsite in the early evening.

Will there be daily formal inspections by Camp Staff?

Yes, there will be daily camp site inspections

Is Tueday night dinner at the dining hall

Yes

Do the 1st shift meal groups need to line up at the parade ground before going to the dining hall since there is no flag ceremony

No, line up at the appropriate door.

Will there be a way for Plan B troops to get info. In prev yrs, sometimes the info has been spotty bc Plan B troops aren't in dining hall

An adult leader should pick up at dinning hall the daily flyer.

Will sessions 5-7 have only one breakfast and one dinner session, same as the one lunch?

This is dependent on the number of participants and if we hold this many sessions. We may not know until a few days before camp. Sorry for the inconvenience of your troop weekly planning.

Is there going to be OA honor trail - it is not listed for Wednesday night

Yes, but is shifted to Friday after the closing campfire.

Are hammocks allowed with appropriate tree friendly straps?

Yes

Will there still be a Troop 1?

Yes

I see 'Art, PulpPaper' on afternoon schedule, that used to be 1 hr classes .. are those badges going to keep them occupied for that time slot all week ?

Yes

Hiking out of camp requires a permit. Will HQ be open Sunday?

HQ is not open, but Commissioners will have a permit if you need one, please checkout with Commissioner or Key 3 member of Staff.

Will we have internet this year?

Yes, Internet access for adults can be purchased at trading post.