About Camp Minsi

Camp Minsi is located on the shores of Stillwater Lake atop the beautiful Pocono Mountains in Pocono Summit, Pennsylvania. Donated by Samuel Rubel of New York City to the Boy Scouts in 1949, Camp Minsi encompasses 1200 acres of relatively flat woodlands. The 314-acre Stillwater Lake was used in the early part of this century for ice harvesting; remnants of those facilities can still be seen today. Now Stillwater Lake's most important product is to provide sailing, swimming, fishing and other aquatic activities to the hundreds of Scouts and Scouters who attend weekly throughout the summer season. Camp Minsi features a centrally located, and recently expanded, Dining Hall. Within a short walk from the Dining Hall are 10 campsites with capacities that range form 30 to 60 campers. Further away are a number of backwoods outpost sites for a more rustic experience. There are over 20 miles of hiking trails throughout the camp that give Scouts an opportunity to experience a variety of flora, fauna and the intriguing geology of a glacial moraine. The varied wildlife that makes the reservation its home grants both youth and adults the opportunity of experiencing and interacting with nature first hand. Summer camp is the pinnacle of Scouting’s outdoor program. With ten unique program areas, Scouts have the opportunity to explore and experience a variety of exciting activities at Camp Minsi. 2010 is a year filled with new programs and activities designed to peak the interests of every camper - from newest campers to the seasoned veterans. Camp Minsi’s Trail to Adventure is a special program designed to help newer Scouts advance in the early ranks, while also working towards a few merit badges. Minsi also offers special programs designed for veteran Scouts looking for new and challenging outdoor experiences. Camp Minsi’s merit badge program continues to grow, and this summer's program offers more than 50 merit badges for Scouts to explore. The camp's waterfront, located on the beautiful 314-acre Lake Stillwater, offers many exciting programs – including swimming, sailing, canoeing, rowing, kayaking, sailboarding and snorkeling. ScoutCraft continues to teach outdoor skills while offering unique challenges for Scouts of all ages. Over at Handi-Craft, Scouts are able to hone their craft in woodcarving, leather work, basketry, pottery and more. The Quartermaster Crew builds technical skills, including plumbing, painting, and home repairs. Camp Minsi's Ecology-Conservation area continues to offer in-depth environmental programs – including conservation projects, nature studies and the infamous Minsi Muck Hike. At Shooting Sports, Scouts have a chance to shoot rifles, shotguns and bows and arrows. And for the Scoutmasters coming to camp, there are many special programs for them as well.