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Number of Entries: 226

Answers from Jon about
Rainey Mountain
in Georgia

  • Jon is a Committee Chair
  • Jon’s troop was at Rainey Mountain beginning on June 21, 2015 for six days.
  • Rainey Mountain is out of council for Jon
  • Jon has attended Rainey Mountain for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 564 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 25 of their 37 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Rainey Mountain was $.00 per Scout.

Does Rainey Mountain have a younger Scout program? Yes

Jon ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Rainey Mountain

We want new Scouts to learn the basic skills as soon as possible.

Jon rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

They were great at breaking the large group down into Patrols. Everything was hands on and highly interactive.

Jon added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Rainey Mountain have a older Scout program? Yes

Jon ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Rainey Mountain

We need the older scouts to want to attend.

Jon rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

Jon added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Rainey Mountain’s Merit Badge Program

Jon ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Rainey Mountain 

Jon rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Jon added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Rainey Mountain’s  Facilities

Jon ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Rainey Mountain 

Jon rated satisfaction with the facilities 3 out of 10 because:

Dining hall ran out of food.

Jon added these comments regarding the facilities –

Rainey Mountain’s Staff

Jon ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering Rainey Mountain 

Jon rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Jon added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Randall about
Camp Comer
in Alabama

  • Randall is a Committee Chair
  • Randall’s troop was at Camp Comer beginning on June 7, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Comer is in council for Randall
  • Randall has attended Camp Comer for 6 consecutive years, and travels approximately 77 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 31 of their 32 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (3 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Comer was $.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Comer have a younger Scout program? Yes

Randall ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Comer

Gives the scouts a good jump start on the items that are difficult to do at home.

Randall rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

Met my expectations.

Randall added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Comer have a older Scout program? Yes

Randall ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Comer

Keeps them interested; shows that they are considered important, too.

Randall rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

PWC’s and climbing.

Randall added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Comer’s Merit Badge Program

Randall ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Comer 

Randall rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Randall added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Some are taught very well, some are very lacking.

Camp Comer’s  Facilities

Randall ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Comer 

Randall rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Randall added these comments regarding the facilities –

Really, really, really, need to air condition the dining hall. This should have been done a decade ago.

Camp Comer’s Staff

Randall ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Comer 

We often have scouts on staff. It’s a great learning experience.

Randall rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Randall added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Raleigh about
Camp Rainey Mountain
in Georgia

  • Raleigh is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Raleigh’s troop was at Camp Rainey Mountain beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Rainey Mountain is out of council for Raleigh
  • Raleigh has attended Camp Rainey Mountain for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 90 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 10 of their 25 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Rainey Mountain was $.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Rainey Mountain have a younger Scout program? Yes

Raleigh ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 3 out of 10 in considering Camp Rainey Mountain

Our Troop usually covers most of the intro basics ourselves after previous poor experiences with other camps’ “First Year” programs.

Raleigh rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Raleigh added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Rainey Mountain have a older Scout program? Yes

Raleigh ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Rainey Mountain

Raleigh rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

The camp had a really nice frontier-based program that seemed really nice. One of our Scouts took the program and loved it.

Raleigh added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Rainey Mountain’s Merit Badge Program

Raleigh ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Rainey Mountain 

Raleigh rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

There were some interesting badges offered that would usually be hard to get such as Robotics.

Raleigh added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Rainey Mountain’s  Facilities

Raleigh ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Rainey Mountain 

Raleigh rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

The sites were really nice, well organized, and well located to the rest of camp.

Raleigh added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Rainey Mountain’s Staff

Raleigh ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Rainey Mountain 

Raleigh rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

The staff was really well organized and enthusiastic about working at camp. Our SM really liked how they staff entered the parade field for every meal. (video: https://www.facebook.com/BSATroop795/videos/vb.277109108982417/1139790136047639/)

Raleigh added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Robert about
Sid Richardson
in Texas

  • Robert is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Robert’s troop was at Sid Richardson beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Sid Richardson is out of council for Robert
  • Robert has attended Sid Richardson for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 332 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 16 of their 19 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Sid Richardson was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Sid Richardson have a younger Scout program? Yes

Robert ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Sid Richardson

We don’t believe younger scouts can learn the entire Trail to First Class in a week – merit badges / activities are a better choice.

Robert rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Robert added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Sid Richardson have a older Scout program? Yes

Robert ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Sid Richardson

We have several scouts who are Life and merit badges are becoming less important to them.

Robert rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Water sports were very good

Robert added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Sid Richardson’s Merit Badge Program

Robert ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Sid Richardson 

We have scouts who need required badges like swimming, first aid, etc.

Robert rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Robert added these comments regarding the merit badge program

not as organized as we would like

Sid Richardson’s  Facilities

Robert ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Sid Richardson 

Great facilities

Robert rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Best facilities we’ve seen

Robert added these comments regarding the facilities –

Sid Richardson’s Staff

Robert ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Sid Richardson 

Robert rated satisfaction with the staff 4 out of 10 because:

Robert added these comments regarding the staff –

Camp staff was smaller and less prepared than we had expected.

 

Answers from Kevin about
Camp Wilderness
in Minnesota

  • Kevin is a Scoutmaster
  • Kevin’s troop was at Camp Wilderness beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Wilderness is out of council for Kevin
  • Kevin has attended Camp Wilderness for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 580 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 6 of their 10 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Wilderness was $240.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Wilderness have a younger Scout program? Yes

Kevin ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Wilderness

Kevin rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Kevin added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Wilderness have a older Scout program? Yes

Kevin ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Wilderness

Kevin rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Kevin added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Wilderness’s Merit Badge Program

Kevin ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Wilderness 

Kevin rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Kevin added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Wilderness’s  Facilities

Kevin ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Wilderness 

Kevin rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Kevin added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Wilderness’s Staff

Kevin ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Wilderness 

Kevin rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Kevin added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bill about
Camp Workcoeman
in Connecticut

  • Bill is a Scoutmaster
  • Bill’s troop was at Camp Workcoeman beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Workcoeman is out of council for Bill
  • Bill has attended Camp Workcoeman for 12 consecutive years, and travels approximately 115 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 23 of their 40 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Workcoeman was $390.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Workcoeman have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 3 out of 10 in considering Camp Workcoeman

Because we could do this program ourselves and augment with a MB, like swimming.

Bill rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

The Scouts were happy with it, that’s the main thing. We sat in and helped on a few days and it seemed to be run well

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Workcoeman have a older Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Workcoeman

Bill rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

The older Scout program is always a problem. The Scouts say they want things for them and then don’t take advantage of them. Ex of what they had: Mountain bike, COPE, pistol shooting (pilot program), wilderness trek. None took that bait, in some cases it was because it took them away from Troop activities that they wanted to be a part of.

Camp Workcoeman’s Merit Badge Program

Bill ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Workcoeman 

Needs to be a good mix of merit badges but not too many. They offer 3 MBs in the morning and then 1 at siesta that’s totally optional. With a few exceptions (Communications and a Citizenship badge) all of the MBs are what you’d expect at summer camp.

Bill rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

small groups and for the most part knowledgeable instructors.

Bill added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Workcoeman’s  Facilities

Bill ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Workcoeman 

The size of the camp is manageable. A Scout can get from one end of camp to the other between MB sessions.

Bill rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

With the exception of the latrines the facilities are great.

Bill added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Workcoeman’s Staff

Bill ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Workcoeman 

You have to be able to work with them

Bill rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

By far the staff is fantastic. Even the Scouts list this as the #1 reason they want to come back. The staff will accommodate any request to the best of their ability. If they can’t they have a logical reason. If they have an issue with anything we’re doing they come and have a polite conversation. There’s no shouting tin soldiers. Camp Director has been there 35 (YES 35) years. Program director was a camper there himself. Just a fantastic staff

Bill added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from David about
Camp Bowman
in Maryland

  • David is a Scoutmaster
  • David’s troop was at Camp Bowman beginning on July 18, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Bowman is in council for David
  • David has attended Camp Bowman for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 270 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 12 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Bowman was $180.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Bowman have a younger Scout program? Yes

David ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Bowman

David rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

David added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Bowman have a older Scout program? Yes

David ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Bowman

David rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

David added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Bowman’s Merit Badge Program

David ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Bowman 

David rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

David added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Bowman’s  Facilities

David ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Bowman 

David rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

David added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Bowman’s Staff

David ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Bowman 

David rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

David added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Rich about
Cole Canoe Base
in Michigan

  • Rich is a Scoutmaster
  • Rich’s troop was at Cole Canoe Base beginning on July 11, 2015 for seven days.
  • Cole Canoe Base is in council for Rich
  • Rich has attended Cole Canoe Base for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 200 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 14 of their 19 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (3 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Cole Canoe Base was $300.00 per Scout.

Does Cole Canoe Base have a younger Scout program? Yes

Rich ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Cole Canoe Base

Rich rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

It improved from the year before

Rich added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Cole Canoe Base have a older Scout program? Yes

Rich ranked the older Scout program ranked 6 out of 10 in considering Cole Canoe Base

Rich rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Rich added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Cole Canoe Base’s Merit Badge Program

Rich ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Cole Canoe Base 

Rich rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Rich added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Some of the badges that were taught well while some others were not

Cole Canoe Base’s  Facilities

Rich ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Cole Canoe Base 

Rich rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

The staff

Rich added these comments regarding the facilities –

Cole Canoe Base’s Staff

Rich ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering Cole Canoe Base 

Staff helped us out last year attending camp for the first time

Rich rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

The politeness and the overall interactions with the scouts

Rich added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Christine about
Yawhoog
in Rhode Island

  • Christine is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Christine’s troop was at Yawhoog beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Yawhoog is in council for Christine
  • Christine has attended Yawhoog for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 33 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 30 of their 40 Scouts attending camp with 11 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Yawhoog was $395.00 per Scout.

Does Yawhoog have a younger Scout program? Yes

Christine ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Yawhoog

My son is 12 & this is his second summer with the troop. He spent one year with the We below program.

Christine rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

The scout craft program is fantastic.

Christine added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Yawhoog have a older Scout program? Yes

Christine ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Yawhoog

As an AM, I want to see our older scouts engaged.

Christine rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Our older scouts had a fabulous week.

Christine added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Yawhoog’s Merit Badge Program

Christine ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Yawhoog 

Christine rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Christine added these comments regarding the merit badge program

The schedule is varied enough for the boys to participate in other activities.

Yawhoog’s  Facilities

Christine ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Yawhoog 

The facilities and camp sites are very important.

Christine rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

The Yawgoog staff are outstanding. They maintain wonderful facilities and aim to resolve any issued as quickly as possible.

Christine added these comments regarding the facilities –

Yawhoog’s Staff

Christine ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Yawhoog 

They must be accessible and show excellent customer service.

Christine rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Yawgoog staff are the best. Kind, efficient, friendly. ..what you expect a scout to be! Tom Sisson is a fantastic camp director

Christine added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bill about
Rotary Scout Reservation
in Massachusetts

  • Bill is a Scoutmaster
  • Bill’s troop was at Rotary Scout Reservation beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Rotary Scout Reservation is out of council for Bill
  • Bill has attended Rotary Scout Reservation for 5 consecutive years, and travels approximately 30 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 35 of their 48 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Rotary Scout Reservation was $375.00 per Scout.

Does Rotary Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Rotary Scout Reservation

We find the trail to first class program (brownsea at our old camp) to be an important program to help retention

Bill rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Rotary does a great job

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Rotary Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Rotary Scout Reservation

Having a program to offer older Scouts that have “been there, done that” something just for them is important to keep them interested

Bill rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Rotary Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Bill ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Rotary Scout Reservation 

It is a great opportunity for Scouts to earn Merit Badges that would be difficult to do in a New England winter. (Small boat sailing, for example, is hard to do when the lake is frozen.)

Bill rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Rotary does a great job! They also offer a 1 day MB complication/makeup day after regular camp.

Bill added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Rotary Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Bill ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Rotary Scout Reservation 

The facility has to be in good condition. The food, if not cooking in camp, has to be good and plenty of it!

Bill rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Outstanding camp!

Bill added these comments regarding the facilities –

Rotary Scout Reservation’s Staff

Bill ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Rotary Scout Reservation 

Good staff = Good experience

Bill rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

One of the BEST camp directors of all the camps I’ve seen. A good director attracts good staff.

Bill added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from John about
Ransburg Scout Reservation
in Indiana

  • John is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • John’s troop was at Ransburg Scout Reservation beginning on June 7, 2015 for seven days.
  • Ransburg Scout Reservation is in council for John
  • John has attended Ransburg Scout Reservation for 25 consecutive years, and travels approximately 100 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 50 of their 110 Scouts attending camp with 12 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Ransburg Scout Reservation was $240.00 per Scout.

Does Ransburg Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

John ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Ransburg Scout Reservation

John rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Ransburg Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

John ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Ransburg Scout Reservation

John rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Ransburg Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

John ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Ransburg Scout Reservation 

John rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

John added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Ransburg Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

John ranked facilities 2 out of 10 in considering Ransburg Scout Reservation 

The facilities are not as important to our decision as the fact the camp is in council, the cheapest option and the tradition of going

John rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

John added these comments regarding the facilities –

Ransburg Scout Reservation’s Staff

John ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Ransburg Scout Reservation 

John rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

John added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Chris about
Camp John Mensinger
in California

  • Chris is a Scoutmaster
  • Chris’s troop was at Camp John Mensinger beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp John Mensinger is in council for Chris
  • Chris has attended Camp John Mensinger for 5 consecutive years, and travels approximately 104 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 16 of their 27 Scouts attending camp with 06 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp John Mensinger was $320.00 per Scout.

Does Camp John Mensinger have a younger Scout program? Yes

Chris ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger

We view the Trail to First Class as an important first step for our younger Scouts, more so that the merit badge program. Although, each of our participants also took and completed the First Safety merit badge at camp.

Chris rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

The low ratio of Scouts to Scouters allowed for a great deal of individualized contact and work on requirements.

Chris added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp John Mensinger have a older Scout program? Yes

Chris ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger

Our older scouts look forward to more than just merit badge work. We had several Scouts out on treks, and enjoyed the variety of organized daily hikes that were offered. Our Troop was the first troop all summer (we were there week 4) to have members complete the Nature Hike patch, which involved completing at least 3 separate nature hikes offered over and above the merit badge program.

Chris rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Program staff were friendly and accommodating. They adapted to changes in routine easily and with a positive attitude.

Chris added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp John Mensinger’s Merit Badge Program

Chris ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

Many of our Scouts look forward to completing merit badge work at camp, some of which are only offered at Council sponsored events (shooting sports).

Chris rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Again, program staff made the difference. They were friendly and kept a positive attitude throughout.

Chris added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp John Mensinger’s  Facilities

Chris ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

Our Troop has a long history attending CJM, and we know what to expect. We tend to stay in the same camp site and this site works great for our Troop.

Chris rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

CJM is aware of their limitations with the Pool area bathroom facilities, and our Council already has plans for a complete overhaul and replacement. Construction should be completed for summer 2017.

Chris added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp John Mensinger’s Staff

Chris ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

Staff attitude and demeanor can make or break a camp experience.

Chris rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Staff were friendly and maintained a positive attitude/demeanor throughout.

Chris added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Tom about
Camp Rockefeller
in Arkansas

  • Tom is a Scoutmaster
  • Tom’s troop was at Camp Rockefeller beginning on June 28, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Rockefeller is out of council for Tom
  • Tom has attended Camp Rockefeller for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 200 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 3 of their 8 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Rockefeller was $275.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Rockefeller have a younger Scout program? Yes

Tom ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Rockefeller

We have a new Scout & this is one of the best ways to help get them to First Class

Tom rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 6 out of 10

Tom added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Rockefeller have a older Scout program? Yes

Tom ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Rockefeller

We have 2 Life Scouts, only 1 of whom went to camp

Tom rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Canoe trip was great & cost was reasonable

Tom added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Rockefeller’s Merit Badge Program

Tom ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Rockefeller 

We rotate between different nearby camps, and want a variety of available merit badges

Tom rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Tom added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Rockefeller’s  Facilities

Tom ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Rockefeller 

We want Scouts & leaders to be comfortable & enjoy their time at camp

Tom rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Tom added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Rockefeller’s Staff

Tom ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Rockefeller 

We want to know the Scouts were safe & learned what they needed to learn

Tom rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Tom added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from EARL about
CAMP DAVY CROCKETT
in Tennessee

  • EARL is a PACK CC
  • EARL’s troop was at CAMP DAVY CROCKETT beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • CAMP DAVY CROCKETT is in council for EARL
  • EARL has attended CAMP DAVY CROCKETT for 7 consecutive years, and travels approximately 70 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 6 of their 14 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend CAMP DAVY CROCKETT was $250.00 per Scout.

Does CAMP DAVY CROCKETT have a younger Scout program? Yes

EARL ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering CAMP DAVY CROCKETT

THIS IS OUR COUNCIL CAMP – THE HAVE AN EXCELLENT FIRST YEAR PROGRAN AND A GREAT STAFF

EARL rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

THEY HAVE A GOOD PROGRAM – KIDS HAD FUN – GREAT STAFF

EARL added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does CAMP DAVY CROCKETT have a older Scout program? Yes

EARL ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering CAMP DAVY CROCKETT

GOOD WAY TO EARN MERIT BADGES – THEY HAVE AN EXCELLENT SHOOTING SPORTS PROGRAM – GREAT STAFF

EARL rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

SHOOTING SPORTS PROGRAM GOOD AND STAFF VERY GOOD

EARL added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

CAMP DAVY CROCKETT’s Merit Badge Program

EARL ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering CAMP DAVY CROCKETT 

EARL rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

EARL added these comments regarding the merit badge program

CAMP DAVY CROCKETT’s  Facilities

EARL ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering CAMP DAVY CROCKETT 

EARL rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

EARL added these comments regarding the facilities –

FOOD VERY GOOD

CAMP DAVY CROCKETT’s Staff

EARL ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering CAMP DAVY CROCKETT 

CAMP DAVY CROCKETT HAS A REPUTATION FOR HAVING A CARING AND FRIENDLY STAFF

EARL rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP – FRIENDLY TO LEADERS AND SCOUTS

EARL added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Scott about
Camp Sidney Dew
in Georgia

  • Scott is a Scoutmaster
  • Scott’s troop was at Camp Sidney Dew beginning on June 7, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Sidney Dew is in council for Scott
  • Scott has attended Camp Sidney Dew for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 40 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 17 of their 22 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Sidney Dew was $225.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Sidney Dew have a younger Scout program? Yes

Scott ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Sidney Dew

Scott rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Camp Sidney Dew has a very good first year program called Spike Buck. First year scouts can complete most of Tenderfoot and about one-half of Second Class and about one-quarter of First Class. This year they were able to take 3 merit badge classes in morning session, then spent afternoon session in Spike Buck program. This gave the younger scouts a chance to earn merit badges like swimming and first aid which is great for first year scouts. Spike Buck program used the patrol method and had a staffer in each patrol.

Scott added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Sidney Dew have a older Scout program? Yes

Scott ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Sidney Dew

Scott rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Camp Sidney Dew has an awesome High Cope facility. Older scouts spent the week on the Cope facility and learning to Rappel. They also have a Life Scout program where they offer some of the harder Eagle required merit badges.

Scott added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Sidney Dew’s Merit Badge Program

Scott ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Sidney Dew 

Scott rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Camp Sidney Dew started a new program this year dedicated to the NOVA program. They offered new merit badges so scouts could complete the NOVA awards. The Shooting Sports area has the best instructors I have ever seen. They do a fantastic job with Rifle, Shotgun and Archery.

Scott added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Sidney Dew’s  Facilities

Scott ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Sidney Dew 

Scott rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Camp Sidney Dew is over 600 acres and they are constantly improving the facilities around camp. They have a first class pool with restrooms and a shower facility, and a place for the scouts to store their “stuff” when they are in the pool. The First Aid building was just completely renovated this year and now is a top notch place. The campsites are spacious and are far enough away from each other that you don’t feel like its overcrowded. And of course the scouts favorite place to visit is the Trading Post which was renovated also.

Scott added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Sidney Dew’s Staff

Scott ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Sidney Dew 

Scott rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

The staff had a lot of new younger members this year, but they were outstanding. You could tell they really loved the camp and wanted to be there. Lead by the Program Director Jonathan “Boulder” Stone and Camp Director Rusty Redshaw. They strived to provide the best customer service oriented summer camp experience.

Scott added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Paul about
Camp Babcock Hovey
in New York

  • Paul is a Scoutmaster
  • Paul’s troop was at Camp Babcock Hovey beginning on July 19, 2015 for five days.
  • Camp Babcock Hovey is out of council for Paul
  • Paul has attended Camp Babcock Hovey for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 50 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 11 of their 17 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Babcock Hovey was $325.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Babcock Hovey have a younger Scout program? Yes

Paul ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Babcock Hovey

Don’t care for younger scout programs. The troop teaches these skills well. I know that this camps program is done well with a lot of experienced staff running it.

Paul rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Paul added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Babcock Hovey have a older Scout program? No

Paul ranked the older Scout program ranked  out of 10 in considering Camp Babcock Hovey

Paul rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Paul added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Babcock Hovey’s Merit Badge Program

Paul ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Babcock Hovey 

The camp does not stress merit badges. Offers three in the morning with three sessions of patrol activities after lunch.

Paul rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Offered a wide variety of merit badges.

Paul added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Babcock Hovey’s  Facilities

Paul ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Babcock Hovey 

Paul rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

An excellent camp. The pool and the lakefront were the spots to be this year.

Paul added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Babcock Hovey’s Staff

Paul ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Babcock Hovey 

Camps should let Troops know how long staff have served at the camp. A dedicated staff with a positive moral can be seen .

Paul rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

From the director down, the staff was fantastic.

Paul added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Michael about
Tomahawk Scout Reservation
in Wisconsin

  • Michael is a Scoutmaster
  • Michael’s troop was at Tomahawk Scout Reservation beginning on July 4, 2015 for seven days.
  • Tomahawk Scout Reservation is in council for Michael
  • Michael has attended Tomahawk Scout Reservation for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 120 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 21 of their 44 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Tomahawk Scout Reservation was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Tomahawk Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Tomahawk Scout Reservation

Helps to jump start younger Scouts learning basic camp skills

Michael rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

The staff were engaged and fun, program was challenging but set up for success

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Tomahawk Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Tomahawk Scout Reservation

We want older Scouts to come and provide leadership at camp, so they need something that engages their interests; we only had one older Scout this year, one of our newest Eagles, and the program was great for him: every morning he got on a bus to go to a distant part of the camp for high ropes, mountain boarding, etc., in the afternoon he got to work on the sailing merit badge, and he was around camp to provide a good example and to mentor the SPL.

Michael rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 6 out of 10 

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Tomahawk Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Michael ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Tomahawk Scout Reservation 

Merit badges are a big draw for Scouts, especially the badges that are harder to get away from camp: shooting, boating, etc.

Michael rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Michael added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Merit badge instruction quality varied. Scouts who got a great counselor had a great time: the climbing instructor was awesome, as was the aquatics program. Some badges don’t work as well in a camp setting–personal fitness, emergency prep–but were heavily attended because they’re Eagle required; I’d have preferred to see more wilderness survival, kayaking, etc. badges and fewer classroom badges.

Tomahawk Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Michael ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Tomahawk Scout Reservation 

We’ve traditionally gone to a camp where patrols cook in the site, which is a great experience but can be stressful–managing cooking and cleanup while also managing merit badge sessions and troop activities is hard for adults, much less for Scouts. We wanted to try a camp with a dining hall to compare the experience. We’ve also always brought our own tents, and I wanted to try the canvas wall tents–reducing the amount of gear we haul, and giving the Scouts an experience with a different kind of camping.

Michael rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Michael added these comments regarding the facilities –

For the most part, the dining hall was a good experience; the Scouts figured out the tasks for the duty patrol pretty quickly, and the dining hall was relatively efficient. We have a Scout with a severe peanut allergy, and two with gluten allergies, so I often had to run interference with the kitchen–the camp was transitioning to a new food service vendor, so everyone was learning–but everyone stayed safe and fed. The tents were a great experience–a storm the second night certainly helped highlight who got their tents set up tight, and who chose to set up camp in a dry stream bed!

Tomahawk Scout Reservation’s Staff

Michael ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Tomahawk Scout Reservation 

Michael rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Michael added these comments regarding the staff –

The director and key staff were great–very professional and responsive to our requests and questions. Many of the merit badge counselors stood out, and the Scouts had a great opportunity to learn from younger teachers. Communication between staff members was sometimes a problem–when, for example, we had activities rescheduled because of weather, the new schedule didn’t always make it to the event director by the time our troop showed up. But the staff always went above and beyond to work with us on issues and keep things moving.

 

Answers from Scouter about
Rodney
in Virginia

  • Scouter is a Registered as a Cub, but fully trained as ASM
  • Scouter’s troop was at Rodney beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Rodney is out of council for Scouter
  • Scouter has attended Rodney for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 100 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 34 of their 50 Scouts attending camp with 12 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Rodney was $450.00 per Scout.

Does Rodney have a younger Scout program? Yes

Scouter ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Rodney

It gets Scouts excited and gives them a great start in advancement – and more importantly, advances their excitement about the program.

Scouter rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Scouter added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Rodney have a older Scout program? Yes

Scouter ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Rodney

It keeps boys engaged and gets them to try new things.

Scouter rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Scouter added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Rodney’s Merit Badge Program

Scouter ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Rodney 

Keeps ’em excited, gets ’em to keep coming back.

Scouter rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Variety, most of it not easily doable outside of a camp set up.

Scouter added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Rodney’s  Facilities

Scouter ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Rodney 

Scouter rated satisfaction with the facilities 4 out of 10 because:

Scouter added these comments regarding the facilities –

They were fine for boys, but horrible for female leaders. There is an “adult” building with two bathrooms – one for men, one for youth! One woman used the youth facility since no youth were there and it IS a building they aren’t even supposed to enter – and go in trouble! Also, “comfort stations” have one stall for all adults to share and a three stall area for boys.

There are also latrines – but those can’t be YPT compliant because there are two toilet areas and a urinal, no walls. So, for women during the daytime, these are a serious problem. Unless someone stands outside to prevent anyone else from entering, it’s FAR too easy for a male to walk in on her using the toilet. And it may be the only usable one nearby (within a 20 minute walk) if the comfort station adult stall is in use. Not cool! (I don’t care about using latrines – it’s the lack of privacy walls I have an issue with.)

Rodney’s Staff

Scouter ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Rodney 

Scouter rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Scouter added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Gary about
El Rancho Cima
in Texas

  • Gary is a Scoutmaster
  • Gary’s troop was at El Rancho Cima beginning on July 12, 2015 for six days.
  • El Rancho Cima is out of council for Gary
  • Gary has attended El Rancho Cima for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 70 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 20 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend El Rancho Cima was $285.00 per Scout.

Does El Rancho Cima have a younger Scout program? Yes

Gary ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering El Rancho Cima

Gary rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

Gary added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does El Rancho Cima have a older Scout program? Yes

Gary ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering El Rancho Cima

Gary rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Gary added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

El Rancho Cima’s Merit Badge Program

Gary ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering El Rancho Cima 

Gary rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Gary added these comments regarding the merit badge program

El Rancho Cima’s  Facilities

Gary ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering El Rancho Cima 

Gary rated satisfaction with the facilities 4 out of 10 because:

Gary added these comments regarding the facilities –

El Rancho Cima’s Staff

Gary ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering El Rancho Cima 

Gary rated satisfaction with the staff 6 out of 10 because:

Gary added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Gerard about
Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy
in New Jersey

  • Gerard is a Scoutmaster
  • Gerard’s troop was at Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy is in council for Gerard
  • Gerard has attended Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy for 20 consecutive years, and travels approximately 15 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 24 of their 41 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy was $371.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy have a younger Scout program? Yes

Gerard ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy

It is important for the younger scouts to build confidence and achieve something. Rank advancement is critical so that the scout see’s results from activity. A good young scout program results in scouts attending camp for multiple years.

Gerard rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Counselors are well trained, ultra positive and great role models. Indeed I will say that the counselors at Camp Somers are the reason my scouts choose to return every year.

Gerard added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy have a older Scout program? Yes

Gerard ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy

Without a program geared towards scouts in the 14-17 yr range there would be no point in returning to a camp. Camp Somers program for older scouts allows them to do things that the younger scouts see and desire to do as well. ATV riding is one big example.

Gerard rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Again, the counselors behavior and attitude is so above the norm that they create an environment that older scouts want to be part of. Camp Somers also provides a program that is tailored to those scouts who have been coming for a long time and want to feel like it is “their camp”.

Gerard added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy’s Merit Badge Program

Gerard ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy 

Merit badges are the main reason a scout over the rank of tenderfoot goes to camp….they want to achieve and Camp Somers provides that.

Gerard rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

The Eagles Nest program for older scouts provides counselors and needed equipment to achieve success. Every other aspect of Camp somers puts each scout in a position to succeed and then watches and teaches to make sure the scout has whatever is need to achieve that success. Of course some of them go home empty handed, but they always no why.

Gerard added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy’s  Facilities

Gerard ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy 

Why go if the facility is not up to standards? Might as well just go bushwhacking.

Gerard rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

All equipment, tents and such are in good to new shape. If anything breaks it is replaced immediately. Service projects are the norm for camp cleanliness, all troops participate. All activity buildings are clean and in good repair and every year you can see improvements which shows the council cares about it’s facilities.

Gerard added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy’s Staff

Gerard ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Somers, MT. Allamuchy 

Solid well trained positive staff is the one thing that makes or breaks a camp.

Gerard rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

I could go on for days about the staff at Camp Somers. 80% retention rate, top notch training, super positive attitudes, high skill levels for all aspects of activity. You will never see a staff member without a smile and a positive greeting. Sir and Ma’am are the routine salutations.

Gerard added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from David about
Bear Lake Aquatics Base
in Utah

  • David is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • David’s troop was at Bear Lake Aquatics Base beginning on July 20, 2015 for seven days.
  • Bear Lake Aquatics Base is out of council for David
  • David has attended Bear Lake Aquatics Base for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 470 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 5 of their 6 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Bear Lake Aquatics Base was $205.00 per Scout.

Does Bear Lake Aquatics Base have a younger Scout program? Yes

David ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Bear Lake Aquatics Base

LDS troop that doesn’t take 1st year scouts to camp

David rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

David added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Bear Lake Aquatics Base have a older Scout program? Yes

David ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Bear Lake Aquatics Base

Program met our needs

David rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

lots of activities available.

David added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Bear Lake Aquatics Base’s Merit Badge Program

David ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Bear Lake Aquatics Base 

We needed to get some scouts swimming merit badge

David rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Great junior staff teaching classes.

David added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Bear Lake Aquatics Base’s  Facilities

David ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Bear Lake Aquatics Base 

David rated satisfaction with the facilities 3 out of 10 because:

Outhouses are 20+ years old. Cleaning was not done while we were in camp.

David added these comments regarding the facilities –

Bear Lake Aquatics Base’s Staff

David ranked the staff 1 out of 10 in considering Bear Lake Aquatics Base 

David rated satisfaction with the staff  out of 10 because:

David added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Ron about
Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain)
in Nebraska

  • Ron is a Scoutmaster
  • Ron’s troop was at Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain) beginning on June 14, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain) is in council for Ron
  • Ron has attended Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain) for 7 consecutive years, and travels approximately 90 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 26 of their 29 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain) was $200.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain) have a younger Scout program? Yes

Ron ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain)

TTFC – Trail to first class. Morning sessions, walk through many of the big items on the trail to first class. flags, knives, fire starting, map and compass, etc

Ron rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Same program for years, tweaked and polished every year. Just spot on work well, all outside, all hands on, scouts seem to really like it. (as opposed to the average merit badge class)

Ron added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain) have a older Scout program? Yes

Ron ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain)

Ron rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

This camp recently added older scout merit badges, dedicated new facilities for wielding, auto maintenance, home repair. Scouts were actually wielding, doing car maintenance, building a wall, drywall, spackle and paint. Real world stuff. The few older scouts I had, really like the hands on.

