Bashore Summer Camp

Thanks to all the Scout leaders and Scouts who contributed to make 2016 the most successful summer camp in Bashore’s history!

We are now accepting reservations for 2017. Check availability here

Click the links below to register for Summer Camp 2017

Week 1 June 18-24

Week 2 June 25 to July 1

Week 7 July 30-August 5

Eagle Academy July 30-August 5

Check out information about each of our 8 campsites:
Adirondack ☀ Blue Snow ☀ Buckskin ☀ Greenleaf ☀ Karmany ☀ Powderhorn ☀ Rotary ☀ Swatara

SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS

Bashore Scout Reservation offers one of the Northeast Region’s finest Boy Scout summer camp programs. The camp offers fresh and exciting programs that appeal to Scouts of all ranks and experience levels, as well as training opportunities and special programs for adult leaders. There’s something for everyone! Here’s just a small overview of what we offer:

BLUE MOUNTAIN MEN — A superb program tailored to the needs of the first-year campers and recent Webelos crossovers.

GREEN BAR PROGRAM — Designed for the Scout in their 2nd+ year, for those who needs a little boost in completing their 1st Class rank requirements. Individually adapted to the specific needs of each Scout.

MERIT BADGE PROGRAM — For those Scouts wanting to earn merit badges. We offer over 50 scheduled merit badge classes and independent study opportunities.

SPECIALTY WEEKS — New for 2017, Bashore is offering three different specialty weeks, designed for the seasoned Scout who is looking for new challenges and some high adventure. Their choices are BSA Life Guard Week (Weeks 1 or 4), Search, Rescue, and Survive Week (Weeks 2 or 5), and Cycling Week (Weeks 3 or 7). Older Scouts may either attend provisionally, or they may attend with their troop. Each of the specialty weeks runs parallel to the regular camp activities. See the Older Scout Program description for more information. (These specialty weeks replace the former Trailblazer program.)

ADULT LEADER TRAINING — Aquatics Supervision, Safe Swim/Safety Afloat, Climb On Safely, Merit Badge Counselor Training, Scoutmaster Specific Training, Youth Protection (online), and Leave No Trace are some of the opportunities offered.

Forms for 2017 Summer Camp at Bashore Scout Reservation

Before Camp:

Leaders Guide 2017
Reservation Form 2017 (check availability at this link)
Tentaroo Bashore Camp Registration Instructions (use Tentaroo for payments and merit badge registration)
Eagle Academy Sign Up Form 2017
Provisional and Encore Camper Application 2017
Parents Guide 2017
SPL Guide 2017
2017 Campership Application (Pennsylvania Dutch only; deadline is March 15, 2017)
Suggested Packing List
Swim Pre-Test (suggested form, though any similar form is acceptable)
Pennsylvania Dutch Council Summer Camp Refund Policy
Pennsylvania Dutch Summer Camp Act 15 Compliance Policy
Bashore eBugle Archive, our monthly email with updates about Bashore Scout Reservation

Program Forms:

Merit Badge Schedule 2017 (use only as a reference or worksheet — actual registration for merit badges should be done on Tentaroo)
Program Schedule 2017 (and the blank version)
Blue Mountain Man pocket guide
Survival Kit Requirements (for Wilderness Survival and E-Prep)
Rowing and Sailing Knots
Climbing Knots
Programs for Older Scouts (formerly the Trailblazer program)
Activities for Leaders

Award Forms:

Miscellaneous Forms:

Staff Application
BSA Medical Record (Health Form) [Bashore requires all participants to have Parts A, B, & C]
Special Dietary Needs Form
Camper Release Verification Form
Emergency Procedures in Camp
Map of Camp Bashore
Talent Survey
Dumping the D’s
Behavior Management Plan
Act 15 Clearance Information, Links, and Forms
- Non-Resident Disclosure Statement – Only to be used by adult attendees who are not residents of PA and not registered with the PA Dutch Council.

Join the Bashore Staff! Fill out and submit this application to be considered for the Bashore Scout Reservation Summer Camp Staff: Bashore Staff Application