🏕️ Summer Camp: The Ultimate Scouting Tradition

Summer at Forestburg is where magic happens. Our premier, week-long Scouts BSA resident camp offers an unparalleled blend of classic Scouting traditions and modern, high-adventure programming. Under the guidance of our elite, highly trained camp staff, Scouts can earn merit badges, master outdoor skills, and grow as leaders.

Why Choose Forestburg This Summer?

  • Dan Beard First-Year Camper Program: Designed specifically to help newer Scouts acclimate to camp, learn fundamental outdoor skills, and jumpstart their rank advancement.

  • High-Adventure Waterfront: From sailing and canoeing to kayaking and paddleboarding on our pristine Lake Teedyuskung, our aquatics program is second to none.

  • The Tech & Trade Frontiers: Alongside traditional wilderness survival and archery, we offer cutting-edge STEM merit badges and hands-on trades training.

  • The Darlington Trail & Beyond: Put your skills to the test with rugged hiking trails and overnight outpost experiences that truly embrace the “out” in outdoor adventure.

Ready for the Best Week of the Summer? Slots fill up fast! Secure your troop’s campsite today and give your Scouts a summer they’ll never forget.

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🍁 Year-Round Camping: Adventure in Every Season

The adventure doesn’t pack up when August ends. Forestburg Scout Reservation is a full-service, four-season facility open to units, youth groups, and families throughout the year. Every season brings a completely new way to experience the reservation.

Endless Weekend Activities

When you book a year-round weekend at Forestburg, the camp is your playground. Bring your own programming or coordinate with our team to utilize:

  • Miles of marked hiking and backpacking trails.

  • Premier catch-and-release fishing on Burnt Hope Lake.

  • Perfect terrain for orienteering, geocaching, and wilderness survival practice.

  • Incredible winter sports conditions for snowshoeing and cold-weather survival training.

🌲 Book Your Adventure Today

Forestburg Scout Reservation is more than just a campground—it’s a training ground for the leaders of tomorrow and a sanctuary for anyone who loves the great outdoors.

Whether you’re planning a week of summer camp or a crisp autumn weekend retreat, your next breakthrough moment is waiting in the Catskills

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