Summer 2025
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.
This year we are updating our program for newer Scouts by introducing the Outdoor Adventure for Kindling Scouts (OAKS) program. OAKS is an advancement program designed to help new Scouts get a strong start with a full week dedicated to learning fundamentals of the Scouting program, rank advancement from Tenderfoot to First Class, event/activity planning, and the opportunity to earn First Aid and Swimming Merit Badges. There are many opportunities for your Scout at QSR, in addition to OAKS program, so check out the 2025 Unit Planning Guide and the Camp Map for more details!
This specialty program is designed for older Scouts looking for a summer program focused on adventure and experience beyond the traditional merit badge focused camp. HIGH Q participants, youth and adult, can participate in one of 3 Crews. Participants shall be a minimum age of 13 years old, are Blue Swimmer qualified, and able to un-swamp a canoe.
These program areas are created not only to earn merit badges, but to offer an in-depth curriculum that will help Scouts build upon their current skills or learn new ones.
HIGH Q Scouts can arrive as individuals, small groups, or whole Units and then split into their specific crews for the week.
HIGH Q Crew programs include:
- F.I.S.H. Camp
- Conquer the Water (Aquatics)
- Backpacking Trek
During HIGH Q some crews will enjoy eating in the dining hall and some will cook in camp where they will eat as a crew for a few meals, and some of the treks will be provided ingredients to cook with and are expected to cook their own meals most of the time.
Looking for an unbeatable summer experience? Join us as a staff member at camp this summer!
