Be A Campmaster!
Looking for Campmasters
Meet George Brandtner Lead Campmaster at Phillippo Scout Camp. We recently sat down with George to ask him about his time campmastering at Phillippo.
How did you get involved with the Campmaster Program?
I saw a Facebook posting in September 2023 on the PSR alumni page. Looking for help as a Campmaster. After a couple weekends, Ranger Don mentioned he was looking for a Lead Campmaster and I jumped at the opportunity.
What can you tell me about your Campmaster Program?
I run a program with 25 volunteers, all of us are dedicated to making camp a fun and enjoyable place for all. We don't just work with Scouting groups, we work with other community groups such as youth organizations, Law Enforcement and the Civil Air Patrol. The program runs for 9 months out of the year. Only shutting down during Summer camp.
What are your favorite parts of the Campmaster Program?
My favorite parts of this program are being able to work on projects with the Ranger staff. I enjoy Forestry, trail clearing helping groups with service projects and greeting incoming units.
One of the things I really like about Camp is that we have free time to explore our own interests. I enjoy going on any of our many hiking trails, boating and fishing in lake Byllesby and the great photo opportunities that present themselves.
Being a Campmaster has also allowed me to get certified in RHOVA, BSA CHainsaw, Climbing, Archery and BB gun Instructor.
Why do you think people should join the campmaster program?
Campmasters are a vital part of the NSS camping program. We are the first person you see when you arrive at camp and we are the last you see when you leave. We are the trading post operators and the camp quartermasters. We are able to give our focus to the needs of our guests while the Rangers can focus on keeping camp maintained.
If you enjoy the outdoors and sharing that love with others being a campmaster might just be for you!
We would like to invite you to join the Northern Star Council Campmaster Corps. If you want more information, please contact me (William Fredrick) at 612-716-6656 or email me at [email protected]