Come out for this outdoor winter carnival! An event filled with winter activities that promote fun for the entire family. Scouts and family members will rotate through a series of age appropriate activities.
Check-in starts at 9:00 AM, with closing at 4:00 PM. All participants must come dressed appropriately for the weather. Lunch will be provided, and all participants will receive a patch and certificate.
A completed medical form must be turned in upon arrival for all participants—adults included.
Cost:
$30 per Scout
$30 per Sibling (Non-Scout)
$10 per Adult
$10 per Den Chief
Contact: Jeffrey Seiser, [email protected]
Come out for a weekend of wild west fun and adventure at Camp Workcoeman! This event includes two nights of camping; three meals on Saturday in the dining hall; and a day of skill development, teamwork, and fun. Participants will also receive a commemorative patch.
Packs and dens are encouraged to bring a wagon that will carry their gear to different stations throughout the day. Scouts are also encouraged to get into the ‘wild west’ spirit by wearing cowboy hats, neckerchiefs, and more!
A detailed program guide will be distributed prior to the event that will contain information about a pre-camp meeting, items to bring, and a schedule for the event.
Check-in starts at 6:00 PM Friday, with departure at 9:00 AM Sunday.
Registration closes Monday, April 20, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Cost:
$40 per Scout
$20 per Adult
$20 per Den Chief
Contact: Jeffrey Seiser, [email protected]
Charter Oak District BALOO Cub Leader Training
BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) is a comprehensive training program designed by Scouting America to equip adult leaders with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead Cub Scout Packs in safe and successful outdoor adventures. This course covers essential topics such as camping techniques, safety protocols, outdoor ethics, program planning, and risk management. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on practical activities, participants learn how to create engaging and age-appropriate outdoor experiences for Cub Scouts while emphasizing the importance of environmental stewardship and fostering a love for the outdoors. Upon completion of the BALOO course, adult leaders are better prepared to facilitate enjoyable and memorable outdoor adventures for young Cub Scouts while ensuring their safety and well-being.
Time: April 25 8:00 AM – April 26 11:00 AM
Adult Cost: $35
Contact: RickiAnn Levesque, [email protected]
See the Cub Scout Summer Camp page for more information.
Experience the magic of Camp Workcoeman together during Family Camp! This special weekend program invites Scouting families of all ages to enjoy the beauty and excitement of camp life—without the need to pack up the whole den.
Spend the weekend camping outdoors, swimming in the crystal-clear lake, testing your aim at archery and BB ranges, exploring nature trails, and joining in crafts, games, and campfire programs. Whether you prefer swimming, boating, sports, or something else, Camp Workcoeman offers a perfect setting for families to connect, unwind, and make lasting memories.
Enjoy great meals in the dining hall, friendly staff-led activities, and plenty of free time to relax or explore with your family. Family Camp is the perfect blend of fun, fellowship, and outdoor adventure—a true celebration of Scouting and family togetherness.
Join us this summer and make Camp Workcoeman your family’s favorite tradition!
Time: 6:00 PM Friday through 10:00 AM Sunday
Cost per Youth: $75
Cost per Adult: $35
Contact: Aline Souza, [email protected]
See the Cub Scout Summer Camp page for more information.
Get ready for the ultimate Cub Scout camping experience at Camp Workcoeman in the summer of 2026! Scouts will discover adventure, friendship, and the great outdoors during our Cub Scout Resident Camp and Mini Week programs—all built around the exciting theme, Dinosaurs!
For Scouts newer to camping, Mini Week offers a shorter three-day, two-night introduction to the Cub Scout Resident Camp experience. It’s a great way to get a taste of all the fun—outdoor adventures, camp activities, and quality time with fellow Scouts—packed into a perfectly sized adventure.
Come join us this summer and map your adventure at Camp Workcoeman—where every day brings new experiences, new friends, and lifelong memories!
Scout Cost:
$295 per Scout
Adult Leader/Den Chief Cost:
$70 per person
Contact: Aline Souza, [email protected]
See the Cub Scout Summer Camp page for more information.
Get ready for the ultimate Cub Scout camping experience at Camp Workcoeman in the summer of 2026! Scouts will discover adventure, friendship, and the great outdoors during our Cub Scout Resident Camp and Mini Week programs—all built around the exciting theme, Dinosaurs!
Cub Scouts and their leaders will spend a full week living the adventure at one of the oldest continuously operated Scout camps in the country. Days are filled with swimming, boating, archery, BB shooting, crafts, nature exploration, STEM activities, and campfire programs. Evenings bring songs, laughter, and the unforgettable spirit of Scouting around the campfire. Resident Camp is the perfect opportunity for Scouts to build confidence, learn new skills, earn adventure pins and belt loops, and make lasting friendships.
Scout Cost:
$525 per Scout (until June 1)
$555 per Scout (after June 1)
Adult Leader/Den Chief Cost:
$140 per person
Contact: Aline Souza, [email protected]
See the Cub Scout Summer Camp page for more information.
Get ready for a week of outdoor fun, friendship, and discovery at Cub Scout Day Camp 2026 at Camp Workcoeman! Designed for Cub Scouts entering grades 1–5, this exciting daytime program lets Scouts experience the best of camp life—all while returning home each evening.
Each day, campers will explore new adventures across Workcoeman’s beautiful lakeside setting, including archery, BB shooting, nature exploration, crafts, swimming, and team games. They’ll take part in STEM activities, campfire songs, and theme-based challenges — all led by trained and enthusiastic staff who bring Scouting’s values to life.
