TROOP 76

CAMPING
TRIPS

CAMPING

Troop 76 has a camping trip every month, except for August (everyone needs a break) and December (Christmas Tree Sale fundraiser).

 

  • Trips are selected by the Troop’s youth leadership, with guidance from the adult leaders
  • We leave on Friday evenings, usually by 6:30 p.m.
  • We return on Sunday by 12:00 p.m. noon
  • The Troop provides tents, cooking gear and other group items
  • Scouts are responsible for their personal gear (sleeping bag, clothes, etc.)
  • The Scouts plan, shop for and cook their own meals as part of their patrol
Camping in Gettysburg

CAMPING NEAR THE GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD

CAMPING FAQ

What do I bring?

Don’t know what your Scout needs to bring on the trip? We’ve got you covered.

Scout Shopper

So, your Scout just came home and said he’s a shopper for the upcoming camping trip. Here’s what you need to do.

Scouts on the trail
Up on Hawk Mountain
Climb that wall
Chester County Council
Camporee 2022
Scouts made
fried chicken wings
Hatchet throwing!
(yes, with trained supervision)
Working the rock scramble
Settling in for the night

SUMMER CAMP

"A week of camp life is worth six months of theoretical teaching in the meeting room."

― Sir Robert Baden-Powell (Founder of Scouting)

Lord Robert Baden-Powell

A NOTE FROM
THE SCOUTMASTER

Summer camp is one of the greatest adventures in Scouting. At Camp Horseshoe, each day brings the chance to explore, try new things, and grow alongside your fellow Scouts. For many, the first year at camp feels like stepping into a whole new world: one full of challenges, excitement, and memories that last a lifetime.

First-year Scouts begin in the Trailblazer program, where they learn the essentials of Scouting and connect with new friends from across camp. But the adventure doesn’t stop there. Each Scout has the chance to choose from a wide variety of merit badge classes; whether it’s swimming, archery, climbing, handicrafts, or outdoor skills. Every activity is a chance to discover something new about yourself.

One of the best parts of camp is the independence you gain as you make your way around Horseshoe. From heading off to classes, to keeping your tent in order, to helping with troop duties, you’ll learn responsibility while also having the freedom to explore. Along the way, you’ll compete in camp-wide games, cheer on your fellow scouts, and join hundreds of other Scouts in traditions that make Horseshoe so special.

By the end of the week, Scouts come home with more confidence, new skills, and stories to tell. You’ll walk a little taller, laugh a little louder, and feel a stronger bond with your Troop. Summer camp is more than just a week away. It’s where adventure, friendship, and Scouting truly come alive!

Yours in Scouting,
Jeremy Rudolph
Scoutmaster, Troop 76

Horseshoe Scout Reservation Logo

CAMPERSHIPS

The Chester County Council believes that every Scout should have the opportunity to take part in an outdoor experience. The campership fund was established to aid Scouts who, without financial assistance, cannot afford to attend camp.

 

All applications are considered based on need. Funding is limited to 50% of the total camp fee. If you require additional assistance, please contact a Troop 76 Leader. We will post the Council application for the 2024 season as soon as it’s available.

NATIONAL HIGH ADVENTURE BASES

The Boy Scouts of America owns four national ‘High Adventure” bases. They are Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia (home of the National Jamboree),  Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico, Northern Tier in Minnesota, and BSA Sea Base down in the Florida Keys. Each facility offers wilderness programs and training that could include wilderness canoeing, wilderness backpacking trips, or sailing, and provide opportunities for Scouts to earn the 50-Miler Award. Our troop occasionally puts together a group of Scouts and adults to go to one of these trips. They are opportunities of a lifetime.

 

OUR SEA BASE CREW - SUMMER 2023

76's PHILMONT PATROL - SuMMER 2021