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SUMMER CAMP
GUIDE
Learn about CAMP PROPERTIES | CAMP PROGRAMS
PACKING LIST | FOOD AND DINING
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WHY SUMMER CAMP;
A SCOUT PARENT’S GUIDE
A parents guide to the “Why” of camp beyond the FUN!
*Based on a survey at 92 randomly selected camps and more than
5,000 families from around the country participated.
Summer Camp Covid-19 Policies
What parents say
guide to an
What kids say
Camp Nutrition
Our menus provide nutritionally
Camp helped me make My child gained self-
extraordinary
balanced meals with regional
new friends. (96%) confidence at camp. (70%)
and traditional favorites that will
Camp helped me to get My child continues to have your scout applauding! All
to know kids who are participate in some of the meals are designed for proper
different from me. (93%) new activities he or she
summer
nutrition requirements by Jara
The people at camp helped learned at camp. (63%)
Bauer, Kandle Dining’s Director
me feel good about My child remains in of Nutritional Services. She is
myself. (92%) contact with friends made a Licensed Registered Dietitian
At camp, I did things I was at camp. (69%) and a Certified Diabetes Educator. Jara and her staff
At summer camp, Scouts have fun youth-led afraid to do at first. (74%) are available to talk with parents to determine an
adventures discovering new things and
individualized meal plan.
experiences they won’t get anywhere else. Camp
is the perfect place for kids to be kids, immersed If you have any food allergies, be sure to fill out a
in nature while developing leadership and critical Former campers report they learned an appreciation for “living in the moment”
food allergy form during the registration process.
during their time at camp.
thinking skills.
Summer camps, even day camps, are in a separate time and place than a
camper’s home environment, as an opportunity for learning during activities
and reflection time.
Nature-based summer camps are great opportunities to celebrate ways kids
connect to the outdoors and help them identify with the importance of nature
and the value of preserving the environment.
Summer camp experiences foster social-emotional learning that connect
campers with skills to thrive in college, career, and in adulthood.
Summer camp build skills necessary to prepare youth to assume roles as
successful adults. Parents and campers, report growth in self-confidence,
Make It Your Best Summer Ever. independence, making friends, exploring and learning new activities. Indeed,
Summer camp is the best of part of Scouting VIEW CAMPS summer camp provides growth experiences for youth that can benefit them
through adulthood.
and kids will find dozens of activities to suit their
interests at one of the Greater St. Louis Area *A note about the survey: A generous grant to the American Camp Association from
Council camps. We’ve taken extra safety precautions and setup Lilly Endowment Inc. helped support the largest research study of camper outcomes
all new procedures to help keep Scouts safe all ever conducted in the United States. A respected, independent research firm, Philliber
summer long. Research Associates, collected longitudinal data at 92 randomly selected camps. More
Cub Scouts can spend a day or up to five nights
than 5,000 families from around the country participated.
at summer camp. Scouts BSA and Venturers have
six unique camps to choose from as well as several
specialty camps that offer even more unique
programming. Save $10-20
on summer camp if registered by May 5!
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Here’s what you’ll need for day
and evening camps:
Completed health forms (parts A and B)
Closed-toed shoes
Water bottle
Lunch/snack (unless at Grizzly Camp)
Swimming gear
DAY/TWILIGHT CAMP PARENTS GUIDE
CUB SCOUT Why Cub Scout
Summer Camp?
ARCHERY · SCIENCE
DAY & EVENING » Your Scout will make new friends.
» Help kids get to know otherswho are
PROJECTS · GAMES · BB
GUNS · CRAFTS · HIKING
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different from themselves.
» Help your Scout gain self-confidence.
» Give kids a safe environment to
FISHING · SLINGSHOTS
SUMMER 2021 master things they were scared to
do at first.
» Introduce your Scout to new activities
For girls and boys, Scouts and non-Scouts, ages 7-11 (or 6
years old and entering 1st grade- must be accompanied by
an adult partner)
and interests that continue after
camp.