Ron added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain)’s Merit Badge Program

Ron ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain) 

Ron rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Ron added these comments regarding the merit badge program

We know what their merit badge program, so more of the same.
Some merit badges were far too class room like, lets sit, look at flipcharts and take notes. Had issues with some scouts skipping sessions as bored.

Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain)’s  Facilities

Ron ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain) 

Ron rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Ron added these comments regarding the facilities –

Been coming here for years, know what to expect.
Record numbers of scouts made the mess hall quite full.
Military tents were setup outside for staff to eat at.
Pool nice and cool. They are converting the boys showers to individual stalls.
They have a disc golf course (Sweet) but they had not mowed around the holes, spent alot of time looking for lost discs.
COPE setup they have boys tell me is great.

Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain)’s Staff

Ron ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Cornhusker (also went to medicine mountain) 

New director over the last few years, so much better then the previous one.
Years ago, ran out of food, or no supplies for merit badges, dwindling attendance.
Under John Irwin record levels of attendance, much better trained staff (for the most part),
new merit badges.

Ron rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Ron added these comments regarding the staff –

Senior staff exceeded expectations.
Regular Merit Badge counselors, more of the same, hit and miss.

 

Answers from Julie about
Manatoc
in Ohio

  • Julie is a Committee Member Treasurer
  • Julie’s troop was at Manatoc beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Manatoc is out of council for Julie
  • Julie has attended Manatoc for 6 consecutive years, and travels approximately 25 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 11 of their 14 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Manatoc was $255.00 per Scout.

Does Manatoc have a younger Scout program? Yes

Julie ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Manatoc

It is convenient that our camp offers a Tto1 Program, but not vital. We would cover those items on normal campouts over the course of the year anyway.

Julie rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Julie added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Manatoc have a older Scout program? No

Julie ranked the older Scout program ranked  out of 10 in considering Manatoc

Julie rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Julie added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Manatoc’s Merit Badge Program

Julie ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Manatoc 

Variety is important just because we return to the same camp every year. After 4 or 5 years the older scouts lose interest if they’ve taken all the merit badges they like, so variety is important.

Julie rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Some new badges like Chess were interesting for the Scouts.

Julie added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Manatoc’s  Facilities

Julie ranked facilities 4 out of 10 in considering Manatoc 

Julie rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Newer pool is great.

Julie added these comments regarding the facilities –

Manatoc’s Staff

Julie ranked the staff 4 out of 10 in considering Manatoc 

Julie rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Julie added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Jonah about
Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015
in Colorado

  • Jonah is a Youth Member
  • Jonah’s troop was at Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015 beginning on June 6, 2015 for seven days.
  • Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015 is out of council for Jonah
  • Jonah has attended Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015 for 6 consecutive years, and travels approximately 800 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 15 of their 27 Scouts attending camp with 23 adults, (5 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015 was $360.00 per Scout.

Does Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015 have a younger Scout program? Yes

Jonah ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015

We run our own program so location does not necessitate what we can and can’t do. There is enough for us to do for younger Scouts just about anywhere.

Jonah rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Jonah added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015 have a older Scout program? Yes

Jonah ranked the older Scout program ranked 1 out of 10 in considering Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015

Same reason as before.

Jonah rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Jonah added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015’s Merit Badge Program

Jonah ranked the merit badge program 1 out of 10 in considering Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015 

Jonah rated satisfaction with the merit badge program out of 10 because:

Jonah added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015’s  Facilities

Jonah ranked facilities 2 out of 10 in considering Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015 

Other than latrines, we build or bring the facilities.

Jonah rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

The rate at which we managed to set up compared to past years.

Jonah added these comments regarding the facilities –

Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015’s Staff

Jonah ranked the staff 1 out of 10 in considering Troop 254 Summer Camp 2015 

Jonah rated satisfaction with the staff  out of 10 because:

Jonah added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from R about
Camp Wanocksett
in New Hampshire

  • R is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • R’s troop was at Camp Wanocksett beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Wanocksett is in council for R
  • R has attended Camp Wanocksett for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 45 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 13 of their 15 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Wanocksett was $385.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Wanocksett have a younger Scout program? Yes

R ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Wanocksett

Brownsea gives younger scouts specific time to get their advancements done that they can’t do at home, like aquatics and rescue etc.

R rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

They will be their next rank by the time summer ends.

R added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Wanocksett have a older Scout program? Yes

R ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Wanocksett

There needs to be a way to involve older scout in programs and keep them engaged. Adventure Team, Sunset Summit, Shotgun range, Ranger Corps.

R rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

There was always something for them to do.

R added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Wanocksett’s Merit Badge Program

R ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Wanocksett 

In addition to the three merit badge sessions each day, the camp offered 13 additional optional merit badges throughout open program and free choice times if the boys were interested in them.

R rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Many boys were able to complete partials that they brought to camp, or get that one extra for next rank if they wanted to.

R added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Wanocksett’s  Facilities

R ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Wanocksett 

The camp has two gorgeous new clevis toilet houses.

R rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Facilities are starting to get old but the ranger and staff will fix anything they see that is broken or needs maintenance as soon as they see it or are told about it.

R added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Wanocksett’s Staff

R ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Wanocksett 

They are there knowing that Customer Service is #1 priority.

R rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Awesome group of young men and women, lead by a confident and competent camp director.

R added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from John about
Buckskin Scout Reservation
in West Virginia

  • John is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • John’s troop was at Buckskin Scout Reservation beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Buckskin Scout Reservation is in council for John
  • John has attended Buckskin Scout Reservation for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 170 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 26 of their 40 Scouts attending camp with 9 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Buckskin Scout Reservation was $210.00 per Scout.

Does Buckskin Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

John ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Buckskin Scout Reservation

John rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Buckskin Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

John ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Buckskin Scout Reservation

John rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Buckskin Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

John ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Buckskin Scout Reservation 

John rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 2 out of 10 because:

John added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Buckskin Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

John ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Buckskin Scout Reservation 

John rated satisfaction with the facilities 3 out of 10 because:

John added these comments regarding the facilities –

Buckskin Scout Reservation’s Staff

John ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Buckskin Scout Reservation 

John rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

John added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Ben about
Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation
in Pennsylvania

  • Ben is a Scoutmaster
  • Ben’s troop was at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation beginning on July 12, 2015 for six days.
  • Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation is in council for Ben
  • Ben has attended Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 5 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 6 of their 8 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation was $325.00 per Scout.

Does Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Ben ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation

Ben rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Their Pathfinder program went a long way to set up the basics for the newer Scouts. It also allowed them to touch almost all areas of camp (from aquatics to COPE) to let them want to come back next year to explore those areas more

Ben added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Ben ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation

Ben rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Ben added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

I don’t have any older Scouts honestly, but the ones that I talked to that did COPE and their Boots and Paddles (hike on the AT then kayak the Schuylkill River) absolutely loved those programs

Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Ben ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation 

Ben rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 3 out of 10 because:

As a previous staff member of that camp I’m not sure if its the maturity level or just the (kids these days) attitude of some of the councilors but probably 1/4 of merit badge courses weren’t up to par. Requirements were skipped, classes were “boring” according to the boys, and honestly the boys shouldn’t be getting a better experience at a Troop meeting doing things like Pioneering then at camp. I had long conversations with the Camp and Program director about the issues and offered (and I hope they accept) myself and a couple other alumni to come talk to the new staff next year during staff week.

Ben added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Ben ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation 

Ben rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

HMSR has many opportunity’s for new boys and old boys to explore new things and their constantly expanding and improving their program areas.

Ben added these comments regarding the facilities –

Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation’s Staff

Ben ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation 

Ben rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Ben added these comments regarding the staff –

This one is a hard one to rate. The majority of Staff did and the administration definitely did. I have been going to HMSR for many years but this is the first as my Troops Scoutmaster and they really helped me out with the ins and outs. Some of the councilors could have been better, maybe better trained? not sure if it was a maturity or a training issue

 

Answers from Joe about
Yawgoog
in Rhode Island

  • Joe is a Scoutmaster
  • Joe’s troop was at Yawgoog beginning on August 2, 2015 for seven days.
  • Yawgoog is in council for Joe
  • Joe has attended Yawgoog for 50 consecutive years, and travels approximately 40 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 11 of their 15 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Yawgoog was $400.00 per Scout.

Does Yawgoog have a younger Scout program? Yes

Joe ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Yawgoog

Joe rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Joe added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Yawgoog have a older Scout program? Yes

Joe ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Yawgoog

Joe rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Joe added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Yawgoog’s Merit Badge Program

Joe ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Yawgoog 

Joe rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Joe added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Yawgoog’s  Facilities

Joe ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Yawgoog 

Joe rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Joe added these comments regarding the facilities –

Yawgoog’s Staff

Joe ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Yawgoog 

Joe rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Joe added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Sherry about
Camp Tonkawa
in Texas

  • Sherry is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Sherry’s troop was at Camp Tonkawa beginning on June 21, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Tonkawa is in council for Sherry
  • Sherry has attended Camp Tonkawa for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 100 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 7 of their 19 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Tonkawa was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Tonkawa have a younger Scout program? Yes

Sherry ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Tonkawa

my guys don’t do the younger Scout program, they did one year and it was not good for the boys.

Sherry rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Sherry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Tonkawa have a older Scout program? Yes

Sherry ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Tonkawa

they were suppose to have climbing for our older boys.

Sherry rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 3 out of 10 

They didn’t have anything for the older scouts (14 and up) that was scheduled for them to do, no climbing, no top shot.

Sherry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Tonkawa’s Merit Badge Program

Sherry ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Tonkawa 

Our troop wants the boys to get the merit badges that we couldn’t really do back at home.

Sherry rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Sherry added these comments regarding the merit badge program

If the personal enjoys the merit badge then its a good class, if not then its not. The badges are also limited on what is offered.

Camp Tonkawa’s  Facilities

Sherry ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Tonkawa 

Sherry rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Sherry added these comments regarding the facilities –

The new bath house was nice for everyone to use.

Camp Tonkawa’s Staff

Sherry ranked the staff 6 out of 10 in considering Camp Tonkawa 

Sherry rated satisfaction with the staff 4 out of 10 because:

Sherry added these comments regarding the staff –

My son worked as a CIT since he’s 14 so that helped us go there. As for the other staff, most of the staff (youth) did a good job in their duties. The young adult staff did fair, I did have a problem with the archery staff person since she came and chewed out my son in front of me and another leader from our troop. (I kept my mouth shut at the time but the Camp Commissioner did hear about that and another problem with same person.)

 

Answers from James about
Ockanickon Scout Reservation
in Pennsylvania

  • James is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • James’s troop was at Ockanickon Scout Reservation beginning on July 19, 2015 for seven days.
  • Ockanickon Scout Reservation is in council for James
  • James has attended Ockanickon Scout Reservation for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 20 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 29 of their 56 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Ockanickon Scout Reservation was $425.00 per Scout.

Does Ockanickon Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

James ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Ockanickon Scout Reservation

James rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

James added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Ockanickon Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

James ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Ockanickon Scout Reservation

James rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

James added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Ockanickon Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

James ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Ockanickon Scout Reservation 

James rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

James added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Ockanickon Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

James ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Ockanickon Scout Reservation 

James rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

James added these comments regarding the facilities –

Ockanickon Scout Reservation’s Staff

James ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Ockanickon Scout Reservation 

James rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

James added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Buss about
Ed Bryant Scout Reservation
in Wisconsin

  • Buss is a Scoutmaster
  • Buss’s troop was at Ed Bryant Scout Reservation beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Ed Bryant Scout Reservation is in council for Buss
  • Buss has attended Ed Bryant Scout Reservation for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 78 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 16 of their 36 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Ed Bryant Scout Reservation was $275.00 per Scout.

Does Ed Bryant Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Buss ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Ed Bryant Scout Reservation

Buss rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

An excellent use of hands on teaching. The Scouts did what scouts do, they didn’t sit at a picnic table and listen to someone lecture.

Buss added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Ed Bryant Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Buss ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Ed Bryant Scout Reservation

It is the only way we get the older Scouts to take part in summer camp.

Buss rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

The addition of high adventure activities for older scouts really peaked the interest of the Scouts in our Troop. The program was well run, but allowed the Scouts to come back to camp and talk to the boys about what they did. I heard a lot of, ‘I can’t wait until I’m 14 so I can ATV, Jet Ski, etc.’

Buss added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Ed Bryant Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Buss ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Ed Bryant Scout Reservation 

Buss rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

The Scouts ‘get’ the open program. They can start a MB, realize they either don’t like the subject (or even realize the instructor is not hands on) and switch to something else. This kept the focus on the Scouts having fun, trying new things, exploring …

It was a great MB/camp experience for the Scouts.

Buss added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Ed Bryant Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Buss ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Ed Bryant Scout Reservation 

We like to focus on having fun, not cooking all week in our campsite. Because of this the camp facilities related to dining halls is important.

Buss rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

The camp spent a lot of effort reorganizing (High adventure in one area, STEM in one area, etc.), painting, and organizing material. It was a nice face lift for the camp.

Buss added these comments regarding the facilities –

Ed Bryant Scout Reservation’s Staff

Buss ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Ed Bryant Scout Reservation 

Buss rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

The staff had a great attitude. There was some issues with the council feeling pressure from National and putting pressure on the camp staff. It feels like camps are scrambling to ‘make the grade’ or be eliminated.

Buss added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Edward about
Sequassen
in Connecticut

  • Edward is a Scoutmaster
  • Edward’s troop was at Sequassen beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Sequassen is in council for Edward
  • Edward has attended Sequassen for 50 consecutive years, and travels approximately 60 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 33 of their 60 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Sequassen was $345.00 per Scout.

Does Sequassen have a younger Scout program? Yes

Edward ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 2 out of 10 in considering Sequassen

We can do this ourselves IF the older scouts and troop guides do thier job

Edward rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 3 out of 10

Edward added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Over croawded and understaffed this week (40 scouts to 4 staff)

Does Sequassen have a older Scout program? Yes

Edward ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Sequassen

Edward rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Edward added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Sequassen’s Merit Badge Program

Edward ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Sequassen 

Things that can’t be done during routine MB access

Edward rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Edward added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Sequassen’s  Facilities

Edward ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Sequassen 

Waterfront a nd the lake is spectacular

Edward rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Food

Edward added these comments regarding the facilities –

Sequassen’s Staff

Edward ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Sequassen 

Edward rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Edward added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from William about
June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation
in Connecticut

  • William is a Scoutmaster
  • William’s troop was at June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation is in council for William
  • William has attended June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation for 10 consecutive years, and travels approximately 45 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 46 of their 55 Scouts attending camp with 12 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation was $390.00 per Scout.

Does June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

William ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation

The fundamental Scout skills are key to sustaining their future involvement and experiences in Scouting.

William rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Excellently run program.

William added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

William ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation

Need to keep older Scouts interested in the program.

William rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

J.N. Webster is always looking to add new programs to keep older Scouts interested. This includes ATV course, off camp activities such as white water, golf, rock climbing, and many others.

William added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

William ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation 

It needs to be a diverse program, offering merit badges of interest to all Scouts.

William rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Outstanding offereings for merit badges – old and new. Required and not required.

William added these comments regarding the merit badge program

June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

William ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation 

Facilities are important

William rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

All facilities exceeded expectations.

William added these comments regarding the facilities –

June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation’s Staff

William ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation 

The Camp Staff sets the tone for the Summer Camp experience. It starts from the top. This camp has a phenominal camp director as well as the entire staff.

William rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

All efforts to work with the troops and units in camp.

William added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Mike about
Woodruff
in Georgia

  • Mike is a Committee Chair
  • Mike’s troop was at Woodruff beginning on June 14, 2015 for seven days.
  • Woodruff is in council for Mike
  • Mike has attended Woodruff for 11 consecutive years, and travels approximately 95 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 11 of their 37 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Woodruff was $350.00 per Scout.

Does Woodruff have a younger Scout program? Yes

Mike ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Woodruff

Helps reinforce basic skills for younger scouts and promotes Advancement

Mike rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

The enthusiasm the Scouts had afterwards

Mike added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Woodruff have a older Scout program? Yes

Mike ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Woodruff

We had 2 crews go to Philmont this year, so offering something interesting for those older Scouts that did not attend Philmont was important

Mike rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Woodruff Extreme is a cool program that shows significant promise after just it’s second year.

Mike added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Woodruff’s Merit Badge Program

Mike ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Woodruff 

Helps promote Advancement

Mike rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Mike added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Woodruff is a bit of a “Merit Badge Factory”. We choose to evaluate MBs allegedly earned during Summer Camp and determine if the requirements have actually been met before awarding the MB.

We also encourage Scouts to take MBs that are not easily done at home – e.g. Welding, Small Boat Sailing, etc., focusing our Scouts’ Eagle Required MBs with MB Counselors from within our Troop which helps ensure a better experience for our Scouts and promotes deeper learning and retention of the material.

Woodruff’s  Facilities

Mike ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Woodruff 

Facilities set the tone for the week.

Mike rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

The setting, the Scoutmaster’s Lounge, temps are more moderate than other area camps because WSR is in the mountains. The Dining Hall needs A/C though!!

Mike added these comments regarding the facilities –

Woodruff’s Staff

Mike ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Woodruff 

The quality of the Camp Staff directly determines the quality of the experience our Scouts have.

Mike rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Professionalism and enthusiasm of the staff.

Mike added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Allen about
Resica Falls Scout Camp
in Pennsylvania

  • Allen is a Scoutmaster
  • Allen’s troop was at Resica Falls Scout Camp beginning on July 19, 2015 for seven days.
  • Resica Falls Scout Camp is out of council for Allen
  • Allen has attended Resica Falls Scout Camp for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 160 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 30 of their 38 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Resica Falls Scout Camp was $399.00 per Scout.

Does Resica Falls Scout Camp have a younger Scout program? Yes

Allen ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 6 out of 10 in considering Resica Falls Scout Camp

Allen rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

They did a great job of teaching the Patrol Method to our first year scouts

Allen added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Resica Falls Scout Camp have a older Scout program? Yes

Allen ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Resica Falls Scout Camp

Because making sure we have older Scouts attending Camp with the Troop is our number one concern every year

Allen rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

They offered a good mix of Merit Badges and High Adventure Programs

Allen added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Resica Falls Scout Camp’s Merit Badge Program

Allen ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Resica Falls Scout Camp 

Need good variety in Merit Badge selections

Allen rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

All Scouts commented very positively about their Merit Badge Classes

Allen added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Resica Falls Scout Camp’s  Facilities

Allen ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Resica Falls Scout Camp 

To make sure that we had the maximum number of Scouts Attend Camp with us.

Allen rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Allen added these comments regarding the facilities –

Resica Falls Scout Camp’s Staff

Allen ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Resica Falls Scout Camp 

I always try to make sure that the Camp has a good staff of competent scouters

Allen rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Allen added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Jason about
Camp Wyandot
in Ohio

  • Jason is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Jason’s troop was at Camp Wyandot beginning on July 19, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Wyandot is in council for Jason
  • Jason has attended Camp Wyandot for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 20 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 10 of their 12 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Wyandot was $245.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Wyandot have a younger Scout program? Yes

Jason ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Wyandot

Offers a great jump start

Jason rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

They were able to be with other kids their own ages and learn a lot

Jason added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Wyandot have a older Scout program? Yes

Jason ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Wyandot

Jason rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Lots of available merit badge offerings

Jason added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Wyandot’s Merit Badge Program

Jason ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Wyandot 

Lots of choices

Jason rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Jason added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Too many partials were earned due to lack of planning of some of the merit badges

Camp Wyandot’s  Facilities

Jason ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Wyandot 

Great bath and shower facitlies, nice camp sites, scenic

Jason rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Everything but the dining hall

Jason added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Wyandot’s Staff

Jason ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Wyandot 

Very personable and small turnover annually

Jason rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Offered a great experience to the boys

Jason added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from eric about
Camp Daniel Boone
in North Carolina

  • eric is a Scoutmaster
  • eric’s troop was at Camp Daniel Boone beginning on June 6, 2015 for five days.
  • Camp Daniel Boone is out of council for eric
  • eric has attended Camp Daniel Boone for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 800 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 16 of their 35 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Daniel Boone was $475.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Daniel Boone have a younger Scout program? Yes

eric ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Daniel Boone

eric rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

eric added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Daniel Boone have a older Scout program? Yes

eric ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Daniel Boone

eric rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

eric added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Daniel Boone’s Merit Badge Program

eric ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Daniel Boone 

eric rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

eric added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Daniel Boone’s  Facilities

eric ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Daniel Boone 

eric rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

eric added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Daniel Boone’s Staff

eric ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Daniel Boone 

eric rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

eric added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Brian about
Camp Meriwether
in Oregon

  • Brian is a Scoutmaster
  • Brian’s troop was at Camp Meriwether beginning on July 11, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Meriwether is out of council for Brian
  • Brian has attended Camp Meriwether for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 307 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 18 of their 25 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Meriwether was $364.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Meriwether have a younger Scout program? Yes

Brian ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Meriwether

Brian rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Not only was there a trail to first class program, it included two merit badges; First Aid and Scouting Heritage.

Brian added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Meriwether have a older Scout program? Yes

Brian ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Meriwether

Brian rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Brian added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Meriwether’s Merit Badge Program

Brian ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Meriwether 

Brian rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Brian added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Meriwether’s  Facilities

Brian ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Meriwether 

Brian rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Brian added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Meriwether’s Staff

Brian ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Meriwether 

Brian rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

The only camp staff that was disappointing was the Program Director. The Program Director was quite unapproachable and ran things from an executive level of leadership. I am used to having some regular small group or one on one conversation with the Program Director throughout the week as the Scoutmaster and that did not happen here. The other staff, including the Camp Director were fantastic.

Brian added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Gerry about
Camp Grimes
in North Carolina

  • Gerry is a Scoutmaster
  • Gerry’s troop was at Camp Grimes beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Grimes is in council for Gerry
  • Gerry has attended Camp Grimes for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 90 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 22 of their 45 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Grimes was $260.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Grimes have a younger Scout program? Yes

Gerry ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 2 out of 10 in considering Camp Grimes

We don’t use the “trail blazer” program. We conduct a new scout outing after cross-over, so the camp program is repetitive in nature, and the scouts have told us they are bored with it, plus we want the scout to come away with a merit badge as an accomplishment. For the trail blazer you don’t earn any merit badges. We pick the merit badge courses so that they are all together that also tie back to rank requirements, with a mix of eagle, and non eagle badges

Gerry rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 1 out of 10

Gerry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

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Does Camp Grimes have a older Scout program? Yes

Gerry ranked the older Scout program ranked 2 out of 10 in considering Camp Grimes

We offer high adventure every year, and our older more experienced scouts attend this, in place of summer camp.

Gerry rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Gerry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

The camp as a whole has gotten better, and is now offering more items for older scouts, this year they had a program to take you to the Summit for a week. This generated some interest from older scouts.

Camp Grimes’s Merit Badge Program

Gerry ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Grimes 

We want the scouts to come away with merit badges as a means to advancement. Our scouts average about 5-6 merit badges each from summer camp.

Gerry rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

yes, the scouts were able to complete most merit badges during summer camp.

Gerry added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Grimes’s  Facilities

Gerry ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Grimes 

New facilities or facilities in good condition generally go with the strength of the program and care put into place. Scouts will not want to go to a run down campsite.

Gerry rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

yes, they have put money into the camp grounds.

Gerry added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Grimes’s Staff

Gerry ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Grimes 

Gerry rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Gerry added these comments regarding the staff –

we have no control over this (camp staff), and they are volunteers, it’s more about the program and facilities.

 

Answers from Deby about
Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch
in Missouri

  • Deby is a Advancement Chair
  • Deby’s troop was at Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch is in council for Deby
  • Deby has attended Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch for 5 consecutive years, and travels approximately 65 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 13 of their 21 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch was $260.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch have a younger Scout program? Yes

Deby ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch

the younger scout program is designed to help the scouts understand the patrol method.

Deby rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Deby added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch have a older Scout program? Yes

Deby ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch

Deby rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Deby added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch’s Merit Badge Program

Deby ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch 

Deby rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Deby added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Our council recently did the online summer camp registration this year and it was a total mess. You were limited to how many boys you could put on a camp site, limited to what merit badges they could sign up for…

Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch’s  Facilities

Deby ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch 

Deby rated satisfaction with the facilities 2 out of 10 because:

Camp Gamble has been around for 50 years. Council needs to spend some money on the infrastructure of the camp.

Deby added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch’s Staff

Deby ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Gamble /S-F Scout Ranch 

Over the last 5 years, summer camp staff has been instrumental in the success our week at summer camp.

Deby rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Camp staff is friendly and outgoing bunch of Scouts.

Deby added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Mark about
Bayport Scout Reservation
in Virginia

  • Mark is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Mark’s troop was at Bayport Scout Reservation beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Bayport Scout Reservation is in council for Mark
  • Mark has attended Bayport Scout Reservation for 8 consecutive years, and travels approximately 125 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 40 of their 55 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Bayport Scout Reservation was $300.00 per Scout.

Does Bayport Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Mark ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Bayport Scout Reservation

Mark rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

The Bayport Nighthawk program is designed for more inexperienced Scouts & the staff does an excellent job making these boys feel more comfortable in the outdoors & makes their (very often) 1st summer camp experience GREAT!

Mark added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Bayport Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Mark ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Bayport Scout Reservation

Mark rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 6 out of 10 

Mark added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Bayport has a great waterfront, climbing tower & ropes (COPES) course, but they often limit the number of participants making it hard to get into those activities.

Bayport Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Mark ranked the merit badge program 6 out of 10 in considering Bayport Scout Reservation 

Mark rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Mark added these comments regarding the merit badge program

The program is good; probably comparable to any other camp.

Bayport Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Mark ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Bayport Scout Reservation 

Bayport has great facilities!

Mark rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

We have been going to Bayport since it has been open. They know us & take special care of us because we are loyal to them. Most of the staff have been working there for as long as we have been going, so we feel like family. We make sure that we feel special to each other!!!

Mark added these comments regarding the facilities –

Bayport Scout Reservation’s Staff

Mark ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Bayport Scout Reservation 

The Bayport staff work very hard all summer to provide a great experience. They make us feel like family.

Mark rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Again, because we ALWAYS attend OUR camp, they give us the family treatment. These guys are GOOD!!!

Mark added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Stephen about
Camp Karoondinha
in Pennsylvania

  • Stephen is a COR
  • Stephen’s troop was at Camp Karoondinha beginning on July 19, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Karoondinha is in council for Stephen
  • Stephen has attended Camp Karoondinha for 5 consecutive years, and travels approximately 35 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 18 of their 33 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Karoondinha was $330.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Karoondinha have a younger Scout program? Yes

Stephen ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Karoondinha

This helps start scouts off on the right foot for scouting – plus help them with working down the requirements for the lower rank advancement

Stephen rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Stephen added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Karoondinha have a older Scout program? Yes

Stephen ranked the older Scout program ranked 6 out of 10 in considering Camp Karoondinha

Stephen rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 6 out of 10 

Stephen added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Most of my scouts were taking merit badge classes – not COPE or a specific high adventure course

Camp Karoondinha’s Merit Badge Program

Stephen ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Karoondinha 

This is where scouts can earn merit badges that I can not offer at troop meetings – such as rifle or archery – do not have the equipment nor the instructors for such badges

Stephen rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 4 out of 10 because:

Stephen added these comments regarding the merit badge program

I think they spent too much time sitting and doing workbook work versus doing the activities of the badge

Camp Karoondinha’s  Facilities

Stephen ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Camp Karoondinha 

Stephen rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

There was plenty of food, pool was open,

Stephen added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Karoondinha’s Staff

Stephen ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Karoondinha 

Stephen rated satisfaction with the staff 6 out of 10 because:

Stephen added these comments regarding the staff –

The camp staff did a good job – no major problems like last year where the staff member for Communications had the scouts debate a very controversial topic that upset many of us adult leaders – lets just put it this way, it was a subject that should not have been brought up at a scout environment

 

Answers from Matt about
Rodney Scout Reservation
in Maryland

  • Matt is a Scoutmaster
  • Matt’s troop was at Rodney Scout Reservation beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Rodney Scout Reservation is out of council for Matt
  • Matt has attended Rodney Scout Reservation for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 150 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 36 of their 56 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Rodney Scout Reservation was $399.00 per Scout.

Does Rodney Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Matt ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Rodney Scout Reservation

Getting a new scout a quality camp experience keeps them in the program

Matt rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Focus on not just rank advancement, but also exposure to all program areas and what camp life is about.

Matt added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Rodney Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Matt ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Rodney Scout Reservation

Need to keep older scouts in camp for leadership, but they need fun too

Matt rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Well, well above what I expected and gave them opportunity to earn merit badges too

Matt added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Rodney Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Matt ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Rodney Scout Reservation 

This was what the scouts wanted.

Matt rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Quality instruction; very little “sitting on buts”

Matt added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Rodney Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Matt ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Rodney Scout Reservation 

Matt rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Waterfront property on the Chesapeake and up to date program areas.

Matt added these comments regarding the facilities –

Rodney Scout Reservation’s Staff

Matt ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering Rodney Scout Reservation 

Quality staff = quality program

Matt rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

They showed real leadership & maturity

Matt added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Gene about
Camp Friedlander
in Ohio

  • Gene is a Scoutmaster
  • Gene’s troop was at Camp Friedlander beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Friedlander is in council for Gene
  • Gene has attended Camp Friedlander for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 20 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 25 of their 50 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Friedlander was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Friedlander have a younger Scout program? Yes

Gene ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Friedlander

It’s vitally important to get younger scouts off to a good start. They make progress toward ranks, but they also “get to know” the camp with other guys in the same boat.

Gene rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Great program, great instructors, great enthusiasm!

Gene added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Friedlander have a older Scout program? Yes

Gene ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Friedlander

Gene rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Gene added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Friedlander’s Merit Badge Program

Gene ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Friedlander 

Merit Badges are a big reason our scouts attend camp. They are working on advancement, and MB’s are important to that. Not the only reason to attend camp, but a big one.

Gene rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Gene added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Friedlander’s  Facilities

Gene ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Friedlander 

Gene rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Awesome camp, with great facilities. Pool, Lake, Climbing Tower are all top notch. Added bonus… air-conditioned dining hall!

Gene added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Friedlander’s Staff

Gene ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Friedlander 

Gene rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Gene added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Jim about
Camp Ranachqua
in New York

  • Jim is a Unit Commissioner
  • Jim’s troop was at Camp Ranachqua beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Ranachqua is out of council for Jim
  • Jim has attended Camp Ranachqua for 14 consecutive years, and travels approximately 75 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 34 of their 34 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Ranachqua was $390.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Ranachqua have a younger Scout program? Yes

Jim ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Ranachqua

New scouts learn things sooner than later

Jim rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

It was a new program and the scouts were able to learn at their own pace, instead of 15 eleven year olds trying to learn something and when that class was over they moved on the next

Jim added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Ranachqua have a older Scout program? Yes

Jim ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Ranachqua

Scouts who didn’t really need more merit badges had something to do

Jim rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

the variety

Jim added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Ranachqua’s Merit Badge Program

Jim ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Ranachqua 

the camp offered some merit bag=dges you can’t do most anywhere else

Jim rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

The variety and the staff

Jim added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Ranachqua’s  Facilities

Jim ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Ranachqua 

need good facilities

Jim rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

New programs

Jim added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Ranachqua’s Staff

Jim ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Ranachqua 

Camo Ranachqua has many returning staff year to year

Jim rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

The new staff were able to blend right in and teach as good as the many who have returned over the years

Jim added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Gene about
Tuhauya
in Texas

  • Gene is a Scoutmaster
  • Gene’s troop was at Tuhauya beginning on June 21, 2015 for six days.
  • Tuhauya is out of council for Gene
  • Gene has attended Tuhauya for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 150 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 25 of their 85 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Tuhauya was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Tuhauya have a younger Scout program? Yes

Gene ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Tuhauya

This is critical to our troop program and is a great start in scouting for the youth.

