Sleeping Arrangements
Indoor Housing
Camp facilities include indoor, bunk style housing options. Rooms may vary in size depending on location, but they all include bunk beds with mattresses and electricity. Rooms will be assigned by age and gender. This option is only available at Kiwanis Scout Camp.
Canvas Wall Tent
Walk right into this spacious tent that is set up on off the ground on wooden platforms. Each tent includes 2 beds with mattresses and mosquito netting is available for rental upon request from the camp store, free of charge. This option is only available at Phillippo Scout Camp.
Nylon Dome Style Tent
These tents will comfortably sleep 2 people and can be zipped shut. Sleeping mats are provided. This option is only available at Kiwanis Scout Camp.
Bring Your Own Tent
Do you like using your own tent? Go ahead and bring it to camp! This option is only available at Phillippo Scout Camp.
Restrooms and Showers
Indoor Restrooms
Restroom facilities include a flush toilet and a sink.
Indoor Showers
Shower buildings can be either locker room style with individual shower stalls or single room showers with a locking door.
Outdoor Latrines
You can expect to see latrines near every campsite and program area. Latrines are stocked with toilet paper and a hand washing stations (either hand sanitizer or a sink with soap).
Internet and Cell Phones
Internet accessibility and cell phone coverage is limited at all of our camp properties. If you have specific needs related to work or otherwise, please contact the camp property you are planning on attending to learn more about available access. In the case of an emergency, reliable communication will be made available to you.
Electricity
Electricity is not available in all campsites and is reserved for those with a medical need such as CPAP machines. Make sure to note such medical needs in your registration to notify the camp.
Electricity is available in most buildings and can be used to charge cell phones.
Campsites
All campsites include a fire ring, fire wood, picnic table and access to potable water.
Camp Store
The camp store is stocked with small convenience items, snacks, apparel, souvenirs and patches. Cash, check and credit cards ($5 minimum) are accepted.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Archery
- BB Guns
- Bouldering
- Campfire Programs
- Crafts
- Scout Skills
- STEM Programs
- Swimming
SCHEDULE
Note - this schedule may vary slightly depending on which camp property you attend. See property specific pages to find a more detailed schedule. No meal are served the night of arrival to camp.
FRIDAY
- 6:00 PM Check-In/Campsite Set Up/Swim Checks
- 8:00 PM Camp wide Tour/Rules
- 9:00 PM Opening Campfire
SATURDAY
- 7:30 am Breakfast
- 8:50 am Opening Flag Ceremony
- 9:00 am Morning Rotations - move around camp doing age appropriate activities. Each activity is about 60 minutes long.
- 12:00 pm Lunch
- 2:00 pm Afternoon Rotations
- 5:30 pm Dinner
- 7:00 pm Free Time/Sign Up Programs - sign up for your favorite activities like boating, climbing, pool, shooting sports!
- 8:00 pm Evening Campfire Program
- 9:00 pm Campsite Time
SUNDAY
- 7:30 am Breakfast
- 8:50 am Opening Flag Ceremony
- 9:00 am Morning Rotations
- 12:00 pm Closing Ceremony
- 12:30 pm Lunch / Check Out
- 3:00 pm Outpost Begins (must be pre-registered)
ADVANCEMENT
Scouts will have a chance to complete a wide variety of advancement by participating in all of the activities! While at camp you will be given a list of requirements earned, by rank, and it will be the parent or Pack leader's responsibility to sign off on these for the Scout when they return home. See the requirements earned at camp sheet for more detail.
WEBELOS OUTPOST
WHAT IS WEBELOS OUTPOST?
Scouts who are entering 4th grade in the fall have the opportunity to stay at camp an extra night! During this time activities will be geared toward introducing Webelos to what the next level of camping will be like. You can look forward to hiking, setting up their own tents, building fires, dutch oven cooking and much more!
WHEN IS WEbELOS OUTPOST?
Webelos Outpost will begin at 3:30 pm on Sunday afternoon and wrap up around 11:00 am on Monday.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
It is an additional $36 per person to attend Webelos Outpost.
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR WEBELOS OUTPOST?
You must first register for your weekend of Cub Scout Summer camp, and then you will see an option to select "Webelos Scout plus Outpost" or "Adult plus Outpost". By selecting this, you will automatically be charged the additional fee and be registered for the program!
Location Details
Kiwanis: 651-433-2801
Registration Questions: 612-261-2303
Phillippo: 507-263-4324
Registration Questions: 612-261-2303
WHO CAN ATTEND?
Cub Scout Summer Camp is open to youth entering 1st - 4th grade in the fall (Tiger - Webelos ranks). Siblings of the same age group are welcome to attend this program and participate alongside the Cub Scouts.
DO PARENTS HAVE TO ATTEND?
We highly encourage that an adult attend with every Scout, not only does this help the Scout but it is a great experience for the adult as well. This adult can be a parent, guardian or other family member over the age of 18. Tiger Scouts require a 1:1 ratio for adults and Scouts.
Wolf - Webelos Scouts can have a ratio of 1 adult for every 2 kids if needed. This must be approved by the parent and noted on the health form who is allowed to transport each kid to and from camp.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
2024 Fees:
- $153 per Youth (Early Bird Fee); $158 per Youth after May 1 (Scout and siblings)
- $90 per Adult
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
The fee includes all of your meals, a patch for every participant, housing (tent or indoor), and staffing costs.
IS THERE FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE?
Yes! We think that every Scout should have an opportunity to attend Summer Camp and we do not want cost to hold anyone back from this experience. If you are in need, please complete the Campership Form to receive up to 50% of the youth cost covered.
