Scouts BSA Winter Camp Save the Date
Winter Camp Registration at North Wind and Snow Base opened on October 1st. Some programs like Dog Sledding and Search and Rescue are full. Traditional programs like Spearhead and Experience still have room, but Presidents Day Weekend and Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend are filling up quick.
Why Go Winter Camping? Top 10 Reasons
1. STAYING WARM IS EASY
Our gear, training and staff make staying warm easy. You don't need to have all the right stuff because we have you covered. Everything from sub-zero rated mummy bags to mittens and wool socks.
2. NO BUGS
There s no scrambling to zip up the tent door to keep the mosquitos out during the winter. They've settled down for a long winter's nap. Sit back and relax with confidence the bugs won't be biting.
3. BRAGGING RIGHTS
Winter camping is unique and it can be challenging to do on your own. Earn the Zero Hero award. Co-workers and classmates will be enthralled with your tales of adventure on Monday morning.
4. LEARN TO CAMP OUTSIDE 12 MONTHS OF THE YEAR
If you only camp in 30+ degree weather you're missing 1/3 of the camping experience. Let us show you what you're missing.
5. GREAT SLEEP
Winter camping is about comfort. You can bring more gear with you in a sled than you can in a backpack. Bring some extra cushions to sleep on you've got the space. Zip into your cozy mummy bag and enjoy it.
6. TRAIL?WHAT TRAIL?
In deep snow you can make your own trails without hurting the ground beneath. Walk on water and explore more places and camp in more remote spaces.
7. NEW VIEWS
You thought you knew what our camps looked like, but then you get to camp and it is a whole new world. You can see further and a blanket of snow gives these familiar areas a new personality.
8. STARRY NIGHTS
The stars are so much more vibrant in the winter time. With earlier sunsets you'll have more time to view the stars. Our staff will do a mini star gazing instruction during night hikes
9. UNIQUE PROGRAMS
There are just some things you can't do in the summer: Snowshoeing, Cross Country Skiing, Tubing and more. Build a table out of snow and then cook on it.
10. WINTER SILENCE
A forest seems at rest under a blanket of snow. The structure of snowflakes absorb sound. so snow actually does make it a bit quieter outside. Enjoy an outfitted weekend of winter fun with our trained Winter Camp Staff in January or February.
We operate two great winter camps: Snow Base at Tomahawk Scout Camp and North Wind at Stearns Scout Camp. Staying warm is easy when we provide cold weather training, winter clothing, camping equipment. excellent meals. and outdoor activities. Our tiered programs and commitment to innovation ensures fun for all experience levels and new challenges each winter.
If your unit would like to learn more about our winter camping programs, you can request a winter camp presentation for a fall meeting. We'll send a staff member out to your meeting to show you some of the gear. our video. and describe the programs to your Scouts. Request a presentation today!
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