SAFETY FIRST!
Read our COVID-19
Summer camp is why kids sign up for Scouts! Day and evening Precautions and Protocols
QUESTIONS! WE HAVE ANSWERS!
camps are a great place to have fun, build memories, learn new skills/
hobbies in a safe, educational environment. There are dozens of local
opportunities to choose from. Specific activities vary from camp to
camp, but all include healthy, fun outdoor activities and STEM.
Join us this summer for an incredible camping experience with safe
COVID prevention and health and safety standards and spots will be 30
limited to comply with safety measures.
CONVENIENT
LOCATIONS!
If you have questions regarding Cub Scout Summer Camps,
please contact camping@stlbsa.org.
For more informaiton, view the Frequently Asked Questions. Save $10-20
on summer camp if registered by May 5!
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CUB SCOUT HOW TO BE A HAPPY ADULT CAMPER Sample Food Menu
BREAKFAST: Pancakes, cereal, eggs, sausage BE PREPARED FOR
OVERNIGHT
links, fruit, french toast
SUMMER CAMP
LUNCH: Sandwiches, hot dogs, pizza, or chicken
strips served with various sides such as mac n’
CAMPS REGISTER
cheese, fruit salad, veggie sticks, plus a dessert
option, too– yum!
DINNER: BBQ chicken, hamburgers, or pasta
SUMMER 2021 served with sides such as salad, green beans,
potatoes, rolls, and as always– dessert!
For girls and boys, Scouts and non-Scouts, ages 7-11 (or 6 CLICK HERE TO MAKE A SPECIAL DIET REQUEST
years old and entering 1st grade- must be accompanied by an
Camp May Pine
adult partner)
Overnight summer camps are a Scout’s favorite place to have fun
and adventure! These camps range from 1-5 nights, are held at Scout » Swimming Ridge
properties, and are a safe, educational, and fun experience for all Cub » Campfire night with skits » Swimming How to pack for camp.
Scout ages and ranks. and songs » Campfire
» STEM activities night
Your Scouts will enjoy outdoor adventure like swimming, hiking,
camping, archery, and much more while earning advancements and » Nature activities » Huck’s Cove
» STEM
awards and making lifelong friends and memories. » Scout skills Water Park
» Nature
» BB guns & archery » Bouldering
Arrow of Light Camp (week-long for 4th and 5th graders) » Scout skills
» Hiking » Fishing
Camp May at the Beaumont Scout Reservation - High Ridge, MO » BB guns
June 13–18 or June 27–July 2 » BB guns &archery
» Archery
» Boating
Webelos Camp (half week for 4th and 5th graders) » Fishing
Pine Ridge Scout Camp - Makanda, IL: July 22–25 » Meet our horses
» Patrol
Camp May at the Beaumont Scout Reservation - High Ridge, MO
June 24–27 or July 11–14
S bar F cooking
View the camp manuals for more detailed information
about each camp.
HEAR FROM THE CAMP DIRECTORS
Rhodes France Scout Reservation - Pana, IL: July 29–Aug. 1
Rhodes France
CAMP MAY CAMP
Cub Adventure Camp (half week for all Cub Scout ages)
WARREN
Camp May at the Beaumont Scout Reservation - High Ridge, MO
June 20 - 23, July 8 - 11, or July 15 - 18
LEVIS » Swimming » Swimming
» Campfire night » Fishing
Camp Warren Levis - Godfrey, IL
June 10 - 13, June 17 - 20, June 24 - 27, or July 1 - 4 » STEM » Campfire skits &
» Nature songs
Pine Ridge Scout Reservation - Makanda, IL: July 18 - 21 » STEM & nature
» Scout skills
Rhodes France Scout Reservation - Pana, IL: July 22 - 25 » BB guns » Scout skills
» Archery » BB guns & archery
Family Night Camp (one night for the entire family)
» Special programs for Learn more about a Scout tent, but feel free to bring your own!
