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Summer Camp 2024
July 21, 2024 @ 8:00 am - July 25, 2024 @ 7:00 pm
Operated by Daniel Webster Council, Camp Carpenter is a top-notch program center located on a 250-acre wooded property in Manchester, New Hampshire. Camp Carpenter is roughly a 40-minute drive from Lee, NH.
Summer camp activities include (depending on scout age) archery, art and crafts, BB gun shooting sports, field sports, nature, Scout skills and many other themed activities. When visiting Camp Carpenter you will want to be sure to check out Fort Friendship, Pirates Cove, and the Indian Village.
Camp Schedule
The camp schedule is split between program blocks and campsite time/activity time.
During Periods 1 through 5 we’ll be having fun and learning at the various Program Areas listed below.
During Siesta/Campsite Duties and Free Time we can visit the Program Areas or do some of the Camp Activities listed below.
The goal of the schedule is provide Cubs with structure but also with time to relax and recharge for the next activity.
Program Areas
During the numbered periods throughout the day we’ll be exploring camp throug these program areas:
Fort Friendship: The American frontier has captured many hearts. Now Cubs will witness the adventure firsthand as they learn what life was like in the old west. So prepare your best “Yee-Haw” and get ready to wrangle some livestock and chase down the bandits! We also invite units to schedule a sleepover at the Fort! We will do our best to accommodate all requests. However, due to the popularity of these programs, we encourage you to make reservations early by submitting your program choice form.
Native American Village: The Abenaki people and other Native Americans of our area are a vital part of the history of New Hampshire. Come to NAV to learn more about them and their traditions then and now.
Pirates Cove: Ahoy, Mateys! It is the pirate life for us here at Pirates Cove, where you can let loose your inner pirate. Search for treasure, explore the ship, climb the bell tower, and cross our rock walk. You’ll be testing your sea legs when you venture forth on the open waters, where it’s Pirates vs. Navy. It’s all hands on deck, so join us as we plunder the high seas of Long Pond! Be sure to bring your swim tags from the waterfront.
Waterfront: On those hot summer days, the waterfront is the place to cool off, relax, earn awards, and have fun. Swimmers of all levels will have the opportunity to improve their aquatic skills. Our lifeguards have a helpful bag of tricks and a thorough understanding of the Cub Scout age group. They also receive professional CPR and BSA Lifeguarding training to ensure this summer camp classic is fun and safe! Also, sign up early to experience our Aquatic Adventure Zone. Our 7-foot inflatable iceberg or our inflatable aquatic trampoline. Only classified swimmers will go out onto the inflatables; classified learners or beginners will have a free swim.
BB and Archery Ranges: At Shooting Sports, we pride ourselves on teaching respect, responsibility, and discipline. In addition to joining in the fun Shooting Sports activities, we try to teach the more exciting facts about these tools. Safety is stressed at our ranges to help protect everyone on the ranges.
Sports: Work together as a team during each activity, as Sportsmanship is the game’s name. The sports field is the only area in camp where you can run, and it is time to get some energy out and have some fun. Scouting is a game with a purpose; go, TEAM! You can also choose to do parachute games with the staff.
W.A.R.M.: The hottest area in camp! Four areas in one!
W – Water slide! That’s right, a giant water slide at Camp Carpenter. It’s fast! In this place, it’s a thrill.
A – Arcade! Play a game of Gaga ball at the Gaga pit and become the Gaga Master. Or, Human Foosball, this game is a ton of fun!
R – Rock Throwing! Come to our rock-throwing range and see how accurate you are. That’s right; you can throw rocks, but only on our rock-throwing range. Make as much noise as you can with your aim.
M – Mini Golf! We have our 14-hole mini-golf course. Shoot around for fun, or challenge your den to a game. It’s a blast!
Nature: Scouting is all about the outdoors, and that’s what nature is all about! Discover what is all around us from a different perspective. Scouts will enjoy the plants, trees, animals, and ponds with much more curiosity as they discover our ecosystem.
Handicraft: Let your creativity and imagination go wild. Enjoy making a craft when you attend. You can also sign up to return to Handicraft and enjoy woodworking, metalworking, paracord bracelet, or making musical instruments. Choose an option on the program choice form.
