Just when you thought it would never get cold again……..WINTER STRIKES BACK! Save the date for January 15th – 18th, 2027 at Camp Shenandoah!
Last January, Camp Shenandoah held its inaugural Winter Camp w Winter Camp Spirit and over 150 scouts and scouters. We want you to be part of the sequel! WINTER CAMP II – the Winter Strikes Back.
Winter Camp will feature our Merit Badge program, the Frontiersmen program for older scouts, and all the fun activities that are part of Winter Camp!
We’re also looking for Staff and Volunteers!
If you’re interested in helping teach a Merit Badge, lead an activity, or support the event behind the scenes—as part of our cook crew, trading post team, or general support staff—we’d love to have you on board. You can reach out to Robert Clemmer, robert.clemmer@scouting.org, or Kent Baisley baisleykp@gmail.com.
Registration opens this fall!
Key Dates to Know
- August 1, 2026 – Deposit opens for Virginia Headwaters Council units
- September 1, 2026 – Deposit opens for Out-of-Council units
- October 1, 2026 – Merit Badge Guide released
- October 1, 2026 – Registration opens; Merit Badge selection opens (once paid in full)
- December 23, 2026 – Late Fee applies
Rates
Youth: $110 | Adults: $60
After December 23, 2026
Youth: $135 | Adults: $75
Another summer at Camp Shenandoah has officially wrapped up, and it was our strongest since before the pandemic. More than 1,300 Scouts, leaders, volunteers, and family members came through our gates this year—filling camp with the energy that makes Shenandoah feel like home, and sending everyone back with a week’s worth of memories. This summer we had troops from all over Virginia, West Virginia, Delaware, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Florida.
DINO CAMP was TREX-CELLENT, the new Minor League Program gave older youth a first taste of what it takes to be future staff, and the Wednesday evening GLO-A Party sponsored by Shenandoah Lodge 258 became the breakout highlight of the summer!
Thank You
Camp Shenandoah means so much to so many people and it is through the efforts of so many that Camp Shenandoah continues to be a home for Scouts. Thanks again to all the leaders who took their time and money to support their units, thank you to the parents who support their scouts and letting them come to camp, and thank you to all the scouts! Camp Shenandoah wouldn’t be a Scout Camp without all the scouts.
Looking Ahead
We’re already looking forward to 2027, and to finding new ways to improve camp while keeping the traditions that make it home. If you would like to be a part of the team for next year, apply for staff or learn more about camp staff! https://www.campshenandoah.
We are offering ScoutsBSA units the chance to LOCK IN for 2027 with our LOCK IN price. If a unit puts a $100 deposit down for 2027 before September 15, they are guaranteed the LOCK IN price. For more information and to submit a deposit for 2027, please click: https://scoutingevent.com/763-
Thank you for being part of the Camp Shenandoah family. We’ll see you at camp.
Welcome Home. Campers First.
If you’ve visited Camp Shenandoah this summer, you’ve probably noticed a new addition to the dining hall! Our new plateware features the iconic Camp Shenandoah seal, bringing back memories of camp long after the season ends. The dinner plate is perfect for everyday meals and a great way to show off your Camp Shenandoah pride, while the serving bowl is ideal for salad, popcorn, mashed potatoes, and more. If you’d like a set of your own, these new plates and serving bowls are available for purchase at the Camp Shenandoah Trading Post and online.
A Summer of Growth
Thank You
Looking Ahead
Webelos Resident Camp
June 16–19, 2027
Week 1
June 20–26, 2027
Week 2
June 27–July 3, 2027
Week 3
July 4–10, 2027
Week 4
July 11–17, 2027
Big news for the Scouting community!
We are incredibly honored that Camp Shenandoah has been voted the 2026 winner of the Shenandoah Valley’s BEST!
For generations, Camp Shenandoah has been a place where Scouts build confidence, friendships, leadership skills, and lifelong memories in the outdoors. This recognition belongs to our amazing volunteers, dedicated staff, supportive families, alumni, and every Scout who has called camp “home.”
Thank you to everyone who voted and continues to support the mission of Scouting in our council. The adventure continues and we can’t wait to welcome even more youth to experience the magic of camp in 2026!
A huge thank you to The Overhead Door Company of Charlottesville for generously donating and installing two new roll-up garage doors for the Maintenance Shed at Camp Shenandoah. This much-needed upgrade will greatly improve the safety, security, and efficiency of our camp, keeping our facilities functional and ready to serve everyone who depends on them. We truly appreciate your support and commitment to Scouting!
Kick off the new year by giving back to Camp Shenandoah! We’re starting January with a Camp Work Day on Saturday, January 3, and we’d love to see you there.
The major project for the day will be removing the old rifle range bridge—a big task made easy with plenty of helping hands. Whether you can swing a hammer, haul materials, or just lend some muscle, every volunteer makes a difference. As always, many hands make light work!
Save the Date: Work Days at Camp
Work Days will continue on the first Saturday of each month:
- January 3
- February 7
- March 7
- April 4
Come for one day or join us all season long. Help us keep Camp Shenandoah safe, welcoming, and ready for Scouts year-round!
Calling ALL Units! It is time to let your creativity shine and show your Scout Spirit! We need your help transforming a giant wall at Camp Shenandoah into a permanent backdrop that will be used for photo ops. Create a Medallion that highlights your love for Camp Shenandoah. Does your unit LOVE to fish, canoe, have campfires? Work together to make a large, bold, medallion shaped like your favorite activity!
- Medallions should be BOLD, CLEAR, and 3D. Irregular shapes are HIGHLY encouraged! Ideas include; canoe, campfire, tent, fish, bear, snakes, birds, feather, backpack, sleeping bag, arrow, arrowheads, etc. Take your time, work as a team, and BE CREATIVE!
- Medallions should be between 24 inches and 36 inches in size.
- Medallions MUST be made of and decorated with materials that will hold up outdoors, AND finished with a clear spray sealer. Examples include: wood, wood burning or carving, metal, heavy rope, up-cycled materials, exterior paints, epoxy, etc. NO plastics, paper, or cloth are permitted.
- Medallions MUST be flat on the BACK to be mounted onto a wall! NO hand lettering or writing, with the exception of unit numbers somewhere on the piece. Unit numbers should be no larger than 3 inches.
- Medallions must be delivered to Paul Hansohn.
For any additional questions contact Paul Hansohn.
At 4,463 feet, Elliott Knob is one of the highest mountains in Virginia. There are four opportunities in 2026 to complete the 16-mile hike to Elliott Knob from Camp Shenandoah. Everyone who completes the hike will put their name on the giant foot in the Dining Hall and be remembered FOREVER.
Dates:
- Saturday, February 14, 2026
- Saturday, March 14, 2026
- Saturday, April 18, 2026
- Saturday, May 16, 2026
If you’d like to attend, please RSVP at least 3 weeks before the hike to ensure there are enough leaders for all that are going. Email Paul Hansohn to make reservations and for any questions.
Winter Camp at Camp Shenandoah is filling up fast! If you are planning to attend and haven’t yet registered, now is the time. From January 16-19, 2026, Scouts will gather from Friday to Monday for adventure, merit badges, and times of good cheer that will keep the cold at bay. Registration is still open but don’t wait—prices increase after December 22, 2025!
Rates through December 22 2025: Youth: $100 | Adults: $50
Rates after December 22, 2025: Youth:$125 | Adults:$65
Contact Winter Camp Director Robert Clemmer or Winter Camp Program Director Tracey Stakem with any questions.
