Summer Camp 2010 at the
Mataguay Scout Ranch!
Join us for a summer of Scouting fun at the Mataguay Scout Ranch! This beautiful 840 acre ranch is located in oak and pine forests, 3,200 feet above sea level in the mountains northeast of San Diego. Mataguay is a BSA accredited facility and is known as one of the Western Region's finest Scout camps!
NEW Program Features!
- Mataguay Expedition Force - a Trek-type program
- Mataguay Messenger - covering the Journalism, Photography and Radio Merit Badges
- Final Frontiersmen - covering the Astronomy, Engineering and Space Exploration Merit Badges
- Geocaching
RETURNING Program Features!
- Enhanced Pathfinders, Tritons, COPE, Mt Bikes, Horses
- Waterdogs, Hikes, Campfire Programs, Dragon Boats competition, Campwide Games
- Scoutmaster Big Splash, Scoutmaster Breakfast, Scoutmaster Shoot
- Rugged Os, Big O BBQ, Family Dinner and more!
Two COPE Courses!
Our camp features TWO COPE Challenge Courses! Our high course will test the skills and willpower of older Scouts, while the new low COPE course will present exciting team challenges to your Patrol or Troop.
Horsemanship Merit Badge!
Our Horsemanship Merit Badge program includes trail horse rides, horse handling shows and demonstrations.
Fly High with the Aviation Merit Badge!
Our exciting Aviation Merit Badge program features a real-live glider flight at the nearby Warner Springs airport!
Combine these exciting programs with our Patrol-based campsites, two recently renovated pools, our 2,800 square foot Silva Lodge deck (home of our popular Western BBQ), 20+ merit badge courses and a dedicated staff ready to serve your Scouts, and you've got a fantastic Boy Scout summer camp experience!
Available Merit Badges (5 new, 41 total)
Aquatics
Canoeing
Lifesaving
Rowing
Swimming
Handicraft
Art
Basketry
Leatherwork
Pottery
Sculpture
Woodcarving
Nature
Environmental Science
Fish and Wildlife Management
Forestry
Mammal Study
Nature
Outdoor Skills
Camping
Fly Fishing (new for 2010)
Fishing
First Aid
Horsemanship
Indian Lore
Orienteering
Pioneering
Wilderness Survival
Personal Development
Citizenship in the Nation (new for 2010)
Citizenship in the World (new for 2010)
Science & Communication
Astronomy
Aviation
Communications
Engineering (new for 2010)
Geology
Journalism
Photography (new for 2010)
Radio
Soil and Water Conservation
Space Exploration
Weather
Shooting Sports
Archery
Rifle
Shotgun Shooting
High Adventure
Climbing
Watch this list for updates, as other merit badges may be added. Online registration for merit badges is scheduled to commence on May 1.
Camp Dates
We will offer 5 action-packed weeks of Boy Scout summer camp. SIGN UP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT! Sessions will fill up QUICKLY!
- Session 1 ~ June 27 - July 3
- Session 2 ~ July 5 - 10 *
- Session 3 ~ July 11 - 18
- Session 4 ~ July 18 - 24
- Session 5 ~ July 25 - 31
* Note: Session 2 (July 5-10) is a Monday to Saturday Camp and will include special program features for the San Diego - Imperial Council LDS Troops in attendance. All other sessions are Sunday to Saturday.
REGISTER ONLINE to reserve your spot TODAY!
Buddy Camp
Your unit is not attending camp at Mataguay Scout Ranch this summer, but you want to attend? You can, as part of our Buddy Camp program. You'll be joined other Scouts for your week of fun and adventure.
BUDDY CAMP APPLICATION (Coming Soon)
Employment Opportunities:
We are no longer accepting applications for MSR Staff.
Camperships
Partial camperships are available for those families who need financial assistance. Download a campership application.
Questions?
Contact the camping department by phone (619) 298-6121 ext. 246, fax (619) 682-3858, or email sdiccamp@scouting.org.