Camp Sheppard is located in the renowned Cascade Mountains, just minutes
from Mount Rainier National Park and Crystal Mountain ski area. Cliffs
tower overhead, pristine falls can be found nearby and giant elk freely
roam the meadows. Visitors may enjoy hiking, backpacking, mountaineering,
mountain biking, cross-country skiing, inner- tubing and much more. Sheppard
is a leader in Leave No Trace education.
Camp Sheppard Programs:
Mom & Me
Mothers and Cub Scouts have created many fun memories together at
Mom & Me
weekends. The program and activities include archery, BB guns, crafts,
and competitions between Moms and Sons. After a busy day, campfire
and snack time are enjoyed in the evening. For more information
see the 2009
Mom & Me Brochure.
To register online for any 2009 Mom & Me dates, click the appropriate
date link below:
Cub Scout Winter Camp
A winter wonderland is waiting for Webelos Scouts and leaders. Snow-tubing,
day hikes, scavenger hunts and snow shoe hikes, as well as, advancement
opportunities are all part of the fun. Limited space still available.
For more information or to sign-up see the 2009 Webelos
Winter Camp Brochure.
Boy Scout Winter Camp
Inner tubing, day hikes, scavenger hunts, cross-country skiing
and snow shoe hiking are some activities boys and leaders can enjoy
at
Boy Scout
Winter Camp. Advancement opportunities for Basketry, Leatherwork,
Woodcarving and First Aid are available too. For more information
or to sign-up
see the 2009
Winter Camp Brochure.
Adventure
Camp - Coming Soon
This program offers a variety of activities depending on age and interest.
Join us for a fun summer week of hiking, clearing trails, swimming, mountain
biking, tree planting, wall climbing, camping, advancement and much more.
Separate weeks are available for Venturers, Scouts and Webelos. 2010
Adventure Camp Registration Form or 2010
Adventure Camp Leader’s
Guide
Camp Sheppard High Adventure Base
Sheppard Base is the premier High Adventure Base in the nation
where trekkers have the choice between six exciting trek programs.
They include
backpacking,
mountain biking, mountaineering and adventure racing with instruction
in Leave No Trace ethics, team building, camping, cooking, climbing,
GPS navigation,
cross country travel and exploration. Don't miss out on these
outstanding and famous mountaintop experiences. For more information,
visit
the Camp Sheppard High Adventure Base page.
Venturing
Outdoor Leadership Training - VOLT - Coming Soon
Venturing Outdoor Leadership
Training (VOLT) is a unique program where young men and women enhance
their leadership skills in the Camp Sheppard Venture Program back country.
Backpacking, mountaineering and mountain biking will be included to help
Ventures and Scouts expand on their team building and ethical decision
making skills. VOLT uses elements of the Camp Sheppard High Adventure Base
as well as Explorer Search and Rescue skills to teach leadership, teamwork
and lessons of selfless service. VOLT will offer participants an unforgettable
back country experience where they live leadership and teamwork using the
core elements of scouting to make their skills intuitive. 2010
VOLT Registration Form or 2010 VOLT Student
Guide.
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