Gene rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Gene added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Tuhauya have a older Scout program? No

Gene ranked the older Scout program ranked  out of 10 in considering Tuhauya

Gene rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Gene added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Tuhauya’s Merit Badge Program

Gene ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Tuhauya 

Gene rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Staff were very helpful and willing to go the extra mile for the Youth.

Gene added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Tuhauya’s  Facilities

Gene ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Tuhauya 

Gene rated satisfaction with the facilities 3 out of 10 because:

Facilities are very “rustic” and seem to be at the failure point in regard to plumbing.

Gene added these comments regarding the facilities –

Tuhauya’s Staff

Gene ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Tuhauya 

Gene rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

Positive attitudes and helpful approach.

Gene added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from ray about
Manatoc
in Ohio

  • ray is a Scoutmaster
  • ray’s troop was at Manatoc beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Manatoc is out of council for ray
  • ray has attended Manatoc for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 30 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 24 of their 31 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Manatoc was $335.00 per Scout.

Does Manatoc have a younger Scout program? Yes

ray ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Manatoc

Advancement and balance for all Scouts in our group

ray rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

They made adjustments this year to include a one hour period at noon for instructional time including swimming. This was very advantageous because many Scouts do not need to go through their entire T-2-1 program and only need a few requirements to finish up a rank. Less time wasted repeating requirements and/or information.

ray added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Manatoc have a older Scout program? Yes

ray ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Manatoc

Our Troop has a lot of older Scouts who are working to Eagle. Sometimes it can be challenging to fully engage those Scouts.

ray rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

They made sure to have a Trail to Eagle program for older boys who need advice or feedback about the process. They increases some of the Eagle MB’s offered and they added additional programs to give greater variety and selections.

ray added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Manatoc’s Merit Badge Program

ray ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Manatoc 

The camp we used to go to, which was always in Counsel, was termed a MB factory by prior Adult Leaders. The boys said that this camp does make it more challenging and difficult to get their badges but they appreciated learning more about specific badges.

ray rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

This camp is consistently working on the quality of their CIM’s and the level of expertise a Counselor has.

ray added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Manatoc’s  Facilities

ray ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Manatoc 

Great old Dining Hall, nice camp sites, new poll and shower facilities, and a nice terrain being inside of a National Park-very unique.

ray rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

They are working on a capital improvement plan spanning the next 10 years which will continue to make their facilities very nice.

ray added these comments regarding the facilities –

Manatoc’s Staff

ray ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Manatoc 

Staff makes all the difference. Our boys constantly say how nice their Counselors are and how nice the staff is.

ray rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

They are amazing.

ray added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from W about
Three Falls
in California

  • W is a Scoutmaster
  • W’s troop was at Three Falls beginning on July 12, 2015 for six days.
  • Three Falls is in council for W
  • W has attended Three Falls for 5 consecutive years, and travels approximately 96 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 12 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Three Falls was $360.00 per Scout.

Does Three Falls have a younger Scout program? Yes

W ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Three Falls

Some activities in this particular camp “Pathfinder” program are difficult to consistently do with a small unit, especially when many are beyond FC.

W rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

They actually “do” the skills and work consistently as a group. NO actual sign-off’s are done in the book; that job falls to the unit, hopefully after review and additional demo’s in many instances. Boys get a personal booklet of things done; and leaders get a synopsis. Each level in T-F is done in a separate session so the focus is where it needs to be. Simply the overall best program have seen in camps since the late 90’s.

W added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Three Falls have a older Scout program? Yes

W ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Three Falls

Opportunities for more challenging activities are important for older scouts, though we allow them choice. Some prefer to spend “litteral down, unwind time”, which is important for many, as they are too over programmed at home and have too many distractions to get real relaxation.

W rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

More than most scouts could do in a week; the selections make it easier for them to consider returning to do the “next” challenge.

W added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Three Falls’s Merit Badge Program

W ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Three Falls 

Wide enough selection is important; they have a couple of unique offerings and add things, or replace them sometimes to meet majority needs.

W rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Most areas strong, though some concerns, especially in crafts area.

W added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Three Falls’s  Facilities

W ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Three Falls 

Reality says a run down camp leaves a poor impression with attendees.

W rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Food especially; they have found an ideal leader in the kitchen. Climbing program is exceptional, as well as shooting. Safe and climbing especially popular with two night climbs on their 57 foot wall. Also great astronomy program being developed; it has yet to meet its potential, but a dedicated location with an 8 inch telescope and premier sky according to local experts. STEM limited to badges needing outside time beyond “classroom” sessions.

W added these comments regarding the facilities –

Three Falls’s Staff

W ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Three Falls 

Poor staff can ruin a good camp.

W rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Best CD and PD team, along with TTFC have seen in years; maybe best overall period. Cook, as noted, also superior. Dedicated medic, and fast access to medical help as needed, though location of camp “could” require airlift in extreme situations. They have on call doctor for all sessions to support medical staff on site.

The staff was a team and truly appeared bonded as such, almost like a large family.

W added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Walt about
Held our own camp
in Nevada

  • Walt is a Scoutmaster
  • Walt’s troop was at Held our own camp beginning on June 29, 2015 for five days.
  • Held our own camp is Not sure for Walt
  • Walt has attended Held our own camp for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 140 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 50 of their 14 Scouts attending camp with 30 adults, (5 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Held our own camp was $175.00 per Scout.

Does Held our own camp have a younger Scout program? Yes

Walt ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 6 out of 10 in considering Held our own camp

Walt rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

We put on our own camp. We had a total of 3 troops and 3 teams there. We set up the camp to specifically offer the things that our youth needed.

Walt added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Held our own camp have a older Scout program? Yes

Walt ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Held our own camp

Walt rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Walt added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

We combined three Varsity teams for our own camping experience. Since we planned and executed the camp it met the needs of our older scouts.

Held our own camp’s Merit Badge Program

Walt ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Held our own camp 

Having the opportunity to earn Merit Badges helps our younger scouts get a good foundation when starting out in Scouting.

Walt rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Since we put on our own camp, the merit badge instructors were adults from our area. I believe the boys received better instruction from these counselors than they normally get from younger MB counselors at BSA summer camps.

Walt added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Held our own camp’s  Facilities

Walt ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Held our own camp 

The boys need to have something different at camp that they don’t normally have when they’re at home.

Walt rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

The ranch that we were at had all the facilities within a close walking distance, so very little time was wasted. Also, all of the facilities were top notch- actually better than any that we’ve had access to at official BSA camps.

Walt added these comments regarding the facilities –

Held our own camp’s Staff

Walt ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Held our own camp 

As the BSA has been moving toward changing it’s standards and allowing people with lifestyles that are different than ours, we liked having our own camp because we knew all the people who were on staff would be there to support all of our standards.

Walt rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Of the adults on staff at our camp, there were only a few who weren’t highly trained Scouting Volunteers. Almost all of our volunteers had been to Woodbadge as either participants or staff.

Walt added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Andrew about
Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale
in Oklahoma

  • Andrew is a Scoutmaster
  • Andrew’s troop was at Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale beginning on May 31, 2015 for six days.
  • Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale is in council for Andrew
  • Andrew has attended Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale for 15 consecutive years, and travels approximately 167 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 18 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale have a younger Scout program? Yes

Andrew ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 6 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale

Andrew rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

While not a deciding factor, the “Soaring to Eagle” program helps the new scouts learn some basic scout skills and work on partial rank advancements while learning the layout of the camp and how to work with boy they AREN’T familiar with. That being said, I like to double check that they are learning what is checked off… not all staffers are created equal.

Andrew added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale have a older Scout program? Yes

Andrew ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale

Andrew rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Andrew added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

None of my older scouts took part in the program this year. The past 3 years were either bad or mixed reviews, so my boys opted to take merit badge classes instead.

Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale’s Merit Badge Program

Andrew ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale 

Merit badges are a big reason for the boys to go to camp. Hale offers over 50 merit badges, so there is something for everyone.

Andrew rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Same as a previous comment. Not all merit badge counselors/staffers are created equally. Some put a lot of effort into their instruction, others not so much.

Andrew added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale’s  Facilities

Andrew ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale 

Andrew rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

Andrew added these comments regarding the facilities –

This camp has very nice facilities in the dining hall and some of the merit badge areas, but there needs to be more improvement on some of the older facilities, particularly the bathroom/shower facilities.

Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale’s Staff

Andrew ranked the staff 6 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation aka Camp Tom Hale 

Andrew rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Overall the camp staff is very friendly and accommodating. The camp director is great and has done this for awhile, so nothing phases him, which is good when you have 800 attendees x 7 weeks. The counselor/instructor staff is, as I mentioned a few times, a toss up of what you get.

Andrew added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Wayne about
Winnebago Scout Reserve
in New Jersey

  • Wayne is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Wayne’s troop was at Winnebago Scout Reserve beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Winnebago Scout Reserve is out of council for Wayne
  • Wayne has attended Winnebago Scout Reserve for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 134 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 16 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Winnebago Scout Reserve was $371.00.00 per Scout.

Does Winnebago Scout Reserve have a younger Scout program? Yes

Wayne ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 2 out of 10 in considering Winnebago Scout Reserve

None of the scouts that went to camp were first year scouts

Wayne rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Wayne added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Winnebago Scout Reserve have a older Scout program? Yes

Wayne ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Winnebago Scout Reserve

We have a number of boys that were looking to complete requirements/merit badges to get closer to Eagle Scout.

Wayne rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Only issue we had at the camp were a few prerequisite that were not listed in the camp literature – so a few scouts only got a particle for their merit badge

Wayne added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Winnebago Scout Reserve’s Merit Badge Program

Wayne ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Winnebago Scout Reserve 

The boys (for better or worse) see summer camp as a chance to complete as many merit badges as possible

Wayne rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Great variety of programs were offered

Wayne added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Winnebago Scout Reserve’s  Facilities

Wayne ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Winnebago Scout Reserve 

When deciding on a camp to attend – we look at things like what is the campsite like (bathroom, fire ring, tent or Adirondack), aquatics, distance between merit badge classes, etc

Wayne rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Well maintained camp – can see they are constantly improving and adding to the scout reserve

Wayne added these comments regarding the facilities –

Winnebago Scout Reserve’s Staff

Wayne ranked the staff 6 out of 10 in considering Winnebago Scout Reserve 

Wayne rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

energetic, helpful and all around good group of boys worked this camp.

Wayne added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Phil about
Camp McKee
in Kentucky

  • Phil is a Scoutmaster
  • Phil’s troop was at Camp McKee beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp McKee is in council for Phil
  • Phil has attended Camp McKee for 26 consecutive years, and travels approximately 55 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 11 of their 15 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp McKee was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Camp McKee have a younger Scout program? Yes

Phil ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Camp McKee

Getting quality instruction and lots of Tfoot-1Class sign-offs is very helpful and one of the most important parts of camp. Some scouts who don’t go to camp their first year struggle to make First Class in 18 months and are more susceptible to dropping out. It is also a great bonding experience as the younger scout patrol all goes through it together

Phil rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Yes, overall for the last years it has…it has gotten better recently. There have been some rank sign-off’s not done recently that were in the past, but I believe that they may not have really been finished in the past either.

A young scout can also earn up to four merit badges at summer camp (two Eagle req.), in addition to many rank sign-offs.

Phil added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp McKee have a older Scout program? Yes

Phil ranked the older Scout program ranked 3 out of 10 in considering Camp McKee

Most of our older scouts go to summer camp for Merit badges and to have fun in the events staged. So ‘special’ programs (like Lewis & Clark, Climbing week, etc.), are not as important to them. Also the camp doesn’t offer all the special ones every week and we typically go during a less populated week, so they are not offered.

That said, we did get two Scouts (both Eagles), into BSA LIfeguard training instead of more merit badges and they loved it. It was a special arrangement with our camp staff. They can be very flexible.

Phil rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Flexibility, many, many merit badges offered and good instruction. Opportunities for troop competitions that the older scouts teach/guide the younger ones through.

Phil added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp McKee’s Merit Badge Program

Phil ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp McKee 

This is the best place and time to get the Merit badges they need for Star to Eagle ranks. And they can earn six normally, and sometimes seven or eight in one year. That means, the first year of camp they get three or four, then two years later they are up to 16 or so, even if they don’t do anything else during the year (which of course is not the case).

Phil rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Phil added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp McKee’s  Facilities

Phil ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Camp McKee 

Yes, if the boys aren’t RELATIVELY comfortable it can lead to Scouts dropping out of Scouting. And bad facilities are the easiest way for a scout’s experience (IMO) to be bad.

Phil rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

We have been there a million times….and we know what to expect. Small improvements are made each year.

The Shooting Sports at Camp McKee are THE BEST in the country. Our Shooting Sports Director is phenomenal. Our shotgun and rifle venues draw troops from surrounding states year in and year out.

Phil added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp McKee’s Staff

Phil ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp McKee 

We go near the end of the camp season. It is easy for young staff to be worn down by then. But they always have a positive attitude and seem to be ‘up’ all the time. That energy level really affects the troop’s kids

Phil rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

They did, as always. Well, as the nearly always have….this was a very good year in that regard.

Phil added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Scott about
Bert Adams
in Georgia

  • Scott is a Scoutmaster
  • Scott’s troop was at Bert Adams beginning on May 31, 2015 for six days.
  • Bert Adams is out of council for Scott
  • Scott has attended Bert Adams for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 60 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 17 of their 32 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Bert Adams was $310.00 per Scout.

Does Bert Adams have a younger Scout program? Yes

Scott ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Bert Adams

we do a comprehensive Scout Skills camp out for new Scouts prior to camp

Scott rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Scott added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Bert Adams have a older Scout program? Yes

Scott ranked the older Scout program ranked 1 out of 10 in considering Bert Adams

older Scouts are typically looking to work on MB’s they need for Eagle

Scott rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Scott added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Bert Adams’s Merit Badge Program

Scott ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Bert Adams 

want a good mix of MB’s

Scott rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

lots of variety and most are taught by older Scouts

Scott added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Bert Adams’s  Facilities

Scott ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Bert Adams 

Bert Adams is better than anything we have in Council

Scott rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

clean site. Electricity in site. pavilion with fans

Scott added these comments regarding the facilities –

Bert Adams’s Staff

Scott ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Bert Adams 

want good quality counselors

Scott rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

overall experience and the fact that most of the counselors had been there the year before as well

Scott added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Melissa about
Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls
in Oklahoma

  • Melissa is a Advancement chair
  • Melissa’s troop was at Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls is out of council for Melissa
  • Melissa has attended Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 150 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 12 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls was $245.00 per Scout.

Does Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls have a younger Scout program? Yes

Melissa ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 6 out of 10 in considering Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls

Melissa rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

Melissa added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls have a older Scout program? Yes

Melissa ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls

Melissa rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Melissa added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls’s Merit Badge Program

Melissa ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls 

Variety and number of merit badge opportunities are important because of the diverse interests of our scouts

Melissa rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Melissa added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls’s  Facilities

Melissa ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls 

Shower facilities are important because this is when the scouts can check their bodies for ticks and other injuries and ask for first aid.

Melissa rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Melissa added these comments regarding the facilities –

Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls’s Staff

Melissa ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Kerr Scout Ranch at Slippery falls 

Melissa rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Their great customer service during our stay with them.

Melissa added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Thomas about
Rodney Scout Reservation
in Maryland

  • Thomas is a Scoutmaster
  • Thomas’s troop was at Rodney Scout Reservation beginning on June 21, 2015 for six days.
  • Rodney Scout Reservation is out of council for Thomas
  • Thomas has attended Rodney Scout Reservation for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 185 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 18 of their 21 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Rodney Scout Reservation was $380.00 per Scout.

Does Rodney Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Thomas ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Rodney Scout Reservation

Beyond Troop activities, this introduces young Scouts to basic Scouting ideals and/or reinforces what the Troop is teaching. Also it introduces young Scouts to camp life, how to get around and where things are, and most importantly time management. Most of my young Scouts are in elementary school, and not use to moving from class to class. The bonus of Rodney is they include at least 1 period of a “fun” activity to introduce the younger Scouts to. Rodney also offers the younger Scouts certain training that would be difficult for us to do in our area.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Enthusiasm. Younger Scouts leave camp wanting to come back. If they say they covered a requirement, they did.

Thomas added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Rodney Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Thomas ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Rodney Scout Reservation

If you just cater to younger Scouts, what are the older Scouts going to do? Why would they want to go to camp? There has to be programs outside of merit badges, to keep the older Scouts interest.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Amount of open periods, and instruction/activities outside of merit badges. Advanced wilderness survival, bay hikes, etc.

Thomas added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Rodney Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Thomas ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Rodney Scout Reservation 

Opportunity for Scouts to learn new skills or gain knowledge in merit badges that are not always available in the area we live in.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Not give aways. Always get a few incompletes, which is how it should be as some merit badges are tough to do in 1 week. The counselors at the camp were almost always willing to offer help and work with the Scouts.

Thomas added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Rodney Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Thomas ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Rodney Scout Reservation 

Better experience for all. Not saying has to me modern facilities, just maintained. Should feel safe, that if the camp staff cares to maintain, they care about the Scouts. We do primitive camping, and when we do, we expect primitive or no facilities. When going to camp, we do not need to feel as if the latrine is going to collapse or you are going to fall in.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Dedicated adult showers, available 24/7. If there was an issue with anything in camp, the Ranger staff tried to repair it immediately. This is sometimes a safety and/or health issue.

Thomas added these comments regarding the facilities –

Rodney Scout Reservation’s Staff

Thomas ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Rodney Scout Reservation 

Are they properly trained? Been to a camp where counselors didn’t know the subject matter. Are they enthusiastic? Do they want to be there? If not, will not be a good time for my Scouts. Do they set an example of Scout Spirit? Are they having some fun? I want a camp where my Scouts may look into the future and say they want to work there and help other Scouts.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Hate to say this, but with Rodney staff as I have seen, they set the bar, then try to exceed it. They work with Scout Spirit, follow the oath and law. Show enthusiasm and willingness to work with others that set an example to my older Scouts, and to the younger Scouts. When I ask other Scouters about camps in a reasonable distance from our area to possible rotate to, this is what I am looking for in the staff.

Thomas added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Trey about
Camp Mattatuck
in Connecticut

  • Trey is a Youth Member
  • Trey’s troop was at Camp Mattatuck beginning on July 19, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Mattatuck is in council for Trey
  • Trey has attended Camp Mattatuck for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 5 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 21 of their 30 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Mattatuck was $380.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Mattatuck have a younger Scout program? Yes

Trey ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Mattatuck

Trey rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Trey added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Mattatuck have a older Scout program? Yes

Trey ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Mattatuck

Trey rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

This was my first year that I was able to do some of the older scout programs and I was very pleased with them.

Trey added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Mattatuck’s Merit Badge Program

Trey ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Mattatuck 

Trey rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

The camp offers many merit badges

Trey added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Mattatuck’s  Facilities

Trey ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Mattatuck 

Trey rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Trey added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Mattatuck’s Staff

Trey ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Mattatuck 

Trey rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Amazing staff

Trey added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bill about
Camp Krietenstein
in Indiana

  • Bill is a COR
  • Bill’s troop was at Camp Krietenstein beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Krietenstein is in council for Bill
  • Bill has attended Camp Krietenstein for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 45 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 4 of their 7 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Krietenstein was $245.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Krietenstein have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Krietenstein

Bill rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Krietenstein have a older Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Krietenstein

Bill rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 6 out of 10 

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Krietenstein’s Merit Badge Program

Bill ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Krietenstein 

Bill rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Bill added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Krietenstein’s  Facilities

Bill ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Krietenstein 

Bill rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Bill added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Krietenstein’s Staff

Bill ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Krietenstein 

Bill rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Bill added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bill about
Camp Fife
in Washington

  • Bill is a Scoutmaster
  • Bill’s troop was at Camp Fife beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Fife is out of council for Bill
  • Bill has attended Camp Fife for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 155 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 14 of their 19 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Fife was $265.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Fife have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Fife

Bill rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

2 of our scouts worked on advancement to 1st class but not much was offered and we did more with our troop guide.

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Fife have a older Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Fife

looked for eagle required and offsite/hi-adventure avtivities.

Bill rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

climbing, horsemanship, metalwork were uniquie offerings and the scouts took advantage of them.

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Fife’s Merit Badge Program

Bill ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Fife 

we always look at programs that are hard to offer in the troop monthlies.

Bill rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

horsemanship, climbing and metalwork again were attened by 7-8 of our scouts.

Bill added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Fife’s  Facilities

Bill ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Fife 

chow hall, climbing, archery, shooting, aquatics facilities are top-notch.

Bill rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Bill added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Fife’s Staff

Bill ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Fife 

staff is always a deal breaker. it starts with camp director then program director. they have to lead and motivate the rest of the staff.

Bill rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Bill added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Michael about
Camp Yawgoog
in Rhode Island

  • Michael is a Committee Treasurer
  • Michael’s troop was at Camp Yawgoog beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Yawgoog is out of council for Michael
  • Michael has attended Camp Yawgoog for 7 consecutive years, and travels approximately 173 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 12 of their 30 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Yawgoog was $420.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Yawgoog have a younger Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Yawgoog

desire to get Scouts to First Class as quickly as possible

Michael rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

well run, had all elements needed to achieve First Class

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Yawgoog have a older Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Yawgoog

to hold interest of older Scouts and assure attendance of older Scouts who have many other options for summer activities

Michael rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

many options for merit badges – BSA life guarding – other activities inter-troop to keep interest high and activity level up, included traditional and newer merit badges such as robotics

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Yawgoog’s Merit Badge Program

Michael ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Yawgoog 

keeps older scouts interested and assures attendance by older scouts

Michael rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

many merit badges offered, including newer badges such as robotics

Michael added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Yawgoog’s  Facilities

Michael ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Yawgoog 

facilities are important to parents and parents’ trust of the program; also, assures scouts are safe and engaged

Michael rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

all round nice facility, clean restrooms, decent food, nice dining facility, first aid excellent, good adult facilities

Michael added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Yawgoog’s Staff

Michael ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Yawgoog 

without good staff the camp cannot function effeciently and the merit badge program fails

Michael rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

staff well trained, friendly and go out of their way to assure a good week

Michael added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Jewel about
Camp Tahuaya
in Texas

  • Jewel is a Ex Officer
  • Jewel’s troop was at Camp Tahuaya beginning on June 15, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Tahuaya is in council for Jewel
  • Jewel has attended Camp Tahuaya for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 35 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 12 of their 13 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Tahuaya was $230.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Tahuaya have a younger Scout program? Yes

Jewel ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Tahuaya

Lots of new scouts.

Jewel rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Baden-Powell Program for new scouts.

Jewel added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Tahuaya have a older Scout program? Yes

Jewel ranked the older Scout program ranked 4 out of 10 in considering Camp Tahuaya

Jewel rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 6 out of 10 

Jewel added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

none.

Camp Tahuaya’s Merit Badge Program

Jewel ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Tahuaya 

Advancements help make the scout feel like they are progression or moving forward in the program.

Jewel rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

the variety.

Jewel added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Tahuaya’s  Facilities

Jewel ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Tahuaya 

Because it is our camp and we want it looking nice and up to date.

Jewel rated satisfaction with the facilities 4 out of 10 because:

Jewel added these comments regarding the facilities –

Need new dinning facility.

Camp Tahuaya’s Staff

Jewel ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Tahuaya 

the staff makes the camp a success.

Jewel rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Willing to work with the troop.

Jewel added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Todd about
Camp Alexander
in Colorado

  • Todd is a Advancement / Training
  • Todd’s troop was at Camp Alexander beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Alexander is out of council for Todd
  • Todd has attended Camp Alexander for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 735 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 24 of their 47 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Alexander was $325.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Alexander have a younger Scout program? Yes

Todd ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Alexander

Majority of our scouts are younger.

Todd rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 3 out of 10

Todd added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Program guide was not what happened at camp

Does Camp Alexander have a older Scout program? Yes

Todd ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Alexander

Todd rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Todd added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Alexander’s Merit Badge Program

Todd ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Alexander 

It was important for the older scouts.

Todd rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Kids instructing did a good job.

Todd added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Alexander’s  Facilities

Todd ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Alexander 

Todd rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Todd added these comments regarding the facilities –

Overall camp was fine..

Camp Alexander’s Staff

Todd ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Alexander 

Todd rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Todd added these comments regarding the staff –

Camp staff needs to be aware of what is in their program guide.. Very disappointed on a couple of occasions that the staff had no idea what was written in their planning/program guide.

 

Answers from Steve about
Camp Durant
in North Carolina

  • Steve is a Committee Chair
  • Steve’s troop was at Camp Durant beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Durant is out of council for Steve
  • Steve has attended Camp Durant for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 150 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 21 of their 27 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Durant was $280.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Durant have a younger Scout program? Yes

Steve ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Durant

It gives the new Scouts an opportunity to learn a lot of basic Scout skills to give them a jump start towards rank advancement.

Steve rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 6 out of 10

Steve added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Durant have a older Scout program? Yes

Steve ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Durant

There have to be things other than the same old merit badges to get the older boys excited about coming to camp for a week in the heat.

Steve rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 3 out of 10 

The ATV course is nice, the opportunity to go to the Summit is nice, but that’s about all that was really offered to older Scouts (along with shotgun). There needs to be more adventure programs to get them excited about camp.

Steve added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Durant’s Merit Badge Program

Steve ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Durant 

We need more opportunities than those offered at our local camp’s special badge weekends (aquatics, ecology, shooting/climbing, and eagle). We need a variety of interesting badges that we’d have a difficult time finding merit badge counselors for back home.

Steve rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Steve added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Durant’s  Facilities

Steve ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Durant 

It has to be nice for everyone to want to go.

Steve rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Bath and Shower house in each campsite is HUGE advantage! Also ensures the boys take care of their own bathhouse instead of the possibility of boys messing up a bath house that they are not responsible to clean. Dining Hall / grand lodge were very nice (but Daniel Boone’s looks better). Aquatics Center was great.

Steve added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Durant’s Staff

Steve ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Durant 

Helpful, good customer service are important. Makes the boys feel important and valued.

Steve rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

Our Troop Guide was outstanding! Really paid attention to the boys and helped the SPL find his way.

Steve added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Mark about
Ingersoll Scout Reservation
in Illinois

  • Mark is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Mark’s troop was at Ingersoll Scout Reservation beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Ingersoll Scout Reservation is in council for Mark
  • Mark has attended Ingersoll Scout Reservation for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 60 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 34 of their 45 Scouts attending camp with 10 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Ingersoll Scout Reservation was $230.00 per Scout.

Does Ingersoll Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Mark ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Ingersoll Scout Reservation

Mark rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Mark added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Ingersoll Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Mark ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Ingersoll Scout Reservation

Mark rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Mark added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Ingersoll Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Mark ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Ingersoll Scout Reservation 

Mark rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Mark added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Ingersoll Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Mark ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Ingersoll Scout Reservation 

It’s close and in the counsel

Mark rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Mark added these comments regarding the facilities –

Ingersoll Scout Reservation’s Staff

Mark ranked the staff 6 out of 10 in considering Ingersoll Scout Reservation 

Mark rated satisfaction with the staff 6 out of 10 because:

Mark added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Dale about
Camp Parsons
in Washington

  • Dale is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Dale’s troop was at Camp Parsons beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Parsons is out of council for Dale
  • Dale has attended Camp Parsons for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 190 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 35 of their 60 Scouts attending camp with 9 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Parsons was $400.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Parsons have a younger Scout program? Yes

Dale ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Parsons

It’s important for the boys that need Trail to First Class (TTFC) to be able to accomplish some of the requirements while at camp and while outdoors.

Dale rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Each of our pre-First Class scouts were fully engaged and actively participating throughout the entire week.

Dale added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Parsons have a older Scout program? Yes

Dale ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Parsons

The older Scouts have to have a reason to attend. There has to be activities that will peak their interests and allow them to flex their Scouting skills.

Dale rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

For some of our older Scouts, this was their last Summer Camp before they age out later this year. None of them had a complaint about Summer Camp this year.

Dale added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Parsons’s Merit Badge Program

Dale ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Parsons 

I feel it’s very important that the merit badge program at camp offer as many as possible. Merit badges don’t make a Scout an “expert” on the topic, but is simply a means to expose the Scout to something that they may not have considered before.

Dale rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

There was no limit to the number of Scouts that could sign up for any of the offered merit badge sessions. This removed all the pressure and heartache that Scouts face at other times when only a certain number of Scouts would get into a session that they really wanted to attend.

Dale added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Parsons’s  Facilities

Dale ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Parsons 

There are certain minimums that the Camp must offer: clean bathrooms, showers and an area for the adults to go to (out of sight of the Scouts if possible) to check in with work (i.e. WiFi access is great!).

Dale rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Camp Parsons offers in camp-site bathrooms and showers. They completed a new and expanded Dining Hall that is capable of seating and serving the entire camp for each meal. The food prepared and served was great! The Troops did have to prepare and serve two meals in their camp sites so that TTFC Scouts could meet those requirements (and to give the camp cooks another day off).

Dale added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Parsons’s Staff

Dale ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Parsons 

A trained and experienced camp staff will always make Summer Camp better for everyone. This is an important factor.

Dale rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

The staff at Camp Parsons this year was excellent! It was an all guy staff but their level of staffing was perfect.

Dale added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bradley about
Bashore Scout Reservation
in Pennsylvania

  • Bradley is a Scoutmaster
  • Bradley’s troop was at Bashore Scout Reservation beginning on July 12, 2015 for six days.
  • Bashore Scout Reservation is in council for Bradley
  • Bradley has attended Bashore Scout Reservation for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 35 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 20 of their 40 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Bashore Scout Reservation was $350.00 per Scout.

Does Bashore Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bradley ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Bashore Scout Reservation

I believe a week at summer camp will keep them in the Scouting for years to come.

Bradley rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

The camp counselors are top-notch. Their Bashore Scout Reservation has a “Blue Mountain Man” program focuses on working with young scouts on requirements for “Tenderfoot” through “First Class” rank. They also have a “Green Bar” program for the 2nd-year+ Scouts that need help completing First Class.

Bradley added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Bashore Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Bradley ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Bashore Scout Reservation

important to have older Scouts at camp to help model behavior for the younger set.

Bradley rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 6 out of 10 

Bradley added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Bashore Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Bradley ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Bashore Scout Reservation 

Our Scouts see this week of camp as an opportunity to earn several MBs in a short amount of time.

Bradley rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

The counselors were patient, kind, and well-suited for their MB program(s).

Bradley added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Bashore Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Bradley ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Bashore Scout Reservation 

We wanted a camp that took us outdoors into the woods, but also has their program sites within a reasonable distance from each other.

Bradley rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

The facilities were good for a summer camp. Food was above average.

Bradley added these comments regarding the facilities –

Bashore Scout Reservation’s Staff

Bradley ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Bashore Scout Reservation 

If the staff is not there to fully support the Scouts, then it’s a wasted week and perhaps a lost opportunity to keep a boy in Scouting.

