Summer Camp 2026

Important information for Summer Camp 2026

When/Where

Cherokee Scout Reservation

Week 2: June 28 – July 4, 2026

Camp Fees & Registration

Please inform Heather Kern if you plan to attend camp with Troop 6065. She will register you in Black Pug and provide a code for credit card payments and merit badge registration. If using Scout Bucks or making cash/check payments to the troop, notify Heather so she can process your payment to Camp Cherokee.

Camp Fee Structure:

• Early Bird Rate: $450

  • Full payment must be received by Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 11:59 PM to qualify for a $50 discount.

  • Day campers and adult leaders are NOT eligible for the early bird rate.

  • New Scouts joining after March 27 automatically qualify for the early bird rate.

• Standard Camp Fee: $500

• Adult Leader Fee: $215

  • The troop receives 2 free leader spots, which will be distributed among attending leaders.

Payment Schedule:

• Payment 1: $165 due by Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 11:59 PM (to register for merit badges on April 1)

• Payment 2: $165 due by Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 11:59 PM

• Payment 3: $170 due by Thursday, May 28 2026, at 11:59 PM

• Late Fee: $20 for Scouts not paid in full by Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Merit Badge Enrollment

• Enrollment Opens: Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 8:00 PM

• Helpful Links:

  • Merit Badge Schedule Matrix: Click Here

  • Merit Badge Information: See pages 13-46

  • Map of Camp: View Map

Merit Badge & Activity Registration Options

Option 1: Parent Portal

Parents can sign up Scouts for classes using the Parent Portal.

• Plan schedules ahead of time before enrollment opens.

• First-year campers should consider taking classes with other Troop 6065 Scouts (buddy system).

• Consider class locations when planning schedules.

📺 Watch the "How to Use the Parent Portal" Video: Click Here

• Need help? Contact Heather Kern for assistance.

Option 2: Mrs. Kern Registers Your Scout

• Send your desired schedule to Heather Kern by 5:00 PM on April 6, 2025.

• Include Merit Badge/Activity by Session and an alternate choice.

• If unavailable, a comparable class will be assigned.

• Need help? Contact Heather Kern at (912) 659-4347.

Suggested Schedule for First-Year Troop 6065 Campers (Optional)

• Recommended Merit Badges:

  • First Aid (2 blocks)

  • Cooking (2 blocks)

  • Camping

  • Swimming (2 blocks)

• FROGS Program (3 periods)

  • Covers many rank requirements (though some can be completed at Troop activities before camp).

If you are interested in taking Swimming or would like to be grouped with other Troop 6065 Scouts, please let Heather Kern know in advance.

For any questions or assistance, contact: Heather Kern – (912) 659-4347