Pack 991 Spring Campout -2026

Who: All Pack 991 Scouts and families are welcome, regardless of age. Siblings are encouraged to join.  We ask that you let us know who all is coming. 

What: Pack 991's Spring Campout (with field games, hiking, Scoutcrafts, camp cooking, campfire skits, and songs, and FUN!)   

When: Saturday, April 18th to Sunday, April 19th, 2026 (1 night) 

Activities start at 1PM on Saturday. Feel free to arrive before then to set up tents. We will not be providing lunch.

Where: Blue Ridge Regional Park, 19178 Blue Ridge Mtn. Rd., Bluemont, VA 20135

Why: Because it's Scouts and we love camping! Let's keep the OUT in SCOUTING!

Additional Details: 

Cost: There is no additional cost for this event. Site registration, food, drinks, and activities will be provided by Pack 991. 

Food: Pack 991 will provide dinner, dessert, and breakfast. Please let us know if there are any dietary restrictions and we will do our best to accommodate for kosher/halal and allergies. Bring a water bottle and coffee cup, as we try to minimize single use items and reinforce that Scouts Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle! Please bring your mess kit and flatware!! Pack 991 is working on reducing the amount of waste from Pack campouts.  

Campfire Program: Come ready to entertain with your best skits, jokes, stories, and songs (while making delicious s'mores and cobblers).  We also intend to conduct a flag retirement ceremony, which is a unique opportunity for Scouts to show respect for the American flag and how to properly dispose of one when it is worn and faded.  

Tents and Equipment: The Pack has several like-new and gently used tents, sleeping bags, and related camping equipment available for use. Please let us know if you need to borrow anything so we can make sure everyone is squared away (yes, they get cleaned after use), but please bring your own equipment if you have it. 

Rain and Weather: Scouts camp in the rain. The Pack has several canopy tents (i.e., Ez-Ups) and tarps, so "Be Prepared" and bring your rain ponchos. If there is a threat of severe weather, we will make a judgement call at that time, but normal rain does not stop us.   

Family Participation: We are asking all Families to get involved in one activity. The Pack leadership really enjoys putting these together but could always use some help.  Please let us know of your preferences on which role you would prefer when you register. 

Requirements for Participation.  

1) Health Forms: Scouting requires that each Camp Participant fill out a health form in case of an emergency.  BSA Heath Forms (Part A & B)   You must turn them in when checking in. They can be in a sealed envelope. We recommend filling them out digitally then printing as you need them through the year. 

You may keep them in a sealed envelope with your family name on it. The Pack leadership will not open them unless there is an emergency.  Give them to us when you arrive. 

2) Registration: Please register HERE to sign up for the Campout. Registrations are due by Sunday, April 12th

3) Utensils: Reminder to bring your own individual camping utensils (plates, cups, fork/knife/spoons, etc.).  Here are some examples: Amazon,  REI, Walmart.  We will have a "3-pot method" washing station set up to clean dishes the utensils.    

Recommendations for Packing

• Boots (hiking will be wet/slippery), Tent, Sleeping Bags, Pillows, Personal Toiletries, Folding Chairs, Snacks, Refillable water bottles, Flashlights, bug-spray and sunscreen. 

Weather: The weather can be cool and rainy, Bring jackets/coats and hats, and sunscreen

Parking: There is plenty of parking at this location, but someone will guide you in upon arrival.