Tuscarora Scout Reservation is the perfect destination for Scouts looking for a memorable summer camp experience. Nestled in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains on the New York/Pennsylvania border, our 900-acre camp features everything from thrilling aquatic activities on the 35-acre Summit Lake to hands-on learning opportunities in Nature, Handicraft, Scoutcraft, Shooting Sports, Music & Arts and more. With top-notch amenities including a 40-foot climbing tower, modern individual-stall shower house, full-service dining hall, and quality campsites, you’ll find everything you need for a great week of summer adventures and Scouting fun.

• 900-acres of beautifully forest at the foothills of the Catskills
• 35-acre lake including boating, swimming, paddleboarding, water slide, and giant inflatable Action Tower.
• Over 50 merit badge and skill instruction classes
• Full-service dining hall
• 40-foot climbing tower
• 16-miles of marked hiking trails
• Archery, rifle and shotgun ranges
• Creative Handicraft, Music & Arts and Eagle's Nest programs
• Hands-on outdoor skills at Scoutcraft and Nature
• Top-notch "Trailblazer" program for first-year Scouts
• Exciting afternoon and evening "theme" programs
• Quality campsites and amenities
• Enthusiastic and experienced camp staff
• And so much more!

Camp Tusky – Your Camp Home

Located in Windsor, NY at the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, Tuscarora Scout Reservation encompasses 900 acres of beautifully forested land on the New York/Pennsylvania border.

Tuscarora offers 10 traditional “summer” sites with two-person canvas wall tents on platforms and three unique “winter” sites with eight-person lean-tos. Campsites include communal areas with carports, pavilions, picnic tables, in-site latrines, and fire circles.

Tuscarora features a modern individual-stall shower house, a central dining hall that provides three delicious meals each day, and an enthusiastic and experienced camp staff that will make your unit feel at home. Each summer is filled with new programs and activities designed to peak the interests of every Scout – from the newest campers to the seasoned veterans.

2027 Theme – Tusky Tales!

Step into the enchanted world of Tuscarora in 2027, where fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and beloved classic stories come to life. From daring quests and magical kingdoms to legendary heroes and unforgettable characters, Scouts will discover classic storybook adventures around every corner. Throughout the week, program areas will be transformed with imaginative events, bringing timeless tales to life. Scouts will have the opportunity to earn book-themed merit badges, participate in magical adventures, solve enchanted quests, and write their own camp story.

Great Programs – Exciting Areas to Explore

• Aquatics on Summit Lake - The 35-acre Summit Lake at the heart of camp provides great boating opportunities for Scouts and leaders – including sailing, canoeing, kayaking, rowing, and stand-up paddleboarding! The Waterfront is also home to exciting action aquatic activities – including swimming, a waterslide, water trampoline, giant inflatables for climbing, and more!
• Climbing - The camp features a 40-foot, three-sided climbing and rappelling tower. Scouts can come for afternoon open climbs or earn the Climbing merit badge in special classes and sessions.
• Eagle’s Nest - This program area helps Scouts on the trail to Eagle develop life skills with several Eagle-required merit badges – including such skills as communicating and citizenship.
• Handicraft - Handicraft focuses on a wide-range of crafts and trade skills. The area lets Scouts build skills in basket making, leatherworking, wood carving, and more.
• Health Lodge - The Health Lodge at Camp Tuscarora serves as the first aid center, offering medical support and instructional programs, including the First Aid merit badge, to help Scouts to be prepared!
• Music & Arts - This program area lets Scouts showcase their creative sides with a wide range of merit badges and programs that allow them to create, perform and express themselves.
• Nature - Our Nature area lets Scouts investigate the natural world. The area offers a variety of ecology and conservation based merit badges and programs.
• Range & Target Activities - Tuscarora’s range programs provide opportunities in archery, rifle, and shotgun shooting. In addition to merit badge instruction, the area offers daily open shoots.
• Scoutcraft - Scoutcraft is the place to develop and showcase your outdoor skills - including camping, cooking, pioneering, orienteering, wilderness survival and overall outdoor living.
• Sports & Recreation - Camp has many fun recreation activities for Scouts - including gaga ball, mountain biking, a kickball field, tetherball, a basketball court, game nights, plus ample fishing on Summit Lake.
• Trailblazer - Trailblazer is Tuscarora’s first-year camper program. Through the week, Scouts will build skills as they complete requirements for the ranks of Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class.
• Training Programs - Tuscarora is proud to offer adult leader training programs (such as Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills), plus a top-notch Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program for Scouts age 14+.