Camp isn’t just during the summer - Polar Cubs is one of the largest Cub Scout Day Camp programs in the country and it takes place in the middle of winter! You won't want to miss out on your change to join in on the fun!
Some Activities You'll Do At This Event
Sled Chutes
Our sled chutes are designed for the impossible to predict Minnesota weather
Our sled chutes are designed for the impossible to predict Minnesota weather
Tubing and Sledding
Head out to camp for some classic winter fun.
Head out to camp for some classic winter fun.
Kick Sleds
Try something new at Polar Cubs! Kick Sleds are a traditional Scandinavian activity that is similar to kick pushing a scooter, except you are on skis!
Try something new at Polar Cubs! Kick Sleds are a traditional Scandinavian activity that is similar to kick pushing a scooter, except you are on skis!
Broomball
A unique winter sport that anyone can play.
A unique winter sport that anyone can play.
Crafts
Crafty things to do at our camps
Crafty things to do at our camps
Camp Store
Get yourself a camp souvenir or pick up something you may have forgotten at home.
Get yourself a camp souvenir or pick up something you may have forgotten at home.
Mushroom Ball
This game is a Polar Cubs original and it is a great way to warm up on those cold winter days! Lion - Bear Scouts can look forward to playing this activity at Polar Cubs.
This game is a Polar Cubs original and it is a great way to warm up on those cold winter days! Lion - Bear Scouts can look forward to playing this activity at Polar Cubs.
Hot Chocolate
Who doesn't want a cup of cocoa at camp?
Who doesn't want a cup of cocoa at camp?
LEGO
Take some time to warm up while at Polar Cubs and build a Lego car!
Take some time to warm up while at Polar Cubs and build a Lego car!
Polar Cubs is designed to be safe and fun for all winter conditions! We even have sled chutes for days when there's no snow on the ground and a special patch for the days when it's below zero temperatures! See a full list of awesome activities on the Overview tab above!
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
All of our Polar cubs locations have snow-less sledding options available! So no matter what the weather is like, you are guaranteed to have a great time!
Kick Sleds were a huge hit! Kids and adults had a great time gliding across the snow and trying a new activity!
SCHEDULE
Below is a sample schedule. You will get a final schedule upon arrival. Arrival and closing times are accurate.
- 8:00 - 9:00 Check In
- 9:15 - Opening Ceremony
- 9:30 - 12:00 Morning activity rotations (about 30 minute stations)
- 12:15 - Lunch
- 12:45 - 3:15 Afternoon activity rotations (about 30 minute stations)
- 4:00 - Closing Ceremony
ADVANCEMENT
Polar Cubs is designed to be an activity based program instead of advancement focused. Scouts will not complete any adventures while at Polar Cubs.
WHO CAN GO TO POLAR CUBS?
Polar Cubs is open to all Cub Scouts and their families. Polar explorers of all ages are welcome to join in on the fun! We encourage 1 adult partner for every youth participant. We require a minimum of 1 adult for every 2 children.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
2023 Fees
- Youth $40
- Adult $15
- Youth under 5 are FREE!
Fees include a hot lunch and a patch for each youth participant (siblings and Scouts).
WHEN IS POLAR CUBS?
Every Saturday and Sunday - January and February
Check in will begin at 8:00 am each day
Program starts at 9:15 a.m. and ends at 4:00 p.m.
WHEN DOES REGISTRATION OPEN?
Registration opens November 1st. All payments are due in full at the time of registration.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO CAMP?
Polar Cubs is a single day program - however due to the unpredictable nature of our winter weather we encourage everyone to dress in layers and maybe bring extra layers just in case! Jack Frost won't keep us down - to make sure you don't miss out on any of the arctic activities we recommend you have the following layers:
- Base layer - AVOID COTTON fabrics touching your skin! Cotton will absorb water which can quickly turn into cold toes and fingers! We recommend synthetic fibers such as polyester and nylon.
- Warmth Layer - this will be where the bulk of your warmth comes from. We recommend fabrics such as wool, polar fleece or flannel. This is the perfect opportunity to dig out the ugly christmas sweaters and fuzzy pajama pants!
- Wind/Water Layer - your outermost layer should be wind and water proof. Most jackets and snowpants have this built in - but if not you can throw a rain jacket over the top of a fleece jacket for the same effect!
Please also make sure that everyone has a water bottle. You will be doing a lot of moving around and it is just as easy to get dehydrated in the winter as it is in the warm summer months!
WHAT FORMS DO I NEED TO BRING TO CAMP?
Every participant (youth and adult) must have a completed health form - parts A and B. We also ask that you come prepared with a shooting sports waiver in case we need to substitute an activity for BB Guns or Archery - this tends to happen when we do not have any snow on the ground.
WHAT FOOD IS PROVIDED AT POLAR CUBS?
Every participant will be served a hot lunch - includes main dish, salad bar, hot soup, bread and milk/juice/coffee. Please view the attached document about dietary restrictions if you need to request a special meal.
WHERE DO I GO TO CHECK IN?
- Phillippo Scout Reservation - Dining Hall
- Rum River Scout Camp - Thurston Lodge
- Fred C. Andersen - Swanson Lodge
- Stearns - Diamond Lake Lodge
CANCELLATIONS
- Full payment is required at the time of registration.
- Fees paid will be forfeited if registration is canceled. Exceptions will only be made for family or medical emergencies.
- If notified prior to the start of camp, fees can be transferred to another Polar Cubs session during the same calendar year.