Arrow of Light Camp

Adventure awaits Arrow of Light Scouts (youth going into 5th grade) at Arrow of Light Summer Camp! You can look forward to three full days of activities such as swimming, archery, boating, bb guns, climbing, and so much more! Our enthusiastic and well trained staff are excited to provide you a quality program. All you need to do is come ready to have some fun! Come with your den or sign up individually.

To figure out when your troop is attending summer camp at Tomahawk, head to the Program tab.

 

Some Activities You'll Do

ANIMALS

Get a chance to see somepretty cool animals in the wild

ARCHERY

Take up a bow and fire a few arrows toward the bullseye

CLIMBING

We have climbing structures at four locations, providing physical and mental challenges to Scouts of all ages

BOATING

Boating can enrich an experience at camp whether it's just something you do for an hour or if it is the center of your outing.

BOULDERING

Bouldering provides challenging horizontal routes for climbers that like the unique challenge of going sideways instead of up and down.

BB GUN SHOOTING

Take aim at a target and nail the bullseye with a BB gun

KNOTS AND LASHINGS

Use one of our knot/lashing kits to learn the basics of this Scouting skill.

GAGA BALL

Enter the Octagon with your friends and try and be the last to survive the round!

CAMPFIRES

A toasty campfire is often the focus of any campout.

FIRE BUILDING TECHNIQUES

Start and stop a fire the right way.

SWIMMING

Swimming is one of the staples of camp, a fun outdoor activity promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and self reliance.

NATURE TRAIL

Day or night, our nature trails make your hike even more exciting.

TENT CAMPING

Opt out!! Outside that is with tent camping.

STEM

STEMactivities can be anything that gets your unit thinking scientificallyabout a project.

FISHING

Fishing is a great way to connect with nature, relieve some stress, learn how our ancestors used to acquire food, and more!

CRAFTS

Crafty things to do at our camps

Sleeping Arrangements

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.

Bring Your Own Tent

Do you like using your own tent? Go ahead and bring it to camp!

A tent set up in a tree grove

Restrooms and Showers

Indoor Restrooms

Restroom facilities include a flush toilet and a sink.

Indoor Showers

The shower building has multiple 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 is available at Central Services, where the dining hall and showers are located.

Electricity

Electricity is not available in campsites. 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

  • STEM Programs
  • Climbing and Bouldering
  • Boating
  • Campfire Programs
  • Bikes
  • Lake Waterfront
  • Scout skills

SCHEDULE

Note - this schedule may vary slightly.

Friday

  • 7:00 pm Check In Begins
  • 8:00 pm Camp Orientation and Campfires

Saturday

  • 8:00 am Breakfast
  • 9:00 am Staff intro
  • 9:30 am Swim Test
  • 11:00 am Activity Rotation 1
  • 12:30 pm Lunch
  • 2:00 pm Activity Rotation 2
  • 3:00 pm Adventure Time Session 1
  • 6:00 pm Dinner
  • 7:00 pm Free Time - all areas open
  • 9:30 pm Return to your campsite

Sunday

  • 8:00 am Breakfast
  • 9:00 am Activity Rotation 3
  • 10:00 am Activity Rotation 4
  • 11:00 am Activity Rotation 5
  • 12:30 pm Lunch
  • 2:00 pm Activity Rotation 6
  • 3:00 pm Activity Rotation 7
  • 4:00 pm Activity Rotation 8
  • 6:00 pm Dinner
  • 7:30 pm Camp-wide Campfire & skits
  • 9:30 pm Return to your campsite

Monday

  • 6:45am Polar Bear Swim
  • 8:00 am Breakfast
  • 9:00 am Activity Rotation 9
  • 10:00 am Activity Rotation 10
  • 11:00 am Activity Rotation 11
  • 12:30 pm Lunch
  • 2:00 pm Checkout

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, 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.

ARROW OF LIGHT OUTPOST

Arrow of Light Outpost is an extra day of camping at Tomahawk. Staying through Monday night until Tuesday after lunch, Scouts will spend time with a Scouts BSA troop, see how they are running and what they get to do, then replicate it for themselves. On Tuesday morning, participants will take a trip out to Logging Camp for logging-themed activities such as blacksmithing and branding. Meals, staffing, campsite, and equipment are all included in the $36 extra fee.

If you have not yet decided on a weekend, you can find your troop in the below table to see when your troop will be at camp. Meeting during Outpost is a fun way for your pack to connect with their future Troop.

WHO CAN ATTEND?

Arrow of Light Summer Camp is open to youth entering 5th grade in the fall (Webelos or Arrow of Light rank). 

DO PARENTS HAVE TO ATTEND?

We highly encourage that an adult attend with every Scout. It helps the Scout and 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. A den needs one adult for every four youth at camp with a minimum of two adults per group.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

2025 Fees:

  • $175 Youth Early Bird Fee; $180 Youth after May 1st
  • $100 Adult

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

The fee includes all of your meals, a patch for every participant, housing (tents), program supplies, 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, 2024 - January 31st, 2025: Early Registration

For more information about Early Registration, see the Arrow of Light 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 ARROW OF LIGHT CAMP?

Our sessions will typically run from the middle of June to the middle of August. See the Register tab for this year's dates!

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

When packing for Summer Camp, make sure to bring what you need to be comfortable for 3 nights away from home (Friday, Saturday, Sunday). 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 sanitizer

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. A health screening form will also need to be completed for each person coming onto the property. 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 your first 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 8 meals while at camp. All meals are served 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:

  • Dairy Free
  • Gluten Free
  • Vegetarian
  • Peanut/Nut Free

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 p.m. on Friday

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.

There will be no meal served on the first night, so please eat dinner before coming to camp.

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 may have an opportunity to complete the swim check on Friday evening, or you will have a chance to do it at your first aquatic activity on Saturday! 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 Camp Northern Star program camps share the same cancellation policy, found at the page linked at the button below:

Camp Northern Star Cancellation Policy

Ready to register? Select the register button for the property you would like to attend and you will be redirected to our online registration site! If you would like assistance or are experiencing problems with the registration process, please contact Customer Service at 612-261-2303.

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2025 ARROW OF LIGHT CAMP AT TOMAHAWK

 Tomahawk Scout Camp
Long Lake, Wisconsin

Registration Opens 3/1

2025 Dates:

  • June 13-16
  • June 20-23
  • June 27-30
  • July 11-14
  • July 18-21
  • July 25-28
  • August 1-4
  • August 7-10

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