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Solo Summer Camp for Individual Scouts

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No Troop, Crew, or adults required!

Goshen’s Provisional Camp program is offered at Camp Marriott for a Scout, Venturer, or small group of Scouts or Venturers to attend camp on their own without their unit and without having to bring their own adult leaders. All Scouts and Venturers, boys and girls, are welcome. There is no minimum age requirement, as long as the Scout is registered with a Troop or a Crew.

So how does it work? As a provisional camper, you will be part of a Provisional Troop. Provisional units are comprised of provisional campers with staff members and adult volunteers. During the day, you can partake in the program at Camp Marriott. Those new to Scouts may wish to check out New Scout Quest, Camp Marriott’s introduction to Scouting and Scout Camp, full of advancement, Merit Badges, and fun. Older Scouts can try out some cool programs like the ATV Ridership program or Goshen’s older Scout program, Vets. Camp Marriott also has a Venturing program, which provides outdoor adventure as Venturers work towards their Venturing Ranger Award.

But whether you are looking for a standard camp program, like Scoutcraft and Aquatics, or more unique offerings, like the Eagle-required badges at Eagle’s Eyrie or the advanced crafts of The Guild, you will find lots to do here.

Provisional Camp is offered all weeks – from Week 1 (June 27 – July 3, 2021) through Week 5 (July 25 – July 31, 2021).

Registration opens on March 1, 2021.

Learn more about Provisional Camp at www.gotogoshen.org/provisional.

Camp Staff: Still Accepting Applications

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Just realized you want to spend an awesome summer on camp staff? It’s not too late. Missed our January hiring event? No problem, we’re still scheduling phone interviews.

We’re always looking for funloving, energetic, hardworking, and maybe just a little – or let’s face it, sometimes very – quirky individuals to join our team. The sooner you apply, the more likely you are to be able to apply for your first choice of camp or your first choice of program area!

 

Applicants must be 15 years of age or older to work at Camp Snyder, Goshen’s Webelos Camps (PMI and Ross), and Goshen’s Scout/Venturing Resident Camps (Bowman, Marriott, and Olmsted). Applicants for Lenhok’sin High Adventure must be 16 years of age or older. We are also seeking those 18 years and older for leadership and other positions.

Not yet 15 years old? Applicants can apply to be a Counselor-in-Training at one of the resident camps starting at 14 years old.

Employment dates are from June 19 to August 3, 2021 for Goshen Camps and June 21 to July 30, 2021 for Camp Snyder.

Learn more and find your summer job at Goshen Scout Reservation (www.gotogoshen.org/staff) or Camp Snyder (www.gotosnyder.org/work)

Upcoming Date: Goshen Deposit Phase Ending

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On March 1, 2021, starting at 9am, the Deposit Phase ends at all Goshen Scout Reservation camps. Units may begin to add their youth and adult campers. Sign ups for the Provisional Camp program, for individual campers, available to Scouts BSA and Venturing youth at Camp Marriott, also begin at this time.

Remember, only register campers when you are ready to pay for them.

If your unit has not yet made a registration for summer camp this year, there’s still time! Units can still make new registrations on or after March 1, but the sooner you sign up, the more likely you are to get your first choice of camp or week. You can keep track of which weeks have space available and which weeks are filling up on Goshen’s registration page here: www.gotogoshen.org/registration.

If your unit has made a registration, now is a good time to start collecting information and fees from prospective campers. You can find a list of the information you need for your campers in Summer 2021 on Goshen’s blog post here: www.gotogoshen.org/registration/registration-tips-how-to-add-more-campers/.

If your scouts have received a campership or a popcorn scholarship, make sure you have the vouchers for those as well. If you have campers that need financial assistance, we have extended the campership deadline to March 1, 2021. Campers’ parents and guardians can apply for camperships here: www.gotogoshen.org/camperships.

Other important deadlines to keep in mind:

  • March 18 – Merit Badge Sign Ups open for campers attending Camps Bowman, Marriott, and Olmsted.
  • May 8 – For high adventure campers at Lenhok’sin, be sure to make your outpost requests on your Crew Survey by this date.
  • April 16 – The Early Bird Deadline. Youth and adult campers that are registered by this date pay the Early Bird Fee (save $40!) and get a free Goshen hat.

Goshen & Snyder Summer Camp COVID-19 Protocols

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We at the National Capital Area Council are committed to bringing back the joy of in-person summer camp for the summer of 2021. However, we must take additional measures to continue to minimize the risk of spread and infection. In anticipation of the summer, we have released COVID-19 protocols for both Goshen Scout Reservation and Camp William B. Snyder.

You can read and get copies of the protocols at their respective websites: www.gotogoshen.org/coronavirus and www.gotosnyder.org/coronavirus.

Have a Magical Summer at Goshen’s Webelos Camps

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Enter a World of Magical Competition!

Prepare for a world of magic and mischief, as Camps PMI and Ross host the first Magic Olympics in the new world. Join the competition – will you be an Archer using your power to guide your shot? Perhaps a master of tricks and illusion perfecting your skills and Handicraft and Scoutcraft. Come discover these skills and more at Camp this summer!

Unit registration is open for Goshen’s two Webelos camps, Camp PMI and Camp Ross. Join us for a spellbinding summer for rising Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts. Choose a week and save a spot for your Pack! Get more information and save a spot at www.gotogoshen.org.

Watch Michael’s Woodshop Come to Life!

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If you have ever wondered about the power of volunteering and donations, we invite you to view this short series of slideshows that chronicle the creation of Michael’s Woodshop at Camp William B. Snyder.

Before: Storage Space, December 2017

The slideshows capture the development of underutilized storage space from bare steel walls to the incredible facility which exists today.  As you view the slideshows, please keep in mind that everything you see was created ENTIRELY through the skills and efforts of volunteers.  In addition, substantially all of the equipment and tooling in the shop has been acquired through generous donations from individuals and units within the NCAC Scouting community.  Please enjoy our slideshows and remember how much of a difference you can make!

Michael’s Woodshop is operated and maintained by a group of dedicated Volunteer Shop Stewards.  The Shop Stewards take great pride in the shop and are committed to providing high-quality program offerings to all NCAC youth.  We invite you to visit Michael’s Woodshop Webpage which has information about upcoming events, scheduling a unit activity, volunteering, our shop calendar, and more.

After: Michael’s Woodshop, December 2020

There are also many other ways to support Camp Snyder.  Individuals, small teams and large groups can participate in Service Days or schedule a Service Project.  If you have specialized skills or training, you can register these skills with the Camp Ranger to assist at camp as needs arise.

Please visit the Volunteering Webpage for information about how you can get involved.           

Come out and enjoy Michael’s Woodshop at Camp William B. Snyder!