Bradley rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

The staff is extremely well-prepared for Boy Scout campers. From home-sickness to “lost” items to gray-area skits, they were ready for everything. When the unexpected happened, there was very little impact on the youth.

Bradley added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Mark about
Terver Reece Jones
in Texas

  • Mark is a Committee member
  • Mark’s troop was at Terver Reece Jones beginning on June 28, 2015 for seven days.
  • Terver Reece Jones is out of council for Mark
  • Mark has attended Terver Reece Jones for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 100 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 10 of their 40 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Terver Reece Jones was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Terver Reece Jones have a younger Scout program? Yes

Mark ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Terver Reece Jones

Mark rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

We had a scout that did not pass his swim test but they had a time to teach swimming and an opportunity to retake the test later in the week.

The camp last year just let a boy that did not pass the test waste an merit badge class opportunity and did no beginner swimming assistance.

Mark added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Terver Reece Jones have a older Scout program? Yes

Mark ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Terver Reece Jones

Because we have some older scouts that attended camp.

Mark rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Don’t know specifics but the boys seemed to really like this program.

Mark added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Terver Reece Jones’s Merit Badge Program

Mark ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Terver Reece Jones 

Many of the offerings at this camp would not be available at other venues. Horsemanship and horseback overnight trip was offered as well as trail ride opportunities.

Mark rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

The variety and the counselor knowledge and involvement.

Mark added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Terver Reece Jones’s  Facilities

Mark ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Terver Reece Jones 

We like nice up to date facilities. Our district has a camp that is much need of some TLC, but even with that it may be too far down the path of disrepair to be brought back.

Mark rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

This was an awesome experience for the boys. They enjoyed themselves and want to go back.

Mark added these comments regarding the facilities –

Terver Reece Jones’s Staff

Mark ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Terver Reece Jones 

Great staff and very engaged

Mark rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

The attention to the boys and assistance when needed for that extra bit of encouragement etc.

Mark added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Brad about
Camp Mointain Tun
in Pennsylvania

  • Brad is a Den Leader
  • Brad’s troop was at Camp Mointain Tun beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Mointain Tun is in council for Brad
  • Brad has attended Camp Mointain Tun for 01 consecutive years, and travels approximately 015 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 10 of their 17 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Mointain Tun was $325.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Mointain Tun have a younger Scout program? Yes

Brad ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Mointain Tun

Brad rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Brad added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Mointain Tun have a older Scout program? Yes

Brad ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Mointain Tun

I want the scouts to advance.

Brad rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Brad added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Mointain Tun’s Merit Badge Program

Brad ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Mointain Tun 

Advancement

Brad rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Should not have partials. I luckily caught some before it was too late.

Brad added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Mointain Tun’s  Facilities

Brad ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Mointain Tun 

Need to have great facilities to make the scouts want to be there.

Brad rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Modern facilities. Great dining hall.

Brad added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Mointain Tun’s Staff

Brad ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Mointain Tun 

Need to be able
To handle scouts and knowledgable
In their star.

Brad rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Staff was very outgoing and positive, especially with the new scouts.

Brad added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Art about
Boxwell Reservation
in Tennessee

  • Art is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Art’s troop was at Boxwell Reservation beginning on June 28, 2015 for seven days.
  • Boxwell Reservation is in council for Art
  • Art has attended Boxwell Reservation for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 30 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 10 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Boxwell Reservation was $225.00 per Scout.

Does Boxwell Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Art ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Boxwell Reservation

I believe it helps younger scouts, most of whom are recent crossovers, start learning the requirements to First Class. Also, it helps them adjust to camp since they interact with other scouts from other troops who are the same age.

Art rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

The staff does a job of teaching younger scouts. They very hands on and make the skills learned enjoyable and fun.

Art added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Boxwell Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Art ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Boxwell Reservation

There are a variety of programs available to the older scouts.

Art rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

The amount of enjoyment that these scouts have during these classes. The lessons they learn are passed down to the younger scouts who in turn want to get involved in the same programs.

Art added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Boxwell Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Art ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Boxwell Reservation 

The amount and variety of classes that are offered.

Art rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

The quality of instruction given by the staff.

Art added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Boxwell Reservation’s  Facilities

Art ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Boxwell Reservation 

Being close to Boxwell, the troop is very familiar with facilities provided.

Art rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

The quality of food in the dining hall. The camp does a great job of having a variety of meals during the week.

Art added these comments regarding the facilities –

Boxwell Reservation’s Staff

Art ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Boxwell Reservation 

We see several of the same people as staff members every year some from our own troop. We have come to know many of the staff members, and look forward to seeing them at camp and other activities.

Art rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

The friendliness and care the staff puts into there teaching and into the entertainment of the attendees.

Art added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Dan about
Skymont
in Tennessee

  • Dan is a Scoutmaster
  • Dan’s troop was at Skymont beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Skymont is out of council for Dan
  • Dan has attended Skymont for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 420 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 11 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Skymont was $260.00.00 per Scout.

Does Skymont have a younger Scout program? Yes

Dan ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Skymont

We did have a younger scout that went along with us. I think it is important to have a “Trail to First Class” track, to get the scout acclimated to scouting and to summer camp. So much can be accomplished in this week to really help the young scouts out.

Dan rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

While not observed directly, the scout that was there and several others talked about how much fun and interesting it was. I particularly liked the idea that they were separated from the other scouts during their “time” in class. I also was impressed by the fact that they had integrated some Merit Badges into the curricula, so that they not only knocked much of the requirements out towards First Class, but also came home with three merit badges (2 Eagle Required) as well.

Dan added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Skymont have a older Scout program? Yes

Dan ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Skymont

We allowed the scout to pick where they wanted to go to summer camp this year. The two oldest scouts picked the one we ultimately went to due to the “High Adventure” program that was offered. Obviously, it was very important to them. They sold the rest of the scouts on why, and we went.

Dan rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Just the fact that their was a track for them, and that they offered in conjunction with that an off site white water rafting trip. The scouts that went loved it.

Dan added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Skymont’s Merit Badge Program

Dan ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Skymont 

Summer camp has a lot to offer, but a large part is quality merit badge instructors and a good selection of merit badges. The quality part is difficult to gauge until you are there.

Dan rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

For the most part. I was a little disappointed that a number of them could not be completed while there. Some of the requirements were not communicated prior as ones that would not be able to finish. That leaves us scoutmasters scrambling when we get back home to find a “certified” merit badge counselor to do the final sign off of completion.

Dan added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Skymont’s  Facilities

Dan ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Skymont 

Facilities are important, but summer camp is summer camp. You kind of have to take the good with the bad.

Dan rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

Dan added these comments regarding the facilities –

The dinning hall was great (except for a somewhat unusable milk cooler that could not keep milk from spoiling). The old metal cots and mattresses were soaked through, which made for some innovative uses of tarps to stay on a dry bed.

Skymont’s Staff

Dan ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering Skymont 

We have learned that while camp staff if very important, it changes year to year. That makes it difficult to reliably gauge how well the staff will be. Must be taken with a grain of salt.

Dan rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

I must say that the Skymont staff were very attentive and showed a lot of willingness to address any issues that came up. My troop and I had no issues and had nothing but good interactions with any and all staff encountered.

Dan added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from SW about
Skymont
in Tennessee

  • SW is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • SW’s troop was at Skymont beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Skymont is out of council for SW
  • SW has attended Skymont for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 543 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 2 of their 2 Scouts attending camp with 1 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Skymont was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Skymont have a younger Scout program? Yes

SW ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Skymont

SW rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

SW added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Skymont have a older Scout program? Yes

SW ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Skymont

The boys were tired of the Merit Badge factory scout camp had become. They wanted a more high advent

SW rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

It was the first time attending an older program, so did not know what to expect. The boys said they had a great time.

SW added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Skymont’s Merit Badge Program

SW ranked the merit badge program 1 out of 10 in considering Skymont 

SW rated satisfaction with the merit badge program out of 10 because:

SW added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Skymont’s  Facilities

SW ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Skymont 

Site location was important. the camp had to have character.

SW rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

SW added these comments regarding the facilities –

Nice camp. Some portions need to be corrected or at least looked into. Swear one of the shower houses was letting nasty stuff run down to a main walking path.

Skymont’s Staff

SW ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Skymont 

I was interesting my boys into their care for an OUT program.

SW rated satisfaction with the staff 2 out of 10 because:

There was a lot of “closeness” between the male and female staff which was displayed in full view of the boys. The staff was not well trained when it came to anything outside of MB classes.

SW added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Andrew about
Woodruff Scout Reservation
in Georgia

  • Andrew is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Andrew’s troop was at Woodruff Scout Reservation beginning on May 31, 2015 for six days.
  • Woodruff Scout Reservation is out of council for Andrew
  • Andrew has attended Woodruff Scout Reservation for 5 consecutive years, and travels approximately 142 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 35 of their 64 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Woodruff Scout Reservation was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Woodruff Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Andrew ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Woodruff Scout Reservation

Woodruff’s Mountain Man program eliminates a large number of requirements for ranks from Tenderfoot to First Class while providing a solid exposure to Scoutcraft. A scout who crosses over in February and attends Mountain Man can very easily make Tenderfoot by mid-summer, and First Class by fall Court of Honor (November for us).

Andrew rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Quality of the instruction. It does vary from year to year since we may get different counselors, but overall they do very well.

Andrew added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Woodruff Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Andrew ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Woodruff Scout Reservation

The availability of programs and merit badge classes available to older scouts is a huge draw which keeps our older scouts engaged.

Andrew rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Again, it’s the staff. The waterfront staff do an outstanding job at instruction, and do a lot to build comraderie between the scouts.

Andrew added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Woodruff Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Andrew ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Woodruff Scout Reservation 

Part of the point of any camp is to ‘level up’ on merit badges. Being able to maximize (or not) merit badge penetration is important to younger scouts working towards Life and Eagle.

Andrew rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Again, the boys get exactly what they need to be successful.

Andrew added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Woodruff Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Andrew ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Woodruff Scout Reservation 

Woodruff has fully modern shower facilities, available electric charging stations and wifi access. If you’re an AT&T customer, there is a massive cell tower smack dab in the middle of camp.

Andrew rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Quality, variety and availability.

Andrew added these comments regarding the facilities –

Woodruff Scout Reservation’s Staff

Andrew ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Woodruff Scout Reservation 

They make the experience for the boys.

Andrew rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

They exceeded. For instance, there is a young lady (I believe she’s a Venturer) named Mary who helped with Leathercraft this year. The boys who participated in leathercraft were able to take the vanilla leathercraft kits and make truly stunning and useful leathercrafts (mostly pocket knife holders) that they’ll treasure possibly for the rest of their lives. Then there’s Ben Delorto, who has been at the camp for the past three years. Completely cool guy – he was the leader for Mountain Man during my son’s first year, and I believe he was camp director this last year. Then there’s a bunch of guys down on the water front whose names I can’t remember. There’s a set of twins (one named Andrew), a British guy who was a Queens’ Scout who I believe the boys named Chubbles and another guy who is famous in our troop because as good as he was last year, he was in Boy’s Life since then for saving a guy from drowing on the Chattahoochie river. An actual hero Boy Scout – how’s that?

Andrew added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Terry about
Camp MaKaJaWan
in Wisconsin

  • Terry is a Scoutmaster
  • Terry’s troop was at Camp MaKaJaWan beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp MaKaJaWan is out of council for Terry
  • Terry has attended Camp MaKaJaWan for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 350 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 75 of their 110 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp MaKaJaWan was $300.00 per Scout.

Does Camp MaKaJaWan have a younger Scout program? Yes

Terry ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Camp MaKaJaWan

Terry rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Terry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp MaKaJaWan have a older Scout program? Yes

Terry ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Camp MaKaJaWan

Terry rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Terry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp MaKaJaWan’s Merit Badge Program

Terry ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Camp MaKaJaWan 

Terry rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Terry added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp MaKaJaWan’s  Facilities

Terry ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Camp MaKaJaWan 

Terry rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Very traditional and rustic camp.

Terry added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp MaKaJaWan’s Staff

Terry ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp MaKaJaWan 

Terry rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Terry added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Ricardo about
Rainey Mountain
in Georgia

  • Ricardo is a Scoutmaster
  • Ricardo’s troop was at Rainey Mountain beginning on June 14, 2015 for seven days.
  • Rainey Mountain is out of council for Ricardo
  • Ricardo has attended Rainey Mountain for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 600 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 20 of their 35 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Rainey Mountain was $350.00 per Scout.

Does Rainey Mountain have a younger Scout program? Yes

Ricardo ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Rainey Mountain

We feel that 1st year Scouts stay with the program longer when they attend summer camp.

Ricardo rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

Many staff changes took place at the start of the year and the programs were good, but not as good as they could have been.

Ricardo added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Rainey Mountain have a older Scout program? Yes

Ricardo ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Rainey Mountain

Ricardo rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Ricardo added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Rainey Mountain’s Merit Badge Program

Ricardo ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Rainey Mountain 

Ricardo rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Some of the instructors seemed to not be well prepared.

Ricardo added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Rainey Mountain’s  Facilities

Ricardo ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Rainey Mountain 

Getting adults to participate requires good facilities.

Ricardo rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Ricardo added these comments regarding the facilities –

The Mess Hall kept running out of prepared food and we would have to wait a long time for our meals. We could understand this at the beginning of the camp week, but every day, every meal we had the same issue.

Rainey Mountain’s Staff

Ricardo ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Rainey Mountain 

Staff makes camp.

Ricardo rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Ricardo added these comments regarding the staff –

The Program Director and Camp Director spent a lot of time telling us why issues occurred rather than resolving them and explaining how they were not going to happen again.

 

Answers from Nate about
Beaumont Scout Reservation
in Ohio

  • Nate is a Scoutmaster
  • Nate’s troop was at Beaumont Scout Reservation beginning on July 11, 2015 for seven days.
  • Beaumont Scout Reservation is out of council for Nate
  • Nate has attended Beaumont Scout Reservation for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 100 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 36 of their 48 Scouts attending camp with 10 adults, (5 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Beaumont Scout Reservation was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Beaumont Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Nate ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Beaumont Scout Reservation

We took 16 first year scouts to camp

Nate rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 6 out of 10

Nate added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Beaumont Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Nate ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Beaumont Scout Reservation

Nate rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Nate added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Beaumont Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Nate ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Beaumont Scout Reservation 

Nate rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Nate added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Beaumont Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Nate ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Beaumont Scout Reservation 

Nate rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Nate added these comments regarding the facilities –

Beaumont Scout Reservation’s Staff

Nate ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Beaumont Scout Reservation 

Nate rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Nate added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from George about
Yawgoog
in Rhode Island

  • George is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • George’s troop was at Yawgoog beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Yawgoog is out of council for George
  • George has attended Yawgoog for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 60 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 24 of their 61 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Yawgoog was $440.00 per Scout.

Does Yawgoog have a younger Scout program? Yes

George ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 3 out of 10 in considering Yawgoog

Looking for the overall experience, instead of babysitting camp.

George rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

George added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Yawgoog have a older Scout program? No

George ranked the older Scout program ranked  out of 10 in considering Yawgoog

George rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

George added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Yawgoog’s Merit Badge Program

George ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Yawgoog 

Broad spectrum of M.B.s available, some uncommon like plumbing, and farm mechanics.

George rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 1 out of 10 because:

As I observed the “Cooking Merit Badge” no cooking was performed. It was more a of a “Creative Writing” Class.

George added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Yawgoog’s  Facilities

George ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Yawgoog 

Some adult leaders feel it is important to have flush-toilets in order to entice younger scouts to summer camp.

George rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

George added these comments regarding the facilities –

I think that if the Camp Provides Clean and Safe sanitary facilities, flush toilets should not matter. One item not in the Survey is
FOOD. The food at Camp Yawgoog, although mightily improved from previous years, is an embarrassment–if not a Criminal Act. I have state in the past in the Scout Master’s Questionnaire for Yawgoog, that their Camp Certification should be revoked on the basis of the Sub-Standard diet they serve. It was so bad, it made School Lunches look good. I cannot say enough bad things about their food, so will stop here.

Yawgoog’s Staff

George ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Yawgoog 

George rated satisfaction with the staff 2 out of 10 because:

Returned on Monday after forgetting the Troop’s flags at camp. The staff had set aside the flags, however they
THREW AWAY ALL OF THE CLOTHING AND OTHER ITEMS IN THE “LOST AND FOUND”. That was the first week of camp!
A Scout is COURTEOUS and HELPFUL and THRIFTY.
This lack of leadership was extremely disappointing.
In addtion, the camp has 3 separate waterfronts. The balance of the lake ends up being un-supervised as none of the waterfront directors seems to have overall responsiblity for the water.

George added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Aaron about
K-M Scout Ranch
in Montana

  • Aaron is a Scoutmaster
  • Aaron’s troop was at K-M Scout Ranch beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • K-M Scout Ranch is in council for Aaron
  • Aaron has attended K-M Scout Ranch for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 125 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 16 of their 25 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend K-M Scout Ranch was $230.00 per Scout.

Does K-M Scout Ranch have a younger Scout program? Yes

Aaron ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering K-M Scout Ranch

Six younger scouts in our group!

Aaron rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Aaron added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does K-M Scout Ranch have a older Scout program? Yes

Aaron ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering K-M Scout Ranch

Six older scouts in our group

Aaron rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Exceptional COPE and ATV programs. Welding MB also vey well done

Aaron added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

K-M Scout Ranch’s Merit Badge Program

Aaron ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering K-M Scout Ranch 

Basis of camp program. Very important

Aaron rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Organization of program; receipt of typed/printed blue cards for all youth at end of camp!

Aaron added these comments regarding the merit badge program

K-M Scout Ranch’s  Facilities

Aaron ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering K-M Scout Ranch 

Aaron rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Aaron added these comments regarding the facilities –

Dining hall is way too small.

K-M Scout Ranch’s Staff

Aaron ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering K-M Scout Ranch 

Staff make the camp! Program depends on its execution.

Aaron rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Commitment of staff

Aaron added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from John about
Camp Bud Schiele
in North Carolina

  • John is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • John’s troop was at Camp Bud Schiele beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Bud Schiele is in council for John
  • John has attended Camp Bud Schiele for 6 consecutive years, and travels approximately 60 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 20 of their 23 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Bud Schiele was $250.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Bud Schiele have a younger Scout program? Yes

John ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Bud Schiele

About 1/3 of our campers were 1st Year campers.

John rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Revised program was excellent this year and last year. Even had one first year camper go to camp another week with his cousin’s troop and he repeated the young scout program again instead of going for badges.

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Bud Schiele have a older Scout program? Yes

John ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Bud Schiele

Keeps our older guys coming back to camp with us.

John rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

COPE program was excellent.

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Bud Schiele’s Merit Badge Program

John ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Bud Schiele 

John rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

John added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Bud Schiele’s  Facilities

John ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Bud Schiele 

This a week of vacation time from work. In order to get adult leaders to go – good facilities are important.

John rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

I try not to be biased since this is my council camp. I can honestly say that I’ve been to and camped at a lot of SR5 camps over the past several years and have not seen one as nice as Camp Bud Schiele.

John added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Bud Schiele’s Staff

John ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Bud Schiele 

Without a high quality staff, the program will be low quality.

John rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Lots of new faces this year but they all did exceedingly well.

John added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Thomas about
Camp Barstow
in South Carolina

  • Thomas is a Scoutmaster
  • Thomas’s troop was at Camp Barstow beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Barstow is in council for Thomas
  • Thomas has attended Camp Barstow for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 46 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 14 of their 38 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Barstow was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Barstow have a younger Scout program? Yes

Thomas ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Barstow

We stress that all new and younger Scouts should try to attend Summer Camp in order to get off to a great start in Scouts. The Younger Scout Programs offer a way to knock out many of the early rank requirements in Tenderfoot and 2nd Class. This gives our boys a jump start into Scouting so that we can have them on a track to earn 1st Class within 12-18 months of joining Boy Scouts.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

The Staff at Camp Barstow selected a very mature young man to lead the Younger Scout program this year. Camp Barstow calls this the BAT program – Blaze A Trail. In the past, the BAT program had been led by older Adults that just could not relate to the boys that were mainly 10- 11 years old. The older Adults in the past did not have patience with the boys and just could not relate to “their” world. As such, the boys became bored, inattentive and quickly lost interest in what was being taught. This would lead to a spiral where the leader would become agitated and upset with the group. However, this year was VERY different. The BAT instructor this year (Patrick) was 20 years old, but quite mature. He was a great instructor, but close enough in age to the Scouts that he could “relate” to them – often talking about things like which games they enjoyed on their phones, iTouch, iPad, etc. As such, the boys created a bond with Patrick that just was not possible with the instructors from previous years. This bond and Patrick’s teaching style kept the boys attention and they REALLY enjoyed the program. In years past, the younger boys would see the older guys heading off to “fun” MB classes and they were jealous that they could not participate in those classes as well. However, our guys this year actually looked forward to spending the day with Patrick!! With this interest and focus, Patrick was actually able to accomplish more tasks & skills than was originally planned. I would hope that ALL BSA summer camps would learn from this example. These younger boys NEED someone that they can relate to in order for the Younger Scout Program to be a success.

Thomas added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Barstow have a older Scout program? Yes

Thomas ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Barstow

Most all BSA camps that I am aware of offer program for the older Scouts – including a wide array of MB classes as well as a “older” Scout “high” adventure program. Camp Barstow does offer a “high adventure” program where they take War Canoes out at the beginning of Camp onto Lake Murray to spend the entire week. They canoe from island to island where the spend each night during the week as a group. Our older boys did not participate in that program this year, but they did participate in the MB programs that the camp offers. Camp Barstow offered approximately 50+ options for MB Classes this year and our boys enjoyed the Classes that they participated in.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Thomas added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

See comments above. If you are referring to the “high adventure” program – I can not speak to that since we did not have any Scouts participate in that program at Camp Barstow. However, if you are referring to the MB classes – there were plenty of options and the boys enjoyed the classes that they signed up for.

Camp Barstow’s Merit Badge Program

Thomas ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Barstow 

We certainly wanted a BSA Camp that offered a sufficient number of MB Classes – both Eagle required and others – to give the boys a wide range of options.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Camp Barstow not only offered a wide array of MB options during the normal time slots of the day, but they also offered a number of MB’s in the evenings as an option for the boys. Many of our younger Scouts in the BAT program were able to also earn some MB’s at Camp through these evening MB Classes.

Thomas added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Barstow’s  Facilities

Thomas ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Barstow 

While Scouting is an Outdoors Program, you want to have facilities at Summer Camp that are up to date and make the experience enjoyable. The Dining Hall is air-conditioned, several of the huts were of a size that met the needs of the MB Classes that were taught in them and the Camp maintains a nice number of Adirondacks for the boys. On the down side, many of the camp sites still required the Adults to have to sleep in tents. But Camp Barstow is in the process if building “Scouter” Adirondacks in all of the camp sites – these are just not yet completed. Additionally, Camp Barstow is trying to update the Shower/Bath facilities. Rather than group/open shower areas, they are up fitting campsites with private shower rooms. These new shower facilities will be a welcomed addition to the camp.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

With the exception of the older bath facilities, the facilities at Camp Barstow were fine. As said, the Camp is in the process of updating the bath facilities and I am sure that within the next year or two, that will be completed.

Thomas added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Barstow’s Staff

Thomas ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Barstow 

Camp Staff is crucial for the success of any Camp. However, most camp staff is hired without the knowledge of the Troops that attend. As such, it would be difficult to actually make a decision to attend a camp based on knowledge of the Camp Staff and who will be doing what. Camp Barstow hired a new Director for the Camp this year and we were aware of this new hire. However, there was no information available about the Director’s experience at running a BSA Camp. With all that said, we were extremely pleased with the Staff at Camp this year. The Camp did an excellent job of placing the right people in the correct positions to make the camp running efficiently, while also making the experience enjoyable.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Great camp staff at Camp Barstow this year. I would give the highest accolades to the choice that they made for the Young Scout Program (Blaze A Trail – BAT program). The instructor for BAT, Patrick, was fantastic!!! Additionally, we had some boys with some severe food related issues and the Dining Hall / Cook Staff went to great lengths to meet all of our Dietary needs – top rating to those guys. The Medical Staff was extremely helpful and made it easy for Campers that had medical needs – Medicines to take – very easy to accomplish without a lot of hassle or feeling “identified” for their medical issues. Merit Badge Classes were also very well staffed. After camp, I had the need to contact the Swim Instructor about another child that was not able to attend camp this year, but needed to complete the BSA Swim Test. She was extremely helpful – despite the fact that she was already back to her normal job. She assisted in helping us coordinate the Swim test for this Scout. That type of dedication to the Scouting program was very evident in all of the Staff this year. One more example, the Adult that led the Shooting Sports program this year assisted one of our Scouts in completing his Archery MB that was a partial from another camp the year before. Additionally, the instructors worked with the Scout to complete his Shotgun MB during his free time at camp in addition to the Rifle MB class that he was signed up to complete during the normal schedule. These instructors were top notch this year and really made our experience one of the best ever!!!

Thomas added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Joe about
Pioneer Scout Reservation
in Ohio

  • Joe is a Scoutmaster
  • Joe’s troop was at Pioneer Scout Reservation beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • Pioneer Scout Reservation is out of council for Joe
  • Joe has attended Pioneer Scout Reservation for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 84 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 30 of their 32 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Pioneer Scout Reservation was $180.00 per Scout.

Does Pioneer Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Joe ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 3 out of 10 in considering Pioneer Scout Reservation

We like to do the T21 requirements as much as possible in meetings and campouts leading up to camp.

Joe rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Joe added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Pioneer Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Joe ranked the older Scout program ranked 4 out of 10 in considering Pioneer Scout Reservation

Joe rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Joe added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

They offer High COPE and ATV. Our older scouts sometimes participate in these.

Pioneer Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Joe ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Pioneer Scout Reservation 

We like the wide range of Merit Badges they offer.

Joe rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

The councilors are for the most part are great with the scouts and work to get them involved.

Joe added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Pioneer Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Joe ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Pioneer Scout Reservation 

We like a dining hall. Platform tents. Pool and Lake.

Joe rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

They do a great job at Pioneer. Every year they look at how to improve and take all suggestions seriously.

Joe added these comments regarding the facilities –

Pioneer Scout Reservation’s Staff

Joe ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Pioneer Scout Reservation 

They make the camp run. If the staff is invested in the program it gets better every year.

Joe rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

They work hard to make the camp a great place to attend. The Camp Director and Program Director are always willing to stop and listen.

Joe added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Karl about
Geronimo
in Arizona

  • Karl is a Scoutmaster
  • Karl’s troop was at Geronimo beginning on June 13, 2015 for seven days.
  • Geronimo is in council for Karl
  • Karl has attended Geronimo for 26 consecutive years, and travels approximately 140 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 18 of their 90 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Geronimo was $350.00 per Scout.

Does Geronimo have a younger Scout program? Yes

Karl ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Geronimo

Trails to 1st Class sessions.

Karl rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Yes, but I always worry that everything is rushed. It’s like a “boot camp to 1st class”. So, to be honest, the Scouts don’t really retain much of what they learn.

Karl added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Geronimo have a older Scout program? Yes

Karl ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Geronimo

Many opportunities for high adventure.

Karl rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

Some high adventure events were cancelled due to fire restrictions.

Karl added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Geronimo’s Merit Badge Program

Karl ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Geronimo 

Geronimo offers about 29 merit badge classes. In the past it has been just a “merit badge mill”. The new director is trying to change that, and it’s getting better, but not there yet. I had a 2nd year Scout come back with the Camping MB card signed (he has only camped 1 night).

Karl rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

MB counselors need more training. See above answer about being a “merit badge mill”.

Karl added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Geronimo’s  Facilities

Karl ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Geronimo 

Sites are awesome! Facilities, while older, are well maintained and you can see the pride the staff and scouts take in this camp.

Karl rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Karl added these comments regarding the facilities –

Geronimo’s Staff

Karl ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Geronimo 

For the most part, they are well trained.

Karl rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Karl added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Jeff about
Camp Cedars
in Nebraska

  • Jeff is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Jeff’s troop was at Camp Cedars beginning on June 7, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Cedars is in council for Jeff
  • Jeff has attended Camp Cedars for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 45 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 22 of their 33 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Cedars was $300.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Cedars have a younger Scout program? Yes

Jeff ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 3 out of 10 in considering Camp Cedars

We were not sure if we wanted out scouts in the program. We (the troop) has mixed reviews on its effectiveness.

Jeff rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

They were able to cover the “classroom” style requirements and the boys were not too bored. “Too” is the important part of the answer.

Jeff added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Cedars have a older Scout program? Yes

Jeff ranked the older Scout program ranked 3 out of 10 in considering Camp Cedars

It a close camp and our council’s camp.

Jeff rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Jeff added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Yes, COPE, Flying Merit Badge, equestrian actives and MBs,

Camp Cedars’s Merit Badge Program

Jeff ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Cedars 

The scouts had a chance to earn MBs or take the non-MB courses (COPE, stand-up paddle boarding, etc).

Jeff rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

We are still having too many glitches in the recording of requirements met, or even who as attended.

Jeff added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Cedars’s  Facilities

Jeff ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Cedars 

Jeff rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

The food was good and the camp staff gave %110.

Jeff added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Cedars’s Staff

Jeff ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Cedars 

Jeff rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Yes, they were really attentive to the scout’s needs.

Jeff added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Don about
Camp Frank G. Lumpkin
in Georgia

  • Don is a Committee Chair
  • Don’s troop was at Camp Frank G. Lumpkin beginning on June 14, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Frank G. Lumpkin is out of council for Don
  • Don has attended Camp Frank G. Lumpkin for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 250 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 10 of their 15 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Frank G. Lumpkin was $270.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Frank G. Lumpkin have a younger Scout program? Yes

Don ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Frank G. Lumpkin

We have 2 scouts that could benefit from the younger scout program

Don rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

The staff was great and willing to spend extra time with the younger scouts

Don added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Frank G. Lumpkin have a older Scout program? Yes

Don ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Frank G. Lumpkin

80% of our scouts are older scouts

Don rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

we attended in the first week and of course there were glitches in the program, boats that were not water ready, normal wrinkles to iron out, and a astronomy merit badge program promising on-line connectivity with a local science center that did not work out as planned (or charged for but the camp provided a rebate for the overcharge for that program.) Overall the staff was enthusiastic and well rounded.

Don added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Frank G. Lumpkin’s Merit Badge Program

Don ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Frank G. Lumpkin 

important to achieve the outdoor, water related, or shooting sports badges.

Don rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

The power boat related merit badges resulted in partials because the boats were in need of maintenance. Other counselors were well versed in their subject areas and effective in getting the requirements across to the scouts.

Don added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Frank G. Lumpkin’s  Facilities

Don ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Frank G. Lumpkin 

Don rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

Don added these comments regarding the facilities –

The cots provided were a bit long in the tooth and resulted in several collapsing, but they were replaced quickly. The shower houses left a lot to be desired, adult showers were barely large enough to allow entry to any one with more 4% body fat!

Camp Frank G. Lumpkin’s Staff

Don ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Frank G. Lumpkin 

A well rounded staff, with experience and the desire to be there, is important to the overall camping experience.

Don rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

The program director had 40+ years experience as a summer camper. The camp director not so much. The rest of the staff was enthusiastic and friendly, willing to spend the extra time required with the scouts to ensure knowledge was exchanged.

Don added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Tony about
Tesomas
in Wisconsin

  • Tony is a Committee Chair
  • Tony’s troop was at Tesomas beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Tesomas is out of council for Tony
  • Tony has attended Tesomas for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 120 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 44 of their 55 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Tesomas was $320.00 per Scout.

