Boy Scout Troop

Summer Camp with Troop 570

Boy Scouting is designed to take place outdoors. It is in the outdoor setting that Scouts share responsibilities, and learn to live with one another. The skills and activities practiced at troop meetings come alive with purpose. Being close to nature helps Boy Scouts gain an appreciation for the beauty of the world around us.

Summer Camp is one of the single-most important events that a Boy Scout can attend. It can be one of the great experiences in the life of a Scout. Each program, merit badge, and evening campfire will linger in memory for years to come. Scouts will have the opportunity to put their outdoor skills to the test, to work with one another and to make life long friends. There is much to experience, to learn, and to enjoy on a summer camp adventure.

Troop 570 attends summer camp every year. We typically will go to a camp in the Chief Seattle Council one summer then out of council the next.

Recent BSA summer camp locations

	2008- Camp Meriwether, Cascade Pacific Council, Oregon coast
	2007- Camp Parsons, Chief Seattle Council, on northern Hood Canal, Washington
	2006- Camp Hahobas, Pacific Harbors Council, on southern Hood Canal, Washington
	2005- Camp Easton, Inland Northwest Council, Lake Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
	2004- Camp Pigott, Chief Seattle Council, north of Monroe, Washington
	2003- Camp Parsons, Chief Seattle Council, on northern Hood Canal, Washington
	2002- Camp Black Mountain, Mt Baker Council, just north of Maple Falls, Washington

Summer 2009: August 9 - 15, Camp Parsons (Chief Seattle Council)

Troop 570 is attending Camp Parsons, on the Hood Canal near Brinnon, during the week of August 9th through August 15th. All new scouts are strongly encouraged to attend!

Camp Parsons is situated on the Olympic Peninsula “where the mountains meet the sea.” This remarkable setting offers the rare experience of canoeing on glassy salt water, while gazing along a densely forested shoreline. Camp Parsons is one of the oldest Scout camps in America, providing wilderness adventure to Scouts and Scouters since 1919. Special features include the climbing tower, 16-position rifle and archery ranges, and the Fort Dukabush museum. Swimming, canoeing, and sailing in the saltwater aquatics area are other popular activities available to visitors.

A Typical Day at Camp

Morning: Troops gather for the morning flag ceremony and meal at the dining hall. After breakfast, sessions are scheduled for advancement or merit badge work. Adults may attend leader meetings, special training, and other activities.

Afternoon: Lunch is followed by another advancement session and some scheduled "troop time." Activity areas are open including programs for older Scouts.

Evening: After the evening assembly and dinner, there is a Scouts Own chapel service. Troops can schedule this time to visit their favorite program area.

Campfire Programs: Campfires are held each night. Either camp-wide at the campfire bowl or in a troop site for a "friendship campfire," the programs can be fun and inspirational with good planning, good participation and creativity.

Camp Parsons web links

Directions to Camp Parsons

Map of Camp Parsons

Camp Parsons 2009 Daily Schedule

Camp Parsons 2009 Advancement Opportunities

Camp Parsons 2009 Leader and Parent's Guide

Contacting Camp Parsons

Camp Parsons web site: Welcome to the website for Camp Parsons, maintained and contributed to by members and alumni of the Camp Parsons Staff. Any opinions or views expressed in any part of this website do not express the views of the Chief Seattle Council or the Boy Scouts of America. For official news from the Boy Scouts or to download any official documents, please visit their website at www.seattlebsa.org or visit the national website at www.scouting.org. However, if you want the real scoop on what is happening at camp, then you have come to the right place. All information regarding camp operations are up to date and current on this website including downloaded forms.

Important information for troops coming to camp

Camp Parsons public picture gallery

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