PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
The popular Spooky-Trail is a fun opportunity to have some spooky fun with your pack. Bring your costume and be ready for a spooky-good time.
SCHEDULE
Friday
- 6:00 p.m. - Check-in and Registration
- 6:30 - 10:00 - Campsite Set-Up and Pack Time
Saturday*
- 7:45 a.m. - Breakfast
- 9:00 - 11:50 - Morning Program
- 12:00 - Lunch
- 1:00 - 5:00 - Afternoon Program
- 5:15 - Dinner
- 6:30 - 7:30 - Trunk or Treat
- 8:00 - 9:00 - Spooky Trail and Skits
- 9:00 - 10:00 - Campsite Campfires and pack times
Sunday
- 8:00 a.m. - Breakfast
- Pack up and head home after breakfast
*Spooky-Ree Day Pass attendees can plan to check-in at 9:00 AM and program will end at 9:00 PM
ADVANCEMENT
Spooky-Ree is designed to be an activity based program instead of advancement based. Scouts will not complete adventures during the scheduled activities. There will be time during the weekend for the pack to organize their own rank advancement activities if desired.
FAQ
Spooky Ree FAQ
WHO CAN GO TO SPOOKY-REE?
Cub Scouts (Lions to Arrow of Light Scouts), Parents, and Siblings
DO PARENTS HAVE TO ATTEND?
We highly encourage that an adult attend with every youth. Not only does this help the youth, 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. Youth 6 and under require a 1:1 ratio for adult to youth.
Youth 7 and over can have a ratio of 1:2 for adult to youth 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.
WILL THERE BE CHANGES TO THE CAMP SCHEDULE AND PROGRAM OFFERINGS This Year?
- Beginning in 2026, a Spooky-Ree Day Pass option will be available. This program will run all day on Saturday.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
2026 fees:
Spooky-Ree Campout
- Cub Scout Aged Youth (5+ years old): $50
- Siblings under 5 years of age: $20
- Adults: $20
Spooky-Ree Day Pass
- Cub Scout Aged Youth (5+ years old): $35
- Siblings under 5 years of age: $12
- Adults: $12
IS FOOD SERVICE INCLUDED?
You may choose to cook your own food or eat in our dining hall. Meal Service plans begin Saturday morning with breakfast and end Sunday morning with breakfast.
Meal Service must be added at least 1 week prior to the start of your session.
Meal Plan options:
Spooky-Ree Campout
- All meals for weekend (Dine-In): $27
- No meals: $0
Spooky-Ree Day Pass
- Saturday Lunch & Dinner (Dine-In): $14
- No meals: $0
WHAT HOUSING OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
In 2026, we will be offering both indoor housing and tenting at all locations (Phillippo, Kiwanis, and Stearns). Participants must provide their own tents.
Registration opens September 1st each year! Head to the Register tab on this page to pick your location.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO CAMP?
Spooky-Ree Campout is a full weekend event. Make sure you are prepared for an entire weekend away from home. Use this checklist as a baseline as you get packed.
- Sleeping Bag
- Warm Layers (October can be cold in Minnesota)
- Rain Gear
- Flashlight
- Eating Utensils and Cooking Supplies (If cooking in your own campsite)
- Closed-Toed Shoes
- Water Bottle
- Toiletries
- Halloween Costume!
Optional: Store bought items for Trunk or Treat, please no homemade treats.
WHAT FORMS DO I NEED TO BRING TO CAMP?
All participants must have a completed BSA Medical Form (Parts A and B only) and youth must also complete the Range Waiver.
All forms must be turned in at check in for your camp session. Digitally submitted forms will not be accepted.
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I HAVE DIETARY RESTRICTIONS?
We try to provide healthy and safe meals for every participant. Please be sure to note on your registration any dietary needs or health concerns at least 1 week prior to the start of camp. Typically we are prepared to accommodate vegetarian, gluten free, lactose free, and peanut/nut free as long as we have enough notice prior to the event.
WHAT Is THE PAYMENT TIMELINE?
Full payment is required at the time of registration
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
The deposit for this program is $25 for youth 5+ per session, $18 for siblings under 5 per session and $18 per adult per session.