Camp May on the Beaumont Scout Reservation - High Ridge, MO » Hiking
June 19 - 20 or July 3- 4
SAFETY FIRST! » Fishing older Cub Scouts
» Sports and field day For more informaiton, view the
Camp Famous Eagle on the S bar F Scout Ranch - Knob Lick, MO Read our COVID-19
July 10 - 11 Precautions and Protocols Warren Levis Frequently Asked Questions.
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Save $10-20
SCOUTS BSA on summer camp if registered by May 5! Rhodes France
Scout Reservation
CAMPS REGISTER » This 640 acre camp in Central Illinois features
13 campsites, 2 lakes, and an outstanding
shooting sports area. Other features of
SUMMER 2021 the camp include an inground swimming
pool, canoeing, rowing, kayaking, stand-up
paddleboards. Special programs offered
For girls and boys ages 11-17. include STEM- related merit badges, BSA
Pistol Safety and Marksmanship Program, a
Units have six summer camps to choose from in the Greater St. great First-Year Scout Program, and much
Louis Area Council. Each camp offers unique programs with fantastic more!
customer service. Flip to the next page for ourl specialty camps that
CAMP GAMBLE CAMP MANUAL Session 1: June 13–19 Session 4: July 4–10
youth can attend individually. CAMP FAMOUS EAGLE CAMP MANUAL
Session 2: June 20–26 Session 5: July 11–17
If you have questions regarding Scouts BSA Summer Camps, Session 3: June 27–July 3
Camp Gamble Camp Famous Eagle
please contact camping@stlbsa.org.
» Camp Gamble, on the S-F Scout Ranch, sits » Home to Leadership Hall, a state-of-the-art dining
on the north shore of the 270+ acre Nims hall facility, Camp Famous Eagle provides all of
F
Lake and features a traditional, patrol-method the great programs that the S-F Scout Ranch
cooking dining style. Scouts can participate is known for. Campers will enjoy the 270+ acre
in programs like water skiing, shooting sports, Nims Lake, renowned for its water sport activities
kayaking, small boat sailing, standup paddle and great fishing. STEM activities, shooting
WALL TENT boards, STEM activities, competitions, rock
sports, a great 1st year camper program, and
OVERVIEW climbing, and Huck’s Cove Water Park!
game nights are just a few of the programs that
Famous Eagle has to offer.
Session 1: June 13–19 Session 5: July 11–17
Session 1: June 13–19 Session 5: July 11–17
Session 2: June 20–26 Session 6: July 18–24
Session 2: June 20–26 Session 6: July 25–31
Session 3: June 27–July 3 Session 7: July 25–31
Session 3: June 27–July 3 Session 7: August 1–7
CLICK THE VIDEO ICONS TO HEAR Session 4: July 4–10 Session 8: August 1–7
RHODES FRANCE CAMP MANUAL Session 4: July 4–10
FROM THE CAMP DIRECTORS
Camp Lewallen
» Camp Lewallen is nestled in the Ozark
Plateau in the shadow of Mt. Logan. This
beautiful, dining hall-style camp sits along the
CAMP DINING St. Francis River and includes programs like
Special diet request? all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), shooting sports,
No problem! We can accomodate top-of-the-line rock climbing complex, river
any dietary restrictions or food allergies. float trips, and STEM activities. Troops will
Please fill out this form prior to camp. also get to compete during the Wednesday
Water Carnival and try their hand at cooking
competitions!
CAMP SAFETY AND PROTOCOLS CAMP
Session 1: June 13–19 Session 4: July 4–10 LEWALLEN
Session 2: June 20–26 Session 5: July 11–17 CAMP MANUAL
Session 3: June 27–July 3
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CAMP MERCHANDISE
VENTURING CAMPS REGISTER PR E -S ALE
SWIFT HIGH ADVENTURE BASE Pre-sale camp merchandise is available to order online through May 5. All pre-sale items will ship by June 1. Limited quantities will
be available at camp trading posts during camp season. Be sure to check out the bundle options to save!
