Cherokee Scout Reservation is excited to offer Cherokee Summer Encampments as an opportunity to support your troop’s summer outdoor program and provide Scouts with an opportunity for advancement and fun outside.
 
Think if Cherokee Summer Encampments as a unit camping trip with access to summer camp programs, trained staff, and facilities for Saturday’s adventure.
 
COVID-19 Mitigation
The mindset outlined below is essential to our COVID-19 mitigation plan for the weekends.

• Priority 1: Reduce mixing of groups as much as possible
• Priority 2: Maximize space between groups as much as possible
• Priority 3: Reduce use of shared spaces/equipment as much as possible
• You can review the COVID-19 mitigation plan for the weekends on the Encampments FAQ page.
• The three priorities listed above directed the development of the weekend schedule and program delivery.
• We also attempted to provide access to merit badges/programs that units may not be able to do without camp support.

 
Registration
Cherokee Summer Encampments are available for four weekends for units:
1.July 10 – 12
2.July 17 – 19
3.July 24 – 26
4.July 31 – August 2
 
Cherokee Summer Encampments are available to Day Campers for four weekends:
1.     Saturday, July 11
2.     Saturday, July 18
3.     Saturday, July 25
4.     Saturday, August 1
 
Scouts may attend more than one encampment weekend.
 
Cost

• The weekend costs $90.
• There is a $25 program fee for ATV PowerSports.
• For your fee, Scouts can expect plenty of outdoor fun, a merit badge program, a limited-edition camp patch (2020 summer camp patch), time with your troop, an awesome campfire show, and a trained and energetic camp staff.
• The fee is the same for unit camping and day campers.

 
Merit Badges/Programs Available
Scouts may choose from the following merit badges/activities.

• Swimming
• Kayaking
• Citizenship in the Nation
• Citizenship in the World
• First Aid
• Emergency Preparedness
• Chemistry & Nuclear Science (a combination)
• Robotics
• Geocaching
• Automotive Maintenance
• Archery
• Rifle Shooting.
• ATV PowerSports

 
Registration & Merit Badge Enrollment Process
1.     Unit leaders will register the troop using the DoubleKnot links posted above.
2.     We are using DoubleKnot to collect payment and additional information such as campsite preferences and desire to participate in the OA call-out ceremony on Saturday night.
3.     Once unit leaders submit payment via DoubleKnot, Camp Director Bud Harrelson will receive an email.
4.     At this point, Bud will activate your unit in Summer Camp Systems - the online tool we use to manage merit badge enrollment.
5.     Once your troop is activated in Summer Camp Systems, you can enroll your Scouts in merit badges.
6.     Bud will alert you via email once you have been activated in Summer Camp Systems.
7.     This is not an automated process. There will be some delay between paying on DoubleKnot and having access to Summer Camp Systems.
8.     Units will be activated in Summer Camp Systems in the order in which they pay on DoubleKnot.
9.     Day Campers will indicate their merit badge preferences during registration on DoubleKnot.
10.  Bud will enroll day campers in merit badges.
11.  Merit badge enrollment confirmation will be sent to day campers via email.
 
Campsite Selection

• When the unit leader registers the troop on DoubleKnot, they will list the unit's top three choices for campsites.
• The camp leadership will do its best to honor the unit's wishes, but may not be able to.
• Campsite assignments will be made to increase the distance between units.
• All campsites feature electricity and running water. All campsites have a shelter (sizes vary). All campsites are close to a shower house.

 
OA Call-Out Ceremony

• The OA will conduct a call-out ceremony as part of the Saturday closing campfire.

 
Other Camping Opportunities for Summer 2020

• If your unit is interested in reserving Cherokee Scout Reservation beyond the timeframe of the weekend encampments, you are welcomed to do so.
• Several units have inquired about reserving the camp for a week or extended weekend between encampments.
• Everyone is welcomed to do so. Facilities usage fees will apply. Program staff will not be available.
• If you are interested in reserving CSR for weekday use, please contact Bud Harrelson (bud.harrelson@scouting.org) directly.
• Units are also encouraged to consider Hemric Scout Reservation, Hagan Sea Base, Woodfield West, and Woodfield Cub World for week-long, weekend, and extended weekend camping.
• Units can reserve space at Hemric, Hagan, and Woodfield by submitting a facilities use request form.

It is with great sadness and disappointment that we announce the cancellation of Summer Camp 2020, at Cherokee Scout Reservation, due to continued decreases in participation.
 
With the reduced participation and lack of payments, we do not have the cash in-hand to pay our bills; therefore, we cannot successfully operate camp.
 
