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Reserve Your Spot at Onteora for 2026!

As your week at Onteora comes to a close, don’t miss the chance to lock in your favorite campsite for next summer. During check-out, your unit can place a $200 non-refundable campsite deposit to reserve the same week and site for 2026. Once camp ends, all unclaimed sites are opened up — so don’t wait to secure your spot.

New to Onteora?

Experience the magic of the Catskills and see why Scouts call Onteora home each summer. To reserve your 2026 week, contact Kevin Shea at Kevin.Shea@Scouting.org. After that, you can manage payments and Merit Badge sign-ups directly through your account on onteora.org.

Campsites fill quickly — early reservations are the best way to guarantee your preferred week and site.

Note: The $200 campsite deposit applies toward your total camp fees and is not an additional charge.

2026 Camp Fees

Youth Scout: $695
Adult Leader: $310

New Unit Discount

We’re excited to welcome new and returning units to Onteora!
If your troop or crew is new to Onteora or hasn’t attended in the past five summers, you qualify for the New Unit Rate of $500 per Scout.

It’s a great way to experience everything Onteora offers — from adventure to tradition — at a special reduced rate.

Payment Deadlines

Scout Deposit: $100 per Scout – Due March 15, 2026
Final Balance: Due May 15, 2026
Late Fee: $30 per Scout for missed deadlines

Early Bird Savings:
We’ll continue to honor the early bird rate for:

  • All new Scouts attending camp for the first time

  • Any Scout applying for a campership

This helps families plan ahead while still getting the best possible value.

2026 Program Guide

The full 2026 Onteora Program Guide will be released on April 15, 2026.
It will include updated schedules, program highlights, merit badge offerings, and special events for the upcoming season.

Merit Badge Registration

Merit Badge sign-up opens May 15, 2026, the same day final payments are due. Scouts can only register once their full balances are paid — so be sure to complete payments early to secure your top class choices.