Many Point Scout Camp strives to be the best summer camp in the world. Through innovative programs, and an emphasis on growth of units and individuals, we’re proud to be the highlight of many Scouts summers!
General Information
For over seventy years Many Point’s signature red lantern has been burning brightly on the shores of Many Point Lake. Each summer Many Point is home to over 300 troops and crews from numerous councils across the United States and Canada.
Location
The property alone is enough to intrigue any participant. Since its opening in 1946, the property has grown to encompass 1,669 acres and nine miles of shoreline on two lakes. Bordered by the 143,000 acre Tamarac Wildlife Refuge and only a handful of cabins, you’ll notice that the greatest amount of traffic on the lake is from Scouts in canoes or sailboats.
Many Point is also located only thirty miles from Itasca State Park, a short distance for those Scouts who would like to wade through the headwaters of the Mississippi River.
Program
Scouts who come to Many Point will still participate in some of the traditional activities of the 1940’s like swimming, canoeing, rowing, orienteering, lashing, and shooting. Yet they will also have a chance to participate in some of the more recent innovations. We now have a huge fleet of Sunfish sailboats, six climbing towers, ATV training programs, several 25′ aqua trampolines, two Huck Finn rafts, Jet Ski’s, kayaks and two tree house villages.
Selection
In addition to a variety of programs, troops also have the choice to camp in one of fifty campsites split among four sub-camps. Although each sub-camp offers the same great program, each differs by the style of meals provided. Buckskin has a full-service dining hall, Ten Chiefs offers a combination of patrol cooking and heater stacks, Voyageur troops cook food provided by the commissary and Pioneer troops can choose a commissary option or provide their own food.
Scouters can also bring their families to stay in one of twenty cabins and participate in the fully-staffed program at our Family Camp.
Innovation
Many Point was the first camp in the nation where Scouts attended camp as troops and not as individuals. Today we still continue to emphasize the growth of the entire troop as our chief objective. Our staff is trained and dedicated to the mission and ideals of Scouting. Come to Many Point this summer and you’ll leave as a stronger troop of confident and capable young leaders.
Location
Come to Many Point to experience the best that Minnesota has to offer.
- A Beautiful wilderness setting in northwestern Minnesota
- 2400 acres of wooded property in the White Earth State Forest
- Adjacent to 143,000 acres of the Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge
- A short distance to Itasca State Park and headwaters of the great Mississippi River.
- A camp around a lake. Many Point has 9 miles of shoreline on two uncrowded lakes.
- Perfect for your crew or troop’s next summer adventure.
41408 Many Point Camp Rd
Ponsford, MN 56575
Subcamps
Many Point Scout Camp is actually six separate camps on the same property. Your options include three program camps, an adventure base, an independent camp and our family camp.
We offer three full-service program camps for troops and crews. Each program camp operates independently with its own facilities, sites and staff. While the same activities and advancement are universal throughout all three program camps, the food program is unique for each program camp.
BuckskinScout Program Camp
Units that choose to camp in Buckskin will get to enjoy three prepared meals a day in our Dining Hall. Many Point utilizes the patrol method by having Scouts take turns being servers.
Ten ChiefsScout Program Camp
This camp is known for white sand beaches and for having the best sunsets in the midwest. Here you will cook breakfast and dinner with your patrol, and have lunch delivered to you pre-cooked for your delight.
VoyageurScout Program Camp
Down south in between Many Point Lake and Round Lake, you get the full patrol cooking experience. Voyageur also features large campsites, amazing tree coverage, and breezes off of both lakes.
PioneerIndependent Camping
Many Point has some of the best forest in northern Minnesota. Use Pioneer as a base for your adventure, planning your own program and exploring on your own terms. Equipment and program is available upon request.
FlintlockOlder Scout Adventure Base
Flintlock is where older Scouts must go to make the most out of their summer. On and off camp adventures specifically designed for ages 8th, 9th and older Scouts are provided here!
Family CampFamily Program Camp
Families of our participants are encouraged to come stay in a Cabin, bring an RV, or pitch a tent in this hidden gem of Many Point. Our Family Camp staff offers a full program including crafts, a supervised beach, and outdoor activities.
Standards of Excellence
AccredidationSafety Standards
Many Point is one of a handful of camps (less then 10 nation wide) to be accredited by both the Boy Scouts of America and the American Camping Association. When you're at camp, you'll notice our commitment to safety while having fun.
Health LodgeSafety Standards
Many Point not only has an EMT available 24/7, we have a Doctor on site for sick call hours and in case of serious emergency. You won't find better health care anywhere else. The health lodge is also here to help leaders with questions about Scout medications.
