Camp Olmsted is the largest camp at the Goshen Scout Reservation that can accommodate up to 400 campers. Camp Olmsted is also the nexus for the STEM program, holding programs in the state-of-the art Booz Allen Hamilton Technology Center, where technology related Merit Badges are taught. But that’s not all! Olmsted still offers your fundamental summer camp badges such as Wilderness Survival, Swimming, and Rifle Shooting. Olmsted’s Merit Badge program offers a great deal of diversity with roughly 60 badges offered! The camp also gives older Scouts many opportunities to take part in camp-wide activities outside of earning Merit Badges.
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WHEN: July 12 - July 18, 2026
WHERE: Goshen Scout Reservation, Goshen, VA (approx. 185 miles/3 hours southwest of Sterling, VA - (map)
COST: $580 - Early-bird discount before April 15 ($610 after April 15).
$100 deposit due by February 15
Full payment due by April 15
Camp Olmsted now has an ALL INCLUSIVE fee structure!
No additional or hidden fees once registered for camp
All programs and supplies are included in the cost of camp
Includes specialty programs (e.g., ATV) and program kits
DEADLINES:
JAN 31: LAST DAY TO SIGN UP
FEB 15: INITIAL $100 DEPOSIT DUE
MERIT BADGE SCHEDULING: March 31 - WE CANNOT REQUEST MERIT BADGES FOR YOUR SCOUT WITHOUT A REGISTRATION & DEPOSIT!
APRIL 15: BALANCE OF FULL PAYMENT DUE
MEDICAL FORMS: DUE BY JULY 1:
Submit Scouting America Medical Forms (Parts A, B, and C) - DOWNLOAD HERE!
A photocopy of both sides of a medical insurance card is also required.
RESOURCE LINKS:
Maps: Goshen Scout Reservation | Camp Olmsted
Camp Downloads: Please note these are samples from 2025; 2026 versions will be posted as they become available.
Merit Badge/Program Schedule - NEW for 2026! (Updated 2/26/2026)
Questions? Please contact Sonny.Advincula@troop572.org