Summer Camp 2009 at Gerald I. Lawhorn Scouting Base

Welcome to the summer camping season at the Gerald I. Lawhorn Scouting Base. We have a tremendous facility for you and your troop to experience the best part of Scouting's outdoor program...Summer Camp! The deadline for registering for Flint River Council units is October 31, 2008.

Week 1
June 7-13
Week 2
June 14-20
Week 3
June 21-27
Week 4
June 28-July 4
Week 5
July 5-11
Week 6
July 12-18
Many activities await you and your Scouts at Gerald I. Lawhorn Scouting Base. Everything from the thrill of experiencing the natural beauty of our Reservation, to earning merit badges, to completing rank advancement, to taking part in the special activities we have planned. Our camp staff is committed to providing you the best possible program. In order for us to best meet your needs, it will be important to plan your troop activities and advancement. Please take time before camp to determine what your troop program requirements are and communicate that information to us before you arrive. That will give us the opportunity to assist you in meeting your goals.
For information about the programs available at Summer Camp, please follow one of the links below. The information below is currently based on 2008 programs and will be updated soon.
Buckskin This program is designed specifically for the first year camper.
Merit Badge Programs Many different merit badges are available at Summer Camp. Check out this page to view all of your options.
Older Boy Programs These programs are designed with your older Scouts in mind. For exciting summer camp activities, be sure to visit this page.
Add-A-Trip Coming in a day early? Want to stay an extra day? Looking for a troop activity during Summer Camp. You can find the right activity for your unit here.

High Adventure Camp

If your older Scouts are looking for a week of High Adventure, visit our site and find out all of the exciting activities awaiting them.

Forms
Summer Camp Leader's Guide 2009 [912K]
Camp Staff Application (Includes Counselor-In-Training) [29K]
Class I and II Physical Form [20K]
Class III Physical Form [76K]


Need to Reach a Camper by...

Phone?
Emergency Number: (706) 647-9539

Letter?
Troop #, "Scout's Name"
Camp Thunder
1166 Dripping Rock Road
Molena, GA 30258

***UPS and Federal Express make daily deliveries to Camp Thunder.

Email?
scouts@flintrivercouncil.org

***Put Troop # and Scout's Name in the Subject Line. DO NOT send pictures or files!

For more information:
Flint River Council, BSA
Gerald I. Lawhorn Scouting Base
1166 Dripping Rock Rd
Molena, GA 30258

Hours:
9am - 5pm EST, M-F(706) 646-2255
Fax: (706) 646-2120
Email: Jeff Elliott , Business Manager