Cub Scout Adventure Camp (CSAC)

Camp Cutler Program Information

The adventure takes place at the J. Warren Cutler Scout Reservation located near Naples, New York in the beautiful Bristol Hills. Cub Scouts live in one of five themed villages for three days and two nights. While there they participate in camp wide activities such as boating and fishing, swimming, nature, archery, and shooting sports as well as themed village programs.

The camp programs provide opportunities for Cub Scouts and Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts to work on advancement and learn about a different culture and time.  Activities will include sessions incorporating various Scout skills, free time to enjoy the great outdoors and camp-wide events, which will incorporate the spirit of the individual Villages.  The most important aspect of all the events, of course, is for the Scouts to have a good time!

Camp Wide Program Features

Campers are encouraged to attend these programs with their Villages.  Children not participating with the rest of the Village are the full responsibility of the parents or guardians. Due to the amount of people in camp one may only attend program areas at your Village’s designated time or during open program.

Boating – Rowboats and canoes make up our Lake Wellington waterfront, and are very popular.  There are designated rules as to who may use the boats dependent upon the swim check.  Check with the aquatics staff for specific rules regarding boating.  Scouts learn boating skills while participating in fun games and challenges on the water. And of course, your boating adventure would not be complete without a sponge war!

Swimming – Our pool is used primarily for teaching lifesaving techniques and completing swimming requirements. Webelos aquanaut requirements will also be covered. Water games help make the pool a great place to have fun and cool off on a hot day! [Due to health regulations Lake Wellington cannot be used for swimming]

Archery – Scouts and adults alike can come to sharpen their marksman skills with a bow and arrow. The archery program is very popular and is available to all Villages. Specific activities will vary based on Village theme.

Fishing – Campers of all ages can try to catch “the big one” in the well-stocked Wellington Lake. Scouts can fish off of the coast as well as on our floating dock. This year we will also be able to fish from the boats during designated times.

Nature – There is no better place to explore Nature than at Camp Cutler using our Don Whitcomb Nature Center and Nature trail! All Cubs will have the opportunity to learn about the fascinating world around them. They will be working toward achievements and electives that interact with the outside world. The program will be specific to the rank each village is intended for.

Shooting Sports – Castle, Fort, and High Seas cub scouts will come and try their hand at slingshots, while Native American and Mountain Man Webelos Scouts will participate in the air gun range. (BB gun rules allow Webelos Scouts to shoot) All cubs will have fun shooting at targets scouts while learning the safety rules around a range.  The air rifles will be made available for those Webelos Scouts in other Villages on the second day’s open program time.

Campfires – On the first and last nights of camp, camp-wide campfires are planned.  The first camp fire is camp-wide and performed by the camp staff.  The second night’s campfire is performed in each village to allow Scouts to plan for the third night’s campfire. At the closing campfire, on the last evening, campers and adults will be performing for staff and guests. During Webelos weeks, the scouts may attend 4 camp wide campfires.

Scout’s Own – A multi-faith spiritual celebration on the first night of camp. The service includes songs, readings, stories, and prayers.  All Scouts and adults are strongly encouraged to attend. A Scout is Reverent.

Cub Scout Adventure Camp Villages

Medieval Castle - Walk over a drawbridge and back into Medieval times. As a “Good Knight” or princess, you will get to create your own tunic or tiara which you will need to participate in the royal Tournament. There you will test your strength, courage, and teamwork skills by designing your own Tiger Knight obstacle course.

High Seas Pirate Ships - Ahoy mates and welcome to the High Seas! Grab your fishing pole and your bathing suit because you are going on an adventure with your captain and first mate. You will battle each other from ship to ship in a sponge war, use a map and compass to “Find your Way” to the missing treasure, and enjoy the pirate-themed fun all session long.

Native American Village - Welcome to life before the settlers came to America. With a longhouse and a totem pole, you will hear the “Beat of the Drum” and feel as though you have stepped back in time. While in this village you will create different crafts, such as dream catchers and choker necklaces. You will also learn about the beliefs behind the crafts. A game of lacrosse will sharpen your Native American skills and you will leave with a new appreciation of the Native American culture.

Pioneer Fort - Howdy partner! Get ready for life in the 1800’s when you step inside Fort Radcliff to meet your sheriff. You will spend your days as a settler, hiking throughout camp and making your own homemade butter. You will also sharpen your aquatics skills and head “Into the Woods” to learn about the plants and animals in the world around us.

Mountain Man Brigade - Welcome to the rugged life on the frontier. Learn about and try building your own campsite improvement with the other seven people in your brigade. Designed for Arrow of Light Scouts entering the fifth grade in September you will sharpen your fire building skills and cook your own dinner over a fire you have created! And don't forget about our awesome Camp Cutler Mud Run.