Owasippe Scout Reservation
“america’s premier scout camp”
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About this camp
Owasippe Scout Reservation, established in 1911 as Camp White, is the oldest continuously operating Boy Scout Camp in the United States. Located in Twin Lake, Michigan, the reservation spans 40 acres on Crystal Lake and offers various camps including Camp Blackhawk, Camp Wolverine, Reneker Family Camp, and Cub/Arrow of Light Camp. Programs include high adventure activities, a trail system, and reservation-wide programs like Flintlock Village, Owasippe County Fair, and STEM. The camp provides traditional outdoor experiences and merit badge opportunities.
What kids love
- Oldest continuously operating Boy Scout Camp in the United States
- Offers Camp Blackhawk, Camp Wolverine, Reneker Family Camp, and Cub/Arrow of Light Camp
- High Adventure Programs available
- Features Owasippe Trail System
- Provides opportunities for traditional outdoor programs and merit badges
Past sessions
An exciting new adventure located on the shores of beautiful Lake Wolverine, offering opportunities for shooting Archery and BB guns, fishing, rowing, canoeing, and swimming.
Learn more / RegisterAn exciting new adventure located on the shores of beautiful Lake Wolverine, offering opportunities for shooting Archery and BB guns, fishing, rowing, canoeing, and swimming.
Learn more / RegisterA special program for experienced scout campers with opportunities to participate in High Adventure, unique activities, badges, and awards not available during the rest of the summer camp season.
Learn more / RegisterEarn the Angler Award in this 3-day camp where you learn everything about fishing, construct and position fish habitats, and more.
Learn more / RegisterEnjoy three days and two nights living the Diamond “O” Ranch wrangler lifestyle and learn advanced riding skills beyond the Horsemanship Merit Badge.
Learn more / RegisterParticipants in this Multisport Merit Badge camp will train with an OSR staff member who competes in multiple races to learn what it takes to compete in a triathlon.
Learn more / RegisterSpend your time backpack camping and become fully immersed in OSR’s 4800 acres, exploring diverse ecosystems from sand dunes and prairies to lakes and pine forests.
Learn more / RegisterExperience the ultimate ecology adventure while earning conservation awards, visiting unique ecosystems, doing important conservation work, and learning Leave No Trace tips.
Learn more / RegisterSpend 3 days and 2 nights paddling the White River through the Manistee National Forest, camping along the banks, and stopping for adventures.
Learn more / RegisterScouts have the opportunity to work on exclusive merit badges, activities, and awards during this session, including Golf merit badge, World Conservation Award, Advanced River Trip, and ATV Overnighter.
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