Camp Yawgoog will welcome a record 5,000+ Scouts from across US for 109th season

Camp Yawgoog has opened its gates for its 109th season, ready to welcome Scouts from across the country. With a record number of Troops registered to attend camp this year, an estimated 5,000 Scouts, alongside several hundred dedicated adult volunteers, will embark on a week-long journey of exploration and fun during Camp Yawgoog’s eight-week season spanning June to August. Troops from as far away as Texas, Florida and Virginia have reserved spots at Camp this summer.

Since its start in 1916, hundreds of thousands of Scouts have passed through the gates at Yawgoog, as the nation’s second oldest Scout camp in continuous operation. Spanning almost 2,000 acres, Camp Yawgoog is home to three distinct Camps: Camp Three Point, Camp Medicine Bow, and Camp Sandy Beach. Each camp is steeped in its own unique heritage, complete with a signature color, songs, and cheers, yet all unite to offer Scouts a shared experience of growth and camaraderie.

“Camp Yawgoog isn’t just a place; it’s a community of discovery bringing together the beauty of nature with the bonds of friendship and the pursuit of life skills,” said Tim McCandless, CEO of Scouting America, Narragansett Council. “From the Northeast and beyond, with some units traveling from as distant as Texas, and Florida, our Council and camp staff are thrilled to celebrate another season of legacy, learning, and laughter at Camp Yawgoog.”

This season, Scouts can participate in traditional activities such as hiking, swimming, fishing, and boating on Yawgoog Pond. They’ll gather around campfires, engage in friendly troop competitions, and have the chance to earn from a selection of 46 merit badges. Scouts will learn valuable skills by earning badges in camping, first aid, swimming, environmental science, and farm mechanics.

New to this year’s lineup, Camp Yawgoog will offer horsemanship at Stepping Stone Ranch, and ice skating at Boss Arena at the University of Rhode Island.

Camp Yawgoog Director Jonathan DiLuglio is enthusiastic about the coming season: “Our rangers and staff have worked hard to prepare the camp for another memorable summer. Witnessing the joy and excitement on the Scouts’ faces is what makes all our efforts worthwhile.”

Camp Yawgoog has welcomed female Scout troops for five years, providing them with dedicated campsites and facilities while integrating them into the full spectrum of camp programs. Last season, Camp Yawgoog hosted nearly 400 girls from over 30 troops and anticipates the continued growth of female participation in the Yawgoog adventure.

About the Narragansett Council: The mission of Scouting America, Narragansett Council is to serve others by helping to instill values in young people and, in other ways, prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full potential. The Narragansett Council’s research-backed, youth development programs are for boys and girls ages 6 to 20 through Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing, Sea Scouts and Exploring. The council serves over 5,000 youth annually in Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts, and Pawcatuck, Connecticut. People can learn about Scouting programs and find groups near them at www.BeAScout.org. On May 7, 2024, it was announced that the Boy Scouts of America are rebranding as Scouting America. For more information on the Narragansett Council, please visit www.ncbsa.org or visit us at Facebook.com/NCBSA.