Sending your Scouts to summer camp is an excellent investment in their future. They can learn new skills, make new friends, and have fun. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity for your child. Summer Camp experiences are created with your Scout's ability and interests at the core of the program:
Ranger Camp
A Resident Camp for Scouts BSA Troops – First-Year Scout Program
June 7-13, 2026 @ McGimsey Scout Park
June 14-20, 2026 @ Bear Creek Scout Park
Since 1957, the Alamo Area Council has been running Texas’s most comprehensive First-Year Camping program for Scouts on their way toward First Class. Our Ranger Camp has had a redesign and has become our main focus for summer. Ensure your brand new scouts attend this camp to learn everything they need to get a head start on reaching the rank of First Class in a small group instructional design to ensure they learn everything well. REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!
Bear Creek Scout Camp
Troops, Crews, and Ships
(resident camp)
Dates: June 14-20, 2026*
May add more weeks as needed.
Ready to level up your outdoor skills?
Join us at our all-new High Adventure Camp—a thrilling introduction to the exciting high adventure opportunities available to Scouts BSA members. Designed for youth 13 and older who have completed the 8th grade, this five-day challenge-by-choice experience includes climbing, COPE, aquatics, zip lining, and more! Adult leaders are welcome to join in the fun, too.
Not quite ready for high adventure?
No problem! Scouts who are younger or prefer a traditional camp experience can still participate in an incredible range of merit badge opportunities, including:
Aquatics & Outdoor Skills
Swimming, Canoeing, Kayaking, Lifesaving, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Orienteering, Personal Fitness, Cooking, Emergency Preparedness, Wilderness Survival, First Aid
Nature & STEM
Environmental Science, Nature, Bird Study, Fish & Wildlife Management, Space Exploration, Astronomy, Archeology
Citizenship & Communication
Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Citizenship in Society, Communications, Disability Awareness
Arts & Crafts
Art, Pottery, Photography, Leatherworking, Wood Carving
Trade Skills & Shooting Sports
Metalworking (Blacksmithing), Shotgun Shooting, Rifle Shooting, Archery
There’s something for every Scout at this exciting summer program—whether they're brand new or ready for their next big adventure.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!
Akela Adventure Camp
A Resident Camp for Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts
Session I: June 7-10, 2026
Session II: June 10-13, 2026
Each summer, Bears who’ve just entered Webelos and Scouts who moved up into Arrow of Light Den are invited to a camp designed especially for them! This camp is different than Day Camp, you work in a rotation with your Patrol and all classes are taught by our amazing summer camp staff. This serves as a shorter version of a Scouts BSA Summer Camp to introduce our Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts to what they can experience at a Scouts BSA Summer Camp – the camaraderie and friendships that are built at a resident camp designed just for them. REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!
Cub Scout Day Camp
Tiger - WEBELOS
- New Braunfels: June 1-4, 2026 – Pickrell Park, Schertz
- McGimsey Scout Park: June 15-19, 2026
- McGimsey Scout Park: June 22-26, 2026
- Boerne: June 23-25, 2026
These camps are designed to engage scouts while allowing them opportunities to complete some of their elective rank requirements. Day camp consists of activities such as swimming, range and target activities, crafts, games, and exploring the outdoors each day.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
All Ages Day Camps
Open to Scouts and Non-Scouter’s Alike:
- New Braunfels: June 1-4, 2026 – Pickrell Park, Schertz
- McGimsey Scout Park: June 15-19, 2026
- McGimsey Scout Park: June 22-26, 2026
- Boerne: June 23-25, 2026
Back by Popular Demand!
After an incredible first year, we’re thrilled to bring back our unique day camp experience for youth ages 7–17 at McGimsey Scout Park!
Campers return home each night but spend their days diving into hands-on adventures, creative projects, and skill-building experiences designed to ignite their passions. Each week features exciting new themes and specialized tracks that may include: Dungeons and Dragons, 3D Printing, Coding and Programming, Animation, Handicrafts, Pioneering and Tools, Range and Target Activities, Card Games, Game Design, Graphic Arts.
Camperships
The Boy Scouts of America, Alamo Area Council (AAC) offers scout youth financial support of up to 50% of the early bird registration fee at Council owned properties and controlled summer camp events like Bear Creek Summer camp, WEBELOS Akela Adventure Camp, Cub Scout Day Camp, and even some of our Fall events.
FUNdraisers for Scouts: Many Scouts earn their way through fundraising. Each year, the Alamo Area Council offers youth two opportunities to build skills and confidence while preparing for their next adventure: The Adventure Card Fundraiser kicks off in the spring, and the Popcorn Fundraiser starts in August.
