Camp Melita Island 2025
In the middle of the pristine waters of Flathead Lake lies an island gem called Melita.

Melita Island is wholly owned by Scouting America, Montana Council, and is a little piece of paradise reserved just for Scouts to have the adventure of a lifetime. Programs at Melita Island are heavily water-based and are ideal for seasoned Scouts that are looking for something a little different than the traditional summer camp. We also have land-based activities for those who are afraid to get wet. 
 

Due to the popular demand of Camp Melita Island from Scouts around the country, we’re offering Montana Council units first access to register for 2025!

Registration for the Montana Units will be April 15th to May 14th, 2024. For all units coming from outside of Montana, registration will begin on May 15th, 2024.

Units must pay a $250 NON-REFUNDABLE Deposit at the time of booking
plus $25 per participant (NON-REFUNDABLE) due by Sept. 15, 2024

 Because of limited spots on Melita Island, priority will be given to youth attendees.
Every unit will be permitted 1 adult per every 4 youth registered (All units are allowed at least 3 adults). 
There will be a total of 200 spots available per week.

Waitlist registrations will be considered beginning September 15.

2025 Dates:

• Session 1: July 6th - July 12th, 2025
• Session 2: July 13th - July 19th, 2025
• Session 3: July 20th - July 26th, 2025
• Session 4: July 27th - Aug 2nd, 2025
• Session 5: Aug 3rd - Aug 9th, 2025

2025 Fees:            
Youth:           $525 (Fee will increase to $550 if not paid in full by 05/15/2025)
Adults:          $275
Deposit:         $250 deposit at the time of booking plus $25 per participant due by Sept. 15 (both NON-REFUNDABLE). 

• Reservations after Sept. 15 require $250 deposit plus $25 per participant due at booking (both NON-REFUNDABLE).
• Reservations that do not have $25 per participant (and $250 deposit) paid by Sept. 15 will forfeit any unpaid participant slots and those spaces will be available for other units.

Program:
In 2024, we offered 42 different program sessions at Melita Island, including 35 different Merit Badges. 

Courses at Melita Island include:

• Sailing, Motor Boating, & Row Boating
• Water Sports
• Kayaking, Canoeing, & Stand Up Paddle Boarding
• Swimming
• Snorkeling
• Fishing 
• Archery
• Nature, Forestry, & Environmental Science
• STEM and Inventing
• First Aid & Emergency Preparedness
• Photography, Wood Carving, & Animation
• Plus many, many more

Advanced Camper Experience (ACE) - Additional Fee (TBD)
Experienced campers will have an opportunity to participate in ACE program. This program exists to give older scouts an opportunity to use their skills in a high-adventure setting, such as whitewater rafting, hiking, water skiing, snorkeling, sailing, and more. Each day is a new adventure drawing on past learned skills and creating memories for the future.
 

Adult Programs

Camp can also be fun, relaxing and a learning and rewarding experience for adults. At Melita Island we take this to a new dimension. Some learning experiences we've offered in prior years include: Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills  and Safe Swim Defense. We have also provided several stress reducing events that you can participate in, which have included: Evening Socials, Boat Rides and Pie Making Classes.

For more information, please visit our website at https://montanabsa.org/melita-island/

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS
A limited number of camp scholarships are available for Montana Council Scouts based on financial need. A scholarship can be requested for up to half of the camp fees. Scholarship forms can be found in the attachments. 

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS

Any unit or individual Scout canceling prior to June 1st may be able to receive a refund of fees less the $250 Non-Refundable Deposit and $25 per participant fee for each Scout and/or adult cancellation.

After June 1st, 2025, no refunds will be issued until after the end of the camping season.  Refunds will be determined by the Council Camping Department.  Valid refund reasons include death, illness, or military orders such as TDA or PCS. Refund amounts are determined based on refundable monies, which excludes food and supplies purchased, as well as other incurred costs.

All fees must be paid on time in order to hold your campsite, the unit may lose its place if fees are not on time.