Camping — Coastal Plains District

Baumgartner Properties

Karl Baumgartner has offered several properties available for Scout camping. Karl is an Eagle Scout (1957), past scout leader and long time scouting supporter. In addition he has served as president of the Coastal Prairie chapter of Texas Master Naturalists. The properties are within reasonable driving distance and offer potable water and restroom facilities. Most offer fishing as well as great opportunities for nature observation. Best of all, all facilities are offered free of charge!

Council Camping Opportunities

Cub Scout Family Camping

Well-planned, organized family camping at the pack level helps fulfill the promise made to Cub Scouts.
Packs and Webelos dens may register.
Family camping is available at Bovay Scout Ranch and Camp Brosig.

Cub Scout Adventure Camp

Adventure Camp is a weekend camp out for Cub Scouts and their families at Bovay Scout Ranch.
Admission covers three meals in the air-conditioned dining hall.
Activities include BB guns, archery, water park (weather permitting) and one or two program areas (e.g., BMX bikes, dino dig, mine, nature center, Indian village).
Packs, dens and individual families may register.

Cub Scout Resident Camp

Resident Camp is a three-night camp held in July for all registered Cub Scouts (including kindergarten graduates)
Resident Camp is held at Bovay Scout Ranch near Navasota, TX.
Activities include BB guns, archery, swimming, BMX bikes, sports, nature and more.
Advancements offered supplement those offered at day camp.
Packs, dens and families may register.

Webelos Coyote Extreme

Webelos Coyote Extreme is a weekend campout for 4^th and 5^th grade Webelos Scouts at Bovay Scout Ranch.
A fast-paced, fun-filled weekend
Webelos Scouts work on Arrow of Light rank requirements
Webelos Scouts are introduced to basic Scouting skills needed when joining a troop.

Cub Scout Day Camp

Day camp is open to all registered Cub Scouts for Scouts entering 1^st - 5^thgrade the next school year.
Activities typically include BB guns, archery, sports, crafts, nature and Scout skills.
Scouts make new friends and earn rank advancements.

Scouts BSA Summer Camp

At summer camp, Scouts can earn merit badges, learn and practice their Scouting skills, follow the patrol method and work towards advancement.
Summer Camp Staff - The council is looking for a few dedicated individuals to serve Scouting by being a staff member at one of the council's camps.

Weekend Camping

Troops, crews and ships can conduct weekend camping trips at one of our council camps: Tellepsen Scout Camp, Camp Brosig, and Camp Strake.

Winter Camp

Winter Camp is held each year at Camp Strake between Christmas and New Year's Day for Scouts in troops, crews and ships.
Winter Camp is a wonderful opportunity for troops to camp and Scouts to earn merit badges.
Merit badge classes are taught by Scouters with real-life experiences in the field.

High Adventure

Troops and crews can sign up for one of four exciting BSA's High Adventure Bases: Florida Sea Base in Florida; Northern Tier in Minnesota; Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico; Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia.
Philmont Council Contingent: Each summer, the council sends several contingents to Philmont Scout Ranch.
National Scout Jamboree is a gathering of approximately 45,000 Scouts that showcases everything that is great about the BSA.
OA High Adventure Programs are a unique opportunity for Arrowmen to spend two weeks at a high adventure base for a life-changing experience.

Venturing Camping

Weekend camping is available for crews at Tellepsen Scout Camp, Camp Brosig, and Camp Strake

Contacts

For additional information or questions about camping, contact the district camping chair.