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Sibling Discount: $10 Off 2nd Sibling (Attending Same Week)
Late Fee (Youth Only): $25 (When Paid In Full After 5/15/24)
Serving Your Whole Troop
Our goal is to provide challenging and rewarding programs for every member of your troop, and to enhance your troop operations throughout the year. Take a look at what we have to offer you. Forms, guides, promotional literature and additional resources may be downloaded from our Resource Bank.
First Year Camper Program – Huskanaw “Rite of Passage”
We have committed and developed over an acre of property, specifically designed to focus on requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks; in a setting that teaches new/younger Boy Scouts about Troop structure, the value of the Patrol Method, the importance of the Buddy System, and the benefits of learning and applying new skills using the E.D.G.E. Method (Explain Demonstrate Guide Enable). Our program is guaranteed to be unique!
Huskanaw is the Powhatan Indian name for the rite of passage that taught young men the skills needed to meet their responsibilities in the tribe. Our Huskanaw program does much the same thing by teaching new Scouts the skills they need to fully participate in troop activities.
At Pipsico the Huskanaw program area is designed to welcome new boys to Boy Scouts (wether they have recently crossed-over from Cub Scouts or just joined a Boy Scout troop). The program’s purpose is to teach Scouts about the patrol method, Troop organization, being prepared, resourcefulness, and skills for Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks.
Pipsico’s Huskanaw program is either all morning or all afternoon. At the end of the week Scouts are provided with a list of requirements they worked on during their stay. Scouts may enroll in merit badge program for the remainder of their available session with the counsel of their Scoutmaster
NOTE: Scouts participating in this program should bring a backpack and their Boy Scout Handbook. It is also recommended that they bring a compass.
Forms, guides, promotional literature and additional resources may be downloaded from our Resource Bank.
For All Scouts
Pipsico offers approximately 60-merit badges during summer camp. These are all listed in the merit badge booklet, along with the merit badge schedule. Some Scouts will be encouraged by their units to take as many merit badges as possible. While this is a unit decision, experience shows that trying to learn six new skills at the same time is difficult, especially when some merit badges require several additional hours of work or practice. Accordingly, a Scout who works on six merit badges will learn how to get by with the least amount of work, rather than actually learning skills. We recommend that, before camp, Scoutmasters hold a conference with each Scout to assist them in setting realistic goals. Scouts should be encouraged to allow time for the proper completion of merit badges. The underlying purpose of these programs is to expose Scouts to new activities/studies that may positively impact character values, connect the practical application of material learned in school, to develop career or hobby interests and to learn new ways of having fun.
We have developed our merit badge schedule based on the demand of past years. We do, however, reserve the right to adjust the schedule to meet demand and therefore all units must register for merit badges through Tentaroo before camp. Sessions have maximum numbers to ensure quality learning. Once a Scout is signed up for a merit badge, we assume that they have the Scoutmasters approval to work on that badge. We will approve requirements completed at camp under the guidance of our merit badge counselors. Blue Cards must be presented to our staff to complete merit badges. We do offer some merit badges that have field trips. In most cases, volunteers and their vehicles are needed to transport Scouts to and from locations.
Veteran Campers
Special summer programs are operated in parallel with base camp and have been developed to serve the interests of more experienced Scouts. Youth must meet the minimum joining criteria for Venturing, but are not required to be Venturers. Adults are also invited to participate in SCUBA Camp and Sail Hampton Roads, and PEX.
For Adults
We believe you should get as much out of camp as your Scouts. We have a broad range of programs especially for adults. We have adult training sessions, and a variety of special activities. A sure way to grow in Scouting is to earn the Mamanatowick’s Mantle. Those who earn this coveted recognition will come away from camp with new insight and incomparable memories. Leaders are encouraged to visit the program areas to learn and observe but we do ask that you stay behind the proverbial picture frame as a spectator. If you have expertise to offer in a particular area feel free to offer a hand in between program sessions. Staff will welcome an extra set of eyes, ears, and hands. This is especially true in the Huskanaw program, where you are ultimately responsible to certify that your Scouts have met the advancement requirements
Have you been too busy to get the training you need? Did you bring along some new leaders or adult volunteers you hope will take a more active role in troop leadership? Then take advantage of our wide selection of training opportunities while you’re with us! Specific in-person training is determined on a week by week basis, but the following are trainings that are always accessible via our internet enabled computers:
Scoutmaster Specific
Safe Swim Defense
Safety Afloat
Climb on Safely
Trek Safely
Hazardous Weather Training
Forms, guides, promotional literature and additional resources may be downloaded from our Resource Bank.
