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Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm
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Camp Support
Carly Farr
Email Carly
(602) 955-7747 Ext. 239
How to Register
Please submit your interest through our Summer Camp registrar, Carly Farr, at carly.farr@scouting.org. She will get back to you during office hours to answer any questions your may have as well as ensure you are properly registered and ready to enjoy a week of fun at camp!
Outdoor Experiences
Adventure Day Camp
This drop-off day camp is designed for kids (Scouts and not non-Scouts alike) to come and enjoy a themed week of activities and fun Monday through Friday during the summer months. Sign up for a week of activities happening at the Heard Scout Camp where our trained staff will provide fun, safe, and engaging programs for kids ages 6 – 10.
Drone Camp at Camp Geronimo
A STEM program focused on the emerging technology of drones. Youth will learn science and technology concepts as they build their own drone which they will be able to pilot through a series of obstacles and competitions.
Fish Camp at R-C Scout Ranch
This program is conducted in partnership with the Arizona Council of Trout Unlimited. The camp visits a variety of lakes, streams, and creeks throughout central Arizona as youth learn about types of fishing including: fly fishing, night-time fishing, fishing from canoes, and more! This course will also include workshops on fish anatomy, biology, and pathology, first aid, how to cook fresh fish, soil and water conservation, and more.
Camp Geronimo - Traditional Summer Camp
Camp Geronimo is an overnight experience where campers will be able to build their own schedule based on their interests! Programs offered will include swimming, canoeing, kayaking, art, chess, space exploration, pottery, basketry, first aid, environmental science, nature, geology, mammal study, forestry, archery, rifle, cooking, geocaching, and castaway adventure! The fun does not stop there though – every second of the day is filled with exciting experiences from campfire shows to camp wide games!
Spade Ranch High Adventure at Camp Geronimo –
Our high adventure program allows youth to engage in an introductory level of a variety of exciting programs, such as caving, canyoneering, mountain biking outdoor rock climbing, stand up paddle boards, and horseback riding.
Where the Experiences take Place
Camp Geronimo
Our summer camp in the pine forest north of Payson under the Mogollon Rim which has been in operation for 65 years. The Arizona mountains are well regarded for their bountiful lakes, and streams, for freshwater and fly fishing. Camp Geronimo is in the center of it all, which makes our time-tested programs such a great opportunity for youth looking for a new advanced summer camping adventure!
The R-C Scout Ranch
R-C Scout Ranch is a gorgeous 78-acre youth camp property resting prominently at the base of Christopher Mountain.
Fun fact: it is pronounced R-Bar-C
The Heard Scout Pueblo
This program is conducted in partnership with the Arizona Council of Trout Unlimited. The camp visits a variety of lakes, streams, and creeks throughout central Arizona as youth learn about types of fishing including: fly fishing, night-time fishing, fishing from canoes, and more! This course will also include workshops on fish anatomy, biology, and pathology, first aid, how to cook fresh fish, soil and water conservation, and more.
Maps & Directions
Adventure Day Camp
Heard Scout Pueblo
1901 E Dobbins St.
Phoenix, AZ 85042
Drone Camp
Camp Geronimo
2599 W. Webber Creek Rd.
Payson, AZ 85541
Fish Camp
R-C Scout Ranch
19887 E AZ Hwy 260
Payson, AZ 85541
Spade Ranch High Adventure
Camp Geronimo
2599 W. Webber Creek Rd.
Payson, AZ 85541
Adventure Day Camp
at the
Heard Scout Pueblo
Camp Geronimo
Home to Drone School
and Spade Ranch
Fish Camp
at
R-C Scout Ranch
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