SUMMER CAMP

     Summer camp is the highlight of the Scout Year. Our trips run 2 weeks in the end of July and include Lake George, Adirondack Canoe Trip, Resica Falls Fawn Run and Maryland/West VA/PA .  The average cost of two weeks of summer camp is $500 with signups and beginning nonrefundable payments in March at Court of Honor. Camperships/financial assistance for summer camp is available to needy scouts on a individual basis with requests submitted to Troop Committee Chair.

     It is important to ensure clear instructions and guidance for scouts and parents regarding summer camp and to state the requirements to attend.  Radnor Troop 284 is a high adventure Scout Led organization and thus all efforts should be made to preserve and ensure this leadership structure is maintained and the spirit of adventure is maintained. Summer camp is a special event for the Scouts and recommended for Scouts to attend as it allows them to bond with the troop and significantly advance their learning and standing in the  troop.  However, often the conditions can be extreme and safety becomes paramount.  It is not uncommon for the troop to be isolated from modern transportation and isolated from cell  phone signals at times.  It is also critical Scouts and Parents/Guardians are fully able embrace the scouting experience.  Thus, any individual wishing to attend summer camp needs to ensure they comply with the following requirements developed and followed over many years by Radnor Troop 284.  The following requirements should help parents/guardians understand the requirements for attending summer camp.  We require all scouts to attend both weeks of camp, there is no one week option.  In years when  the troop sends crews to Philmont those who have been on a two week Trek to Philmont have the option of attending one week of camp, but are encouraged to join the Troop for the full two weeks. Scout Requirements to attend summer camp: 

• Attend at least two camp outs prior to attending   
• Full attendance for 2 weeks (unless attended Philmont that year)  
• Physically fit for activities scheduled  
• Medical Forms completed  
• Fully able and willing to be a functioning member of a Patrol or Crew   
• Swimming merit badge completed  
• No significant safety risks expected for the Scout or others in contact with the Scout 

INFORMATION FOR ADULTS

• Review completely and agree to follow the “Parent Guidelines for Camping with Radnor Troop 284” 
• All adults accompanying a Scouting unit who are present at the activity for 72 total  hours or more must be registered as leaders.  The 72 hours need not be consecutive.  
• Attend at least two camp outs prior to attending
• Full attendance for at least one summer camp week as adult leader
• Complete all training :  
  • Youth Protection Training - required
  • BSA Swim Test  - required
  • BSA Safety Afloat  
  • BSA Hazardous Weather Training  
  • BSA Safe Swim Defense Plan 
  • Paddle Craft Safety Training (as applicable to the summer camp) 
  • Certify to Serve as a Merit Badge counselor  
  • Plan to attend Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS ? 2 day training) 
• Physically fit for activities scheduled - train before!!
• Medical Forms completed 
• Sign up to teach merit badges  
• Assume a role and fully participate on the summer camp  
• Purchase and wear Class A uniform and or Class B as required to troop standards

SUMMER CAMP TRIPS

Summer Camp is the highlight of the Scouting Year. Trips typically go for two weeks at the end of July. Destinations include Lake George, Adirondack Canoe Trip, Resica Falls Fawn Run and Maryland/West VA/PA . 

Scouts must attend the entire two weeks with adults spending one week each rotating in/out the middle weekend.

Only older Scouts who are also attending Philmont may opt to spend just one week at the Troop Summer camp. 

The average cost of two weeks of summer camp is $450 with signups and beginning payments in March at Court of Honor. 

Camperships/financial assistance for summer camp is available to needy scouts on a individual basis with requests submitted to Troop Committee Chair.

Summer Camp History

Philmont    2009 2012 2015 2019 2022 2024 2026