FEATURING: Archery, Crafts, Nature, Fishing, BB Shooting, Sports & Games, Swimming, and Scoutcraft.  An end of the week BBQ tops off each week.

KidTown, our sibling program, is open to all children under 10 years old who have parents volunteering that day at camp

ACCREDITATION  Our summer camps adhere to the strictest of operational standards.  In addition to carrying all required local and state licenses, our programs are annually granted status as NATIONALLY ACCREDITED CAMPS by the Boy Scouts of America, demonstrating compliance with dozens of additional programming and operational standards.

STAFF The Western Massachusetts Council carefully selects its camp staff members to meet extensive qualifications.  Our directors are nationally trained and certified in camp management, and are experienced working in Scouting and with youth recreation programs.  It’s all to best demonstrate the principles and dedication dictated in the Scouting program.

PROGRAMMING & ADVANCEMENT Our summer camps are aligned with the Boy Scouts of America’s carefully designed program of age-appropriate activities, assuring that programs are safe but challenging, designed with the boy in mind.  Campers have the opportunity to advance in Scouting by completing requirements at camp.  In addition, unit recognition and the Summertime Pack Award can be earned just by attending a session of camp!

FAMILY INVOLVEMENT Scouting is a family adventure, and that doesn’t stop with camp!  At our Day Camps we encourage parents to join us for one or more days as a volunteer leader.  A FREE camp program is offered to siblings of parents who spend time with us helping out! 

HEALTH & SAFETY  Each camp has a certified health and safety officer to assure the camp is operating in a safe and secure manner and to administer medical care, distribute medications and handle health records. 

FINANCIAL AID It is the policy of the Western Massachusetts Council that no Scout should be denied a camp experience simply because his family cannot afford it.  Families that may be eligible for financial assistance should request a CAMPERSHIP application from the Scout Service Center or on our website as soon as possible. 

REFUNDS Refunds are made for exceptional circumstances if notice is given at least one week prior to the start of camp.  All requests must be submitted in writing to the Western Massachusetts Council.

HOW TO REGISTER: TWO GREAT WAYS! Contact your unit leader and coordinate which week your den, patrol or pack plans to attend camp and register for the same week.  Or, send in your registration on your own and we’ll sign you up today!

ONCE YOU’VE REGISTERED... Once we receive your registration and payment, we will send you information outlining what you’ll need to do to get ready to join us at camp.  Our primary means of communication will be through e-mail and our website, though you may get information at the Scout Service Centers or in the mail.

INFORMATION FOR CAMPERS...

ARRIVAL All campers should arrive at camp at 8:30 a.m.  NO CAMPER SHOULD ARRIVE PRIOR TO THIS TIMES.  Campers will be checked in and meet with their dens.  On Mondays, parents should plan to check in along with their camper, and campers will get their camp shirt, water bottle, totem and den assignment.  

DISMISSAL The camp day ends at 4 p.m.  Please be prompt in picking up your camper, as we are not able to provide after-camp supervision.  Each camper MUST be signed out with his den leader at the end of the day.  If a camper is going home with someone other than his primary parent/guardian, you must provide a note to the camp director in advance.  

ABSENCE/LATE ARRIVAL/EARLY DISMISSAL Please notify us of any absences ahead of time through a written note.  Families of campers not in attendance at check-in will be notified by the health and safety officer to verify their absence.  All campers being dismissed early must be signed out through the health and safety officer.    

MEDICAL FORMS All camp participants—campers, KidTown participants and volunteers—must have a Class 3 Medical History on file with the camp, signed by a physician.  

WHAT TO BRING

• INSECT REPELLANT & SUNSCREEN:  staff members can’t apply it to campers, so please apply it before you come to camp and teach your camper how to apply it himself.
• SOCKS & SHOES:  Everyone in camp (including parents) must have socks and close-toed close-heeled shoes.  Campers not following this rule will not be allowed to stay in camp.
• HAT
• BANDANA to moisten to keep cool
• RAIN GEAR:  We operate rain or shine, so be sure your camper has a raincoat or poncho
• BACKPACKS are great to keep it all together!
• Should they come home by accident, your WATER BOTTLE and TOTEM that you will get on Monday morning.
• CAMP CHAIR for parents who are volunteering, as seating might be limited at some locations.
• Be sure to LABEL EVERYTHING with your Scout’s name
• Please leave all ELECTRONICS and VALUABLES at home.  We assume no responsibility for lost or stolen items.