Geronimo DIY
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and learn valuable life skills? Geronimo DIY is the vocational-tech program where Scouts dive into hands-on activities led by our expert staff and camp rangers. Earn merit badges like Automotive Maintenance, Home Repair, Plumbing, Welding, and more while making lasting improvements to the camp. Build your future, one project at a time—join us now!
Who should attend?
Any registered Scout who is at least 14 years old by the start of camp. This program is a great opportunity for older youth who are looking for something new but still want to spend their week at camp with their unit.
How do I prepare?
We have several resources available to help you prepare for your week at camp!
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FAQs
All participants will have the opportunity to earn their Automotive Maintenance, Home Repair, Plumbing, and Welding merit badges. Some sessions will also have the opportunity to work on requirements from the Electricity, Painting, and Woodwork merit badges.
Geronimo DIY participants eat and camp with their units. The program itself takes place during merit badge and open program time.
In addition to the regular packing lists, Geronimo DIY participants should make sure to bring some long pants, long sleeve shirts, and a pair of boots.
Every participant will be given a pair of maintenance coveralls that they get to keep even after their week at camp.
Have questions? We're here to help!
Contact gcc.program@grandcanyonbsa.org to get in touch.