Camp Gorton
Camp Sam Wood
Camp Scouthaven
Organized camping is a creative, educational experience in cooperative groups living outdoors. It uses the natural surroundings to contribute significantly to physical, mental, spiritual, and social growth.
Camping:
- Contributes to good health.
- Develops self-reliance and resourcefulness.
- Enhances spiritual growth.
- Contributes to social development.
- Trains Scouts to be good citizens.
Most Scouts BSA, Cub Scouts, and Venturing units make camping a fundamental part of their program, whether at Great Falls Council or other campsites.
Quick Links
Scouts / Venturing
Cub Scouts – Learning to Camp
Cub Scouting offers overnight camping opportunities for Cub Scouts through long-term camps, Webelos den overnight campouts, council-organized short-term or family camps, and pack overnighters. The National BSA requires Cub Scout camping plans to meet specific safety and leadership training guidelines. It also requires approval from the Scout Executive whenever more than one chartered unit plans to camp together. If you have any questions about this policy please contact the Great Falls Council office.
Pack Overnight Site Appraisal Form This form is used to evaluate pack overnight family camping locations. It is kept on file in the council office for local unit reference and is periodically reviewed for accuracy.
See the current list of Approved Cub Camping Locations
Submit a site for approval: download the application, complete it, and submit it to the VP of Camping
Cub Scout Adventure Camp at Camp Gorton, Camp Scouthaven and Camp Sam Wood is a week-long camping experience open to all registered Cub Scouts. Activities include; swimming, fishing, hiking, games, BB Gun, archery, awards & electives.
Cub Scout Day Camp is a week-long daily experience (generally 9am – 4:30pm) at several locations in the Council. Cub Scouts come for the day, participate in a variety of activities, and work on advancement.
Scouts BSA & Venturing
Outdoor adventure is the promise made to boys and girls when they join Scouting. Young people yearn for outdoor programs that stir their imagination and interest.
As a part of their year-round activities, Scouts BSA & Venturing Units plan day hikes, outdoor service activities such as park clean-up or trail maintenance, or weekend overnights. They may also attend Camporees (weekend campouts) or patrol activities with other units.
All Scouts BSA units are strongly encouraged to attend summer camp. This is a signature experience of Scouting America and offers Scouts advancement opportunities, leadership training, and a chance to be part of something bigger than themselves. Most units hold fundraisers to help pay for camp to make sure everyone can participate.
For more information on unit camping planning and requirements, visit our Unit Support page.