PAYMENT TIMELINE
June 1, 2023 - January 31st, 2024: Early Registration
For more information about Early Registration, see the Cub Scout Summer Camp Early Registration Page
March 1 - April 30: Regular Registration is Open
- A deposit of $25 per person is due at the time of registration
- In the event that a Pack reduces registrations during this time period, deposits will be transferred to the outstanding balance of fees
May 1: Full Payment Due
- Full payments for all existing registrations are due on May 1
- Fees must be paid in full by this date to retain the early bird discount of $5
- If balances are not paid on this date, Northern Star Council will cancel registrations accordingly.
May 2 - August 30: "Late" Registrations
- Full payment is required at the time of new registrations
- All new registrations made beginning May 2 will be charged the full fee.
- Packs may make a registration up to the day before a campout takes places provided that there is space available
WHEN IS CUB SCOUT SUMMER CAMP?
Our sessions will typically run every weekend starting the second weekend in June and running until the second weekend in August. See the Register tab for this years dates!
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
When packing for Summer Camp, make sure to bring what you need to be comfortable for 2 nights away from home. See a full packing list in the Parent Guide Book, but below are some helpful reminders!
- Swim suit and towel
- Rain jacket - always be prepared!
- Sun screen and bug repellent
- Shower shoes (flip flops)
- Flashlight
- Sweatshirt or lightweight jacket - it can get cold when the sun goes down!
- Thermometer and hand sanitzer
It may be helpful to pack your gear in a plastic tote instead of a suitcase because it is easy to carry and it will keep your things dry in the case of rain!
WHAT FORMS DO I NEED TO BRING?
Each participant (youth and adult) must have parts A and B completed of the Health Form. Additionally each youth participant who would like to participate in shooting sports activities must have a completed Shooting Sports Waiver. Both of these forms can be found under Resources on the right hand side of this screen.
Forms will be turned into the staff at check in on Friday night. If you do not have them completed, you will be asked to fill them out once you arrive.
FOOD SERVICE PROVIDED
You will be served 5 meals while at camp, starting with breakfast on Saturday morning and ending with lunch on Sunday. All meals are served cafeteria style in a dining hall building.
SPECIAL DIETARY REQUESTS
We want to make sure that every camper gets a healthy and safe meal. At camp, we are prepared to accommodate for the following restrictions:
- Peanuts or Tree Nut Allergies
- Gluten Allergies
- Lactose Intolerance
- Pork Restrictions (Religious)
- Vegetarian Preference (we cannot support a vegan data)
If you have needs above and beyond those listed above, or if you would prefer to bring your own food, cooler space and a microwave will be made available to you.
HOW DO I INFORM THE CAMP OF MY DIETARY NEEDS?
Please note any dietary needs in your online registration information. This will give the camp staff a summary of all of the needs for a given weekend. Please also inform staff of any dietary restrictions at check in to make sure that they have accurate information. If you have questions regarding food service, please contact the camp directly.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT CHECK IN
Gates will open at 6 pm on Friday. Upon arrival you will be asked to report the temperatures of all participants, please do this before you leave for camp.
A staff member will greet you at the entrance to camp and give you directions on where to park and how to get to your campsite. You will not be able to park your car directly next to your campsite or building so be prepared to walk your gear a short distance to unload.
Once you are in camp, you will be given a detailed schedule for the weekend and a camp tour. Be prepared to turn in your completed health forms and shooting sports waivers for all participants.
There will be no meal served on Friday night so please eat dinner before coming to camp. Snacks are available for purchase in the camp store, but not a full meal.
SWIM QUALIFICATIONS
Each participant, youth and adult, will be asked to complete a swim qualification test. You will not be allowed to participate in any aquatic activities (swimming or boating) until this is complete. There are 3 different levels that participants can check at to fit their comfort and ability level:
- Learner (Non-Swimmer)
- Beginner
- Swimmer
You will have a chance to complete this on Friday night during check-in or on Saturday morning before breakfast! Lifeguards will be available on Friday night to answer any questions that you have regarding the swim check.
This might sound scary, but you have no need to worry! Swimmers of all levels will be able to have a safe and fun experience at our aquatic activities! No one will be asked to do anything that they are not comfortable with.
Swim checks can be completed prior to coming to camp under the supervision of a registered lifeguard, see Swim Qualification Record sheet in the Parent Guide book.
Cancellation Policy
All events hosted by the Northern Star Camping Department utilize the same cancellation policy:
Requests for refunds/cancellations need to be made in writing (preferably via email). The amount refunded is determined by when we are notified. If we are notified:
- 30 or more days prior to the start date of your session: all fees paid besides the deposit will be refunded to you or your unit (dependent upon the program you are cancelled for).
- 29 to 8 days prior to the start date of your session: all fees paid besides the deposit will be refunded to you or your unit as a credit that can used for any program operated by the Northern Star Camping Department.
- This credit can be applied to any future registration(s) that have a balance due.
- This credit will be available for 365 days from the date of the cancellation.
- Some examples of programs this credit could be used at include: Cub Summer Camp, Scouts BSA Summer Camp, Fall Day Camp, Polar Cubs, North Wind, Snow Base.
- This credit currently cannot be applied to facility reservations or events held by other parts of Northern Star, such as the Klondike Derby or Wood Badge.
- 7 or less days prior to the start date of your session: all fees paid will be forfeited.
Exceptions will be made at the discretion of the camp director for family or medical emergencies.