Centennial Camporee

Scouts from associated towns, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, alumni, and invited community members are welcome — this is an inclusive centennial celebration open to the broader Scout family.

Current planning estimates around 300 youth and adults participating over the holiday weekend.

$175 for the troop and two leaders — covers unit registration, two leaders, facilities, consumables, and event awards (includes commemorative patches for both leaders). $15 per additional scouter (each youth or adult beyond the two leaders) — includes a commemorative centennial patch. Day visits are free. View full pricing details.

Registration opens June 1, 2026. Activity schedules, volunteer opportunities, and unit packet details will be shared at that time. Submit an interest form to receive updates as soon as they're available.

Day visits are free. Two options are available:

• Saturday Scout program visit — attend the Scoutcraft rotations, relay competition, and evening campfire.
• Sunday demonstration day (10:30 AM–12:30 PM) — open to the whole community; K9 demos, orienteering, mushroom hunting, historical reenactments, public safety displays.

Parking is at 98 Inman Hill Road, Mendon, MA 01756 (follow event signage) — the primary overnight lot. Food is available for purchase on site. Please register your visit so we can plan for your group.

Backpacking troops hike in on Friday night and camp in the designated backpacking area for the full weekend. Space is limited and requires early, special registration — contact us before spots fill.

Final hike-in routes are confirmed with the committee in June 2026. Until then, Henry P. Clough Elementary School, Quisset Road, Daniels Farm, Hop Brook, and other trailheads are suggestions for planning only. Troops should travel light with everything needed for the full weekend (pack-in / pack-out, Leave No Trace).

Contact us to inquire about backpacking availability.

Inman Hill in Mendon, Massachusetts. View the event location map. Primary event and overnight parking is at 98 Inman Hill Road. Henry P. Clough Elementary School and Miscoe Hill Middle School are approved for alternate or backpacking vehicle parking when coordinated with the committee (see Camper Resources).

Campfires and open flames are only allowed in portable fire pits. No ground fires. All fires are subject to approval that weekend by the Mendon Fire Department Chief. In overly dry conditions we may need to run a fireless weekend — the event will go on either way; we're asking Akela and Baloo to deliver us good weather.

Leave No Trace applies throughout the event; camp only in assigned zones. Full rules are on Camper Resources → Event Rules. For exceptions (e.g., ceremonial fires), contact the 1926 Committee in advance.

Yes — from two sources running all weekend:

• Lions Club: Snack bar open Saturday 10:30 AM–2:30 PM. A Sunday breakfast option is also available from the Lions Club.
• Troop 1 Trading Post: Grab-and-go snacks and candy available for purchase all weekend long.

Units are responsible for their own breakfasts and dinners, prepared at their campsites.

Camping Essentials

• Tent (with ground cloth/footprint)
• Sleeping bag (rated for 30–40°F — October nights in New England)
• Sleeping pad
• Portable fire pit (ground fires not permitted)

Clothing & Personal Gear

• Scout uniform (Class A for ceremonies; Class B for activities)
• Rain gear (jacket and pants)
• Warm layers (fleece, wool, or synthetic — avoid cotton)
• Sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots
• Hat and gloves (fall mornings can be cold)
• Change of clothes

Food & Water

• Mess kit (plate, bowl, cup, utensils)
• Water bottle (refillable, at least 1 liter)
• Troop meals and cooking supplies for breakfasts and dinners
• Snacks (Lions Club snack bar Saturday + Sunday; Troop 1 Trading Post open all weekend)

Day Pack for Activities

• Small backpack or day pack
• Sunscreen and insect repellent
• Personal medications
• Notebook and pencil
• Compass (for orienteering station)

Extras

• Flashlight or headlamp (with extra batteries)
• Patches for trading
• Camp chair (optional)
• Camera

What NOT to bring: Firearms, fireworks, alcohol, or anything that violates BSA policy. Leave valuables and unnecessary electronics at home. Ground fires and open flames outside portable fire pits are not permitted.

Backpacking troops: pack light — you carry everything in and out. See registration for backpacker requirements.

The event runs rain or shine — it's a Scout campout! Pack rain gear and expect some New England fall weather. Programming may shift for safety during severe weather; updates go to registered unit leaders at headquarters. See the Emergency Action Plan.

Refunds: 50% refund on registration fees for cancellations before September 10, 2026. No refund after September 10.

Event cancellation: The camporee runs rain or shine. The 1926 Committee would only cancel the event in extraordinary circumstances — a declared state of emergency, ground conditions too unsafe to park (e.g., severe storm flooding), or an active hurricane threat. If the fire department determines conditions are too dry for safe fires, campfire programming may be adjusted but the event continues. In the event of a full cancellation, registered units will be notified by email and registration fees will be refunded.

All participants must have a completed BSA Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR) Parts A and B on file with their unit leader. Part C (physician signature) is not required for this event. Unit leaders should bring physical copies of their roster's AHMR forms to check-in — they will not be collected, but may be requested by on-site medical staff.

Download the current AHMR form from scouting.org/health-and-safety/ahmr/. Questions? Email info@mendoncentennialcamporee.org.

Yes — we want every Scout to be part of this centennial. A few things to know about the site:

• Inman Hill has unpaved roads and rolling field terrain — not fully ADA-accessible for unassisted wheelchair use across all areas.
• Accessible drive-up camping is available for participants who need to stay close to a vehicle. Please arrange this in advance with the committee.
• An ADA-compliant portable restroom will be on site.

If your Scout has mobility, sensory, dietary, or other needs, email us at info@mendoncentennialcamporee.org before registering so we can make sure everything is in place. No Scout should be left out.

The event is fully staffed for a safe weekend. On-site support includes:

• Nursing staff available throughout the event
• Police and fire department support on site
• Dedicated parking attendants
• 24-hour administrative support at event headquarters

For medical emergencies, call 911 first, then report to event headquarters. Emergency contact details specific to the event weekend will be distributed to all registered unit leaders before October 9. See the Emergency Action Plan for full response procedures.

Yes! Patch trading tables will be set up at the camporee. Every registered camper receives a commemorative centennial camporee patch (included in the $15 per-additional-scouter registration). A special Troop 1 Mendon 100-year patch will also be available. Bring patches from your troop or previous events to trade with Scouts from across the region.

No Scout should be turned away for lack of funds. If registration cost is a barrier for your Scout or unit, email us at info@mendoncentennialcamporee.org — the 1926 Committee handles hardship requests directly and will make it work. All requests are handled confidentially.

Lost and found is managed at event headquarters throughout the weekend. After the event, unclaimed items will be held by the 1926 Committee for two weeks. To claim something, email info@mendoncentennialcamporee.org with a description. After two weeks, unclaimed items will be donated — and any leftover committee funds from the event will be donated to the Mendon Food Pantry.

Email the 1926 Committee at info@mendoncentennialcamporee.org or use the contact form. Administrative support is available 24 hours during the event weekend.