StaffingExcellence
Many Point is the only camp with a dedicated 10 day training period for all staff to ensure your Scouts and your unit have an excellent Scouting experience. They learn from MN's best teachers how to mix together action learning, Scouting philosophies, and fun!
Social Media
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Here is the updated FAQ's based on the questions asked over the last 3 online presentations.
Thank you to all summer camp coordinators for your efforts and questions to help paint the summer camp picture for your Scouts!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Many Point COVID-19 FAQ's - Many Point Scout Camp
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Many Point Scout Camp FAQs It’s important to note that this situation continues to evolve and change daily. Should our targeted start date of July 5th be altered, we will let you know promptly. We p...This weekend was supposed to be our annual Work Party, postponed due to COVID. As we look at the plaques that hang in the Buckskin Dining Hall, we are overwhelmed with thankfulness and appreciation of the volunteers who give their weekends, skills, and service in support of the mission of Scouting. Thanks to all who volunteer. Please feel free to share your favorite Many Point Work Party memory!
I loved the roll of magic orange flagging I had. I would go to an area during work party and make a big circle with magic orange flagging. Two hours later, all the brush was gone inside the circle!!
My first work party was 1992 when the council brought up a bunch of oa members, I don't know if this is one I want to remember or forget for one reason I was down on the buckskin beach and I whipped a sharp rock in the water and it split my finger open where I had to be brought to Detroit lakes E.R . for stiches , but had to wait to get stiches for hours until they got hold my family in the cities with my insurance info. Ah memories lol. Been though a bunch more after that. Love helping at camp as a staff alumni.
I’m proud to have my name on a couple of those plaques! I’ll never forget meeting the late-great Gary Reisdorph for the first time at a MPSC work party.
I have been able to participate in the Work Party once. It was very fulfilling to attend with a small crew of 8 Scouts and 2 adults.
It felt so weird to be home this weekend and not up there cooking for everyone!
So sad to not have Work Party. 😩
Loved work party 2019!
I think the apple was my first year.
Here is a list of programs that we are planning on for the 2020 camping season.
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Many Point Program Opportunities - 2020 - Many Point Scout Camp
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We are all very excited to get to Many Point this summer! While there will be some changes to promote the health and safety of our Scouts and leaders, our staff will be working with your unit to make ...Preston Faber
Derek Anderson Adi Alvarado
Your instructions are not very clear. Are we trying to pick MB based on unit, patrols? How many will they be allowed to pick? When will FCA to be (morning or afternoon)?
just to clairify - the kids need to work in units and not as individuals. does this mean each unit would all work on the same merit badge/advancement activitiy? and each unit would go to the same older scout activity?
Glad to see the Back of the Moon on the list. Beautiful spot and great hike to it!!
Are All-Star Campers still coming to camp?
Is the July CIT session still being held?
Linda Nordland Dobinson
UPDATE 7:45PM - We're aware some users, mostly I-Phone users are having an issue with scrunched text on the link. We're actively troubleshooting - if you can please use a different device to read the article.
The Northern Star Camping team has been reviewing current recommendations for operating youth programs and determining how guidelines will impact our program delivery. Many of you have asked some really great questions, and all we've told you so far is that camp will look different. Here are some answers that start to explain what camp will look like.
Please view our article on Many Point and COVID-19 FAQ's.
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Many Point COVID-19 FAQ's - Many Point Scout Camp
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Many Point Scout Camp FAQs It’s important to note that this situation continues to evolve and change daily. Should our targeted start date of July 5th be altered, we will let you know promptly. We p...If we have paid in full all ready but choose not to attend even if you have it. Will the Scout still get refunded?
It looks like there were some formatting issues for viewing on mobiles devices. It’s painful to read with no spaces between words (problem is better on PC than on mobile). Thanks for all of the info! Every bit of info we can get is better than being in the dark.
If possible, I'd like to know what changes to expect for late summer family camp. Will the beach be open, etc?
Regardless of what happens with holding camp or not, you've clearly worked hard to think through how to keep our scouts and your staff safer in the face of this pandemic. Thank you!!
The formatting issues are not just on mobile devices, they are on regular laptops as well. It was very difficult to read the article to say the least.
I know this question is so low priority for adults. My Scouts first question was: will the trading post be available? They have slushies on the mind.
What about severe weather? How do you plan to handle this issue with storm shelters?
Hybrid merit badges? Does that mean the morning merit badge sessions are not happening?
Is the First Class Adventure program going to be happening for the younger scouts?
So how many individual sections does a campsite hold and does each group of 10 include 8 youth and 2 adults if you are at the same campsite? And can family members who are at Family Camp visit their youth at the youth side of the lake?
Aly Silva Mulgrew
Robb Feldhege Mark Kern Brandi Bellmont
Jeremy Purcell Brent Smith