Scouts BSA Camp
Summer Camp Promotional Video
Forms, guides, promotional literature and additional resources may be downloaded from our Resource Bank.
Register online through Black Pug
2025 Summer Camp Dates
2025 Individual Program Rates
2025 Financial Incentives
Serving Your Whole Troop
Our goal is to provide challenging and rewarding programs for every member of your troop, and to enhance your troop operations throughout the year. Take a look at what we have to offer you. Forms, guides, promotional literature and additional resources may be downloaded from our Resource Bank.
First Year Camper Program – Huskanaw “Rite of Passage”
We have committed and developed over an acre of property, specifically designed to focus on requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks; in a setting that teaches new/younger Boy Scouts about Troop structure, the value of the Patrol Method, the importance of the Buddy System, and the benefits of learning and applying new skills using the E.D.G.E. Method (Explain Demonstrate Guide Enable). Our program is guaranteed to be unique!
Huskanaw is the Powhatan Indian name for the rite of passage that taught young men the skills needed to meet their responsibilities in the tribe. Our Huskanaw program does much the same thing by teaching new Scouts the skills they need to fully participate in troop activities.
At Pipsico the Huskanaw program area is designed to welcome new boys to Boy Scouts (wether they have recently crossed-over from Cub Scouts or just joined a Boy Scout troop). The program’s purpose is to teach Scouts about the patrol method, Troop organization, being prepared, resourcefulness, and skills for Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks.
Pipsico’s Huskanaw program is either all morning or all afternoon. At the end of the week Scouts are provided with a list of requirements they worked on during their stay. Scouts may enroll in merit badge program for the remainder of their available session with the counsel of their Scoutmaster
NOTE: Scouts participating in this program should bring a backpack and their Boy Scout Handbook. It is also recommended that they bring a compass.
Forms, guides, promotional literature and additional resources may be downloaded from our Resource Bank.
For All Scouts
Pipsico offers approximately 60-merit badges during summer camp. These are all listed in the merit badge booklet, along with the merit badge schedule. Some Scouts will be encouraged by their units to take as many merit badges as possible. While this is a unit decision, experience shows that trying to learn six new skills at the same time is difficult, especially when some merit badges require several additional hours of work or practice. Accordingly, a Scout who works on six merit badges will learn how to get by with the least amount of work, rather than actually learning skills. We recommend that, before camp, Scoutmasters hold a conference with each Scout to assist them in setting realistic goals. Scouts should be encouraged to allow time for the proper completion of merit badges. The underlying purpose of these programs is to expose Scouts to new activities/studies that may positively impact character values, connect the practical application of material learned in school, to develop career or hobby interests and to learn new ways of having fun.
We have developed our merit badge schedule based on the demand of past years. We do, however, reserve the right to adjust the schedule to meet demand and therefore all units must register for merit badges through Tentaroo before camp. Sessions have maximum numbers to ensure quality learning. Once a Scout is signed up for a merit badge, we assume that they have the Scoutmasters approval to work on that badge. We will approve requirements completed at camp under the guidance of our merit badge counselors. Blue Cards must be presented to our staff to complete merit badges. We do offer some merit badges that have field trips. In most cases, volunteers and their vehicles are needed to transport Scouts to and from locations.
Veteran Campers
Special summer programs are operated in parallel with base camp and have been developed to serve the interests of more experienced Scouts. Youth must meet the minimum joining criteria for Venturing, but are not required to be Venturers. Adults are also invited to participate in SCUBA Camp and Sail Hampton Roads, and PEX.
For Adults
We believe you should get as much out of camp as your Scouts. We have a broad range of programs especially for adults. We have adult training sessions, and a variety of special activities. A sure way to grow in Scouting is to earn the Mamanatowick’s Mantle. Those who earn this coveted recognition will come away from camp with new insight and incomparable memories. Leaders are encouraged to visit the program areas to learn and observe but we do ask that you stay behind the proverbial picture frame as a spectator. If you have expertise to offer in a particular area feel free to offer a hand in between program sessions. Staff will welcome an extra set of eyes, ears, and hands. This is especially true in the Huskanaw program, where you are ultimately responsible to certify that your Scouts have met the advancement requirements
Have you been too busy to get the training you need? Did you bring along some new leaders or adult volunteers you hope will take a more active role in troop leadership? Then take advantage of our wide selection of training opportunities while you’re with us! Specific in-person training is determined on a week by week basis, but the following are trainings that are always accessible via our internet enabled computers:
Forms, guides, promotional literature and additional resources may be downloaded from our Resource Bank.