Summer Camp 2023

july 8-15, 2023 | Gorham scout ranch - chimayo, nm

Summer Camp 2023 is in the books!  We had a great time, and a safe trip back.  Thanks to all the adult volunteers that participated.

Please email us if you have any questions.

Mr. and Mrs. Ellison

Troop 1299 Summer Camp Coordinators

	LOCATION Gorham Scout Ranch is located on 2,650 acres of high-desert beauty in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of New Mexico, surrounded by rolling hills of piñon, ponderosa, and juniper. It is approximately 45 minutes north of Santa Fe and 25 minutes east of Espanola. Elevation at camp is around 7,200 feet.
	ITINERARY Troop 1299 is booked for week 3 at Gorham Scout Ranch (07/09-07/15). We will depart Allen on Saturday morning, 07/08 and camp in Palo Duro Canyon State Park near Amarillo that night (after a tasty BBQ dinner at Rudy's!). We will arrive at Gorham Scout Ranch on Sunday for the start of Summer Camp. We will return to Allen on Saturday, 07/15.
	COSTS Costs indicated in the payment form include camp registration, transportation, and accommodations to/from Summer Camp. Additional program and merit badge fees will apply and will be collected once each scout chooses their classes/activities.
	MERIT BADGES Merit badges are the hallmark of Summer Camp. All scouts have been registered for their requested classes.  Please make plans to pay any additional fees along with the final payment no later than May 29th.
	PROGRAMS FOR OLDER SCOUTS Gorham offers Project COPE (Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience) as well as an ATV adventure for older scouts. Please download the 2023 Leaders Guide (see below) for more information.
	ADULT TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES Adult leaders will have the opportunity to complete training courses led by qualified camp staff, including Leader Specific Training (SM, ASM), IOLS, Climb on Safely, Safe Swim Defense/Safety Afloat, Wilderness First Aid, and CPR/First Aid (subject to instructor availability).
	LEADERS GUIDE Click here to download the 2023 Leaders Guide which includes a comprehensive description of all activities, packing list, fees, location, schedules, training, etc.
	BSA ANNUAL HEALTH AND MEDICAL RECORD It is not too early to make sure your annual health and medical record is complete and current.  This includes Part C (pre-participation physical) for ALL participants.  Click HERE for access to the most current forms.
	SWIMMING TEST Gorham Scout Ranch requires all swim tests to be completed in-person at camp during the check-in process.  If you plan to participate in any water-based activity, especially aquatic merit badges, it might be a good idea to determine your swimmer designation (swimmer, beginner, or non-swimmer) at a troop-sponsored swim test prior to departure.