Does Tesomas have a younger Scout program? Yes

Tony ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Tesomas

Like to start off Scouts in first SC with a decent 1st Class Skills Camp

Tony rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

Ability to adapt to Scouts Skills

Tony added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Tesomas have a older Scout program? Yes

Tony ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Tesomas

Important to have something (Micro Treks) the older boys have not experienced to have them participate in SC

Tony rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

2 Types of Micro Treks that offered one day adventures with time to take a MB of interest. Ability to go on a longer Camp within SC such as 3-4 Day Canoe Trip or 3-4 Day Back Park Adventure

Tony added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Tesomas’s Merit Badge Program

Tony ranked the merit badge program 6 out of 10 in considering Tesomas 

Tony rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Good variation of Eagle and other Badges offered

Tony added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Tesomas’s  Facilities

Tony ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Tesomas 

For our size and travel requirements a dining hall option is important. We stress cooking in our other camps so having little time to cook is a challenge. So dining hall is great option.

Tony rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

We happen to get lucky and got a large hard shelter

Tony added these comments regarding the facilities –

Tesomas’s Staff

Tony ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Tesomas 

They do not say No, they find a way to work with you. Some staff went out of way to make some younger scouts more comfortable that were struggling with home sickness.

Tony rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Availability, and effort were excellent.

Tony added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Curtis about
Alexander
in Colorado

  • Curtis is a Scoutmaster
  • Curtis’s troop was at Alexander beginning on July 6, 2015 for five days.
  • Alexander is out of council for Curtis
  • Curtis has attended Alexander for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 1200 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 11 of their 11 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Alexander was $400.00 per Scout.

Does Alexander have a younger Scout program? Yes

Curtis ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 6 out of 10 in considering Alexander

Curtis rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Overall as I have come to expect

Curtis added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Alexander have a older Scout program? Yes

Curtis ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Alexander

Keeps older scouts interested

Curtis rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

They had a great time

Curtis added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Alexander’s Merit Badge Program

Curtis ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Alexander 

Curtis rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Great programs, we went for the camp more than the programs

Curtis added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Alexander’s  Facilities

Curtis ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Alexander 

The mountains!

Curtis rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Overall great facilities

Curtis added these comments regarding the facilities –

Alexander’s Staff

Curtis ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Alexander 

Curtis rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Great staff

Curtis added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Karen about
Tomahawk Scout Reservation
in Wisconsin

  • Karen is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Karen’s troop was at Tomahawk Scout Reservation beginning on June 20, 2015 for seven days.
  • Tomahawk Scout Reservation is out of council for Karen
  • Karen has attended Tomahawk Scout Reservation for 01 consecutive years, and travels approximately 400 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 28 of their 38 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Tomahawk Scout Reservation was $280.00 per Scout.

Does Tomahawk Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Karen ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Tomahawk Scout Reservation

New scouts

Karen rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Karen added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Tomahawk Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Karen ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Tomahawk Scout Reservation

Karen rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Older boys had many choices & all had great experiences

Karen added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Tomahawk Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Karen ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Tomahawk Scout Reservation 

Karen rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Many different mb were offered

Karen added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Tomahawk Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Karen ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Tomahawk Scout Reservation 

Karen rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Difficulty with food service

Karen added these comments regarding the facilities –

Tomahawk Scout Reservation’s Staff

Karen ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Tomahawk Scout Reservation 

Karen rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Karen added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from David about
Bayport Scout Reservation
in Virginia

  • David is a Scoutmaster
  • David’s troop was at Bayport Scout Reservation beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Bayport Scout Reservation is in council for David
  • David has attended Bayport Scout Reservation for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 70 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 12 of their 30 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Bayport Scout Reservation was $320.00 per Scout.

Does Bayport Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

David ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Bayport Scout Reservation

We had 7 Scouts attending the Nighthawk Program who were new Scouts and first-year summer camp attendees

David rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

They completed all advancement; counselors were outstanding. Scouts had a great time!

David added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Bayport Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

David ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Bayport Scout Reservation

David rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

David added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Bayport Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

David ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Bayport Scout Reservation 

David rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

David added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Bayport Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

David ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Bayport Scout Reservation 

David rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Food is very good here compared to other camps I have attended. Facilities are in excellent shape.

David added these comments regarding the facilities –

Bayport Scout Reservation’s Staff

David ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Bayport Scout Reservation 

David rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

David added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Greg about
Ed Bryant Scout Reservation
in Wisconsin

  • Greg is a Scoutmaster
  • Greg’s troop was at Ed Bryant Scout Reservation beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Ed Bryant Scout Reservation is out of council for Greg
  • Greg has attended Ed Bryant Scout Reservation for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 145 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 13 of their 14 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Ed Bryant Scout Reservation was $300.00 per Scout.

Does Ed Bryant Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Greg ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Ed Bryant Scout Reservation

Doing some of the requirements at camp help to get the scouts to First class within the first year.

Greg rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 6 out of 10

Greg added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Ed Bryant Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Greg ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Ed Bryant Scout Reservation

It is important that the older Scouts have something new and challenging to keep them coming to camp.

Greg rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Greg added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Ed Bryant Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Greg ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Ed Bryant Scout Reservation 

Greg rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Greg added these comments regarding the merit badge program

It was an Open Merit badge program. The boys did not need to sign up ahead of time for anything if they didn’t want to. If on Wednesday they wanted to go start a Merit Badge the could go to where that Merit Badge was being provided and start it. This especially helped some of the younger Scouts who were unsure of what Merit Badges they wanted to accomplish.

Ed Bryant Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Greg ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Ed Bryant Scout Reservation 

Greg rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Sites were laid out well and each site had a permanent structure with picnic tables to dine under.

Greg added these comments regarding the facilities –

Ed Bryant Scout Reservation’s Staff

Greg ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Ed Bryant Scout Reservation 

Greg rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

All of the camp staff was friendly, fun and knowledgeable in what they were instructing.

Greg added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Alexandria about
Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation
in Virginia

  • Alexandria is a Scoutmaster
  • Alexandria’s troop was at Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation beginning on June 27, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation is in council for Alexandria
  • Alexandria has attended Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation for 43 consecutive years, and travels approximately 200 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 24 of their 37 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation was $365.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Alexandria ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation

We feel the best way to get new scouts on the road to advancement and learn the program is through a new scout program

Alexandria rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Excellent camp staff

Alexandria added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Alexandria ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation

Yes, but not as important as new scout programs. Most of the older scouts choose high adventure or trail to eagle type camps to attend instead.

Alexandria rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 1 out of 10 

We had no scouts participate; cannot rate.

Alexandria added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Alexandria ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation 

Troop Committee believes that camp is the best place to earn merit badges.

Alexandria rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Camp staff.

Alexandria added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Alexandria ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation 

Alexandria rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Some facilities were outdated, but we had everything we needed.

Alexandria added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation’s Staff

Alexandria ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Marriott at Goshen Scout Reservation 

Qualified camp staff is critical to a successful camp program

Alexandria rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

This camp has had not so good staff in the past, as well as excellent. This year’s staff was fantastic. Knowledgable, friendly, helpful.

Alexandria added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Kip about
Pipsico
in Virginia

  • Kip is a Committee Chair
  • Kip’s troop was at Pipsico beginning on July 19, 2015 for seven days.
  • Pipsico is out of council for Kip
  • Kip has attended Pipsico for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 450 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 13 of their 22 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Pipsico was $275.00 per Scout.

Does Pipsico have a younger Scout program? Yes

Kip ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Pipsico

We believe a program that teaches first year campers the scout skills they will use in scouting is very important.

Kip rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Kip added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Pipsico have a older Scout program? Yes

Kip ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Pipsico

We’re always looking for camps that offer HA opportunities to our older scouts who don’t necessarily need to complete any merit badges.

Kip rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Kip added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Pipsico’s Merit Badge Program

Kip ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Pipsico 

The camp offered a good mix of Eagle required and regular merit badges. They also offered some badges that aren’t available at many camps.

Kip rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Kip added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Pipsico’s  Facilities

Kip ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Pipsico 

Kip rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Kip added these comments regarding the facilities –

Pipsico’s Staff

Kip ranked the staff 6 out of 10 in considering Pipsico 

Kip rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Kip added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Brian about
Wente Scout Reservation
in California

  • Brian is a Scoutmaster
  • Brian’s troop was at Wente Scout Reservation beginning on June 13, 2015 for six days.
  • Wente Scout Reservation is in council for Brian
  • Brian has attended Wente Scout Reservation for 010 consecutive years, and travels approximately 156 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 21 of their 33 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Wente Scout Reservation was $335.00 per Scout.

Does Wente Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Brian ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Wente Scout Reservation

Brian rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 3 out of 10

Brian added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Scout craft was far too classroom based.

Does Wente Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Brian ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Wente Scout Reservation

Brian rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Brian added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Wente Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Brian ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Wente Scout Reservation 

Brian rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Brian added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Wente Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Brian ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Wente Scout Reservation 

Brian rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Brian added these comments regarding the facilities –

Wente Scout Reservation’s Staff

Brian ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Wente Scout Reservation 

Brian rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Brian added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from RICHARD about
Tahuaya
in Texas

  • RICHARD is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • RICHARD’s troop was at Tahuaya beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Tahuaya is out of council for RICHARD
  • RICHARD has attended Tahuaya for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 180 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 7 of their 50 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Tahuaya was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Tahuaya have a younger Scout program? Yes

RICHARD ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Tahuaya

it is vital to have a separate track of programs for newer and younger youth than older and more tenured youth. Adventure, capability, and attention span are different at different developmental stages in our youth.

RICHARD rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Full range of experiences at the ranges and waterfront. more than just crafts and picnic-table types of activities.

RICHARD added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Tahuaya have a older Scout program? Yes

RICHARD ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Tahuaya

older youth need advanced programming to keep their interest and motivate not just a return next year, but also to maintain excitement year round.

RICHARD rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

A flight element where the youth spent time at an airport, flew in an airplane, and visited a local air traffic control tower at the neighboring Fort Hood Army base

RICHARD added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Tahuaya’s Merit Badge Program

RICHARD ranked the merit badge program 6 out of 10 in considering Tahuaya 

RICHARD rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

RICHARD added these comments regarding the merit badge program

everybody offers merit badges….this is like a gas station selling gasoline in that everyone expects it and for the most part 100% of the gas stations provide it for sale.

Tahuaya’s  Facilities

RICHARD ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Tahuaya 

need more than the basics of campgrounds, running water, picnic tables and a dinning hall

RICHARD rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

RICHARD added these comments regarding the facilities –

The equipment in the program area was exceptional, the base facilities are a little long in the tooth and could use some focus on upgrades.

The campsite latrines could use maintenance beyond that which troops at camp can provide (drainage so they do not get flooded with mud, fix dripping faucets causing mud puddles, round off wood screws on the doors so they do not serve as sources of tetanus.

Tahuaya’s Staff

RICHARD ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Tahuaya 

RICHARD rated satisfaction with the staff 3 out of 10 because:

they did not engage the campers significantly. the skits were a little flat and seemed to focus on a string of inside stories where the Staff seemed to enjoy them more than the campers.

RICHARD added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Joel about
Camp Parsons
in Washington

  • Joel is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Joel’s troop was at Camp Parsons beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Parsons is out of council for Joel
  • Joel has attended Camp Parsons for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 650 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 15 of their 50 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Parsons was $400.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Parsons have a younger Scout program? Yes

Joel ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Parsons

Want to encourage younger scouts to start attending camps early on in their scouting life

Joel rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Joel added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Parsons have a older Scout program? Yes

Joel ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Parsons

It’s a long distance and great cost for us to get to the camp, so we want to get maximum value for our money

Joel rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

A great variety of merit badges were offered.

Joel added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Parsons’s Merit Badge Program

Joel ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Parsons 

Some merit badges are not offered at our troop. The camps are the only way to earn those MB.

Joel rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Joel added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Parsons’s  Facilities

Joel ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Parsons 

Joel rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

The cabins were better than expected. The dining hall and food were great.

Joel added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Parsons’s Staff

Joel ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Parsons 

Joel rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Very impressed by the staff. They were energetic, polite, knowledgeable.

Joel added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Todd about
Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch
in Texas

  • Todd is a Charter Org Rep/ Dist. Advancement Chair
  • Todd’s troop was at Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch beginning on June 13, 2015 for seven days.
  • Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch is out of council for Todd
  • Todd has attended Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 460 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 22 of their 35 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch was $255.00 per Scout.

Does Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch have a younger Scout program? Yes

Todd ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch

Todd rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

The skills taught and the amount of activities to keep them engaged was great.

Todd added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch have a older Scout program? Yes

Todd ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch

Keeps them participating with the Troop

Todd rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Todd added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch’s Merit Badge Program

Todd ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch 

Diversity in programs helps keep Scouts intrested

Todd rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Vet Medicine, Horsemanship, Animal Science all expertly led!

Todd added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch’s  Facilities

Todd ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch 

Todd rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Todd added these comments regarding the facilities –

Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch’s Staff

Todd ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch 

Todd rated satisfaction with the staff 6 out of 10 because:

Todd added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Barry about
Horseshoe
in Pennsylvania

  • Barry is a Scoutmaster
  • Barry’s troop was at Horseshoe beginning on July 12, 2015 for six days.
  • Horseshoe is in council for Barry
  • Barry has attended Horseshoe for 7 consecutive years, and travels approximately 52 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 31 of their 41 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Horseshoe was $380.00 per Scout.

Does Horseshoe have a younger Scout program? Yes

Barry ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Horseshoe

We’ve been to many summer camps, and I’ve found that younger scout programs are very inconsistent and a repeat of items and skills that our scouts have already learned. I’ve opted to give younger scouts freedom to explore and learn new things on their own (with some gentle guidance on merit badge selection and preparation to attend camp).

Barry rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Barry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Horseshoe have a older Scout program? Yes

Barry ranked the older Scout program ranked 1 out of 10 in considering Horseshoe

We let the scouts decide what they want to do, but don’t choose a camp based on an older scout program or not. Most scouts attend summer camp to have fun and get their merit badges. Where there have been older scout programs, I find that scouts don’t always take advantage of them. I think camps should learn to present the opportunities directly to scouts (maybe camp is a bit more than merit badges).

Barry rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Barry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Horseshoe’s Merit Badge Program

Barry ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Horseshoe 

Summer camp is about adventure and advancement. We’re looking for a good mix of Eagle and other merit badges. I tell scouts to take a chance and try something new. Selection and variety are important.

Barry rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Great counselors are the key. I didn’t hear any complaints about selection or the counselors, so I’d have to tip my hat to the staffing at Camp Horseshoe.

Barry added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Horseshoe’s  Facilities

Barry ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Horseshoe 

We go to camp to have fun. But we’re looking for an all around good camp–program, food, hygiene, activities, trading post, etc.

Barry rated satisfaction with the facilities 3 out of 10 because:

Dining hall was probably the worst experience. Food wasn’t that great. Kitchen staff not friendly. My advice to Horseshoe is to look to outsource to a food service company or provider that does this for a living like some other companies. The world has changed from canned food. Horseshoe can do better.

Barry added these comments regarding the facilities –

Horseshoe’s Staff

Barry ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Horseshoe 

Barry rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

No issues with the staff at Horseshoe (other than the Kitchen Staff–got some negative feedback from our boys). Top notch and well prepared.

Barry added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Fritz about
Blue Ridge Scout Reservation
in Virginia

  • Fritz is a Scoutmaster
  • Fritz’s troop was at Blue Ridge Scout Reservation beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Blue Ridge Scout Reservation is out of council for Fritz
  • Fritz has attended Blue Ridge Scout Reservation for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 400 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 10 of their 14 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Blue Ridge Scout Reservation was $325.00.00 per Scout.

Does Blue Ridge Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Fritz ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Blue Ridge Scout Reservation

We rarely use such programs, because our Scouts have advanced enough to make them unnecessary. Also, some camps programs are not well managed .

Fritz rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Fritz added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Blue Ridge Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Fritz ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Blue Ridge Scout Reservation

We have older Scouts that are looking for something different.

Fritz rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

There are many program options at this camp and all are well run.

Fritz added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Blue Ridge Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Fritz ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Blue Ridge Scout Reservation 

We like camps that offer a wide range of merit badges, and those that include badges not typically offered at camp.

Fritz rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Fritz added these comments regarding the merit badge program

We particularly like the Claytor Lakeaquatics program. scouts can attend as provisional participants, so additional adult leaders are not required. The facilities and equipment are top notch.

Blue Ridge Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Fritz ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Blue Ridge Scout Reservation 

Good facilities are critical to a good camp experience.

Fritz rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Thie camp facilities are very nice and are well maintained.

Fritz added these comments regarding the facilities –

Blue Ridge Scout Reservation’s Staff

Fritz ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Blue Ridge Scout Reservation 

Camps with sufficient, experience and trained staff are essential to a good camp experience.

Fritz rated satisfaction with the staff 6 out of 10 because:

Fritz added these comments regarding the staff –

The staff was good and out Scouts enjoyed their experience. As can be expected, some were better than others.

 

Answers from Todd about
Camp Cedars
in Nebraska

  • Todd is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Todd’s troop was at Camp Cedars beginning on June 14, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Cedars is out of council for Todd
  • Todd has attended Camp Cedars for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 500 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 21 of their 25 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Cedars was $300.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Cedars have a younger Scout program? Yes

Todd ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Cedars

We use the recommended (in the BS Handbook) New Scout Patrol. Its focus is on learning the important Tenderfoot-1st Class Skills spread out over one year. We always feel that the summer camps new scout programs cram to much into a too short period of time.

Todd rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Todd added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Cedars have a older Scout program? Yes

Todd ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Cedars

Todd rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

Todd added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Cedars’s Merit Badge Program

Todd ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Cedars 

We particularly look for strong MB programs that offer things we would have a hard time doing at the Troop level. Examples: Canoeing, Rowing, Shooting Sports, Aviation, Horsemanship, etc.

Todd rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Aviation MB – Excellent, taught by a Air Force Officer from Offutt AFB
Horsemanship, Shooting Sports, Aquatics were all very well done.
Nature and Scoutcraft MB’s were rather hit and miss in quality.

Todd added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Cedars’s  Facilities

Todd ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Cedars 

Todd rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Campsite latrines are about 40 years old and need replacing. Other than that, the camp is well maintained.

Todd added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Cedars’s Staff

Todd ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Cedars 

Todd rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Todd added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Katht about
Camp Baker
in Oregon

  • Katht is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Katht’s troop was at Camp Baker beginning on July 12, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Baker is out of council for Katht
  • Katht has attended Camp Baker for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 150 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 23 of their 30 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Baker was $200.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Baker have a younger Scout program? Yes

Katht ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 6 out of 10 in considering Camp Baker

Katht rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Katht added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Baker have a older Scout program? Yes

Katht ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Baker

Because a camp needs to keep older scouts coming back and help spread the word to the younger scouts

Katht rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Katht added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Baker’s Merit Badge Program

Katht ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Baker 

Katht rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Most of them did. A few I was nervious because the young instructor not know the material plus the safety of things

Katht added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Baker’s  Facilities

Katht ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Camp Baker 

Katht rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

Katht added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Baker’s Staff

Katht ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Baker 

My son was having a hard time with climbing, but the lead instructor was right there helping him throu the whole thing

Katht rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Katht added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Steven about
Kia Kima Scout Reservation
in Arkansas

  • Steven is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Steven’s troop was at Kia Kima Scout Reservation beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • Kia Kima Scout Reservation is out of council for Steven
  • Steven has attended Kia Kima Scout Reservation for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 182 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 33 of their 47 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Kia Kima Scout Reservation was $235.00.00 per Scout.

Does Kia Kima Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Steven ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Kia Kima Scout Reservation

Because we had a large class of new Scouts join this year and wanted to get them going on their trail to First Class.

Steven rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 6 out of 10

Steven added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Kia Kima Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Steven ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Kia Kima Scout Reservation

Getting our older Scouts to go to camp requires the camp to have a program that offers them something that either (a) they haven’t encountered yet or (2) is fun enough to repeat.

Steven rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Excellent variety of merit badge programs that mostly seemed to be staffed with excellent counselors. Their “out” program (offering a more challenging outdoor experience away from camp) was great (several of our younger Scouts plan to go back for that), their COPE course was fantastic and the instructor was outstanding.

Steven added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Kia Kima Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Steven ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Kia Kima Scout Reservation 

Our “home” summer camp in our Council has a lackluster MB program that offers the same ol’ same ol’ every year, and many of the counselors they recruit are sub-par. Our older Scouts don’t want to attend that camp because they don’t offer many interesting MBs or the ones they need to complete their ranks.

Steven rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

They offer a wide variety of MBs, with what seemed to be well-qualified MB counselors.

Steven added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Kia Kima Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Steven ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Kia Kima Scout Reservation 

It sucks for everything to suck for a week at camp. 🙂

Steven rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Great facilities. Brand new big nice dining hall. New shower houses/bathrooms. Sleeping was on platforms in traditional canvas tents (some of which had seen better days).

Nice water front. Excellent shooting range.

Trading post was small and not well-equipped.

Steven added these comments regarding the facilities –

Kia Kima Scout Reservation’s Staff

Steven ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Kia Kima Scout Reservation 

Steven rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Staff were — to a one — courteous, knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient. Also, organized. We greatly appreciated their organization and enthusiasm.

Steven added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bill about
Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom
in Pennsylvania

  • Bill is a Scoutmaster
  • Bill’s troop was at Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom is in council for Bill
  • Bill has attended Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom for 18 consecutive years, and travels approximately 60 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 17 of their 29 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom was $330.00 per Scout.

Does Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 3 out of 10 in considering Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom

Problems in past years. One year camp staff was inexperienced Another year was set up as “skills” choices, and we found that 10 hours of first aid skills (TF, SC, and FC requirements) in one week for new Scouts was not what they needed.

Bill rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom have a older Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom

Older Scouts are the backbone of the Troop. Offering them a good program encourages them to come to summer camp, interact with the younger boys, and gives an opportunity for them to develop leadership.

Bill rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom’s Merit Badge Program

Bill ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom 

The variety of offerings gave all a chance to do some things in areas of their particular interest.

Bill rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

As usual, the aquatics staff was helpful and thorough. There were opportunities for boys to make up requirements they couldn’t complete the first time around. The new Inventing Badge was offered and seemed to be popular and made for a lot of interesting efforts in the campsite.

Bill added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom’s  Facilities

Bill ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom 

The facilities are more than adequate for the camp.

Bill rated satisfaction with the facilities 4 out of 10 because:

Bill added these comments regarding the facilities –

Much of the camp looks old and worn. Many of the tents are worn, tent platforms are beat up, and latrines are clean but show years of wear. Program area buildings are in fair condition, as is the dining hall.

Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom’s Staff

Bill ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Heritage Reservation – Camp Freedom 

Bill rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Very friendly and helpful. It appears that a lot of the staff is younger and “greener” than in some past years, but overall they did a good job.

Bill added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Dennis about
Lost Pines Scout Reservation
in Texas

  • Dennis is a Scoutmaster
  • Dennis’s troop was at Lost Pines Scout Reservation beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Lost Pines Scout Reservation is out of council for Dennis
  • Dennis has attended Lost Pines Scout Reservation for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 170 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 32 of their 45 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Lost Pines Scout Reservation was $280.00 per Scout.

Does Lost Pines Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Dennis ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines Scout Reservation

assist in moving younger scouts towards first class

Dennis rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Dennis added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Lost Pines Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Dennis ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines Scout Reservation

Dennis rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

Dennis added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Lost Pines Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Dennis ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines Scout Reservation 

LARGE SELECTION OF MERIT BADGES TO CHOOSE FROM

Dennis rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Dennis added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Lost Pines Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Dennis ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines Scout Reservation 

Dennis rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Dennis added these comments regarding the facilities –

Lost Pines Scout Reservation’s Staff

Dennis ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines Scout Reservation 

Dennis rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Dennis added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Casey about
Lost Pines
in Texas

  • Casey is a Youth Member
  • Casey’s troop was at Lost Pines beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Lost Pines is out of council for Casey
  • Casey has attended Lost Pines for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 250 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 15 of their 23 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Lost Pines was $360.00 per Scout.

Does Lost Pines have a younger Scout program? Yes

Casey ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines

I am a Life Scout

Casey rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Casey added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Lost Pines have a older Scout program? Yes

Casey ranked the older Scout program ranked 1 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines

I may be a Life Scout but I am only 13.

Casey rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Casey added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Lost Pines’s Merit Badge Program

Casey ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines 

I need Merit Badges for my Eagle Palms

Casey rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

The Counselors were fun and dedicated to what they do. There were more bade offered at camp than what we saw in our brochure.

Casey added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Lost Pines’s  Facilities

Casey ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines 

For a 7 day stay, you would like good available facilities.

Casey rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Casey added these comments regarding the facilities –

Lost Pines’s Staff

Casey ranked the staff 1 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines 

Casey rated satisfaction with the staff  out of 10 because:

Casey added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Steve about
Camp Hi-Sierra
in California

  • Steve is a Scoutmaster
  • Steve’s troop was at Camp Hi-Sierra beginning on June 20, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Hi-Sierra is in council for Steve
  • Steve has attended Camp Hi-Sierra for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 225 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 33 of their 45 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Hi-Sierra was $365.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Hi-Sierra have a younger Scout program? Yes

Steve ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Hi-Sierra

We believe that it is the troops responsibility to incorporate the Trail to First Class advancement into the Troop program. It is our belief that Scouts attending Scout Camp should be experiencing things that they cannot experience anywhere else

Steve rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Steve added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Hi-Sierra have a older Scout program? Yes

Steve ranked the older Scout program ranked 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Hi-Sierra

Of the Older Boys that attended they were involved with completing Eagle required merit badges…
Of the Older Boys that didn’t attend summer camp most were either working in a camp environment or going on adventures that the average Scout Camp could not compete with. For most Older Boys … that have been to a Scout Camp for two to three years they are for the most part done with being a camper at a Scout Camp. Most “Older” boy programs are offered at summer camps are an after thought opposed to a dynamic experience.

Steve rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Steve added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Hi-Sierra’s Merit Badge Program

Steve ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Hi-Sierra 

Summer camp is one of the few environments where some outdoor merit badges can be earned. Additionally it is often a rare environment where some of the more unique merit badges can be staged.

Steve rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 2 out of 10 because:

Was very put off by the Merit Badge Program from the onset. While though we were bringing one of the largest groups to the camp… we found that the system of sign ups prevented nearly all of our Scouts from getting any of their selections. The response from the managing Professionals and Key Camp personnel amounted to a big “Oh Well thats the way it is done here. It was only with push back that we even got any accommodation toward the critical needs of some of our scouts.

In addition it became real apparent from the shear volume of merit badge the scouts did end up “Earning” that the camp is a merit badge factory. Some merit badges could be done on a drop in basis. The record time for “Earning” a merit badge was ten minutes … from arrival to signed blue card for Art Merit Badge. Very very disappointed in the quality of instruction that was being condoned..

Steve added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Hi-Sierra’s  Facilities

Steve ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Hi-Sierra 

Steve rated satisfaction with the facilities 2 out of 10 because:

While the camp does provide Wall Tents and platforms no where in the documentation was there disclosure that there were no Cots. Having visited the camp in the off season … observations lead to the conclusion that cots were provided (walked around and saw cots scans pads… in some of the camp sites. Made the erroneous assumption that the rest of the cots and mattresses were stored for the winter.)

In addition the shower facilities were way deficient for the size of the camp. There was only one shower house and of the ten plus shower heads only two actually provided a stream of water that could be described as a shower. The rest were no better than a drip. This caused back ups and dissatisfaction from the Scouts

Having visited the camp in the off season … was dismayed to see the same refuse stacked up in the main part of camp that had been there in the winter. It was real clear that maintenance and aesthetics of the camp were not a priority of the Camp Rangers who also was a bit of a contentious individual.

Steve added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Hi-Sierra’s Staff

Steve ranked the staff 2 out of 10 in considering Camp Hi-Sierra 

Summer camp staff is an unknown quantity. It is impossible to judge from one year to the next what the staff attitude and ability is going to be. While a poor reputation of the Staff might diminish a camp from choice it is not a sought out factor in selection.

Steve rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Steve added these comments regarding the staff –

The Staff of the camp was very dedicated. A couple of Staff members stand out for their willingness to go beyond the Job. Over all there were no significant issues with the staff… other than they were only challenged to met the Standards as conveyed by the culture of the camp (RE: Merit Badge Factory)

 

Answers from Terry about
Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn)
in Missouri

  • Terry is a Scoutmaster
  • Terry’s troop was at Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn) beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn) is out of council for Terry
  • Terry has attended Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn) for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 270 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 10 of their 30 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn) was $270.00.00 per Scout.

Does Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn) have a younger Scout program? Yes

Terry ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn)

We like that there is a younger scout program, but we don’t force the new scouts to go. It does let them cover many of the Tenderfoot, 2nd class and 1st class requirements as well as a chance to work on a couple merit badges (this year was Swimming and Woodworking)

Terry rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

It was a pretty good program. My 1 Scout that went seemed to really enjoy it.

Terry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn) have a older Scout program? Yes

Terry ranked the older Scout program ranked 6 out of 10 in considering Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn)

Terry rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

They had a COPE program, and the one Scout from our troop that went really enjoyed it. He took it last year as well. Their COPE program is a multi-year program, so each year, new things are added.

Terry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn)’s Merit Badge Program

Terry ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn) 

Earning Merit Badges can be a lot of fun at camp. There were some choices for Merit Badges, but they also had lots of activities were a merit badge was not earned.

It’s still nice to make sure they have a decent selection of Merit Badges if they choose to work on them.

Terry rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Terry added these comments regarding the merit badge program

They had a good program.

Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn)’s  Facilities

Terry ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn) 

This camp is on a rather large lake, so many of the activities revolve around the water. This is something the Scouts really like, and the reason they chose this camp over others.

Terry rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

We attended this camp last year, so we knew what to expect. They did add a pool this year along with a Scuba program. While none of my Scouts got a chance to take that class, it was a great camp.

Terry added these comments regarding the facilities –

Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn)’s Staff

Terry ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Lake of the Ozarks Scout Reservation (Camp Hohn) 

Terry rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

The camp staff did everything they could to make it a great time. While that’s expected, it’s not always provided. They did a great job. It rained some every day we were there except the couple hours Saturday morning as we packed to head home. That can be tough on everyone, and the Staff did a great job.

Terry added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Brad about
Daniel Morgan
in Georgia

  • Brad is a Committee
  • Brad’s troop was at Daniel Morgan beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • Daniel Morgan is out of council for Brad
  • Brad has attended Daniel Morgan for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 100 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 28 of their 35 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Daniel Morgan was $120.00 per Scout.

Does Daniel Morgan have a younger Scout program? No

Brad ranked the younger Scout program’s importance out of 10 in considering Daniel Morgan

Brad rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Brad added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Daniel Morgan have a older Scout program? No

Brad ranked the older Scout program ranked  out of 10 in considering Daniel Morgan

Brad rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Brad added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Daniel Morgan’s Merit Badge Program

Brad ranked the merit badge program 6 out of 10 in considering Daniel Morgan 

Brad rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Brad added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Daniel Morgan’s  Facilities

Brad ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Daniel Morgan 

Cabins, Dining Hall

Brad rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

The amount of space and flexibility to conduct activities.

Brad added these comments regarding the facilities –

Daniel Morgan’s Staff

Brad ranked the staff 4 out of 10 in considering Daniel Morgan 

Brad rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

Brad added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Michael about
Camp Frontier
in Ohio

  • Michael is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Michael’s troop was at Camp Frontier beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Frontier is out of council for Michael
  • Michael has attended Camp Frontier for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 98 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 30 of their 36 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (3 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Frontier was $290.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Frontier have a younger Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 2 out of 10 in considering Camp Frontier

We feel that summer camp is for merit badges and fun activities, the scout can earn rank requirements during the year.

