2025 Trail to First Class Camp
Trevor Rees-Jones Scout Camp
June 29 - July 2, 2025

Participant Type: First year Scouts BSA youth
(rank not yet earned, Scout, Tenderfoot, and Second Class Scouts)
 

New for 2025! This is specifically for  new Scouts BSA youth who have just crossed over from a Pack. Experience a sample of a Scouts BSA summer camp program.

Scouts BSA First Year Camper Experience (Trail to First Class), Merit Badges
Zip Line - Climbing & Rappelling - Trail Rides - Target Sports - Aquatics - Arts & Crafts

Event Details

• Check-in: Sunday, June 29 at 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m
• Check-out: Wednesday, July 2 by 9:00 a.m.
• Location: Trevor Rees-Jones Scout Camp, 11217 FM 2970, Athens, TX75751
• Registration Deadline: Sunday, June 22 at 11:00 p.m.
  This is the deadline to register, update information, and complete payment. Late additions, substitutions, and walk-ins cannot be accommodated.
• Cancellation Policy: View the Circle Ten Council Refund & Cancellation Policy HERE and under Attachments. 

Registration Costs

• Scouts: $225 each
• Adults: $150 each

Registration Types
Registration is by unit or as Mavericks (lone Scouts) may attend.

• Unit Registration:
  • This is for at least two Scouts and at least two adults who are currently registered with the unit as direct contact leaders.
• Maverick Scouts (lone Scouts):
  • This is for Scouts not attending with their unit.
  • Each Maverick Scout must be accompanied by at least one parent/guardian. The parent/guardian must be a currently registered member of the troop.

Class Offerings

• Trail to First Class: rank advancement for Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class. This is designed for Scouts who have not reached the rank of First Class.
• Merit Badges: Art, Basketry, First Aid, Leatherwork, Sculpture, Swimming, Woodcarving

Information Required During Check-in

• LEGAL First and Last Name
  You MUST provide the full legal name for adults to ensure their background check is not delayed.
• Middle Name (adults - optional)
• Unit Type and Number
• Scout rank
• Scouting America Membership ID (youth and registered adult leaders)
• Youth Protection Training date taken (adults)
• Cell Phone Number & Email Address (adults)
• Date of birth (all)
• Gender (all)
• Parent Information (Youth)
• Emergency Contact Information (Adults)
• Dietary, Allergy, and Medical Concerns
• Agree to Background Check (adults)

Documents Required at Check-In

• Units: Official unit roster downloaded from my.scouting.org
• Individuals: copy of your Scouting America membership ID (HERE)
• Annual Medical Health Form AB (all participants)
• Adult In-Camp State Compliance Form (adults)
• Youth Protection Certificate (adults)
• Non-Circle Ten Council units: printed copy of your council's Certificate of Liability Insurance (obtain from your local council).

Event Contacts

• Camp Director: Jamel Holmes, jamel.holmes@scouting.org, 972.504.3113
• Business Manager: Kristen Conrad, kristen.conrad@scouting.org, 945.253.4380
• Registration Assistance: Paula Bramble, paula.bramble@scouting.org, 214.902.6707