S.T.E.M. Center: Discoveries abound at the STEM center, where endless possibilities exist. With science experiments blowing up, bouncing out of control, or becoming slimy, there is plenty of fun to be found here for Mad Scientists of all ages! You can also return to this area on the program choice form to focus on robotics (coding), Electrifying fun, Carpenter 500 (RC trucks), and Space.
Activities
Along with the programs above, Cubs can seek out these activities during downtime and freetime:
Whittling Chip: (Bears, Webelos, and Arrow of Light scouts only): Staff will show your scouts how to use a pocket knife safely and effectively. We will provide other activities for Tigers and Wolves during this time.
Conservation Project: Packs will learn the importance of conservation, give back to the community, and assist with a project somewhere in the camp. Our Camp Manager will lead the project
Marble Madness: Play the classic game of marbles! The scouts love this exciting game that is challenging and fun.
Lifesize games: Come and play some traditional games, but now they are life-sized. Have fun with Jenga, Checkers, and Connect 4.
Flags: Get the skills to participate in a flag ceremony. Also, learn to take care of the flag and present it properly. You can even sign up to run a flag ceremony for the entire camp.
Campfire Skits, Songs, Stunts: Our staff loves to perform and have a great time. The laughter never stops at the council ring. Time at the council ring is excellent for practicing putting on a great campfire and getting up in front of the crowd. Let the audience have a great time and be part of the show!
L.L. Lee Scouting Museum: Camp Carpenter is home to one of the world’s finest displays of Scouting memorabilia! The museum was founded in 1969 and is owned and operated by the Daniel
Webster Council. During free time the pack or den will receive a guided tour of the museum. The museum has a small gift shop.
Pack Activities
- Self-Guided Nature Hike: Our self-guided nature hike has many points of interest along the Dan Beard Trail and helps identify trees and other cool natural things.
- Shore Fishing: Packs will have the chance to practice catch-and-release fishing by the shore of Long Pond. Packs should bring their fishing poles and tackle.
- Unit-Planned Activity: Your pack can hold your unique activity during this period. Examples could be a Cubmaster’s storytime, a group challenge, extra campsite clean-up/chores, or whatever else the pack wants or needs in and around the campsite!
- Den time: The pack can use this time for a structured Den meeting or relaxation. This time is perfect to work on additional awards or practice some superb scouting skills.
Trailblazers for Arrow of Light Scouts
Arrow of Light Scouts (those who will be 5th graders this Fall) can participate in this unique opportunity. We designed this program to give these scouts an extraordinary adventure during their final year at Camp Carpenter before moving to Scouts BSA. This program is a day-long program, and these scouts will not be with the pack during their scheduled day at Trailblazers. However, the activities will prepare them for Scouts BSA, and the program’s memories will carry them into Scouts BSA.
There are a lot of great activities they will participate in, including:
- Canoeing: Scouts will have the chance to learn paddle skills and apply them as they venture off to the far reaches of Long Pond to find the fabled Huck Finn Outpost.
- Huck Finn: An outpost at the very edge of Camp Carpenter, Huck Finn echoes the early days of Scouting, where scouts will learn skills such as shelter building, knots, and rope work.
- Challenge Course: A team-based problem-solving challenge that combines games and rope course elements to make a high-energy team-building event.
- Action Archery: Use bow and arrow skills to compete in a series of archery games, using unique targets such as cowbells and a tic-tac-toe board.
- Rappelling and Bouldering: Scouts will have the great opportunity to boulder on rocks and rappel down our rock cliffs.
- Cooking: This adventure will lead them to prepare and cook lunch on an open fire using the Patrol Method.
The Trailblazers program takes place for one entire day. You may choose this option on the Program Choice Form.
Note: the Arrow of Light Scouts in your pack will not participate in the programs on your pack schedule during the day they are at Trailblazers.
Paying for Camp
If you’re interested in sending your Cub Scout to summer camp, the NH Department of Education has a program called Rekindling Curiosity that gives every kid the opportunity to attend summer camp.
This program offers:
- $775 for students with qualifying disabilities, including learning disabilities and autism
- $625 for families with incomes under 250% the FPL
- $475 for families with incomes under 400% the FPL
That math works out like this:
Camp Carpenter is $600 for members of the Daniel Webster Council (that’s every member of our Pack) so this program can make camp completely free or reduce your cost to $125.
Please contact Rekindling@doe.nh.gov if you have any question about applying for the program.
Next Steps
If your Cub is interested in attending camp this year, please email cubmaster@pack459.com.