Michael rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Frontier have a older Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Frontier

Offering programs such as high cope, ATV, and merit badges such as welding, aviation, golf allows the scouts to expand their view of the world.

Michael rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

At Pioneer, things are always well done. Merit badges have to be earned, the other programs are sincerely interesting and or really fun for the guys.

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Frontier’s Merit Badge Program

Michael ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Frontier 

As mentioned, we place a lot of value on the quality of the program offered. Variety and being meaningful, and well taught is crucial.

Michael rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Their counselors are well trained, some are nothing short of fabulous. The merit badges have to be earned. At the Michigan camps the merit badge program is mostly a joke. Guys dropped out after Monday and still were given the MB, the scouts complained that they felt they didn’t really do enough to earn them.

Michael added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Frontier’s  Facilities

Michael ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Frontier 

Everyone likes a hot shower, clean trails, tents that do not leak.

Michael rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Year after year, this camp excells in getting things right. Just wish the soil wasn’t all clay.

Michael added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Frontier’s Staff

Michael ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Frontier 

Whether it is check in, merit badge sign up, quality of the counselors, Pioneer has always been customer focused.

Michael rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

They were their typical great selves. Customer focus, willing to solve issues that came up.

Michael added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from tracy about
Raven Knob Scout Camp
in North Carolina

  • tracy is a Scoutmaster
  • tracy’s troop was at Raven Knob Scout Camp beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Raven Knob Scout Camp is out of council for tracy
  • tracy has attended Raven Knob Scout Camp for 14 consecutive years, and travels approximately 80 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 19 of their 32 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Raven Knob Scout Camp was $325.00 per Scout.

Does Raven Knob Scout Camp have a younger Scout program? Yes

tracy ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Raven Knob Scout Camp

tracy rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

tracy added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Raven Knob Scout Camp have a older Scout program? Yes

tracy ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Raven Knob Scout Camp

valuable options for our older scouts.

tracy rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

tracy added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Did not have any Scouts participating this year.

Raven Knob Scout Camp’s Merit Badge Program

tracy ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Raven Knob Scout Camp 

great instructors, wide variety of MBs offered — all very important to a good summer camp

tracy rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

always do a great job! Instruction is great and the variety of MBs offered is awesome.

tracy added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Raven Knob Scout Camp’s  Facilities

tracy ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Raven Knob Scout Camp 

great facilities, and the staff is always working to make things better!

tracy rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

new facilities and the TLC shown the other facilities.

tracy added these comments regarding the facilities –

Raven Knob Scout Camp’s Staff

tracy ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Raven Knob Scout Camp 

camp staff can make or break a summer camp. Our Scouts always find the staff encounters memorable (in a positive manner).

tracy rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

tracy added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Arthur G about
Camp Bomazeen
in Maine

  • Arthur G is a Scoutmaster
  • Arthur G’s troop was at Camp Bomazeen beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Bomazeen is in council for Arthur G
  • Arthur G has attended Camp Bomazeen for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 75 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 6 of their 7 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Bomazeen was $315.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Bomazeen have a younger Scout program? Yes

Arthur G ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Bomazeen

Arthur G rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

scouts came out almost first class and with a couple of merit badges

Arthur G added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Bomazeen have a older Scout program? Yes

Arthur G ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Bomazeen

Arthur G rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Arthur G added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Bomazeen’s Merit Badge Program

Arthur G ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Bomazeen 

Arthur G rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Arthur G added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Bomazeen’s  Facilities

Arthur G ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Bomazeen 

Arthur G rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Arthur G added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Bomazeen’s Staff

Arthur G ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Bomazeen 

Arthur G rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Arthur G added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Dave about
Boxwell – Stahlman
in Tennessee

  • Dave is a Troop Committee Chair
  • Dave’s troop was at Boxwell – Stahlman beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Boxwell – Stahlman is out of council for Dave
  • Dave has attended Boxwell – Stahlman for 15 consecutive years, and travels approximately 50 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 33 of their 40 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (3 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Boxwell – Stahlman was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Boxwell – Stahlman have a younger Scout program? Yes

Dave ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Boxwell – Stahlman

Helps young scout with advancement which we think increases youth retention.

Dave rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Dave added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Boxwell – Stahlman have a older Scout program? Yes

Dave ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Boxwell – Stahlman

Dave rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Dave added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Boxwell – Stahlman’s Merit Badge Program

Dave ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Boxwell – Stahlman 

There is a wide variety offerred.

Dave rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Dave added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Boxwell – Stahlman’s  Facilities

Dave ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Boxwell – Stahlman 

Youth and adult participants all like nice facilities.

Dave rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Dave added these comments regarding the facilities –

Boxwell – Stahlman’s Staff

Dave ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Boxwell – Stahlman 

Dave rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Dave added these comments regarding the staff –

Many of the staff are youth staff. If there was a camp available with older course instructors it could improve course delivery. There seems to be great room for improvement in this area. I expect what we experienced was typical of most scout camps since they are on spartan budgets. I think we go to this camp since it is close and convenient for the troop and aduts to travel to and from.

 

Answers from Michael about
Emerald Bay
in California

  • Michael is a Scoutmaster
  • Michael’s troop was at Emerald Bay beginning on June 21, 2015 for six days.
  • Emerald Bay is out of council for Michael
  • Michael has attended Emerald Bay for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 450 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 22 of their 27 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Emerald Bay was $650.00 per Scout.

Does Emerald Bay have a younger Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Emerald Bay

A great chance for the new boys to become immersed in scouts right away. A great chance to lean skills for advancement so they feel like they are launching right into their next rank with a leg up.

Michael rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

The program was well run and credible. The class size was large which is a detraction. They did complete the Second Class swim rescues but not the First Class which are always a pain to arrange for outside of camp. Also some requirements such as whipping and fusing were half covered in the classes which seems puzzling. Why not finish the requirements that were started?

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Emerald Bay have a older Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Emerald Bay

While older scouts going to summer camp is more focused on leadership and the experience, it’s great to see the boys engaged even though they’ve been around the block a couple of times.

Michael rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

While the camps selection of merit badges was limited which meant that the senior scouts were taking what merit badges they could or were back filling with merit badges they didn’t necessarily plan to take otherwise, the camp had numerous, challenging out of camp experiences such as troop bike rides, hikes, all day ocean canoe trips and snorkeling. This made the camp more of an experience for all of the boys.

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Emerald Bay’s Merit Badge Program

Michael ranked the merit badge program 3 out of 10 in considering Emerald Bay 

Going to this camp was more about the experience of camping on an island surrounded by tropical fish than the standard academic camp. This camp has the same 28 merit badges as every other camp there is. it’s not about the MB program at all.

Michael rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Michael added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Competent and well run but not above average.

Emerald Bay’s  Facilities

Michael ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Emerald Bay 

This camp was about going to Catalina Island for summer camp.

Michael rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

The camp knows that they are all about their location and they emphasize this. There is an enormous waterfront with every type of aquatic activity with emphasis on snorkeling.

Michael added these comments regarding the facilities –

Emerald Bay’s Staff

Michael ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Emerald Bay 

We didn’t pick the camp because of the staff, but staff makes all the difference. A great staff can make a mediocre camp seem stellar while a poor staff can make even the best equipped camp seem dismal.

Michael rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

The staff was awesome.

Michael added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Rich about
Sinoquipe
in Pennsylvania

  • Rich is a Scoutmaster
  • Rich’s troop was at Sinoquipe beginning on July 26, 2015 for seven days.
  • Sinoquipe is in council for Rich
  • Rich has attended Sinoquipe for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 65 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 20 of their 30 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Sinoquipe was $325.00.00 per Scout.

Does Sinoquipe have a younger Scout program? Yes

Rich ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Sinoquipe

it gives then a big leg up on the lower ranks.

Rich rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

they did everything with ease and then some.

Rich added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Sinoquipe have a older Scout program? Yes

Rich ranked the older Scout program ranked 3 out of 10 in considering Sinoquipe

older scouts can work on merit badges or be on camp staff no sense to pay all that money for nothing.

Rich rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Rich added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Sinoquipe’s Merit Badge Program

Rich ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Sinoquipe 

there was a big verity of merit badges.

Rich rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

took 20 boys and got 75 merit badges Good Job Boys.

Rich added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Sinoquipe’s  Facilities

Rich ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Sinoquipe 

Dinning hall with A/C new gun range, great waterfront.

Rich rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

they go all out for the comfort of the campors

Rich added these comments regarding the facilities –

Sinoquipe’s Staff

Rich ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Sinoquipe 

they did a great job well trained.

Rich rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

they went out of their way for everyone.

Rich added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bill about
Camp Daniel Boone
in North Carolina

  • Bill is a Scoutmaster
  • Bill’s troop was at Camp Daniel Boone beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Daniel Boone is out of council for Bill
  • Bill has attended Camp Daniel Boone for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 700 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 25 of their 50 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Daniel Boone was $400.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Daniel Boone have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Daniel Boone

New scouts did not come on this longer out of state trip.
We have found that new Scout programs are mediocre at best, and so poor at our FL camps we have had to do our own.
Most first year programs have too many Scouts and not enough time for hands on learning.
Ex: Instructor shows how to use an axe, four of twelve Scouts get a chance to try it, and time runs out and the group is on to the next requirement. No wonder the trading post is the most fun…
CDB is one of the finest camps in BSA.
Yet as I walked past the new Scout program, a counselor was leading a color guard of twenty Scouts as forty more watched.
I do not know if that resulted in a sign-off, or a referral back to the Troop to sign off…

Bill rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Daniel Boone have a older Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Daniel Boone

Our group was 100% older Scouts.

Bill rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

CDB offers a quality MB program, and staff is responsive when needed.

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Daniel Boone’s Merit Badge Program

Bill ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Daniel Boone 

My guys wanted all MBs, could not sell high adventure over Eagle required MBs.
Summer camp is seen as the time to get a bunch of MBs done.

Bill rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Scouts enjoyed most counselors, problems were addressed by staff.
CDB captures at least part of the B-P spirit of MBs by using local experts as counselors vs. older Scouts, in some cases.
Mr. Stockton of Stockton Farms does Horsemanship and Animal Husbandry in two offsite evenings each, with a no holds barred big-hearted plain spoken expert, and hands on the livestock. All that could make it better would be more time with Mr. Stockton!

Bill added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Daniel Boone’s  Facilities

Bill ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Daniel Boone 

We drive a long way from FL to get some elevation to cool off at night!
After that, a camp needs to have the necessities to deliver program.

Bill rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Bill added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Daniel Boone’s Staff

Bill ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Daniel Boone 

It is important, but impossible to predict from year to year.
All you can go on is reputation and word of mouth….

Bill rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Staff was engaged, and most were charged up about being there.

Bill added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Beth about
Emerald Bay
in California

  • Beth is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Beth’s troop was at Emerald Bay beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Emerald Bay is out of council for Beth
  • Beth has attended Emerald Bay for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 500 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 13 of their 84 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Emerald Bay was $624.00 per Scout.

Does Emerald Bay have a younger Scout program? Yes

Beth ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Emerald Bay

We made our camp reservation before new scouts bridged in. This particular camp experience was meant as a special event for scouts.

Beth rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Beth added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Emerald Bay have a older Scout program? Yes

Beth ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Emerald Bay

Camp Emerald Bay offers several high adventure programs for scouts. Our older scouts have complained about only being needed to help with younger scouts. This week was offered as a reward and challenge to those older scouts.

Beth rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

The older scouts who elected to participate in the high adventure offerings, all chose one of the week-long Scuba classes. They were able to get fully certified or further their certification with several open water ocean dives every day. The scouts all loved their instructors, the setting and the classes.

Beth added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Emerald Bay’s Merit Badge Program

Beth ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Emerald Bay 

Beth rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Emerald Bay has the fewest merit badge classes of any camp I’ve ever seen. That actually helped the boys (who didn’t do Scuba) decide what to do and opened up more time every day for troop adventures.

Beth added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Emerald Bay’s  Facilities

Beth ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Emerald Bay 

We had to fly and take a ferry to camp and so were limited in what we could bring.

Beth rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Every scout had a canvas tent and cot with mattress. We were provided with a shade structure in camp

Beth added these comments regarding the facilities –

Emerald Bay’s Staff

Beth ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Emerald Bay 

Camp staff is what makes or breaks a summer camp experience for scouts. Staff can elevate a mediocre camp to a great experience.

Beth rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

All of the camp staff were very helpful, friendly and communicative. We were assigned a ranger who helped our SPL work out the schedule for the week. Our week of camp was overbooked and it was clear that staff was a little stressed but that didn’t stop them from working to make sure our scouts had a great time.

Beth added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from e about
Turell
in New York

  • e is a Comttiee member
  • e’s troop was at Turell beginning on July 19, 2015 for seven days.
  • Turell is in council for e
  • e has attended Turell for 15 consecutive years, and travels approximately 65 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 9 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Turell was $445.00 per Scout.

Does Turell have a younger Scout program? Yes

e ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Turell

We like to have the older scouts teach the newer ones this keeps the older scouts coming back and we have control over the program

e rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

e added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Turell have a older Scout program? Yes

e ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Turell

e rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

e added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

we have never had a problem getting the older scouts to come to camp unless they where staff members

Turell’s Merit Badge Program

e ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Turell 

e rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

e added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Too many scoutmasters do not care and just want the scouts to get a lot of merit badges. They do not know about the other items are learned at camp they get lost in we need to get merit badges

Turell’s  Facilities

e ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Turell 

e rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

e added these comments regarding the facilities –

We go to the camp for patrol cooking

Turell’s Staff

e ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Turell 

e rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

e added these comments regarding the staff –

we feel they are in camp to support the troops program. that is not how most troops are any more

 

Answers from Steve about
Resica Falls
in Pennsylvania

  • Steve is a Scoutmaster
  • Steve’s troop was at Resica Falls beginning on July 12, 2015 for six days.
  • Resica Falls is in council for Steve
  • Steve has attended Resica Falls for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 90 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 17 of their 27 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Resica Falls was $399.00 per Scout.

Does Resica Falls have a younger Scout program? Yes

Steve ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Resica Falls

We only had a couple of new scouts attend camp this year so we like the idea that new scouts get to attend events with fellow scouts of the same age.

Steve rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Steve added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Resica Falls have a older Scout program? Yes

Steve ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Resica Falls

its good for the older scouts to get a change of pace, so that if they do not want to do merit badges they can participate in cope

Steve rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

it seems they all enjoyed it very much

Steve added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Resica Falls’s Merit Badge Program

Steve ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Resica Falls 

most of our scouts this is the cornerstone of summer camp

Steve rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

again instruction was too broad, some requirements were glossed over

Steve added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Resica Falls’s  Facilities

Steve ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Resica Falls 

nice facilities that are in good shape and safe are important, good food in dining hall is important

Steve rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

variety of programming

Steve added these comments regarding the facilities –

Resica Falls’s Staff

Steve ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Resica Falls 

Steve rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Steve added these comments regarding the staff –

camp staff seemed adequate, could have been more friendly and experienced

 

Answers from Thomas about
Camp Durant
in North Carolina

  • Thomas is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Thomas’s troop was at Camp Durant beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Durant is in council for Thomas
  • Thomas has attended Camp Durant for 5 consecutive years, and travels approximately 90 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 35 of their 47 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Durant was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Durant have a younger Scout program? Yes

Thomas ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Durant

Thomas rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

Thomas added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Durant have a older Scout program? Yes

Thomas ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Durant

We have more older scouts than first year scouts

Thomas rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

Thomas added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Durant’s Merit Badge Program

Thomas ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Durant 

Thomas rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Thomas added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Durant’s  Facilities

Thomas ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Durant 

Thomas rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Thomas added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Durant’s Staff

Thomas ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Durant 

Thomas rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

Thomas added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Cindy about
Camp Arrowhead
in Missouri

  • Cindy is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Cindy’s troop was at Camp Arrowhead beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Arrowhead is in council for Cindy
  • Cindy has attended Camp Arrowhead for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 35 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 6 of their 10 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Arrowhead was $235.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Arrowhead have a younger Scout program? Yes

Cindy ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Arrowhead

We are a special needs troop. We started a new program within our council called camp-within-a-camp. We provided our own program for our Scouts mixed with activities offered by the camp. It was a huge success and our Scouts are already planning for next year.

Cindy rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Cindy added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Arrowhead have a older Scout program? Yes

Cindy ranked the older Scout program ranked 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Arrowhead

We are a special needs troop. We started a new program within our council called camp-within-a-camp. We provided our own program for our Scouts mixed with activities offered by the camp. It was a huge success and our Scouts are already planning for next year.

Cindy rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Cindy added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Arrowhead’s Merit Badge Program

Cindy ranked the merit badge program 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Arrowhead 

Cindy rated satisfaction with the merit badge program out of 10 because:

Cindy added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Arrowhead’s  Facilities

Cindy ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Arrowhead 

In council. Less travel time. Closer to our scouts doctors and hospitals in case of illness.

Cindy rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

I have to say what exceeded expectations was the camp kitchen. They had the entire staff walk out the week before, however, they were able to get more volunteers than actually needed to come in and get everything pulled together in the two days time between sessions. Not only did they just pull it together, but they were able to accommodate all of our dietary and food allergy needs.

Cindy added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Arrowhead’s Staff

Cindy ranked the staff 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Arrowhead 

Cindy rated satisfaction with the staff  out of 10 because:

Cindy added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Barry about
Hidden Valley
in New Hampshire

  • Barry is a Scoutmaster
  • Barry’s troop was at Hidden Valley beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Hidden Valley is in council for Barry
  • Barry has attended Hidden Valley for 5 consecutive years, and travels approximately 40 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 10 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Hidden Valley was $335.00 per Scout.

Does Hidden Valley have a younger Scout program? Yes

Barry ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Hidden Valley

Helps Scouts achieve the 1st class rank.

Barry rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Barry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Hidden Valley have a older Scout program? Yes

Barry ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Hidden Valley

Keeps the older scouts coming to camp

Barry rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Something for the older scouts every day

Barry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Hidden Valley’s Merit Badge Program

Barry ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Hidden Valley 

Scouts need a place to earn the specialty badges

Barry rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Lots of choices

Barry added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Hidden Valley’s  Facilities

Barry ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Hidden Valley 

Barry rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Barry added these comments regarding the facilities –

Hidden Valley’s Staff

Barry ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Hidden Valley 

Staff makes the camp.

Barry rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Whenever I asked a question, they gave the perfect answer (“I’ll get back to your SPL on that”)

Barry added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Vickie about
Camp John Mensinger
in California

  • Vickie is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Vickie’s troop was at Camp John Mensinger beginning on June 28, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp John Mensinger is in council for Vickie
  • Vickie has attended Camp John Mensinger for 10 consecutive years, and travels approximately 103 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 29 of their 65 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp John Mensinger was $340.00 per Scout.

Does Camp John Mensinger have a younger Scout program? Yes

Vickie ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger

This program gives the new younger scout a chance to learn the skills need to advance to first class in an outdoor setting.

Vickie rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

This program taught at least 1/3 of the skills needed to advance to first class.

Vickie added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp John Mensinger have a older Scout program? No

Vickie ranked the older Scout program ranked  out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger

Vickie rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Vickie added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp John Mensinger’s Merit Badge Program

Vickie ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

For the older scouts, this is the opportunity for them to earn most of the merit badges they will need to achieve Eagle since most of them are involved in many school and sporting activities, and don’t have time to go to merit badge workshops.

Vickie rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

They offered a large variety of merit badges. At least 25% were being offered for the first time at this camp. And 30% of the merit badges offered were Eagle required badges.

Vickie added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp John Mensinger’s  Facilities

Vickie ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

Vickie rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

The council had added a snack bar to the trading post with an outside pickup window. This meant that the scouts didn’t fill up the trading post waiting in line to make purchases.

Vickie added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp John Mensinger’s Staff

Vickie ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

If the staff isn’t good, then the programs and classes offered will not be any good.

Vickie rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

The staff was most in the under 25 year range including the camp director. These young staff members give the scouts attending the message that they can still be involved in scouting even after they have achieved Eagle. And that scouting is a career that they might want to explore.

Vickie added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Wes about
Slippery Falls
in Oklahoma

  • Wes is a Scoutmaster
  • Wes’s troop was at Slippery Falls beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Slippery Falls is out of council for Wes
  • Wes has attended Slippery Falls for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 150 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 9 of their 15 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Slippery Falls was $245.00.00 per Scout.

Does Slippery Falls have a younger Scout program? Yes

Wes ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Slippery Falls

This helps several of our newer Scouts to advance in rank a little faster and be able to do even more activities the following year.

Wes rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

The camp staff took the time to make sure that all my Scouts accomplish the requirements they were expected to achieve. The staff also made sure that they got at least one meeting with the adult leaders in my Troop to make sure and keep us updated on what they were working on and even what they needed to spend a little extra time on.

Wes added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Slippery Falls have a older Scout program? Yes

Wes ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Slippery Falls

This helps keep my older Scouts active and wanting to do more activities and in our case, help with hteir leadership roles in our Troop for being there and mentoring the younger Scouts to complete the classes that might be somewhat boring to the younger Scouts.

Wes rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

The Staff and instructors were highly trained in their courses of study. Most of the instructors made it fun for the Scouts to learn and keep it all interresting for them.

Wes added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Slippery Falls’s Merit Badge Program

Wes ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Slippery Falls 

I have a Troop of highly diverse Scouts that are interrested in several different merit badges. One of the major things my Scouts look for is a wide range of different options they can chose from.

Wes rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

They not only had the “normal” merit badges that several summer camps offer, but had several more highly experience level merit badges for my older Scouts such as the muzzle loading rifles and motorboating merit bages.

Wes added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Slippery Falls’s  Facilities

Wes ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Slippery Falls 

These are important but not as much as the learning experience they recieve. Frustration of not getting to take a shower or use a flushable or even usable non-flushable toilet tends to take its toll on Scouts and Adult Leaders, alike. An air conditioned area such as an open dinning hall where the Scouts can go to cool off also help.

Wes rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

The showers were great once you were able to get in. Usually the line to get into the showers was several hours long. My Scouts would go to the dinning hall where they could cool off and socialize until the shower lines would go down. The dinning halls were large and not very crowded even during dinner, they would hold some of the merit badge classes in the dinning hall

Wes added these comments regarding the facilities –

Slippery Falls’s Staff

Wes ranked the staff 6 out of 10 in considering Slippery Falls 

Wes rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

All the camp staff were very nice and respectful. they knew their classes and handled the classes very well. The Camp Commissioners were always on the go checking to make sure staff had what they needed to do their classes and would even come sit down with us during meals and seem to honestly want feedback on how we were doing, how we were enjoying, what they could do to make it better, where we came from, why we chose that camp.

Wes added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Mark about
Wente Scout Reservation
in California

  • Mark is a Scoutmaster
  • Mark’s troop was at Wente Scout Reservation beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Wente Scout Reservation is in council for Mark
  • Mark has attended Wente Scout Reservation for 5 consecutive years, and travels approximately 160 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 27 of their 38 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (3 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Wente Scout Reservation was $385.00 per Scout.

Does Wente Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Mark ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Wente Scout Reservation

“Trail to first class” can be a good introduction to Scout skill for first year campers

Mark rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Mark added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Wente Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? No

Mark ranked the older Scout program ranked  out of 10 in considering Wente Scout Reservation

Mark rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Mark added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Wente Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Mark ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Wente Scout Reservation 

Mark rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Mark added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Mixed bag as always. There is never enough time to do Scoutcraft properly. Waterfront is good.

Wente Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Mark ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Wente Scout Reservation 

Mark rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Showers with hot water is always good!

Mark added these comments regarding the facilities –

Wente Scout Reservation’s Staff

Mark ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Wente Scout Reservation 

Staff makes or breaks a camp

Mark rated satisfaction with the staff 3 out of 10 because:

Too many “odd ducks” this year. Spirit was off. Understand temps were over 100 degrees during staff week and I think training was hurt by this.

Mark added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Benjamin about
Mateguay Scout Ranch
in California

  • Benjamin is a Youth Member
  • Benjamin’s troop was at Mateguay Scout Ranch beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Mateguay Scout Ranch is in council for Benjamin
  • Benjamin has attended Mateguay Scout Ranch for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 85 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 6 of their 17 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Mateguay Scout Ranch was $335.00.00 per Scout.

Does Mateguay Scout Ranch have a younger Scout program? Yes

Benjamin ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Mateguay Scout Ranch

Important to be able to get as many of us there as possible.

Benjamin rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Yes, they have a whole separate pool for Trail to 1st Class so I was not in with all the old kids.

Benjamin added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Mateguay Scout Ranch have a older Scout program? Yes

Benjamin ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Mateguay Scout Ranch

Because then my brother and I were not at all the same stuff. He did ATV and Shotguns and I will do that later.

Benjamin rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Cool stuff for me to do soon.

Benjamin added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Mateguay Scout Ranch’s Merit Badge Program

Benjamin ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Mateguay Scout Ranch 

Benjamin rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Benjamin added these comments regarding the merit badge program

They do tracks so there are weird MBs that go together I would never do otherwise. I wish they did more water sports with or without a MB for it.

The counselors are usually so young they just pass us off even if they can not read our handwriting.

Mateguay Scout Ranch’s  Facilities

Benjamin ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Mateguay Scout Ranch 

It is hidden so no one wanders into camp and through our campsites like when we went to Camp Fiesta Island.

Benjamin rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Benjamin added these comments regarding the facilities –

They are fixing it up now. We need more toilets and showers in a serious way. It takes forever to get places because everything is so spread out. They also have cats and dogs which is pretty fun since I missed my dog.

Mateguay Scout Ranch’s Staff

Benjamin ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Mateguay Scout Ranch 

Benjamin rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Commander Pepe was really funny.

Benjamin added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Gregg about
Horseshoe Scout Reservation
in Pennsylvania

  • Gregg is a Scoutmaster
  • Gregg’s troop was at Horseshoe Scout Reservation beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Horseshoe Scout Reservation is out of council for Gregg
  • Gregg has attended Horseshoe Scout Reservation for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 25 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 14 of their 22 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Horseshoe Scout Reservation was $380.00 per Scout.

Does Horseshoe Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Gregg ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Horseshoe Scout Reservation

Chance for the scouts to get good start in scouting

Gregg rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 6 out of 10

Gregg added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Horseshoe Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Gregg ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Horseshoe Scout Reservation

Gregg rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Gregg added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Horseshoe Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Gregg ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Horseshoe Scout Reservation 

Need good selection to engage all scouts at camp and also MBs that may be difficult to get outside of camp

Gregg rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Good offerings, great councilors (sic), etc

Gregg added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Horseshoe Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Gregg ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Horseshoe Scout Reservation 

Camps with leaky tents, falling apart tent platforms etc aren’t fun because you’re dealing with problems. Of course, scouts see these as part of the adventure.

Gregg rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Very well maintained camp. Real fire circles in camp sites. Variety of camping styles (tents,adirondacks, pole buildings, etc depending on site. Real pavilions at most sites. Nice mess hall and other buildings on site

Gregg added these comments regarding the facilities –

Horseshoe Scout Reservation’s Staff

Gregg ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Horseshoe Scout Reservation 

Gregg rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Staff was great. Helped unload gear on arrival, always asking if you need help. Assigned staff member to the troop for the week as a point person. Ask your opinion to see how things are going, etc. During checkout survey scouts rated the staff as the best reason to return to the camp. Usually, it’s the program that the will rate.

Gregg added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Jay about
Camp Cooper
in Oregon

  • Jay is a Scoutmaster
  • Jay’s troop was at Camp Cooper beginning on July 19, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Cooper is in council for Jay
  • Jay has attended Camp Cooper for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 45 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 6 of their 15 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Cooper was $294.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Cooper have a younger Scout program? Yes

Jay ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Cooper

Almost all the Scout that went this year were young scouts. My older scout were on staff at this camp.

Jay rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Complete there Tenderfoot and 2nd. class requirements.

Jay added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Cooper have a older Scout program? No

Jay ranked the older Scout program ranked  out of 10 in considering Camp Cooper

Jay rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Jay added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Cooper’s Merit Badge Program

Jay ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Cooper 

This camp offered Merit badges that is not offered at the others .

Jay rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

N/A

Jay added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Cooper’s  Facilities

Jay ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Cooper 

This year the boys didnot have to cook in camp.

Jay rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Jay added these comments regarding the facilities –

N/A

Camp Cooper’s Staff

Jay ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Cooper 

I had older scout on staff I wanted to see if they have the right stuff and show proper leadership.

Jay rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

N/A

Jay added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Charles about
Woodruff
in Georgia

  • Charles is a Troop Committee member
  • Charles’s troop was at Woodruff beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • Woodruff is in council for Charles
  • Charles has attended Woodruff for 10 consecutive years, and travels approximately 68 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 38 of their 61 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Woodruff was $345.00 per Scout.

Does Woodruff have a younger Scout program? Yes

Charles ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Woodruff

The first year program is critical to setting the foundation for Scout skills

Charles rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

The Program director was an English Scout Group Leader who took what traditionally good program and took it to a higher level.

Charles added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Woodruff have a older Scout program? Yes

Charles ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Woodruff

Charles rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Charles added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Woodruff’s Merit Badge Program

Charles ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Woodruff 

We believe that Scouts should earn merit badges not just be given them for showing up.

Charles rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Charles added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Woodruff’s  Facilities

Charles ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Woodruff 

Good facilities make for a better experience.

Charles rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Charles added these comments regarding the facilities –

Woodruff’s Staff

Charles ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Woodruff 

Staff is the key to a good program.

Charles rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Charles added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Todd about
Hinkley
in Utah

  • Todd is a Committee member
  • Todd’s troop was at Hinkley beginning on July 20, 2015 for six days.
  • Hinkley is in council for Todd
  • Todd has attended Hinkley for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 100 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 4 of their 8 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Hinkley was $125.00.00 per Scout.

Does Hinkley have a younger Scout program? Yes

Todd ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Hinkley

As an LDS troop this is the only opportunity to camp and get Frist Class req

Todd rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

Todd added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Hinkley have a older Scout program? Yes

Todd ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Hinkley

Todd rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 4 out of 10 

Todd added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Most older scouts went independent backpacking

Hinkley’s Merit Badge Program

Todd ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Hinkley 

Meet the interests of the scouts

Todd rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Todd added these comments regarding the merit badge program

There would be it the age of YouTube and wiki a chance to work on any MB

Hinkley’s  Facilities

Todd ranked facilities 4 out of 10 in considering Hinkley 

Todd rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Camp is being rebuilt

Todd added these comments regarding the facilities –

Hinkley’s Staff

Todd ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering Hinkley 

Many old scouts from troop work there

Todd rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Todd added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bruce about
Quivira Scout Ranch
in Kansas

  • Bruce is a Committee Member
  • Bruce’s troop was at Quivira Scout Ranch beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Quivira Scout Ranch is in council for Bruce
  • Bruce has attended Quivira Scout Ranch for 6 consecutive years, and travels approximately 90 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 3 of their 25 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Quivira Scout Ranch was $240.00 per Scout.

Does Quivira Scout Ranch have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bruce ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Quivira Scout Ranch

I feel it important that the younger scouts have a chance to learn the skills necessary to get to First Class, and the Baden Powell at Quivira Scout Ranch does a very good job of that.

Bruce rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

They have the skills broken out for Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class and go at a pace that most boys are comfortable with and do not get bored.

Bruce added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Quivira Scout Ranch have a older Scout program? No

Bruce ranked the older Scout program ranked  out of 10 in considering Quivira Scout Ranch

Bruce rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Bruce added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Quivira Scout Ranch’s Merit Badge Program

Bruce ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Quivira Scout Ranch 

For scouts of all ages, it is important to learn new skills or expand on skills that are offered in a younger scout program. This camp offers a wide variety of merit badges from the usual, like swimming or nature, to some that maybe only a few camps offer, like welding and horsemanship. They also have an adult volunteer organization called the Tribe of Quivira that offers the Indian Lore merit badge, free of charge.

