Scoutcraft & Skills
Fire without matches. Eggs cooked in an orange. A 100-year-old canvas tent erected under the clock. Six stations, two rotations, one relay at the end — the classic skills of Scouting, put to the test in the field.
October 9-12, 2026 | Inman Hill, Mendon, MA
More Than Just a Weekend in the Woods.
Scouting is about the perspective you gain and the people you meet along the way. Join us this holiday weekend as we celebrate 100 years of history, leadership, and service. Whether you're a Scout, an alum, or a local family, come help us keep the campfire burning. Rain or shine, we're making memories.
Countdown to Camporee
Main events are Saturday and Sunday, with programming across the full weekend.
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What to Expect
This isn't just a schedule of events; it's a four-day journey. From the quiet discipline of morning flag ceremonies to the triumphant chaos of a camp-wide rocket launch, the weekend is carefully designed to forge character, test skills, and celebrate community.
STEM & Rockets
Saturday's station rotations put aerospace in the hands of every patrol. Sunday morning, the whole camp launches solid-fuel rockets together — the payoff for everything built the day before.
History & Community
Walking in the footsteps of the past. Beyond the woods, Scouts will explore living history with the Mendon Resolves reenactment, navigate with local orienteering clubs, and engage in K9 demonstrations with the local police.
Campfire & Brotherhood
The heart of the weekend. Saturday night is reserved for the centennial campfire: a roar of troop skits, songs, run-ons, and stories shared under the stars. The earlier Scoutmaster Cook-off sets the festive mood.
Event rules: campfires only in portable fire pits; exceptions by 1926 Committee. Fires subject to Mendon Fire Chief approval that weekend — dry conditions may mean a fireless weekend (event runs either way); we're asking Akela and Baloo for good weather.
The Centennial Patch
Every registered camper receives the official Mendon Centennial Camporee commemorative patch — a one-time piece of Mendon Scouting history. No activities required: just register.
- Included with every unit registration
- Day visitors may purchase one on site — quantities limited
- Backpack in to earn the exclusive hiked-in patch
Updates
Registration & Program Details
Registration opens June 1, 2026. Unit packets, volunteer sign-ups, and full activity schedules will be released at that time. Sign up for email updates to be notified.
Request UpdatesProjected Attendance
Approximately 300 youth and adults are expected, including Scouts from associated towns, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, and alumni.
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