With everything in store for the “big kid” campers, there should be no reason why you shouldn’t have even more fun than the Scouts!

Leader Meetings

Get Involved

Help us help you

We understand that your own unit’s interests are the number one priority, but we welcome your assistance to make Tesomas even better. We ask that you help contribute to the camp with any special skills that you have. Help is always appreciated within program areas, guarding on the Waterfront, and service projects.

Geezer Merit Badge

Have you always wanted to earn your own merit badge? Pick up a list of the requirements in the Program Center to get started. This program takes place throughout the week and will be be an explosion of fun.

Challenge the Staff

Throughout the week, Units (including adults and Scouts) are welcome to challenge the staff or other Units to some kind of competition. Anything from volleyball, chilly-willys, cook-offs, ultimate frisbee, etc. are fair game.

Training Opportunities

We offer a variety of training to support you and your Troop in your year-round activities. Please use the online system to register for these courses, see page 17 for specific instructions.

Climb On Safely

Monday, 7:45-9:00 PM, Hanna Venture Base: Adult leader training which outlines the procedure for organizing BSA climbing/rappelling activities at a natural site or a specifically designed facility such as a climbing wall or tower.

CPR, AED & First Aid Certification

Monday - Wednesday, 2:00 - 3:30 PM, Hanna Venture Base: Designed to give you the confidence to respond in an emergency situation with skills that can save a life. You must pass a test at the third session to receive your certification. The course costs $30.

Hanna Climbing Wall Instructor Certification

Thursday, 7:45-9:00 PM, Hanna Venture Base: Allows a unit to use the Hanna Venture Base indoor climbing wall. Leaders are required to attend Climb on Safely on Monday Certification is good for one year.

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Eagle Quest: Designed to sharpen camping and other outdoor skills so that leaders can deliver the outdoor portion of the scouting program. Is required for new scoutmasters and assistants to be considered “Trained”. The course prepares leaders to teach the outdoor skills that scouts need for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class. This course is also highly recommended for troop committee members, Webelos leaders, and leaders of venturing and varsity units.

Safe Swim & Safety Afloat

Thursday, 2:00 - 3:30 PM, Tesomas Waterfront: Learn what it takes to safely operate aquatic programs within your troop.

Trek Safely

Tuesday, 5:00 - 5:45 PM, Program Center: Designed to help youth and adult leaders plan and carry out a safe trekking experience for the members of their unit. Trek Safely applies to all types of outdoor experiences that involve trekking, including hiking, backpacking, canoeing, horseback riding, caving, rafting, kayaking, sailing, ski touring, mountain climbing, and mountain biking.

Youth Protection

Friday, 2:00 - 3:30 PM, Program Center: The BSA places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for our youth members. All Cub Scout and Boy Scout adult volunteers should take this course. It covers the BSA’s Youth Protection policies, kinds of abuse, signs of abuse, how to respond to disclosure of abuse, and proper reporting procedures.