Nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, Camp Thunderbird offers an unforgettable summer adventure for Cub Scouts entering 1st–5th grade. From thrilling outdoor activities to lifelong friendships, every Scout will embark on an adventure filled with exploration, learning, and fun!
At Camp Thunderbird, Scouts will experience:
Outdoor Exploration – Hike through scenic trails, explore the wilderness, and learn essential outdoor skills.
Aquatic Adventures – Swim, canoe, and splash in our beautiful lake!
STEM & Scouting Skills – Learn skills like knot-tying, orienteering, and more through hands-on activities.
Range and Target Activities – Try archery and BB gun ranges in a safe, supervised environment.
Campfire Magic – Enjoy songs, skits, and stories under a sky full of stars.
Teamwork & Leadership – Build confidence and friendships that last a lifetime!
Camp Thunderbird Cub Scout Summer Camp is open to all registered Cub Scouts entering 1st–5th grade.
A Safe & Supportive Environment – Trained staff ensure a fun, structured, and safe experience for all Scouts.
Unplug & Explore – Scouts get a break from screens and spend time outdoors, building confidence and independence.
The Scouting Experience at Its Best – Every activity is designed to build character, leadership, and teamwork in an exciting outdoor setting.
Calling All Cosmic Adventurers and Future Leaders!
Embark on a summer that’s truly out of this world at Camp Thunderbird, where every day is a new mission in the epic saga of Scouting. As we prepare for the 2025 Summer Camp Staff, we’re searching for passionate and spirited individuals ready to lead the next generation of space explorers and create an unforgettable adventure for Cub Scouts.
Join the Galactic Adventure at Camp Thunderbird!
This summer, blast off to an unforgettable Cub Scout adventure at Camp Thunderbird! Get ready for a week of interstellar fun, cosmic discoveries, and stellar friendships among the stars.
At Camp Thunderbird, you’ll explore the “forest of constellations,” cool off in the “crater lake,” and master new “mission-critical skills” that will prepare you for any challenge. End each day with your fellow Scouts around the “cosmic campfire,” sharing stories under a blanket of stars.
It’s not just a camp—it’s a summer filled with fun, growth, and out-of-this-world experiences that will launch you into the adventure of a lifetime!
This summer camp is open to any registered Cub Scout who will be entering the 1st grade (Tiger) through 5th grade (Arrow of Light) in the Fall of 2025.
Pricing:
Cub Scout: $335
Adult: $135
Campership applications are open and can be applied for up to 50% of the youth’s camp fee.
For questions or registration support, contact Tricia at tricia.salazar@scouting.org or (360) 325-7807.
Every Youth and Adult must have a completed and current Health and Medical Form.
Current-Dated within the last 12 months.
Part C, which includes a pre camp physical is recommended but not required as the 2025 Summer Camp sessions are less than 72 hours.
All health forms must be turned in at Check-in. No digital forms.
Please include a copy of your medical card (Front and back) or your Military ID (front only).
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Check-in starts at 8:45 AM. Camp Staff will not be available before 8:45 AM. Check-in as a unit with all attending adults and youth.
Scouts cannot be dropped off without appropriate unit adult leadership.
Leave all belongings in your vehicles. You only need your medical forms and medications for check in.
All vehicles must be backed-in to their parking spots. Vehicles will be parked in the main Camp Thunderbird parking lot while overflow and oversized vehicles will be parked in the Camp Akela parking lot across the street.
Only authorized service vehicles will be permitted past the gates,
Your unit will have scheduled campsite pack up times. Please do not let campsite pack up time make you late or miss camp events.
Your unit will stage their belongings at a designated location in the campsite. Your staff guide will approve your campsite is clean and your unit is ready to leave camp.
You may then proceed to the parking lot and meet a camp commissioner (or other available camp staff member) for your check-out packet. A great chance for a picture at our Thunderbird sign!
Your unit members may then load up their vehicles and safely leave camp.
All visitors MUST check-in and check-out at the camp office.
Any part-time adults must check-in at the camp office WITH the adult they are replacing who will check-out.
If a youth or adult need to leave camp for any reason, they must check-out at the camp office. Any adults picking up youth will be verified with the Authorized to Take Scouts To and From Events section of the Health and Medical Form. Please ensure you fill this out prior to camp.
The duty of supervision falls on the unit and the adults of that unit.
Every youth and adult must bring their complete uniform for flags and meals.
Some units have different expectations for uniform etiquette so please follow your home unit’s standards.
All clothing (including at the waterfront) must be appropriate. Any images or wording that do not align with the Scouting ideals are not appropriate. We recommend clothing that prioritizes fit and function over fashion.
Every participant must wear closed foot footwear. This means that any part of the foot inside the shoe should not be visible. We recommend watershoes/watersocks at the waterfront.
Please contact the following Camp Leadership with questions or concerns.
Tricia Salazar – Tricia.Salazar@scouting.org
Tyler Fine – Tyler.Fine@scouting.org
Michael Rogers – Program Director Michael.Rogers@scouting.org
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