Cub Scout Resident Camp
Pack your bags for the ultimate outdoor adventure! Held in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Cub Scout Resident Camp offers Tigers, Wolves, Bears, and Webelos action-packed days of shooting sports, swimming, crafts, and memorable mountain campfires.
True Wilderness Living
Sleep under the stars in heavy-duty canvas wall tents on raised wooden platforms, or in Adirondack cabins equipped with cots, nestled in the shade of mature hardwood ridges.
Full Meal Service
No camp cooking required! Every meal is served cafeteria-style in the Vaughn Dining Hall, complete with kid-friendly entrees, salad bars, and dietary options.
Rank Advancement
Daily activity rotations help Scouts earn requirements toward rank-specific adventure loops and pins in outdoor skills, nature study, and target sports.
Daily Program Rotations & Activities
Every morning and afternoon features organized rotations through Raven Knob's premier program areas based on your Scouts' rank:
Wolf
- Archery & Range Sports Instruction
- Paws for Water Waterfront Swim
- Air of the Wolf & Paws of the Path
- Fishing at the OA Arena
Bear
- Full Shooting Sports (BB Guns + Bows)
- Boating & Bears Afloat Excursion
- Super Science & Forensics Labs
- Salmon Run Waterfront Challenge
Webelos
- Climbing & Bouldering Tower
- Raven Knob Mountain Trail Hike
- BB Range & Ultimate Frisbee Field
- Earth Rocks & Build It Woodworking
Arrow of Light
- Summit Hike to Raven Knob Peak
- Rappelling Tower & Agility Bouldering
- High-Tech Outdoors & Knife Safety
- Camp Cycling Course & First Aid Labs
The Rhythm of Camp Life
Morning
- 7:00 AM — Reveille
- 7:30 AM — Waiter’s Call
- 7:45 AM — Morning Assembly
- 8:00 AM — Breakfast (Leaders Mtg After)
- 9:00 – 10:15 AM — Session One
- 10:30 – 11:45 AM — Session Two
Midday & Afternoon
- 12:00 PM — Waiter’s Call
- 12:15 PM — Lunch
- 12:45 – 1:30 PM — Rest Period
- 1:45 – 3:00 PM — Session Three
- 3:15 – 4:30 PM — Session Four
- 4:30 – 5:30 PM — Pack Free Time
Evening
- 5:30 PM — Waiter’s Call
- 5:45 PM — Evening Assembly
- 6:00 PM — Supper (Vespers After)
- 7:00 – 9:45 PM — Evening Activities
- 10:00 PM — Taps (In Campsite)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which medical forms are required for Cub Resident Camp?
Every youth and adult staying overnight must submit a completed BSA Annual Health & Medical Record (Parts A & B only). A doctor's physical exam (Part C) is not required for resident camps under 72 hours.
How do medications get handled at camp?
All prescription medications must be in their original pharmacy containers with the camper's name and dosage. Units can securely administer meds via their unit leader lockbox, or turn them in to the camp Health Lodge upon arrival.
Can our family or Scout attend if our Pack isn't coming?
Yes! You can register as a Provisional Camper. We will pair you with camp leadership and a host pack for the session
What is the swim check procedure?
All campers and leaders wanting to swim or boat complete a standard BSA swim test during check-in afternoon to earn a Non-Swimmer (white tag), Beginner (red tag), or Swimmer (blue tag) designation.
What is available at the Trading Post?
The Trading Post carries camp apparel, hats, patches, snacks, ice cream, slushies, and souvenir crafts. We recommend $20–$40 in spending money.
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