For young men and women ages 14-20. swimming, water tubing, sun bathing, and kayaking. One
of the highlights of the lake is our very own water park,
One of four camps on the 3,500+ acre S-F Scout Huck’s Cove.
Ranch, Swift High Adventure Base is the region’s premier
Venturing Summer Camp facility. Summer camps at Swift Huck’s Cove features two waterslides, rope swings, zip
are also open to Explorer Posts and older Scout Patrols. lines, inflatables and more!
Individuals (provisional) are also welcome to attend!
The Ranch’s 270-acre Nims Lake serves as the focal For questions regarding Venturing Summer Camps,
point with water skiing, sailing, fishing, canoeing, please contact camping@stlbsa.org.
CLICK HERE FOR THE CAMP MANUAL >>
Swift will feature two weeks of Venturing-specific summer camp and each week has
its own theme.
EARTH AND WATER JUNE 20-26
Come check out the adventure during this week where we add
sailing instruction and races, additional water sports, exploration of
the Ranch and and other nearby places by land and water. Some $15 Blue drawstring bag. Available for all camp
properties! $15 Oxford gray and forest green tshirts. Youth
and adult sizes!
of the programs include sailing enhancements, float trips on nearby
streams, and historic hikes.
WIND AND FIRE JULY 11-17
This week will be filled with explosive reactions as we expand the
shooting sports options, check out the science of explosions,
cooking challenges, and emergency preparedness such as CERT.
If you have questions regarding Venturing Summer
We plan to have an Exploring presence with a fire post as well as the
Camps, please contact camping@stlbsa.org.
CERT program present. Offsite visit might include the Fredericktown
Fire and Police training site.
Aquatics Shooting Sports High Adventure
Swimming .22 Rifle High/Low Challenge
Canoes Shotgun (COPE) Course
Stand Up Paddle Boards Archery Rock Climbing /
Sailing (Aquafin) Airsoft Triple Shot Rappelling
Catamarans Cowboy Action Mountain Bikes This Coolcore® Mask meets standards for
Water Skiing Pistol (.22 and 9mm) Equestrian Programs $15 required masks at all GSLAC camps for
2021 camping season.
$25 Camp shirt and drawstring bag bundle.
Available for all camp properties!
Tubing Sporting Arrows Mountain Boarding
Read our Overnight/Resident Camp COVID-19 Kneeboarding Backcountry Overnights
Huck’s Cove Waterpark
Precautions and Protocols Visit gatewaytraders.org/collections/pre-sale-merchandise
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Eagle Trail Ranger Program STEM Week
SCOUTS BSA
& VENTURING
SPECIALTY
CAMPS REGISTER » Held at Camp Famous Eagle, Eagle Trail Camp is
designed to give Scouts a helpful boost along their
path to Eagle. Scouts will spend mornings working
» The Ranger Program is a one-of-a-kind, back-
country camping adventure. Scouts spend the week
backpacking to various outpost campsites across the
3,500+ acre S-F Scout Ranch. Activities can include
» STEM Week is an extraordinary experience for Scouts
full of many Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics-based merit badges and over-the-top
For girls and boys ages 11-17. on Eagle-required merit badges. Afternoons are full activities in addition to all the great outdoor activities
of fun that can include shooting sports, swimming, blacksmithing, challenge courses, wilderness survival that Camp May provides, including a brand new
skill practice, black powder rifle shooting, fishing,
canoeing, mountain biking, rock climbing, stand-up climbing tower, swimming pool, and shooting sports.
Try something new this summer with one of our specialty canoeing across the 270 acre Nims Lake, and more!
paddle boards, small boat sailing, trips to the Huck’s
camps. Each session has a select focus and unique activities. » Afternoon and evenings will include other fun STEM
Cove waterpark and more! » Designed for youth age 14 or older, or in their 4th
programs and exhibits to experience.
summer of camp, the Ranger Program is also a great
» Scouts must be 13 years old and have reached First
preparation opportunity for a trek at Philmont Scout
Class rank. Ranch.
