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National BSA Jamboree

Summit Bechtel Reserve- July 19th-28th, 2023

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John E. Reeves Cub World

Overnight Cub Scout Summer Camp at Alpine Scout Camp

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Greater New York Councils’ Programs

Cub Scouts

Boys & Girls Grades K-5

Cub Scouting is fun for the whole family. In Scouting, boys and girls start with their best right now selves and grow into their very best future selves. It’s fun, hands-on learning and achievement that puts kids in the middle of the action and prepares them for today – and for life.

Scouts BSA

Youth 11-17 years old

Scouts BSA is the traditional Scouting experience for youth in the fifth grade through high school. Service, community engagement and leadership development become increasingly important parts of the program as youth lead their own activities and work their way toward earning Scouting’s highest rank, Eagle Scout.

Venturing

Co-Ed 14-20 years old

Venturing is youth-led and youth-inspired. You’ll acquire life skills and gain experiences that will prove to be valuable regardless of where your future takes you, all while having a blast: leadership, event-planning, organization, communication, responsibility – the list goes on!

Sea Scouts

Co-Ed 14-20 years old

Sea Scouting is a program of the Boy Scouts of America for young men and women ages 14 to 20. For over 100 years Sea Scouting has promoted better citizenship and improved members’ boating skills through instruction and practice in water safety, boating skills, outdoor, social, service experiences, and knowledge of our maritime heritage.

Exploring

Co-Ed 14-20 years old

Exploring provides exciting activities and one-on-one mentorship for youth looking to discover their future. Whether you’re a local organization looking to strengthen the community or a young person wanting to uncover the possibilities of your future, Exploring is a great place to start.

Whether joining a Greater New York Council’s Scouing program at age five or age 17, youth participants will have valuable experiences for wherever the future brings them. Scouting is a community of volunteers and members, participating in activities  that build character, comunity, camaraderie, and fitness.

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GNYC CAMPS:

Ten Mile River Scout Camps

TMR is not only a spectacular place for long-term summer camping, but it is also home to over 30 facilities for units to hold their monthly camping trips, or scouting families to have a weekend getaway. Short Term facilities are available from Labor Day in September until the end of June.

TMR is operated year-round, but the pinnacle of its programming happens during the months of July and August when all the camps: Aquehonga, Keowa, Ranachqua, and Lakeside Family Camp, are in full swing.

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Alpine Scout Camp

Just 15 minutes north of the George Washington Bridge, Alpine Scout Camp is tucked away in the beautiful woodlands of the palisades. Offering short term camping to Scouts and families and a selection of facilities to suit your group’s needs. Tent sites, lean-to and cabin rentals are available, as well as a conference center with lodging for over 40 people.

 

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William H. Pouch Scout Camp

William H. Pouch Scout Camp is an easy to get to oasis in Staten Island’s Greenbelt. A great camping destination with cabins, lean-tos, and tent sites with hiking trails, a climbing wall, archery range and a lake for fishing & boating.

A focal point of Scouting in New York City the Staten Island Scout Shop serves all of New York City as an official retailer of Scouting merchandise.

Come for a day of program, an easy to get to overnight camping, or visit from out of town for a one of a kind oportunity to campout in NYC!

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