Bruce rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

They do a good job of getting the right staff to teach the merit badges. In the past year or two, they have made great strides in this area.

Bruce added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Quivira Scout Ranch’s  Facilities

Bruce ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Quivira Scout Ranch 

Without good facilities, there may not be a camp!

Bruce rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Bruce added these comments regarding the facilities –

Quivira is good at putting band-aids over areas that need to be fixed. They really need to work harder at doing a full repair or replacement of items as they wear out or break.

Quivira Scout Ranch’s Staff

Bruce ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Quivira Scout Ranch 

If you don’t have a good camp staff, the boys don’t have fun and the troop may not come back.

Bruce rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

This year’s staff at QSR was the most professional that they have had in years. I am very happy with the progress made in this area and am looking forward to next year and an even better staff.

Bruce added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from John about
Camp Geiger
in Missouri

  • John is a Scoutmaster
  • John’s troop was at Camp Geiger beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Geiger is in council for John
  • John has attended Camp Geiger for 6 consecutive years, and travels approximately 50 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 12 of their 15 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Geiger was $262.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Geiger have a younger Scout program? Yes

John ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Geiger

We do a lot of the trail to First Class on our own.

John rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Staff interest in providing program to the scouts.

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Geiger have a older Scout program? Yes

John ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Geiger

You need to keep the older scouts interested or you will lose them.

John rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Quality of the programs offered and the staff.

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Geiger’s Merit Badge Program

John ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Geiger 

We are a very active Troop. We have scouts earning as many merit badges from our Troop activities, as they earn at camp. We plan our program around what camp offers, and what the Yoon can do on our outings.

John rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

They do a great job of offering the core badges, and a mixture of new badges regularly to keep the menu fresh for every turning scout.

John added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Geiger’s  Facilities

John ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Geiger 

Important to see the council reinvesting in the facilities and program.

John rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

New FEMA Storm shelters.

John added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Geiger’s Staff

John ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Geiger 

If the camp staff are not motivated or inspired in their jobs, that will translate directly to the end results.

John rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

New Program Director just blew the lid off the whole week. Awesome!

John added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Ronald about
Onteora Scout Reservation
in New York

  • Ronald is a Scoutmaster
  • Ronald’s troop was at Onteora Scout Reservation beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Onteora Scout Reservation is in council for Ronald
  • Ronald has attended Onteora Scout Reservation for 15 consecutive years, and travels approximately 150 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 8 of their 15 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Onteora Scout Reservation was $355.00 per Scout.

Does Onteora Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Ronald ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Onteora Scout Reservation

A good new scout/first year camper program gives them a big jump on advancement

Ronald rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Ronald added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Onteora Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Ronald ranked the older Scout program ranked 1 out of 10 in considering Onteora Scout Reservation

My older boys were working at home or on camp staff. I only had 1st and 2nd year campers this year

Ronald rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Ronald added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Onteora Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Ronald ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Onteora Scout Reservation 

A large variety of merit badges keeps the program from getting stale as the boys get older

Ronald rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Ronald added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Onteora Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Ronald ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Onteora Scout Reservation 

Even if the staff and program are top notch, poor facilities make for an unpleasant week

Ronald rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

The camp is constantly making improvements. Last year they renovated and reopened a former dining hall into a program area. This year they turned it into a STEM center.

Ronald added these comments regarding the facilities –

Onteora Scout Reservation’s Staff

Ronald ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Onteora Scout Reservation 

A knowledgeable, enthusiastic and friendly camp staff makes for a great time

Ronald rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

The staff goes out of their way to welcome you “home” to camp and ensure that all your needs are being met.

Ronald added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Laura about
La No Che
in Florida

  • Laura is a Committee/COR
  • Laura’s troop was at La No Che beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • La No Che is out of council for Laura
  • Laura has attended La No Che for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 130 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 14 of their 44 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend La No Che was $300.00 per Scout.

Does La No Che have a younger Scout program? Yes

Laura ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 6 out of 10 in considering La No Che

Laura rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 6 out of 10

Laura added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does La No Che have a older Scout program? Yes

Laura ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering La No Che

Older boys have seen other camps so it’s important for them to do something new.

Laura rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

They had a heavy emphasis with a Native American theme.

Laura added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

La No Che’s Merit Badge Program

Laura ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering La No Che 

Boys need summer camp to do merit badges.

Laura rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 3 out of 10 because:

Pulp and Paper was offered in an hour and it didn’t touch the requirements. The counselor demonstrated and signed off completed on the blue cards. Total fraud! This made me question the fidelity of all of the merit badges.

Laura added these comments regarding the merit badge program

La No Che’s  Facilities

Laura ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering La No Che 

This is important as we had to live there for six days.

Laura rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Cabin bunkhouses for leaders.

Laura added these comments regarding the facilities –

La No Che’s Staff

Laura ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering La No Che 

The staff is the most important thing for boys at camp. Counselors can make a crappy camp great or a great camp crappy.

Laura rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Many of the merit badge counselors were very good. The office staff was accommodating and friendly. The dining hall staff were very good.

Laura added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Steven about
Roy C Manchester
in Kentucky

  • Steven is a Scoutmaster
  • Steven’s troop was at Roy C Manchester beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Roy C Manchester is in council for Steven
  • Steven has attended Roy C Manchester for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 150 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 10 of their 17 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Roy C Manchester was $245.00 per Scout.

Does Roy C Manchester have a younger Scout program? Yes

Steven ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Roy C Manchester

Under first class advancement and training

Steven rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Quality staff and leadership

Steven added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Roy C Manchester have a older Scout program? Yes

Steven ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Roy C Manchester

Steven rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Steven added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Roy C Manchester’s Merit Badge Program

Steven ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Roy C Manchester 

Steven rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Steven added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Roy C Manchester’s  Facilities

Steven ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Roy C Manchester 

Steven rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Steven added these comments regarding the facilities –

Roy C Manchester’s Staff

Steven ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Roy C Manchester 

Steven rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Steven added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Steve about
Camp Mitigwa
in Iowa

  • Steve is a Scoutmaster
  • Steve’s troop was at Camp Mitigwa beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Mitigwa is in council for Steve
  • Steve has attended Camp Mitigwa for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 40 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 13 of their 16 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Mitigwa was $260.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Mitigwa have a younger Scout program? Yes

Steve ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Mitigwa

it offers the new scouts a chance to get a jump start on learning skills and advancing in the troop and in their scouting experience.

Steve rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

it was a well run and organized experience for the new scouts.

Steve added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Mitigwa have a older Scout program? Yes

Steve ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Mitigwa

it offered unique opportunities for our scouts. for example, cinematography, theater, and welding.

Steve rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

really outstanding people leading the merit badge. The welder had over 27 years of experience.

Steve added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Mitigwa’s Merit Badge Program

Steve ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Mitigwa 

unique merit badges offered.

Steve rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

great quality of merit badge programs

Steve added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Mitigwa’s  Facilities

Steve ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Mitigwa 

Todd Eipperle is the camp director and this was his 3rd and final year of being camp director. he has transformed Camp Mitigwa into an amazing facility. offered campwide activities in the evening, and improved the physical aspects of the camp.

Steve rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

new surfaces to roads, pool rebuilt, shower facilities.

Steve added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Mitigwa’s Staff

Steve ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Mitigwa 

Todd Eipperle has built a well deserved reputation for running a top notch camp and for leading the rebuilding of the camp.

Steve rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Todd has inspired many scouts to continue to serve as counselors. this has improved the quality of the programs provided.

Steve added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bill about
MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation
in Wisconsin

  • Bill is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Bill’s troop was at MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation is in council for Bill
  • Bill has attended MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation for 8 consecutive years, and travels approximately 200 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 23 of their 38 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation was $350.00 per Scout.

Does MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation

New scouts need the opportunity to get rank requirements done and have a chance to earn merit badges as well.

Bill rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 6 out of 10

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Bill ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation

Camp should be fun and still give a scout the chance to work on advancing. Some badges should be ones not easily done at home.

Bill rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 6 out of 10 

Bill added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Bill ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation 

A major reason boys go to camp is the ability to earn merit badges and advance in rank.

Bill rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Bill added these comments regarding the merit badge program

MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Bill ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation 

Bill rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

Bill added these comments regarding the facilities –

MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation’s Staff

Bill ranked the staff 4 out of 10 in considering MaKaJaWan Scout Reservation 

Bill rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Bill added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Dwayne about
Camp John Mensinger
in California

  • Dwayne is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Dwayne’s troop was at Camp John Mensinger beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp John Mensinger is in council for Dwayne
  • Dwayne has attended Camp John Mensinger for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 115 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 22 of their 37 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp John Mensinger was $320.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp John Mensinger have a younger Scout program? Yes

Dwayne ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger

Want the younger Scouts to learn Scout skills and get a taste of the Sierras

Dwayne rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Small classes, personal attention, older Scouts and Scouter assisted the camp staff

Dwayne added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp John Mensinger have a older Scout program? Yes

Dwayne ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger

Variety of activities to challenge older Scouts

Dwayne rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Staff could customize program for individual Scouts or units

Dwayne added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp John Mensinger’s Merit Badge Program

Dwayne ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

Over sixty badges to choose from. New badges added. Multiple opportunities to take the badges

Dwayne rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Staff welcomed assistance from Scouters

Dwayne added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp John Mensinger’s  Facilities

Dwayne ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

Dwayne rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Dwayne added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp John Mensinger’s Staff

Dwayne ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

Staff is energetic, engaged, willing to do more than expected

Dwayne rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Dwayne added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Wallace about
Mitigwa
in Iowa

  • Wallace is a Scoutmaster
  • Wallace’s troop was at Mitigwa beginning on June 1, 2015 for six days.
  • Mitigwa is out of council for Wallace
  • Wallace has attended Mitigwa for 5 consecutive years, and travels approximately 177 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 12 of their 16 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Mitigwa was $250.00.00 per Scout.

Does Mitigwa have a younger Scout program? Yes

Wallace ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Mitigwa

Wallace rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Wallace added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Mitigwa have a older Scout program? Yes

Wallace ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Mitigwa

Wallace rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Wallace added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Mitigwa’s Merit Badge Program

Wallace ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Mitigwa 

Wallace rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Wallace added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Mitigwa’s  Facilities

Wallace ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Mitigwa 

Wallace rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Wallace added these comments regarding the facilities –

Mitigwa’s Staff

Wallace ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Mitigwa 

Wallace rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Wallace added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Larry about
Camp Freedom
in Pennsylvania

  • Larry is a Scoutmaster
  • Larry’s troop was at Camp Freedom beginning on June 28, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Freedom is out of council for Larry
  • Larry has attended Camp Freedom for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 300 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 12 of their 21 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Freedom was $310.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Freedom have a younger Scout program? Yes

Larry ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Freedom

We didn’t register any scouts for the younger scout program.

Larry rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Larry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Freedom have a older Scout program? Yes

Larry ranked the older Scout program ranked 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Freedom

We didn’t register any scouts for the older scout program.

Larry rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Larry added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Freedom’s Merit Badge Program

Larry ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Freedom 

We were looking for a wide range of merit badge offerings to accommodate both younger and older scouts.

Larry rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Excellent, well prepared staff.

Larry added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Freedom’s  Facilities

Larry ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Freedom 

Good facilities make the entire summer camp experience better.

Larry rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Program areas, dining hall.

Larry added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Freedom’s Staff

Larry ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Freedom 

The staff members have direct contact with the scouts.

Larry rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Shooting sports staff, handicraft staff.

Larry added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Carlton about
T. Brady Saunders
in Virginia

  • Carlton is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Carlton’s troop was at T. Brady Saunders beginning on July 12, 2015 for six days.
  • T. Brady Saunders is out of council for Carlton
  • Carlton has attended T. Brady Saunders for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 110 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 11 of their 40 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend T. Brady Saunders was $265.00 per Scout.

Does T. Brady Saunders have a younger Scout program? Yes

Carlton ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering T. Brady Saunders

Carlton rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

earned first aid ,swimming merit badges for first year.

Carlton added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does T. Brady Saunders have a older Scout program? Yes

Carlton ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering T. Brady Saunders

Carlton rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

offered Rangers challenge and civil war experience and COPE

Carlton added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

T. Brady Saunders’s Merit Badge Program

Carlton ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering T. Brady Saunders 

offered per. fitness ,per. management

Carlton rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Alot of eagle merit badges offered

Carlton added these comments regarding the merit badge program

T. Brady Saunders’s  Facilities

Carlton ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering T. Brady Saunders 

Seperate bath rooms. Sites in great condition . Food ver good.

Carlton rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Carlton added these comments regarding the facilities –

T. Brady Saunders’s Staff

Carlton ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering T. Brady Saunders 

Carlton rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Our camp site guide checked w/ us every day. Staff friendly and assisting in all matters.

Carlton added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Glenn about
Camp NoBeBeSco
in New Jersey

  • Glenn is a Scoutmaster
  • Glenn’s troop was at Camp NoBeBeSco beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp NoBeBeSco is out of council for Glenn
  • Glenn has attended Camp NoBeBeSco for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 800 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 19 of their 30 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp NoBeBeSco was $395.00 per Scout.

Does Camp NoBeBeSco have a younger Scout program? Yes

Glenn ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp NoBeBeSco

It was equally as important as older boy program

Glenn rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Staff did an excellent job

Glenn added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp NoBeBeSco have a older Scout program? Yes

Glenn ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp NoBeBeSco

Wide selection of challenging activities

Glenn rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Wide variety

Glenn added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp NoBeBeSco’s Merit Badge Program

Glenn ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp NoBeBeSco 

It is the backbone of camp

Glenn rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

No pre-registering for class. You show up to the class with a blue card from the Scoutmaster and you are in. Midweek the Counselors give the scoutmaster a progress report on every scout and badge. They are very good about making sure the scout learns the skills and don’t just pass them

Glenn added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp NoBeBeSco’s  Facilities

Glenn ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp NoBeBeSco 

Safety

Glenn rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

They are very conscientious about taking care of things. They may not have fancy facilities but the are very well maintained. They have the best food. All homemade. Steak, pot roast, a full turkey dinner with an actual 13 lb roast turkey for each 8 person table. Grilled cheese, homemade pizza, meatball subs, roast pork, BBQ chicken, real pies ( Apple, ice cram, chocolate, made from scratch brownies, eats, pancakes, French toast, homemade bread, and much more. They have their own baker. I don’t eat this good at home. That is why we drive 800 miles one way to attend. Going back next year and sending scouts to serve on staff. Best camp ever!!!!

Glenn added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp NoBeBeSco’s Staff

Glenn ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp NoBeBeSco 

They provide the spirit

Glenn rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Best staff. Never seen a staff so committed. They even eat dirt during skits!!! The scouts love them.

Glenn added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Michael about
Geiger
in Missouri

  • Michael is a Scoutmaster
  • Michael’s troop was at Geiger beginning on June 7, 2015 for seven days.
  • Geiger is out of council for Michael
  • Michael has attended Geiger for 12 consecutive years, and travels approximately 70 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 15 of their 20 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Geiger was $265.00.00 per Scout.

Does Geiger have a younger Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Geiger

It’s great to get the new scouts off on a good start.

Michael rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 2 out of 10

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Many “activities” involved standing in line waiting your turn. I don’t like to see youth standing in lines.

Does Geiger have a older Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Geiger

It’s important to keep them interested and engaged

Michael rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Camp Geiger offers the Mic-O-Say program and it is the reason we attend this camp. MOS has effectively captured the older scouts and keeps them returning until they go to college. It is not out of the ordinary to have several 7 and 8 year attendance at summer camp.

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Geiger’s Merit Badge Program

Michael ranked the merit badge program 6 out of 10 in considering Geiger 

Michael rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Michael added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Merit badges at camp for non activity (ie citz. nation) are show up and pass classes. Though the scouts do learn many just get through.

Geiger’s  Facilities

Michael ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Geiger 

It’s a fun old school camp that is working diligently to modernize while keeping the older “traditions”

Michael rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Michael added these comments regarding the facilities –

Geiger’s Staff

Michael ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Geiger 

If the staff is not engaged I can’t imagine it’s much fun for anyone.

Michael rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

After a big heavy rain and storm staff toured each campsite and provided extra gear for any scouts that might have been unprepared. (brought a dry sleeping bag for one scout)

Michael added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Julie about
Many Point Summer Camp
in Minnesota

  • Julie is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Julie’s troop was at Many Point Summer Camp beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Many Point Summer Camp is in council for Julie
  • Julie has attended Many Point Summer Camp for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 190 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 33 of their 52 Scouts attending camp with 14 adults, (5 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Many Point Summer Camp was $295.00.00 per Scout.

Does Many Point Summer Camp have a younger Scout program? Yes

Julie ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Many Point Summer Camp

Because those first year scouts are able to do the First Class experience, and they learn so much. Plus, they are also able to earn a merit badge.

Julie rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

The instructors were so awesome, and the kids loved them. Which in turn makes it easier to learn.

Julie added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Many Point Summer Camp have a older Scout program? Yes

Julie ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Many Point Summer Camp

For example, my son was not interested in earning merit badges because he has all that is required for Eagle. He still wanted to go to camp, and they offered a Tier 3 program for him. ATV’s, that was a hit!

Julie rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

He thought he could chose what he wanted to do, and it turns out, it was what most of the group wanted to do.

Julie added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Many Point Summer Camp’s Merit Badge Program

Julie ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Many Point Summer Camp 

The Eagle required merit badges were a hit.

Julie rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

They were able to complete most all requirements.

Julie added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Many Point Summer Camp’s  Facilities

Julie ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Many Point Summer Camp 

Love Many Point!

Julie rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Not a negative thing about it!

Julie added these comments regarding the facilities –

Many Point Summer Camp’s Staff

Julie ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Many Point Summer Camp 

Evan is just fantastic, and he is always there to help out!

Julie rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

So energetic!

Julie added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Allan about
Hale Scout Reservation
in Oklahoma

  • Allan is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Allan’s troop was at Hale Scout Reservation beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • Hale Scout Reservation is in council for Allan
  • Allan has attended Hale Scout Reservation for 7 consecutive years, and travels approximately 150 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 22 of their 40 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Hale Scout Reservation was $270.00 per Scout.

Does Hale Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Allan ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 3 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation

most people wanted the merit badge program

Allan rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

They taught many of the outdoor skills for tenderfoot and 2nd class ranks.

Allan added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Hale Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Allan ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation

Most of our parents wanted their boys to earn merit badges.

Allan rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 6 out of 10 

Allan added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

I am not a fan of summer camp merit badge programs except for those outdoor activity badges best earned at camp, such as swimming, canoeing, pioneering, etc.

Hale Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Allan ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

Allan rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Allan added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Hale Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Allan ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

Allan rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Allan added these comments regarding the facilities –

Hale Scout Reservation’s Staff

Allan ranked the staff 6 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

Allan rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

This camp recruits staff mainly from state colleges and universities. This older staff brings more maturity to the camp, and better services.

Allan added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Andy about
Camp Shands
in Florida

  • Andy is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Andy’s troop was at Camp Shands beginning on June 21, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Shands is out of council for Andy
  • Andy has attended Camp Shands for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 120 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 25 of their 33 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Shands was $250.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Shands have a younger Scout program? Yes

Andy ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Shands

Andy rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Andy added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Shands have a older Scout program? Yes

Andy ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Shands

Andy rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Our scouts had an awesome time.

Andy added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Shands’s Merit Badge Program

Andy ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Shands 

Andy rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

The head of Program was quite accommodating to troops that had minor issues. Great staff!

Andy added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Shands’s  Facilities

Andy ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Shands 

Facilities help with the enjoyability of summer camp.

Andy rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

The rustic camp is very inviting.

Andy added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Shands’s Staff

Andy ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Shands 

Andy rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

The camp heads were fantastic.

Andy added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Layne about
Gorham Ranch
in New Mexico

  • Layne is a Scoutmaster
  • Layne’s troop was at Gorham Ranch beginning on July 6, 2015 for six days.
  • Gorham Ranch is in council for Layne
  • Layne has attended Gorham Ranch for 03 consecutive years, and travels approximately 0168 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 4 of their 16 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Gorham Ranch was $280.00 per Scout.

Does Gorham Ranch have a younger Scout program? Yes

Layne ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Gorham Ranch

Layne rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Layne added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Gorham Ranch have a older Scout program? Yes

Layne ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Gorham Ranch

Layne rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Layne added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Gorham Ranch’s Merit Badge Program

Layne ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Gorham Ranch 

Layne rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Layne added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Gorham Ranch’s  Facilities

Layne ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Gorham Ranch 

Layne rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Layne added these comments regarding the facilities –

Gorham Ranch’s Staff

Layne ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Gorham Ranch 

Layne rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

Layne added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from John about
Camp Powhatan
in Virginia

  • John is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • John’s troop was at Camp Powhatan beginning on June 28, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Powhatan is out of council for John
  • John has attended Camp Powhatan for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 200 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 17 of their 28 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Powhatan was $310.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Powhatan have a younger Scout program? Yes

John ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Powhatan

Have my new scouts take merit badges they enjoy. Teach rank requirements in house.

John rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Powhatan have a older Scout program? Yes

John ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Powhatan

Keep the older boys in scouting.

John rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

The older scouts raved about the camp.

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Powhatan’s Merit Badge Program

John ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Powhatan 

Did not want the same merit badges most camps offer.

John rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

The older scouts enjoyed them.

John added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Powhatan’s  Facilities

John ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Powhatan 

John rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

John added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Powhatan’s Staff

John ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Powhatan 

want a camp where they care about the troop having a good time.

John rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

John added these comments regarding the staff –

very good staff.

 

Answers from jeff about
Woodruff Blairsville Ga
in Georgia

  • jeff is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • jeff’s troop was at Woodruff Blairsville Ga beginning on June 1, 2015 for six days.
  • Woodruff Blairsville Ga is in council for jeff
  • jeff has attended Woodruff Blairsville Ga for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 90 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 18 of their 20 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Woodruff Blairsville Ga was $300.00 per Scout.

Does Woodruff Blairsville Ga have a younger Scout program? Yes

jeff ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Woodruff Blairsville Ga

jeff rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

jeff added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Woodruff Blairsville Ga have a older Scout program? Yes

jeff ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Woodruff Blairsville Ga

jeff rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

jeff added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Woodruff Blairsville Ga’s Merit Badge Program

jeff ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Woodruff Blairsville Ga 

jeff rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

jeff added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Woodruff Blairsville Ga’s  Facilities

jeff ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Woodruff Blairsville Ga 

jeff rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

jeff added these comments regarding the facilities –

Woodruff Blairsville Ga’s Staff

jeff ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Woodruff Blairsville Ga 

jeff rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

jeff added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from jana about
Comer Scout Reservation
in Alabama

  • jana is a Scoutmaster
  • jana’s troop was at Comer Scout Reservation beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Comer Scout Reservation is in council for jana
  • jana has attended Comer Scout Reservation for 10 consecutive years, and travels approximately 45 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 2 of their 5 Scouts attending camp with 1 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Comer Scout Reservation was $265.00 per Scout.

Does Comer Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

jana ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Comer Scout Reservation

The scouts that I had attending have already been through the first year scout program called Eagle Bound at the camp.

jana rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

jana added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Comer Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

jana ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Comer Scout Reservation

I want my scouts to have opportunities to experience age appropriate activities.

jana rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

jana added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Comer Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

jana ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Comer Scout Reservation 

My district does not have many merit badge counselors so my it’s important to my troop to be able to earn badges that need more specialized instruction.

jana rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

jana added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Environmental Science met 2 days for 50 minute sessions and did observations that supposedly totaled 1 1/2 hours and completed all requirements. I do not feel that the badge was taught well. The badges often do not meet all the requirements but get signed off on anyway.

Comer Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

jana ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Comer Scout Reservation 

jana rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

jana added these comments regarding the facilities –

Comer Scout Reservation’s Staff

jana ranked the staff 3 out of 10 in considering Comer Scout Reservation 

We know most of the staffers and this is our primary council camp.

jana rated satisfaction with the staff 3 out of 10 because:

The staff in general was dull and lack luster. They did not do some of the things they were supposed to do. We participated in a camp wide scavenger hunt but the staff failed to score the sheets so they just skipped announcing the winner. I asked about who won and was told they would let me know, but they did not.

jana added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Michael about
Trexler Scout Reservation
in Pennsylvania

  • Michael is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Michael’s troop was at Trexler Scout Reservation beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Trexler Scout Reservation is out of council for Michael
  • Michael has attended Trexler Scout Reservation for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 65 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 12 of their 18 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Trexler Scout Reservation was $265.00 per Scout.

Does Trexler Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Trexler Scout Reservation

Michael rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 3 out of 10

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Trexler Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Trexler Scout Reservation

Michael rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Trexler Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Michael ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Trexler Scout Reservation 

Michael rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Michael added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Trexler Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Michael ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Trexler Scout Reservation 

Michael rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Michael added these comments regarding the facilities –

Trexler Scout Reservation’s Staff

Michael ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Trexler Scout Reservation 

Michael rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Michael added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bert about
Camp Alexander
in Colorado

  • Bert is a Scoutmaster
  • Bert’s troop was at Camp Alexander beginning on June 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Alexander is out of council for Bert
  • Bert has attended Camp Alexander for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 740 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 16 of their 17 Scouts attending camp with 9 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Alexander was $240.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Alexander have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bert ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Alexander

Bert rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Bert added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Alexander have a older Scout program? Yes

Bert ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Alexander

We started at NRA Willimington Center for two days and our boys just wanted to hang out in CO, do mountain boarding, repelling sports

Bert rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Great Staff fun events

Bert added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Alexander’s Merit Badge Program

Bert ranked the merit badge program 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Alexander 

Bert rated satisfaction with the merit badge program out of 10 because:

Bert added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Alexander’s  Facilities

Bert ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Alexander 

Rocky mountains we live in the flats

Bert rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Best time my boys have every had

Bert added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Alexander’s Staff

Bert ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Alexander 

I had talked to staff prior to coming about many different events (shooting, pictures etc)

Bert rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

Camp staff loved us and we were impressed with them

Bert added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Don about
Lefeber Northwoods Camp
in Wisconsin

  • Don is a Scoutmaster
  • Don’s troop was at Lefeber Northwoods Camp beginning on July 12, 2015 for six days.
  • Lefeber Northwoods Camp is in council for Don
  • Don has attended Lefeber Northwoods Camp for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 300 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 7 of their 33 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (3 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Lefeber Northwoods Camp was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Lefeber Northwoods Camp have a younger Scout program? Yes

Don ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 4 out of 10 in considering Lefeber Northwoods Camp

Don rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

Don added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Lefeber Northwoods Camp have a older Scout program? Yes

Don ranked the older Scout program ranked 4 out of 10 in considering Lefeber Northwoods Camp

Don rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

Don added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Lefeber Northwoods Camp’s Merit Badge Program

Don ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Lefeber Northwoods Camp 

Don rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Don added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Lefeber Northwoods Camp’s  Facilities

Don ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Lefeber Northwoods Camp 

Don rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Don added these comments regarding the facilities –

Lefeber Northwoods Camp’s Staff

Don ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering Lefeber Northwoods Camp 

Don rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Don added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Mark about
Onteora
in New York

  • Mark is a Scoutmaster
  • Mark’s troop was at Onteora beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Onteora is in council for Mark
  • Mark has attended Onteora for 12 consecutive years, and travels approximately 140 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 6 of their 15 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Onteora was $375.00 per Scout.

Does Onteora have a younger Scout program? Yes

Mark ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Onteora

Rather do this in troop

Mark rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Mark added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Onteora have a older Scout program? Yes

Mark ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Onteora

Mark rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Mark added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Onteora’s Merit Badge Program

Mark ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Onteora 

Mark rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Mark added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Onteora’s  Facilities

Mark ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Onteora 

Want dining hall.

Mark rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Mark added these comments regarding the facilities –

Onteora’s Staff

Mark ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Onteora 

The staff makes or breaks the camp

Mark rated satisfaction with the staff 3 out of 10 because:

New Program Director uncooperative

Mark added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from kelly about
camp friedlander
in Ohio

  • kelly is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • kelly’s troop was at camp friedlander beginning on June 21, 2015 for five days.
  • camp friedlander is out of council for kelly
  • kelly has attended camp friedlander for 8 consecutive years, and travels approximately 110 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 48 of their 105 Scouts attending camp with 10 adults, (3 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend camp friedlander was $275.00 per Scout.

Does camp friedlander have a younger Scout program? Yes

kelly ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering camp friedlander

kelly rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

The majority of our participants were younger scouts. Summer camp keeps them engaged and coming back.

kelly added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does camp friedlander have a older Scout program? Yes

kelly ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering camp friedlander

Older scouts are more difficult to get to attend. Having interesting and fun programs are important.

kelly rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

kelly added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

camp friedlander’s Merit Badge Program

kelly ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering camp friedlander 

There is a very good selection of merit badges and eagle badges.

kelly rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Many kids earn many merit badges.

kelly added these comments regarding the merit badge program

camp friedlander’s  Facilities

kelly ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering camp friedlander 

We find that more adults attend if the facilities are good. This is very impt to our adult participants.

kelly rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

hot water in the showers!!!

kelly added these comments regarding the facilities –

camp friedlander’s Staff

kelly ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering camp friedlander 

Good and helpful staff is impt.

kelly rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

We expect staff to be knowledgeable and rubber stampers – we expect merit badges to be with integrity and intent.

kelly added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Jason about
Camp Dittmer
in New York

  • Jason is a Youth Member
  • Jason’s troop was at Camp Dittmer beginning on July 19, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Dittmer is in council for Jason
  • Jason has attended Camp Dittmer for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 62 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 12 of their 20 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Dittmer was $285.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Dittmer have a younger Scout program? Yes

Jason ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Dittmer

Camp experiences should include a first year BSA program.

Jason rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Jason added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Dittmer have a older Scout program? Yes

Jason ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Dittmer

All ages in Scouting must have opportunities and challenges.

Jason rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

I watched a video recorded about the camp COPE program, and one of my Troop’s Scouts overcame and faced his fears to meet the requirements for the MB. This is in part to the Staff’s abilities to help the Scout grow.

Jason added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Dittmer’s Merit Badge Program

Jason ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Dittmer 

Jason rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Jason added these comments regarding the merit badge program

It’s hard to say what expectations the Boy Scout is supposed to have.

Camp Dittmer’s  Facilities

Jason ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Dittmer 

Every camp needs the appropriate facilities to host programs for a successful outdoor experience.

Jason rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

Jason added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Dittmer’s Staff

Jason ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Dittmer 

Jason rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Jason added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Ken about
Camp Rockefeller
in Arkansas

  • Ken is a Scoutmaster
  • Ken’s troop was at Camp Rockefeller beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Rockefeller is out of council for Ken
  • Ken has attended Camp Rockefeller for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 345 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 7 of their 9 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Rockefeller was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Rockefeller have a younger Scout program? Yes

Ken ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Rockefeller

Ken rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Ken added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Rockefeller have a older Scout program? Yes

Ken ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Rockefeller

Ken rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Ken added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Rockefeller’s Merit Badge Program

Ken ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Rockefeller 

Ken rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Ken added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Rockefeller’s  Facilities

Ken ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Rockefeller 

Ken rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Ken added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Rockefeller’s Staff

Ken ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Rockefeller 

Ken rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Ken added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Andrew about
BERT ADAMS
in Georgia

  • Andrew is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Andrew’s troop was at BERT ADAMS beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • BERT ADAMS is out of council for Andrew
  • Andrew has attended BERT ADAMS for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 40 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 31 of their 60 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (3 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend BERT ADAMS was $275.00 per Scout.