Save $10-20 JULY 18–24 JUNE 13 - 19 | JUNE 20 - 26 | JUNE 27 - JULY 3 July 18 - 24
on summer camp if registered by May 5!
STEM on Campus NYLT Catholic Adventure Horse Camp
» STEM on CAMPus is a unique “camp” experience » National Youth Leadership Training is a six-day » Join us for a week to camp, live, and grow in » Spend a week at an advanced riding camp cantering
where Scouts get a taste for college life! Sleep in course that delivers training in a troop and patrol your faith. The Greater St. Louis Area Council’s around the trails of the over 2,300 acre Beaumont
the dorms, eat in the dining halls, and have fun outdoor setting with an emphasis on immediate Catholic Committee is providing a great faith- Scout Reservation! Play games in the riding ring, take
each evening with a variety of activities including application of learning in a fun environment. based program at Camp Famous Eagle on the S-F trail rides to the highest points of the property, and
campus rec center nights! Scouts have the Interconnecting concepts and work processes are Scout Ranch. Scouts will also get to enjoy all of show off your advanced skills at the Cavalcade show
opportunity to earn up to 6 Merit Badges or NOVAs introduced early, built upon, and aided by the use of the traditional aspects camp offers, including water at the end of the week. Other activities can include
at each camp. memory aids, which allows participants to understand sports on Nim’s Lake, rock climbing and rappelling, rock wall climbing, shooting, swimming, cavalcade
and employ the leadership skills much faster. horseback riding, and a wide range of merit badge training, ropes course, campfires, and more.
opportunities. » Designed for youth at least 13 years old and
completed the 8th grade or older.
JUNE 6–9 AT SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY CAMP SAKIMA: JUNE 13–19 | JUNE 20–26 | JULY 11–17
JUNE 10-12 AT WEBSTER UNIVERSITY CAMP WARREN LEVIS: JULY 25–31 June 20–26 July 25–31
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BEAUMONT
SCOUT
RESERVATION
In Southwestern St. Louis
County sits 2,400 acres
of wooded, rolling hills
and adventure called
the Beaumont Scout
Reservation. This multi-
use property is located
just off Highway 44 at the
Beaumont-Antire Road exit.
Beaumont Scout Reservation
offers countless activities
and facilities for Scouts,
featuring Cub World, Nagel
Base (home of the council’s
horses), cabins, a climbing
tower, mud cave exploration
and a swimming pool.
S BAR F SCOUT RANCH
For over 50 years, S bar F Ranch has been
providing the ultimate in Scouting experiences.
One of the foremost Scout facilities in America,
the ranch features 5,200 wooded acres that
includes Nim’s Lake, a 270 acre swimming,
boating and fishing facility at the heart of the
property. Scenic Little St. Francis River runs
throughout the entire property.
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PINE RIDGE SCOUT CAMP CAMP LEWALLEN
Tall pines, abundant wildlife, Little Grassy Lake, wild flowers, Located in Southeast Missouri, in the shadow of Mt. Logan, is Camp Lewallen, 580
SCOUT CAMP
Crab Orchard and beautiful sunsets make Pine Ridge Scout Camp an acres of first-rate Scouting experience. Lake Potashnick and the St. Francis River
National
Wildlife
Refuge
PINE RIDGE
excellent location for Scouts. This 150-acre camp is nestled provide Scouts with endless water-based activities while the hundreds of acres of forest
PARKING
FRONT
in the heart of the Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and provide Scouts and their units with the ultimate camping environment.
LOT &
GATE
located in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest along
the shore of Little Grassy Lake, southeast of Carbondale, Ill.
The Shawnee River Trail, the Crab Orchard and Panthers Den
Lodge
Bailey
Wilderness all surround the lakes of this refuge giving Scouts
unbelievable outdoor resources at their disposal.
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CAMP WARREN LEVIS
private lake, a swimming pool in
Camp Warren Levis, located just
of outdoor fun, including boating
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camping and hiking opportunities.
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