SCOUTS BSA RESIDENT CAMP!
This year you can choose between Traditional Summer Camp & HIGH Q!
Traditional Summer Camp program at Quivira Scout Ranch functions as a tool to develop character, leadership, citizenship, and fitness to help your unit carry out the mission of Scouting.
HIGH Q adventure week features 8 different programs for older Scouts looking for adventure and new experiences at camp.
Click here to register and join us at the 3,000-acre Quivira Scout Ranch for an exciting summer camp experience with programs like Conquer the Water, Jet Ski’s, FISH Camp, Climbing, Shooting Sports and so much more. We can’t wait to see you there!
Click here to download the 2024-2025 Resource Guide for all Quivira Council Programs!
Quivira Scout Ranch Activities
Quivira Scout Ranch is not just for summer!
Quivira Scout Ranch is nestled in the Chautauqua Flint Hills of Southeast Kansas, just 90 minutes southeast of Wichita, Kansas. This majestic camp property that is both, beautiful and adventurous, is 3,000 acres of wooded, rugged, sprawling, solitude prairie land perfect for a camping and hiking experience. Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and fishing on the 500-acre Murray Gill Lake.
Take advantage of the great opportunities at Quivira Scout Ranch to enhance the experience for Scouts, Families, Churches, Reunions, and other groups. Plan your own outpost adventure and hike the Border Patrol, one of the older activities at Quivira Scout Ranch. While backpacking, you can explore the history of The Ranch and find the remnants of the Clark Walker, Charlie Woodworth and other homesteads.
Learn more HERE!
Border Patrol is one of the oldest activities at QSR. Hiking around the QSR border or Fence line a self-motivation. This can be a day hike, or one can make it an overnighter.
*Maps are available for purchase at the council office.
Canoeing, Fishing, boating, and so much more! Plan your weekend trip to QSR and enjoy all that it has to offer. If you are not attending an official council event, please contact the Scout Office to acquire a short-term camping permit and make appropriate arrangements.
This is a council event it so follows under the NCAP. You will need the BSA updated Health Medical forms both for each scout. If you don’t have them, you unit will not participate in this event. You will need to prove your own two deep leadership.
The following activities require registration
Quivira Scout Ranch is not just for summer and not just for Scouts!
Quivira Scout Ranch is nestled in the Chautauqua Flint Hills of Southeast Kansas, just 90 minutes southeast of Wichita, Kansas. This majestic camp property that is both, beautiful and adventurous, hosts 3,000 acres of wooded, rugged, and sprawling prairie land. The property boasts unique characteristics of sandstone cliffs. It is perfect for camping, hiking, fishing or just enjoying solitude of the outdoor experiences.
Come and fish on the private 400-acre Murray Gill Lake. It has been listed as one of the premiere lakes in the state! It is also the largest of the BSA Council owned lakes in the United States.
2024 Camping & Events
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CABIN IN THE WOODS is a fun, exciting weekend event for ARROW OF LIGHT, SCOUTS, VENTURE CREWS kick off the Scouting year.
Join us at Quivira Scout Ranch for Fall Fellowship – Oktoberfest, open to all scouts! Experience pretzel and bierock making, traditional German games like Hammerschlagen and the Stein Rally Race, and test your skills with shotguns, rifles, and archery. Enjoy root beer on tap, and try your hand at 9-Square, Stein Balancing, and much more! Registration includes a T-shirt, Stein Mug, Event Patch, and authentic German meals—don’t miss out! Register Now
Cub Scout Day of Awesomeness is a One-Day event that provides youth with the opportunity to be active and engaged in the Cub Scout program!! Cub Scouts (Lion, Tiger, Bear, Wolf) will enjoy a variety of activities typically offered at Summer Camp.
Webelos Woods serves as a stepping stone for Webelo and Arrow of Light scouts and their parents to transition into Scouts BSA through a series of fun-filled demonstrations, activities, and adventures that represent what awaits them in a troop. Hosted by White Buffalo District.
This year there will be unique programs for both Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts!
Activities? On Saturday, Scouts will learn about First Aid, Camp Cooking, Rope Making, Knots, Monkey Bridge, Nature Hikes, Shooting Sports, Equipment Branding, and More! On Sunday, Scouts will participate on a hike through beautiful Quivira Scout Ranch learning more about the facility and the nature that surrounds it.
Supervision? All units must have two-deep leadership and comply with Youth Protection guidelines. All adults in attendance shall have current Youth Protection training.
Cost? Early bird registration cost is $22 per youth and $15 per adult if paid in full by September 20th. Regular registration cost is $27 per youth and $20 per adult. Registration fee includes a patch, carabiner, and program supplies. Units are responsible for their own meals. Last day to register online is October 4th. Event T-shirts will be available to order through Black Pug. Tentative cost of $12, must be ordered by early bird cutoff.
Refunds? This is a rain or shine event. Refunds are not available, but fees may be transferred to another Scout or Adult under the same registration number.
Registration? This event is open to Webelo & AOL scouts, NO tagalongs allowed. Pre-registration is required in order for us to provide program materials to all participants. Register online through Black Pug at “www.quivira.org – Things to Do”. Payments must be made online and can be by check or card. At check-in, units shall provide a current roster and BSA Medical Form A&B (680-001: 2019 printing) for every youth and adult participant.
This is an all BSA event that is for Packs, Troops, and Crew/Ship members.
Pack: The event will allow Cubs (Tiger through Arrow of Light) to participate in activities to earn a variety of achievements (belt loops) while also playing games, participating in the Jamboree On The Air (JOTA), and meeting friends with other Cubs from other Packs. Packs are invited to spend the night (ensure your Pack is following BSA guidelines), enjoy movie night, and practice building skills to join your Troop in the future.
Troop/Crew: The event will allow Troop members to earn merit badges, participate in Jamboree On The Air (JOTA), have fun with activities throughout the weekend, and see the opportunities available within the Council in Venturing/Ship Crews.
JOTA: Is an international event that allows Scouts from across the world to talk and communicate with other Units during a 36-hour window by utilizing amateur radio. This event allowed Scouts to talk to other radio operators from New York, California, Mexico City, and other locations in 2024.
It’s a weekend of being electronically unplugged enjoying fellowship with others playing board games, competing in tournaments, costume contest and other fun activities. Enjoy our library of over 100 different board games. Everyone is welcome to bring some of their own games to put into the library for everyone’s enjoyment.
ScoutCon is primarily indoor activities and will happen in rain, shine, or snow. Please bring your own tent and be prepared for cold weather camping!
ScoutCon! is open to registered Scouts BSA, Sea Scouts, Venturers, and Adult Leaders. Must be current on your registration and YPT to participate.
This workshop will present the scouts with information and guidance pertaining to the Farm Mechanic’s merit badge. It will be presented at the John Deere Wichita Training Center. The instructors for this workshop will be the John Deere Training staff from the training Center. Farm Mechanics is about the scout learning the life skills to be able to perform high level mechanic work on Farm Tools and Equipment.
More information coming soon!
2025 Camping & Events
What is Camp Alaska? Camp Alaska is a Scout skills competition of stations named after Alaskan cities, with each having a separate competition. This event is open to Scout BSA Troops and Cub Scouts at the Webelo and AOL levels. Come join us for learning sessions and competitions focused on Shooting Sports, Knots/Lashing, First Aid, Cooking, Team Building, Orientation and Fire Building.
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QSR Trail Crew!
Think you have what it takes to blaze trails at QSR? Join the QSR Trail Crew and help build and mark permanent trails at Quivira Scout Ranch.