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About Camp Olmsted
Program-oriented and dedicated to fun and advancement.
Camp Olmsted is our largest camp. It holds our only Boy Scout Dining Hall and can camp up to 500 campers. Camp Olmsted is also our nexus for the STEM program, holding programs in the state-of-the art Booz Allen Hamilton Technology Center. We also offer a traditional merit badge program and a popular older boy program, X-Pride.
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Learn more below!
Olmsted’s Program
Olmsted is the only camp on the lake that offers a climate controlled Tech Center where technology related Merit Badges are taught. But that’s not all! Olmsted still offers your fundamental summer camp badges such as Wilderness Survival, Swimming, and Rifle Shooting. Olmsted’s Merit Badge program offers a great deal of diversity with roughly 60 badges offered! The camp also gives Scouts many opportunities to take part in camp-wide activities outside of earning Merit Badges.
Trailshead
New Scouts also have the opportunity to participate in the Trailshead First-Year Camper Program. The First-Year Camper Program is primarily designed for the Scout who has recently registered and has not completed many of the Tenderfoot and Second Class advancement requirements. Trailshead is an all day every day program that will work on early rank advancement and instructional swim. See Trailshead schedule in the downloads section for merit badge offerings.
Merit Badge Program 2017
Aquatics
Canoeing
Kayaking
Lifesaving
Rowing
Small Boat Sailing
Swimming
Culture Craft
American Cultures
American Heritage
Archaeology
Architecture
Art
Chess
Citizenship in the World
Indian Lore
Moviemaking
Photography
Sculpture
Theater
Ecology
Bird Study
Environmental Science
Fish & Wildlife Management
Forestry
Geology
Insect Study
Mammal Study
Mining in Society
Nature
Nuclear Science
Oceanography
Plant Science
Reptile & Amphibian Study
Soil & Water Conservation
Weather
Handicraft
Basketry
Fingerprinting
Leatherwork
Personal Fitness
Pulp & Paper
Textile
Wood Carving
Scoutcraft
Backpacking
Camping
Emergency Preparedness
First Aid
Fishing
Fly Fishing
Hiking
Orienteering
Pioneering
Wilderness Survival
Shooting Sports
Archery
Rifle Shooting
Shotgun Shooting
Tech Center
Astronomy
Aviation
Communication
Digital Technology
Electricity
Electronics
Energy
Engineering
Game Design
Journalism
Programming
Radio
Robotics
Space Exploration
Other
Climbing
ATV Program
Come ride ATVs (All Terrain Vehicles) this summer at Goshen Scout Reservation!
The program runs from 2:00pm – 6:00pm Monday through Thursday. Dinner is provided. Scouts complete a safety course before embarking on a week of excellent fun and adventure, involving circuit courses, mud pits, and trail riding.
Riders must be at least 16 years old on the first day of the program. It is recommended that they be strong enough to handle a 300-600 pound machine.
This program has additional fees. Please see Camp Costs on our Register page.
Required equipment:
- Long sleeve shirts
- Pants that cover the shins
- Boots that cover the ankles
- Water bottle
- Bandana
Older Scout Activities
In addition to the Older Scout Program offered by this camp, older Scouts also have the opportunity to participate in three programs offered by Camp Post.
Climbing Program
During the day, we offer four sections of Climbing Merit Badge – 9:00am, 10:30am, 2:00pm, and 3:30pm. All sections are 1 hour and 20 minutes. Climbing Merit Badge is recommended for those ages 13 and above.
On select evenings, the tower is opened up for Open Climb. All ages are welcome, as long as you fit in a harness!
Recommended equipment:
- Sneakers
- Water bottle
Project COPE
COPE is an acronym for Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience.
COPE is an acronym for Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience. The program is a series of initiative games, trust events, low elements, and high elements that challenge on an individual and group level. The concept of “challenge by choice” encourages each person to participate fully while maintaining the right to opt-out of an individual part of the program.
The program is designed for older Scouts (ages 14 and up) and Venturers. COPE is offered Monday through Friday at two times – from 9:00am to 11:50am and from 2:00pm to 4:50pm.
Recommended equipment:
- Sneakers
- Water bottle
Special Program: STEM Challenges Week
Come join us this summer for a STEM experience you’ll never forget! The program is for individual Scouting youth, boys and girls, ages 10 and up. Happening during Week 3 (July 2nd-8th, 2017) and Week 6 (July 23rd-29th, 2017), the program consists of many exciting STEM activities. Learn to weld, explore material design with a 3D printer, examine physics on the COPE course, and build your own quadcopter with an expanse of wilderness to fly over and discover.
Meet Your 2017 Camp Director
Lauren Brown
This will be Lauren’s 10th summer at Olmsted, and she has previously served as an Ecology Instructor, Ecology Director, Trailshead Director, and Program Director. She is known for always having a song on hand to sing, and her endless enthusiasm throughout the summer. She is incredibly excited for the summer to get started, and see everyones smiling faces when they arrive at Beautiful Camp Olmsted!
Contact Us
Email: Camp.Olmsted@gmail.com
Phone (summer only): (540) 784-6241
Find us on Social Media
Sending Mail
To send mail to a camper, please use the following format:
Recipient’s name, Troop/Crew #
Camp Olmsted
Goshen Scout Reservation
340 Millard Burke Memorial Hwy
Goshen, VA 24439
2018 Summer Schedule
| Week 1 | 6/24-6/30 Open |
| Week 2 | 7/1-7/7 Open |
| Week 3 | 7/8-7/14 Open |
| Week 4 | 7/15-7/21 Open |
| Week 5 | 7/22-7/28 Open |
| Week 6 | 7/29-8/4 Open |
Availability indicates if new units are able to register for a specific week of camp. If your unit has already reserved a week at camp then your Goshen coordinator will be able to add campers as space allows.
Registration Information
| Price Per Camper | If paid by… | |
|---|---|---|
| Early Discount Price ($40 off) | Youth: $360 Adult: $225* |
April 13 |
| Regular Price | Youth: $400 Adult: $265* |
May 18 |
| Late Registration Price ($40 more) | Youth: $440 Adult: $305* |
After May 18 |
*All units will receive two free adult leaders per unit!
Early Bird Special! All who pay in full by the Early Bird Deadline will be eligible for the new Goshen hat!
For more information about registration, including quick facts, add-on program fees, the Goshen refund policy, and camperships, please visit our Registration Page.
Forms & Downloads
Camp Olmsted Specific Files
Camp Olmsted Map [PDF]
2017 Olmsted Leaders Guide [PDF]
2017 Olmsted Program Schedule [PDF]
2017 Olmsted Activity Schedule [PDF]
2017 Olmsted Prerequisites [PDF]
2017 Olmsted Supplemental Schedule [PDF]
2017 Olmsted Trailshead Program [PDF]
STEM Challenges Week Specific Downloads
General Goshen Downloads
2017 Goshen Leader Guide [PDF]
Goshen Scout Reservation Map [PDF]
BSA Medical Form [PDF]
NCAC RM Camp Health Advisory [PDF]
Directions to Bus Loading, Fairfax [PDF]
Graces for use by Scouts at meals [PDF]
Boy Scout Camp General Downloads
Boy Scout Equipment List [PDF]
COPE & Climbing Lesson Plan [PDF]
Menu
2017 Dining Hall Menu [PDF]
Transportation
Units may take advantage of the Goshen bus system chartered by our local council.
Units can also drive.