With a new theme every year, 2026’s “Dinosaurs” will encourage Scouts to chart their own path of discovery, learning new skills, and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Join the adventure—where every day is packed with fun, friendship, and the spirit of Scouting!
Time:
8:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Scout Cost:
$325 per Scout (until June 1)
$335 per Scout (after June 1)
$250 per Scout for second week
$25 per sibling discount
$175 per Den Leader discount
Adult Leader Cost:
Free (but must register)
Contact: Aline Souza, [email protected]
See the Cub Scout Summer Camp page for more information.
Get ready for the ultimate Cub Scout camping experience at Camp Workcoeman in the summer of 2026! Scouts will discover adventure, friendship, and the great outdoors during our Cub Scout Resident Camp and Mini Week programs—all built around the exciting theme, Dinosaurs!
For Scouts newer to camping, Mini Week offers a shorter three-day, two-night introduction to the Cub Scout Resident Camp experience. It’s a great way to get a taste of all the fun—outdoor adventures, camp activities, and quality time with fellow Scouts—packed into a perfectly sized adventure.
Come join us this summer and map your adventure at Camp Workcoeman—where every day brings new experiences, new friends, and lifelong memories!
Scout Cost:
$295 per Scout
Adult Leader/Den Chief Cost:
$70 per person
Contact: Aline Souza, [email protected]
See the Cub Scout Summer Camp page for more information.
Get ready for the ultimate Cub Scout camping experience at Camp Workcoeman in the summer of 2026! Scouts will discover adventure, friendship, and the great outdoors during our Cub Scout Resident Camp and Mini Week programs—all built around the exciting theme, Dinosaurs!
Cub Scouts and their leaders will spend a full week living the adventure at one of the oldest continuously operated Scout camps in the country. Days are filled with swimming, boating, archery, BB shooting, crafts, nature exploration, STEM activities, and campfire programs. Evenings bring songs, laughter, and the unforgettable spirit of Scouting around the campfire. Resident Camp is the perfect opportunity for Scouts to build confidence, learn new skills, earn adventure pins and belt loops, and make lasting friendships.
Scout Cost:
$525 per Scout (until June 1)
$555 per Scout (after June 1)
Adult Leader/Den Chief Cost:
$140 per person
Contact: Aline Souza, [email protected]
See the Cub Scout Summer Camp page for more information.
Get ready for a week of outdoor fun, friendship, and discovery at Cub Scout Day Camp 2026 at Camp Workcoeman! Designed for Cub Scouts entering grades 1–5, this exciting daytime program lets Scouts experience the best of camp life—all while returning home each evening.
Each day, campers will explore new adventures across Workcoeman’s beautiful lakeside setting, including archery, BB shooting, nature exploration, crafts, swimming, and team games. They’ll take part in STEM activities, campfire songs, and theme-based challenges — all led by trained and enthusiastic staff who bring Scouting’s values to life.
With a new theme every year, 2026’s “Dinosaurs” will encourage Scouts to chart their own path of discovery, learning new skills, and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Join the adventure—where every day is packed with fun, friendship, and the spirit of Scouting!
Time:
8:30 AM – 5:15 PM
Scout Cost:
$325 per Scout (until June 1)
$335 per Scout (after June 1)
$250 per Scout for second week
$25 per sibling discount
$175 per Den Leader discount
Adult Leader Cost:
Free (but must register)
Contact: Aline Souza, [email protected]
See the Cub Scout Summer Camp page for more information.
Experience the magic of Camp Workcoeman together during Family Camp! This special weekend program invites Scouting families of all ages to enjoy the beauty and excitement of camp life—without the need to pack up the whole den.
Spend the weekend camping outdoors, swimming in the crystal-clear lake, testing your aim at archery and BB ranges, exploring nature trails, and joining in crafts, games, and campfire programs. Whether you prefer swimming, boating, sports, or something else, Camp Workcoeman offers a perfect setting for families to connect, unwind, and make lasting memories.
Enjoy great meals in the dining hall, friendly staff-led activities, and plenty of free time to relax or explore with your family. Family Camp is the perfect blend of fun, fellowship, and outdoor adventure—a true celebration of Scouting and family togetherness.
Join us this summer and make Camp Workcoeman your family’s favorite tradition!
Time: 6:00 PM Friday through 10:00 AM Sunday
Cost per Youth: $75
Cost per Adult: $35
Contact: Aline Souza, [email protected]
More information coming soon.
Time: September 25 6:00 PM – September 27 9:00 AM (subject to change)
Scout Cost: $40 (subject to change)
Adult Cost: $20 (subject to change)
Den Chief Cost: $20 (subject to change)
Contact: Jeffrey Seiser, [email protected]
More information coming soon.
Time: November 14 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (subject to change)
Scout Cost: $30 (subject to change)
Adult Cost: $10 (subject to change)
Den Chief Cost: $10 (subject to change)
Contact: Jeffrey Seiser, [email protected]
Camp Workcoeman is located in the hills of northwest Connecticut in scenic New Hartford and Barkhamsted. The camp consists of approximately 427 acres on the shore of beautiful West Hill Pond, possibly the cleanest in Connecticut.
Established in 1924, it is one of the oldest continuously operated Scout camps in the country. For 102 years, thousands of Scouts and Scouters have had unforgettable Scouting experiences at Camp Workcoeman. This fine tradition of Scouting continues today.