Join the Adventure at Camp Tuckahoe
Scouts BSA summer camp at Camp Tuckahoe is the pinnacle of an exciting Scouting year, offering an unforgettable outdoor experience. Scouts of all levels, from the newest Tenderfoot to seasoned veterans, immerse themselves in skill-building, friendship, and pure adventure—truly putting the “outing” in Scouting.
At Tuckahoe, Scouts enjoy a dynamic and traditional summer camp program enhanced by top-tier facilities, including a climbing wall, a pristine swimming pool, and an air-conditioned dining hall that comfortably seats over 500 campers. The combination of facilities and an enthusiastic, carefully selected camp staff ensures an unparalleled summer camp experience for all Scouts BSA troops.
Every summer, Tuckahoe draws numerous Scouts BSA troops from outside the New Birth of Freedom Council, seeking a unique and memorable camp for their Scouts. Best of all, Camp Tuckahoe welcomes out-of-council troops with no extra fees, making it an even more attractive destination.
Program Highlights
Merit Badges Offerings
In 2025, Tuckahoe will offer more than 40 merit badges, with enhanced sessions for Metalworking, Space Exploration, Astronomy, and Canoeing.
Climbing and Zipline
For the adventurous, Scouts can conquer our 38-foot climbing tower or soar across Memory Lake on a 700-foot zipline.
Buffalo Braves Program
The Buffalo Braves program targets first- and second-year campers, covering many Tenderfoot to First Class requirements. Scouts attend sessions in the morning and afternoon, with a special Swimming merit badge class before lunch. They’ll learn essential skills like knots, lashings, outdoor cooking, woodsman tools, campsite gadgets, first aid, and compass use. Scouts must demonstrate mastered skills to troop leaders for sign-off. On Thursday night, Scouts will participate in an outpost, where each pair needs a lightweight two-man tent or tarp along with their gear.
Older Scout Program
Older Scouts seeking more challenges at Tuckahoe can choose between the Advanced Camper Experience or the new 2025 Mountain Adventure.
The Advanced Camper Experience, designed for Scouts 14+, runs midday. It allows participation in merit badges while adding extra value to summer camp. Scouts will customize their week with unique activities led by our skilled staff, offering adventures beyond merit badges
Have A Few Questions?
Please call us at (717) 620-4525 or email us at camping@newbirthoffreedom.org.
2025 Scouts BSA Camp Pricing
Early Bird: $500 per youth / $200 per adult.
Based on the deposit made before December 31, 2024 and full fee payment received by May 1, 2025.
Early Bird: $515 per youth / $205 per adult.
Based on the deposit made on or after December 31, 2024 and full fee payment received by May 1, 2025.
Late Payment: $540 per youth / $205 per adult.
For all fees not paid in full by May 1, 2025.
Free Leaders
If your troop brings at least eight Scouts to each session, two adult leaders attend for FREE! For every additional eight Scouts, one additional leader attends for free.
Camperships
A limited amount of financial assistance is available for New Birth of Freedom Council families with proven financial need to attend in-council summer camp programs. Get the details …
Save $25
A $25 discount will be given to any Scout who attends a second week of summer camp, including for Scouts who attend NYLT.
Payment Schedule
February 1 – a non-refundable $60 deposit per Scout is required. This payment enables the option to schedule merit badge classes for each Scout’s $60 deposit received.
May 1 – Full payment is required to receive the Early Bird rate. After this date, all fees increase to the late payment rate (regardless of the campsite reservation date)
Partnered boy and girl troops should register for camp separately. This will assist in transferring advancement progress from Tentaroo into Scoutbook.
