I am so appreciative of all the work and enthusiasm our camp staff and volunteers are giving our camp this year. Things are really looking up for our camp, and I’m excited to see what great things happen next year. To celebrate the end of our 2023-2024 season, we’re holding a Camp Staff celebration on […]
Author: Brady Geary
Priority Projects for August
Before we dive into the priority projects for August, let’s have a big virtual round of applause for our properties volunteers, who have been tirelessly working on keeping the camp looking great all summer long! I don’t think it’s looked this good in over five years – keep up the great work! Priority Projects for […]
Welcome Rob Wilkinson!
I’m happy to say that Rob Wilkinson has accepted a volunteer position on our Council Operations Committee as the chair of Logistics, Health, and Safety at camp. Among his responsibilities will be finding area champions for the various camp activity areas (such as the ranges, swimming pool, etc.), working on camp standard operating procedures, and […]
Open Campmaster Shifts
Summer hasn’t been as busy for the campmasters as we were expecting, but there are some open shifts where we need support at camp: As a reminder, the campmaster corps is meeting on the 18th at camp for a training and check-in. We start at 10am.
August Safety Moment: Heat Exhaustion
I last weekend participated in the 45th annual Twin Cities Midnight-to-Dawn Bike Ride. I’ve been a part of the ride for five years, and through Covid and extreme cold, I’ve gotten to the end every time. But last weekend, I had to leave 2/3 of the way through the race due to heat exhaustion. It’s […]
Office Closed – Fourth of July
In recognition of Independence Day, the Gamehaven Council Service Center and Scout Shop will be closed all day Thursday, July 4th. We will resume summer hours Friday.
Tee it Up for the Troops
Willow Creek Golf Course- August 15th Looking for 18 scouts and some adult leaders to volunteer at this event. This year we have arranged an opportunity to earn service hours for Citizenship in the Community merit badge. This organization can be researched as part of the requirements for the merit badge. Please bring a cooler and some […]
Celebrate your Eagle Scout!
From now until June 29th we will be discounting Eagle Scout plates and napkins at 40% off on select styles, which include dinner & luncheon plates, and dinner & luncheon napkins. Also, program covers (item#619694) are 40% off. If you have a Eagle celebration in the future, now would be a great time to pick […]
Green Dot Sale
We’re clearing out our Scout Shop to be ready for new items! Check out our sales table which includes old uniforms, pinewood derby medals, crafts, books, and other items. All discounted items will have a green dot on them, and discounts taken at the register. The Summer Scout Shop hours are 9am – 5pm Monday […]
Open Camping
Did you know that part of your annual fees help cover camp rentals for your unit? That’s right – units get special pricing on all camp rentals at Gamehaven Scout Camp, with rates that beat out the prices for other nonprofits to use camp, or even units from other councils! Check out some of the […]