Please share this information with your Scouts, leaders, and families.
 
Full refunds of all fees paid will the processed within the next thirty days. Unit leaders do not need to take any action regarding refunds.
 
We will refund the full amount paid via check. Refund checks will be mailed on Friday, July 3. For in-council units, refund checks will be mailed to the Scoutmaster. For out-of-council units, refund checks will be mailed to the address on file.
 
Memorabilia pre-orders: Memorabilia has been ordered. Some has arrived at camp. We will send memorabilia orders to the unit leader for distribution to the unit.
 
Direct questions regarding refunds to Kristina Edmondson at 336-378-9166 or Kristina.edmondson@scouting.org.
 
We will announce the campsite reservation process for 2021 by July 3.
 
We look forward to you and your Scouts joining us at Cherokee for Summer Camp 2021.
 
Future Program Opportunities at CSR
We are excited to provide units, Scouts, and families two new camping opportunities at Cherokee – Summer Encampments and Winter Camp.
 
Cherokee Summer Encampments

• Cherokee Summer Encampments allow units and Scouts to enjoy Cherokee Scout Reservation’s facilities and program during a weekend setting.
• Units may camp for the weekend.
• Scouts may come as day campers.
• The fee is $100.
• Scouts may participate in one activity/merit badge on Saturday.
• Merit badge/activity offerings may include, but not limited to:
  • Swimming
  • Kayaking
  • Shotgun Shooting
  • Rifle Shooting
  • Archery
  • First Aid
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Environmental Science
  • Welding
  • Automotive Maintenance
  • Woodworking
  • Citizenship in the Nation
  • Citizenship in the World
  • ATV PowerSports ($25 program fee)
• There are 4 Cherokee Summer Encampment Weekends:
  • Weekend 1: July 10-12
  • Weekend 2: July 17-19
  • Weekend 3: July 24-26
  • Weekend 4: July 31 – August 2
• Units/Scouts may attend more than one encampment.
• Scouts will need a medical form, Parts A and B.
• Registration links coming soon.

 
 
Winter Camp 2020

• We will offer a winter camp the week between Christmas and New Years in 2020.
• Scouts will arrive on the afternoon of Sunday, December 27.
• Scouts will depart at the end of program on Wednesday, December 30.
• Scouts will have the opportunity to participate in at least three merit badges/activities.
• Merit badge and activity offerings include, but are not limited to:
  • ATV PowerSports ($25 program fee)
  • Muzzle Loading Shooting
  • Wilderness Survival – with a winter season spin
  • Search and Rescue
  • Scouts BSA Pistol Shooting
  • Electronics
  • Drafting
  • Engineering
• The fee will include meals starting with supper on Sunday, December 27 through lunch on Wednesday, December 30.
• Scouts may come with their unit.
• Scouts may come as Provisional campers.
• Scouts will need a current medical form, Parts A, B, and C.
• The fee is $165.
• If payments are paid in full by Friday, November 13, Scouts will receive a $15 discount.
• Registration and promotional materials coming soon.

 
Links to previous Summer Camp Updates

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Due to low registrations, Webelos Summer Camp, at Cherokee Scout Reservation, is cancelled for Summer 2020. (Scouts BSA Summer Camp will continue to operate)
 
Please share this information with your families, leaders, and Scouts.
 
Refund Process
 
Paid online using a credit card: We will refund the amount paid, minus convenience fees, to the credit card on file. Refunds will be processed by Friday, June 12.
 
Paid using a check, cash, or multiple methods: We will refund the full amount paid via check. Refund checks will be mailed on Friday, June 19.
 
Memorabilia pre-orders: We will cancel the order in Square and refund money to the credit card on file. Refunds will be processed by Friday, June 12.
 
Direct questions regarding refunds to Kristina Edmondson at 336-378-9166 or Kristina.edmondson@scouting.org.
 
We look forward to you and your Scouts joining us at Cherokee for Summer Camp 2021.
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2020 Summer Cub Family Campout – July 17-19, 2020
 
Cub families looking for a Scouting adventure this summer, are invited to attend the 2020 Summer Cub Family Campout July 17-19 at Woodfield Scout Preservation, Asheboro, NC.
 
Throughout the day, Scouts and parents/guardians will participate in archery, bb shooting, STEM activities, crafts, and games. There will be a campfire on Saturday night.
 
The cost is $80 per family (Two parents and two Scouts/siblings) and includes meals starting with Saturday breakfast through Sunday breakfast.
 
Printable flyer
 
Event registration page
 
If we can support you further in your pack and den’s outdoor adventures, please do not hesitate to contact us.
 
Best,
 
Bud