SUMMER CAMP
Summer Camp Information and FAQ
This is the spot to get all of the information you need about summer camp. You will find packing lists, the mailing address to send your scout mail and a lot of other information to help your scout have a great camp experience.
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Where are we going in 2026?
Camp Daniel Boone
3647 Little East Fork Road
Canton, NC 28716
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When are we going?
We are going on June 20, 2026
We will leave at 6:00am on Sat. June 20th and will be home late Sat.June 27th.
We will meet at 6:30pm on June 19th, 2026 (Friday night) to load the trailer.
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How are we getting there?
We are renting 15 passenger vans.
Scouts will need $? cash for food for the ride there and back. You can send snacks with them on the vans but no small candies like M&M's , Reeses Pieces, Skittles, etc. Also, no cups of beverages will be allowed on the vans. (This is to prevent the mess that those items make) Drinks must be in a sealed container. Also, no Gum at all in the van at camp or in Care Packages.
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Where can I send my scout a letter or care package?
You should try to send your scout a letter as often as possible. They will love hearing from you.
Send letters to:
"Scouts Name", Troop 443, Greater Tampa Bay Area Council, Week #3
Camp Daniel Boone
3647 Little East Fork Road
Canton, NC 28716
You can also send the care packages and letters with us to camp with a date on them to pass them out and we will do that for you.
Due to the remote location, packages can take up to a week to deliver to Camp Daniel Boone, so please plan accordingly.
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Who do I call in an emergency?
Michael Pecora - (352) 279-9887 - There may not cell phone coverage at camp.
Michelle Pecora - (352) 238-3366
Adam Oden - (352) 537-1994
Stevie Oden - (352) 232-9519
Johnny Loose - (352)279-0201
Jennifer Griffith - (352) 232-1219
Pauline Zerbe - (352) 453-6700
Norman Zerbe - (352) 453-7539
Camp Office (for emergencies only) - (828) 648-0435
If it is not an emergency, do not call the camp to talk to your scout. Scouts will not have access to their cell phones at camp. They can use them for the ride there and back.
NOTE: Cell phones rarely receive reception at Camp Daniel Boone
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What should scouts and leaders bring with them to camp?
Download the list. It should include just about everything they will need.
This is the only box they can use for Summer Camp - https://www.walmart.com/ip/Sterilite-Footlocker-Black/16415912
They come in multiple colors if you search for them. Get any color as long as it's the same model number.
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What paperwork must I fill out BEFORE camp?
All paperwork is due by NO LATER than May 1, 2026
Here is all of the paperwork you MAY need. If there is an item, such as medications, that is not needed, please put the scouts name and write N/A across the form and turn it in. Everyone , including leaders, must have all three parts of the Health Form filled out. Part C requires a doctors visit for a physical. Everyone must have an updated Tetanus shot (within the last 10yrs) to go to camp.
Health forms (THIS IS THE ONLY FORM YOU CAN USE, NO OTHER FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED) - https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-001_ABC.pdf
This is the NEW prescription medication form and must be filled out completely - https://filestore.scouting.org/filestore/healthsafety/pdf/routinedrugadministrationrecordrevised2011.pdf
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Are there any Merit Badge requirements that should be done prior to camp?
Read through this guide to find out what requirements will be done at camp and what requirements MUST be done BEFORE camp. This file will be update for 2026
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How does my Scout choose what to do at camp.
We will be using the online app to make the selections - use this link - https://forms.gle/eysYEbtDBcvQdoGN9
Daniel Boone uses daily schedules instead of weekly schedules. Scouts must take an ALL DAY, AM AND PM or Multi Day Class for every day. Friday they must take an AM Class unless already in a Multi Day Class
These are the merit badges offered -
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What's this I hear about Swim Checks?
In order for scouts or leaders to participate in any aquatic activity, they will be classified in one of three catagories - Non-Swimmer, Beginner or Swimmer.
SWIMMER CLASSIFICATION
• Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, and begin swimming.
• Swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: Sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen or crawl.
• Swim 25 yards using an easy, resting backstroke.
• The 100 yards must be completed in one swim without stops and must include at least one sharp turn.
• After completing the swim, rest by floating.
We will pre-test everyone before going to camp.
Camp Daniel Boone requires all Swim Tests be done at camp.
Are there any extra fees to worry about?
Yes - We do not have a final figure yet, but count on at least $100 for transportation and fuel costs.
Scouts should be given $40 CASH for meals on the way to and from camp. $8 a meal for 5 meals.
Some scouts take money to camp for the trading post.
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I have a question, who do I contact?
Send me an email at troop443b@gmail.com or call me 352 279-9887
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Can I check out the Program Guide?
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Is there a daily schedule I can print out?
My scout is a first time Summer Camper, what requirements will be covered?
If your scout has not been to Summer Camp yet or has very few requirements signed off up to Tenderfoot, they MUST sign up for the First Year Program.- Goin' Great - Junior AND the Goin' Great - Senior programs.
If they have already been to camp, but are not First Class yet, they CAN sign up for Goin' Great - Senior
Here is what they will cover -
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What are the fees for camp?
Scouts are $470 - This includes camp and food for the week at camp.
Leaders are $250 - This includes camp and food for the week at camp.
Scouts transportation and fuel - At least $100 per scout (not leaders) - unless fundraising goes great!
Only one link for BOTH Troops this year -
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What is the fee schedule? - This schedule supersedes any other fee schedules out there already posted.
Payment #1 $160.00 scout / $85.00 leader due by no later than Jan. 1, 2026
Payment #2 $160.00 scout / $85.00 leader due by no later than March 1, 2026
Payment #3 $150.00 scout / $80.00 leader due by no later than May 1, 2026
Payment #4 – To be determined – will include cost of transportation and fuel.
All paperwork is due by no later than May 1, 2026
NOTICE - THESE NUMBER MAY CHANGE IF FUNDRAISING GOES WELL AND EVERYONE PARTICIPATES
The Summer Camp contract - below - must be signed and turned in with the first payment.
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What other High Adventure programs are offered?
Scouts MUST be at age 13 by June 1, 2026, be at least First Class AND have Scoutmaster approval before signing up for these programs.
Boonesboro Village
All Other High Adventure Programs
There are different costs associated with the High Adventure Programs. If your scout wants to do High Adventure, let me know and I will let you know the costs and any other pertinent information.
They will not need to sign up on the merit badge selection page, I will record what program they want to do myself.