Does BERT ADAMS have a younger Scout program? Yes

Andrew ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering BERT ADAMS

Andrew rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Andrew added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does BERT ADAMS have a older Scout program? Yes

Andrew ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering BERT ADAMS

Andrew rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Andrew added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

BERT ADAMS’s Merit Badge Program

Andrew ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering BERT ADAMS 

Andrew rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Andrew added these comments regarding the merit badge program

BERT ADAMS’s  Facilities

Andrew ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering BERT ADAMS 

Andrew rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Andrew added these comments regarding the facilities –

BERT ADAMS’s Staff

Andrew ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering BERT ADAMS 

Andrew rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

Andrew added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bryan about
Camp Winton
in California

  • Bryan is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Bryan’s troop was at Camp Winton beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Winton is in council for Bryan
  • Bryan has attended Camp Winton for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 150 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 32 of their 75 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Winton was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Winton have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bryan ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 6 out of 10 in considering Camp Winton

Bryan rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Bryan added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Winton have a older Scout program? Yes

Bryan ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Winton

Bryan rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Bryan added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Winton’s Merit Badge Program

Bryan ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Winton 

Bryan rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

Bryan added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Winton’s  Facilities

Bryan ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Winton 

Bryan rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Bryan added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Winton’s Staff

Bryan ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Winton 

Bryan rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Bryan added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Alan about
Boxwell
in Tennessee

  • Alan is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Alan’s troop was at Boxwell beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Boxwell is out of council for Alan
  • Alan has attended Boxwell for 02 consecutive years, and travels approximately 035 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 33 of their 41 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (2 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Boxwell was $240.00.00 per Scout.

Does Boxwell have a younger Scout program? Yes

Alan ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Boxwell

Alan rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Alan added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Boxwell have a older Scout program? Yes

Alan ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Boxwell

Alan rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Alan added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Boxwell’s Merit Badge Program

Alan ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Boxwell 

Boys need to keep moving forward and have fun.

Alan rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Alan added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Boxwell’s  Facilities

Alan ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Boxwell 

Well maintained good food.

Alan rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Food good.

Alan added these comments regarding the facilities –

Boxwell’s Staff

Alan ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Boxwell 

Alan rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Alan added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Michael about
Camp Karoondiha
in Pennsylvania

  • Michael is a Youth Member
  • Michael’s troop was at Camp Karoondiha beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Karoondiha is in council for Michael
  • Michael has attended Camp Karoondiha for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 30 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 18 of their 32 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Karoondiha was $380.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Karoondiha have a younger Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Karoondiha

Michael rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Karoondiha have a older Scout program? Yes

Michael ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Karoondiha

Michael rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Michael added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Karoondiha’s Merit Badge Program

Michael ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Karoondiha 

Because they had a wide selection of merit badges

Michael rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

The Councelors were great

Michael added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Karoondiha’s  Facilities

Michael ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Karoondiha 

The area is important because I like my environment

Michael rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

They were great as they were every year

Michael added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Karoondiha’s Staff

Michael ranked the staff 6 out of 10 in considering Camp Karoondiha 

Michael rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

The change of staff was a lot better this year. Much better than last year.

Michael added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Thomas about
Quiviria scout camp
in Kansas

  • Thomas is a Scoutmaster
  • Thomas’s troop was at Quiviria scout camp beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Quiviria scout camp is in council for Thomas
  • Thomas has attended Quiviria scout camp for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 65 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 3 of their 6 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Quiviria scout camp was $205.00 per Scout.

Does Quiviria scout camp have a younger Scout program? Yes

Thomas ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Quiviria scout camp

New scouts need guidance, to be taught by their peers is very helpful, it teaches them to pursue the rank of Eagle.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

Thomas added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Quiviria scout camp have a older Scout program? Yes

Thomas ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Quiviria scout camp

The program for older help retain older scouts.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

The program exceeded my expectation by providing events specifically for older scouts.

Thomas added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Quiviria scout camp’s Merit Badge Program

Thomas ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Quiviria scout camp 

Merit badges are very important to a scout, the merit badges need to be fun and exciting.

Thomas rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Thomas added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Quiviria scout camp’s  Facilities

Thomas ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Quiviria scout camp 

Thomas rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

Thomas added these comments regarding the facilities –

Quiviria scout camp’s Staff

Thomas ranked the staff 7 out of 10 in considering Quiviria scout camp 

Thomas rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

Thomas added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Jay about
Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation
in Iowa

  • Jay is a Troop Committee Chair
  • Jay’s troop was at Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation is in council for Jay
  • Jay has attended Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation for 10 consecutive years, and travels approximately 35 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 17 of their 29 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation was $275.00 per Scout.

Does Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Jay ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation

Jay rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

The camp made significant changes to the schedule and material of the first-year Scout program this season. We expected problems and confusion but there was almost none. The staff rose to the challenge and maintained the quality we expect from our camp.

Jay added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Jay ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation

Jay rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Jay added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Actually – our older Scouts did not participate in the specific “older Scout” programs. They are still engaged with the “regular” merit badge and non-merit badge offerings (i.e. COPE, snorkeling, action archery)

Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Jay ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation 

Jay rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Jay added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Merit Badge offerings are mostly the same from year to year. New this year was the welding MB – it was well received.

Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Jay ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation 

Jay rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Jay added these comments regarding the facilities –

Our camp facilities are outstanding. This is what we expect.

Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation’s Staff

Jay ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Howard H Cherry Scout Reservation 

Jay rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Jay added these comments regarding the staff –

Overall our camp staff is excellent and this year was no exception. This is what we expect.

 

Answers from Alan about
Lost Pines, Bastrop TX
in Texas

  • Alan is a Scoutmaster
  • Alan’s troop was at Lost Pines, Bastrop TX beginning on June 14, 2015 for six days.
  • Lost Pines, Bastrop TX is in council for Alan
  • Alan has attended Lost Pines, Bastrop TX for 6 consecutive years, and travels approximately 50 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 45 of their 187 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Lost Pines, Bastrop TX was $310.00 per Scout.

Does Lost Pines, Bastrop TX have a younger Scout program? Yes

Alan ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines, Bastrop TX

because we didn’t do the Eagle Quest program we just did Merit Badges

Alan rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Alan added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Lost Pines, Bastrop TX have a older Scout program? Yes

Alan ranked the older Scout program ranked 1 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines, Bastrop TX

because we just did MB’s not their older adventure program

Alan rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Alan added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Lost Pines, Bastrop TX’s Merit Badge Program

Alan ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines, Bastrop TX 

because that’s what we were there for

Alan rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Alan added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Many instructors didn’t know the material

Lost Pines, Bastrop TX’s  Facilities

Alan ranked facilities 6 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines, Bastrop TX 

Alan rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

Alan added these comments regarding the facilities –

Lost Pines, Bastrop TX’s Staff

Alan ranked the staff 1 out of 10 in considering Lost Pines, Bastrop TX 

Alan rated satisfaction with the staff  out of 10 because:

Alan added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Steve about
Heritage Reservation
in Pennsylvania

  • Steve is a Scoutmaster
  • Steve’s troop was at Heritage Reservation beginning on June 21, 2015 for six days.
  • Heritage Reservation is out of council for Steve
  • Steve has attended Heritage Reservation for 17 consecutive years, and travels approximately 169 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 29 of their 46 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Heritage Reservation was $335.00 per Scout.

Does Heritage Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Steve ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering Heritage Reservation

Giving new Scouts an early exposure to a wide variety of what Scouting has to offer helps to get them excited about Scouting.

Steve rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

Good variety of skills taught. Great staff.

Steve added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Heritage Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Steve ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Heritage Reservation

Older Scouts get bored doing Merit Badges year after year. They want more challenge, and to stand out from the younger Scouts. Their Day Trek program does this.

Steve rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Nice variety of high adventure: Caving, whitewater rafting, kayaking, etc.

Steve added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Heritage Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Steve ranked the merit badge program 6 out of 10 in considering Heritage Reservation 

Steve rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Steve added these comments regarding the merit badge program

As always, a Merit Badge program is a “must have”. I wish the camp would put a little more effort into training their staff, and ensuring they are qualified to teach the badge they are teaching.

Heritage Reservation’s  Facilities

Steve ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Heritage Reservation 

Steve rated satisfaction with the facilities 4 out of 10 because:

Steve added these comments regarding the facilities –

They need to remodel / replace their latrines and shower houses.

Heritage Reservation’s Staff

Steve ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Heritage Reservation 

If the staff is not happy & upbeat, that will carry over to the campers.

Steve rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

The staff here is excellent–best thing about this camp. They will bend over backwards to accommodate any and all requests, and do so happily.

Steve added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Chris about
Woodruff
in Georgia

  • Chris is a Scoutmaster
  • Chris’s troop was at Woodruff beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Woodruff is in council for Chris
  • Chris has attended Woodruff for 6 consecutive years, and travels approximately 90 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 32 of their 40 Scouts attending camp with 5 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Woodruff was $320.00 per Scout.

Does Woodruff have a younger Scout program? Yes

Chris ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Woodruff

The first year in summer camp is critical to a new crossovers scouting experience

Chris rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 6 out of 10

Chris added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Woodruff have a older Scout program? Yes

Chris ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Woodruff

We want to keep boys coming back to camp

Chris rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

Chris added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Woodruff’s Merit Badge Program

Chris ranked the merit badge program 7 out of 10 in considering Woodruff 

Our scouts tend to use summer camp as a major way to achieve merit badges

Chris rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Chris added these comments regarding the merit badge program

They have offered welding merit badge the last two years. Three of our boys have taken it and loved it.

Woodruff’s  Facilities

Chris ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Woodruff 

Camp needs adequate resources to offer merit badges our scouts are interested in.

Chris rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Great waterfront, good shower houses, beautiful setting

Chris added these comments regarding the facilities –

Woodruff’s Staff

Chris ranked the staff 6 out of 10 in considering Woodruff 

Chris rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Chris added these comments regarding the staff –

About what you can expect for youth staff. Some great. Some less so

 

Answers from James about
Hale Scout Reservation
in Oklahoma

  • James is a Scoutmaster
  • James’s troop was at Hale Scout Reservation beginning on June 21, 2015 for five days.
  • Hale Scout Reservation is out of council for James
  • James has attended Hale Scout Reservation for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 500 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 32 of their 55 Scouts attending camp with 13 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Hale Scout Reservation was $240.00 per Scout.

Does Hale Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

James ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation

James rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

The soar to eagle program had a great staff to student ratio, so the scouts received a lot of hand on instruction

James added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Hale Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

James ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation

This is my core group of scouts that I need to keep motivated. If they have a poor camp experience, they will not come back next year and they could have a negative impact on the younger scouts

James rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 1 out of 10 

The Kiamichi warrior program was supposed to offer the older scouts a high adventure experience, with white water rafting, backpacking, black powder and rock climbing. It failed to deliver on most of these promises and there were safety issues as well. I will say this, Indian Nation Council did respond positively and quickly to my feedback and refunded the camp fee for the 4 older scouts in the program.

James added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Hale Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

James ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

The was the main area of interest for the majority of my second year and older scouts.

James rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Camp Hale offered some great choices and for the most part they were very good. The aquatics program was OUTSTANDING. However, I do not recommend snow sports. The summer ski slope was in poor shape and the instructors did not know what they were doing.

James added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Hale Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

James ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

We wanted to go some place that was taken care of.

James rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

A/C dinning hall, A/C leader lounge, 2 pools, awesome lake, power at camp site and indoor climbing wall. The camp was very well maintained.

James added these comments regarding the facilities –

Hale Scout Reservation’s Staff

James ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

We have been at camps wit poor staffs and it has a negative impact on the scouts

James rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Over all the staff was good. The aquatics program was great!! The instructors were some of the best I have every seen. Snow sport and high adventure were poor. Sadly some of the more senior leaders at the camp were not very approachable or open to suggestions.

James added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Dave about
Camp Comep
in Alabama

  • Dave is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Dave’s troop was at Camp Comep beginning on June 7, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Comep is in council for Dave
  • Dave has attended Camp Comep for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 75 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 12 of their 20 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Comep was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Comep have a younger Scout program? Yes

Dave ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Comep

Dave rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Dave added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Comep have a older Scout program? Yes

Dave ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Comep

Dave rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 3 out of 10 

It was disorganized. There were two days where they didn’t do what was planned (didn’t do anything, really) because of poor planning/communication by the camp.

Dave added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Comep’s Merit Badge Program

Dave ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Comep 

Dave rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Dave added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Comep’s  Facilities

Dave ranked facilities 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Comep 

Dave rated satisfaction with the facilities 4 out of 10 because:

Dave added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Comep’s Staff

Dave ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Comep 

Dave rated satisfaction with the staff 3 out of 10 because:

Assemblies often started late. The staff seemed unprepared (we were Week 1 so I can understand some of this).

Dave added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Ed about
Camp Rainey Mountain
in Georgia

  • Ed is a Scoutmaster
  • Ed’s troop was at Camp Rainey Mountain beginning on June 20, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Rainey Mountain is out of council for Ed
  • Ed has attended Camp Rainey Mountain for 02 consecutive years, and travels approximately 350 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 16 of their 22 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Rainey Mountain was $200.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Rainey Mountain have a younger Scout program? Yes

Ed ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Rainey Mountain

Ed rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

Ed added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Rainey Mountain have a older Scout program? Yes

Ed ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Rainey Mountain

Ed rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

Ed added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Rainey Mountain’s Merit Badge Program

Ed ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Rainey Mountain 

Ed rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 7 out of 10 because:

Ed added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Rainey Mountain’s  Facilities

Ed ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Rainey Mountain 

Ed rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Ed added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Rainey Mountain’s Staff

Ed ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Rainey Mountain 

Ed rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Ed added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from joe about
Hale Scout Reservation
in Oklahoma

  • joe is a Scoutmaster
  • joe’s troop was at Hale Scout Reservation beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Hale Scout Reservation is in council for joe
  • joe has attended Hale Scout Reservation for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 75 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 10 of their 11 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Hale Scout Reservation was $240.00 per Scout.

Does Hale Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

joe ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 3 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation

We focus on these skills in the troop.

joe rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

joe added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Hale Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

joe ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation

I feel it is important for scouts in the troop to see other opportunities exist in scouting besides merit badge work.

joe rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

joe added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Hale Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

joe ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

joe rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

joe added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Hale Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

joe ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

joe rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

joe added these comments regarding the facilities –

Hale Scout Reservation’s Staff

joe ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

An enthusiastic staff is the heart of a summer camp program

joe rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

joe added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from John about
Crooked Creak
in Kentucky

  • John is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • John’s troop was at Crooked Creak beginning on June 27, 2015 for seven days.
  • Crooked Creak is out of council for John
  • John has attended Crooked Creak for 3 consecutive years, and travels approximately 50 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 25 of their 27 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Crooked Creak was $250.00 per Scout.

Does Crooked Creak have a younger Scout program? Yes

John ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Crooked Creak

Keeping new scout interest, retaining new scouts and quick advancement.

John rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Crooked Creak have a older Scout program? Yes

John ranked the older Scout program ranked 8 out of 10 in considering Crooked Creak

programs available and advancement opportunities

John rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

new and advanced out door activities, less class room type settings

John added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Crooked Creak’s Merit Badge Program

John ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Crooked Creak 

new merit badge opportunities, more out door merit badge opportunities

John rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Offering of more out door related merit badges. Camp is ment to be spent outside not in a class room.

John added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Crooked Creak’s  Facilities

John ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Crooked Creak 

availability,clean for the most part. space

John rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

John added these comments regarding the facilities –

camp sites need updating

Crooked Creak’s Staff

John ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Crooked Creak 

Well trained and knowledgable, attentive and helpfull staff

John rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Attentive and responsive to issues that came up

John added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Matt about
Tesomas
in Wisconsin

  • Matt is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Matt’s troop was at Tesomas beginning on July 5, 2015 for six days.
  • Tesomas is out of council for Matt
  • Matt has attended Tesomas for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 250 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 45 of their 55 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Tesomas was $280.00 per Scout.

Does Tesomas have a younger Scout program? Yes

Matt ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Tesomas

Living in Wisconsin, it’s important to get the outdoor-oriented early rank requirements done in the summer. Ever try plant ID in November?

Matt rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 9 out of 10

Very low instructor to scout ratio, lots of individual attention.

Matt added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Tesomas have a older Scout program? Yes

Matt ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Tesomas

Our Troop happens to skew old nowadays, so older scout programs was critical to our decision to attend Tesomas.

Matt rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Half day ”Microtreks” for older scouts are great.

Matt added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Tesomas’s Merit Badge Program

Matt ranked the merit badge program 9 out of 10 in considering Tesomas 

Variety is important to keep scouts engaged.

Matt rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Lots of variety

Matt added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Tesomas’s  Facilities

Matt ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Tesomas 

Matt rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

Matt added these comments regarding the facilities –

Tesomas’s Staff

Matt ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Tesomas 

The professional staff at Tesomas is second-to-none. the place runs like a well-oiled machine.

Matt rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

The staff at Tesomas is always flexible, creative, and eager to please. Great problem solvers. Never make excuses.

Matt added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Laurence about
Camp Emerald Bay
in California

  • Laurence is a Scoutmaster
  • Laurence’s troop was at Camp Emerald Bay beginning on July 5, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp Emerald Bay is out of council for Laurence
  • Laurence has attended Camp Emerald Bay for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 90 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 30 of their 89 Scouts attending camp with 8 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Emerald Bay was $695.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Emerald Bay have a younger Scout program? Yes

Laurence ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Emerald Bay

Laurence rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Laurence added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Emerald Bay have a older Scout program? Yes

Laurence ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Emerald Bay

Laurence rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Laurence added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Emerald Bay’s Merit Badge Program

Laurence ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Emerald Bay 

Laurence rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Laurence added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Emerald Bay’s  Facilities

Laurence ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Camp Emerald Bay 

Aquatics and marine science facilties are superb

Laurence rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

The quality of instruction and opportunity for varied aquatics is unequaled.

Laurence added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Emerald Bay’s Staff

Laurence ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp Emerald Bay 

Laurence rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Laurence added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Daniel about
Firelands Scout Reservation
in Ohio

  • Daniel is a Comitee chair
  • Daniel’s troop was at Firelands Scout Reservation beginning on June 21, 2015 for seven days.
  • Firelands Scout Reservation is in council for Daniel
  • Daniel has attended Firelands Scout Reservation for 4 consecutive years, and travels approximately 25 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 6 of their 7 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Firelands Scout Reservation was $240.00 per Scout.

Does Firelands Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Daniel ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 8 out of 10 in considering Firelands Scout Reservation

gets them early access to scout skills easing advancement to first class

Daniel rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

they do a god job of introducing them to basic scout skills

Daniel added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Firelands Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? No

Daniel ranked the older Scout program ranked  out of 10 in considering Firelands Scout Reservation

Daniel rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Daniel added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Firelands Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Daniel ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Firelands Scout Reservation 

gives the boys a good opportunity to work on merit badges they might not get to work on outside of camp

Daniel rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 6 out of 10 because:

Daniel added these comments regarding the merit badge program

some of the merit badges where not very well done, while some of them where excellent

Firelands Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Daniel ranked facilities 7 out of 10 in considering Firelands Scout Reservation 

good facilities make the boys more eager to go to camp

Daniel rated satisfaction with the facilities 7 out of 10 because:

band new shower faciities

Daniel added these comments regarding the facilities –

Firelands Scout Reservation’s Staff

Daniel ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Firelands Scout Reservation 

good staff usually means a good stay at camp.

Daniel rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

The camp director was amazing while the staff lead astronomy hike was an asolute disaster

Daniel added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Jeff about
Nobebosco
in New Jersey

  • Jeff is a Scoutmaster
  • Jeff’s troop was at Nobebosco beginning on July 26, 2015 for seven days.
  • Nobebosco is out of council for Jeff
  • Jeff has attended Nobebosco for 12 consecutive years, and travels approximately 90 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 38 of their 45 Scouts attending camp with 7 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Nobebosco was $425.00 per Scout.

Does Nobebosco have a younger Scout program? Yes

Jeff ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Nobebosco

Valuable opportunity for scouts to complete many requirements on a short time.

Jeff rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Jeff added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Nobebosco have a older Scout program? Yes

Jeff ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Nobebosco

Motivates scouts to come back year after year.

Jeff rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Jeff added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Nobebosco’s Merit Badge Program

Jeff ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Nobebosco 

Lots if badges offered that we have trouble finding opportunities to complete at home.

Jeff rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Jeff added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Nobebosco’s  Facilities

Jeff ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Nobebosco 

We really like the set up of Nobe. The dining hall give our scouts a chance to concentrate on advancement and having fun.

Jeff rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Jeff added these comments regarding the facilities –

Nobebosco’s Staff

Jeff ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Nobebosco 

Most important factor in coming back year after year. Nobe staff does everything possible to support our troop in camp. Provides great role models for our scouts.

Jeff rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Jeff added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Gary about
Camp Morrison
in Idaho

  • Gary is a Scoutmaster
  • Gary’s troop was at Camp Morrison beginning on June 22, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Morrison is in council for Gary
  • Gary has attended Camp Morrison for 10 consecutive years, and travels approximately 125 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 7 of their 10 Scouts attending camp with 2 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Morrison was $235.00.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Morrison have a younger Scout program? Yes

Gary ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 1 out of 10 in considering Camp Morrison

I usually don’t run my Scouts through the T, 2nd and 1st class program at camp.

Gary rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program out of 10

Gary added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Morrison have a older Scout program? Yes

Gary ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Morrison

Need to keep the older scouts moving or they get bored easily

Gary rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 10 out of 10 

Gary added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Morrison’s Merit Badge Program

Gary ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Morrison 

My scouts like to work on MBs at camp so its important that the camp has a good selection.

Gary rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

Excellent staff who work hard to make the program work for the scouts.

Gary added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Morrison’s  Facilities

Gary ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Morrison 

Gary rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Gary added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp Morrison’s Staff

Gary ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering Camp Morrison 

The camp staff is what makes the camp.

Gary rated satisfaction with the staff 10 out of 10 because:

The camp works hard at selecting good staff and they always work hard and care about the scouts.

Gary added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Josh about
Camp T. Brady Saunders
in Virginia

  • Josh is a Scoutmaster
  • Josh’s troop was at Camp T. Brady Saunders beginning on July 12, 2015 for seven days.
  • Camp T. Brady Saunders is out of council for Josh
  • Josh has attended Camp T. Brady Saunders for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 166 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 26 of their 40 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp T. Brady Saunders was $265.00 per Scout.

Does Camp T. Brady Saunders have a younger Scout program? Yes

Josh ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp T. Brady Saunders

We had a large group (10) of first year Scouts. We always try to participate in the First year camper program when it is available.

Josh rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 10 out of 10

They earned three merit badges: First Aid, Basketry, and Leatherwork.

Josh added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp T. Brady Saunders have a older Scout program? Yes

Josh ranked the older Scout program ranked 1 out of 10 in considering Camp T. Brady Saunders

Our boys were mostly under 13 and were not interested in the other programs offered. The boys were mostly interested in merit badges.

Josh rated satisfaction with the older Scout program out of 10 

Josh added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp T. Brady Saunders’s Merit Badge Program

Josh ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp T. Brady Saunders 

Lots of Eagle required badges offered.

Josh rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 9 out of 10 because:

All of our boys came away with their merit badges.

Josh added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp T. Brady Saunders’s  Facilities

Josh ranked facilities 10 out of 10 in considering Camp T. Brady Saunders 

Air conditioned dining hall.

Josh rated satisfaction with the facilities 10 out of 10 because:

Shower houses with individual stalls.

Josh added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp T. Brady Saunders’s Staff

Josh ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Camp T. Brady Saunders 

Josh rated satisfaction with the staff 4 out of 10 because:

Josh added these comments regarding the staff –

Camp staff seemed to lack energy. But, the camp commissioners were very responsive to feedback and corrected any issues we had.

 

Answers from Craig about
Camp Mataguay
in California

  • Craig is a Scoutmaster
  • Craig’s troop was at Camp Mataguay beginning on July 26, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp Mataguay is out of council for Craig
  • Craig has attended Camp Mataguay for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 215 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 26 of their 45 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp Mataguay was $315.00 per Scout.

Does Camp Mataguay have a younger Scout program? Yes

Craig ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Mataguay

Our troop currently has a large number of younger scouts.

Craig rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 7 out of 10

The camp provided “tracks” where multiple merit badges could be earned based on interesting and fun themes (I.e. Preparing for the zombie apocalypse).

Craig added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp Mataguay have a older Scout program? Yes

Craig ranked the older Scout program ranked 7 out of 10 in considering Camp Mataguay

Wanted to have merit bages and activities that older scouts would enjoy.

Craig rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

The camp provided some eagle required merit badges and older scout activities (I.e. Pistol and black powder sopting, ATVs, etc.).

Craig added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp Mataguay’s Merit Badge Program

Craig ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Mataguay 

The diversity of the merit badge program was a big factor.

Craig rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Yes. The scouts had the opportunity to take merit badges they normally do not have access to.

Craig added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp Mataguay’s  Facilities

Craig ranked facilities 4 out of 10 in considering Camp Mataguay 

Craig rated satisfaction with the facilities 6 out of 10 because:

Craig added these comments regarding the facilities –

Above average food was a pleasant surprise.

Camp Mataguay’s Staff

Craig ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp Mataguay 

The program and staff reputation is important.

Craig rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Great and personable staff. Campfires were well run.

Craig added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Dave about
7 Mountain
in Pennsylvania

  • Dave is a Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Dave’s troop was at 7 Mountain beginning on July 19, 2015 for six days.
  • 7 Mountain is in council for Dave
  • Dave has attended 7 Mountain for 2 consecutive years, and travels approximately 10 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 16 of their 19 Scouts attending camp with 3 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend 7 Mountain was $300.00 per Scout.

Does 7 Mountain have a younger Scout program? Yes

Dave ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 9 out of 10 in considering 7 Mountain

1/3 of the scouts who attended were first year

Dave rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Dave added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does 7 Mountain have a older Scout program? Yes

Dave ranked the older Scout program ranked 6 out of 10 in considering 7 Mountain

Dave rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 7 out of 10 

Dave added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

7 Mountain’s Merit Badge Program

Dave ranked the merit badge program 5 out of 10 in considering 7 Mountain 

Dave rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 5 out of 10 because:

Dave added these comments regarding the merit badge program

7 Mountain’s  Facilities

Dave ranked facilities 4 out of 10 in considering 7 Mountain 

Dave rated satisfaction with the facilities 9 out of 10 because:

Dave added these comments regarding the facilities –

7 Mountain’s Staff

Dave ranked the staff 10 out of 10 in considering 7 Mountain 

That kind of seems obvious

Dave rated satisfaction with the staff 7 out of 10 because:

Dave added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Scott about
Massawepie
in New York

  • Scott is a Scoutmaster
  • Scott’s troop was at Massawepie beginning on July 26, 2015 for seven days.
  • Massawepie is in council for Scott
  • Scott has attended Massawepie for 1 consecutive years, and travels approximately 300 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 3 of their 8 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Massawepie was $355.00 per Scout.

Does Massawepie have a younger Scout program? Yes

Scott ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 6 out of 10 in considering Massawepie

Scott rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Scott added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Massawepie have a older Scout program? Yes

Scott ranked the older Scout program ranked 9 out of 10 in considering Massawepie

Majority of attendees

Scott rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 9 out of 10 

Boys loved it

Scott added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Massawepie’s Merit Badge Program

Scott ranked the merit badge program 8 out of 10 in considering Massawepie 

Scott rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 8 out of 10 because:

Scott added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Massawepie’s  Facilities

Scott ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Massawepie 

Wanted a camp with patrol cookin options

Scott rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Yep…very good

Scott added these comments regarding the facilities –

Massawepie’s Staff

Scott ranked the staff 5 out of 10 in considering Massawepie 

Scott rated satisfaction with the staff 8 out of 10 because:

Very professional and fun

Scott added these comments regarding the staff –

 

Answers from Bobby about
Hale Scout Reservation
in Oklahoma

  • Bobby is a Roundtable Commissioner
  • Bobby’s troop was at Hale Scout Reservation beginning on June 28, 2015 for seven days.
  • Hale Scout Reservation is out of council for Bobby
  • Bobby has attended Hale Scout Reservation for 0 consecutive years, and travels approximately 200 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 16 of their 24 Scouts attending camp with 4 adults, (0 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Hale Scout Reservation was $200.00.00 per Scout.

Does Hale Scout Reservation have a younger Scout program? Yes

Bobby ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 5 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation

Bobby rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 5 out of 10

Bobby added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Hale Scout Reservation have a older Scout program? Yes

Bobby ranked the older Scout program ranked 5 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation

Bobby rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 5 out of 10 

Bobby added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Hale Scout Reservation’s Merit Badge Program

Bobby ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

This is one of the main reasons for going to a Scout Camp.

Bobby rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 4 out of 10 because:

Bobby added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Some of the classes were good, some were not good, being that the instructors were not well trained or prepared.

Hale Scout Reservation’s  Facilities

Bobby ranked facilities 9 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

This is important to provide enjoyable experience for boys and leaders.

Bobby rated satisfaction with the facilities 5 out of 10 because:

Bobby added these comments regarding the facilities –

We were stuck in a poor campsite with old tents, when campsites were open with new tents. Common areas, like dining hall, pool, ranges, trading post, adult lounge were good. Latrines and showers were adequate. We thought food was good and plentiful compared to other camps.

Hale Scout Reservation’s Staff

Bobby ranked the staff 9 out of 10 in considering Hale Scout Reservation 

Staff is what makes a camp successful or not.

Bobby rated satisfaction with the staff 5 out of 10 because:

Bobby added these comments regarding the staff –

some were very good, some were not prepared or adequately trained. Adult staff was good. Dining hall seemed to be well managed.

 

Answers from Doug about
Camp John Mensinger
in California

  • Doug is a Scoutmaster
  • Doug’s troop was at Camp John Mensinger beginning on June 28, 2015 for six days.
  • Camp John Mensinger is in council for Doug
  • Doug has attended Camp John Mensinger for 20 consecutive years, and travels approximately 85 miles one way to camp.
  • The troop had 29 of their 48 Scouts attending camp with 6 adults, (1 not registered Scouters).
  • The cost to attend Camp John Mensinger was $375.00 per Scout.

Does Camp John Mensinger have a younger Scout program? Yes

Doug ranked the younger Scout program’s importance 10 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger

We had many new Scouts

Doug rated satisfaction with the younger Scout program 8 out of 10

Helped with many program sof Tenderfoot, 2nd and 1st Class

Doug added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Does Camp John Mensinger have a older Scout program? Yes

Doug ranked the older Scout program ranked 10 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger

Many options of merit badges

Doug rated satisfaction with the older Scout program 8 out of 10 

A little complex for the scouts to sign up before camp.

Doug added these comments regarding the younger Scout program

Camp John Mensinger’s Merit Badge Program

Doug ranked the merit badge program 10 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

Had Scouts wanting to earn them

Doug rated satisfaction with the merit badge program 10 out of 10 because:

A little difficult to sign up for the Scouts before camp

Doug added these comments regarding the merit badge program

Camp John Mensinger’s  Facilities

Doug ranked facilities 8 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

for basic needs of the troop

Doug rated satisfaction with the facilities 8 out of 10 because:

Great personality of the staff

Doug added these comments regarding the facilities –

Camp John Mensinger’s Staff

Doug ranked the staff 8 out of 10 in considering Camp John Mensinger 

INteraction with the scouts

Doug rated satisfaction with the staff 9 out of 10 because:

Doug added these comments regarding the staff –