Specialty Programs at Camp Minsi

Fill your days with adventure!

Camp Minsi offers specialty programs for older Scouts and Venturers who want extra challenge, adventure, and independence during summer camp. Spend your mornings in camp working on merit badges, advancement, or open programs, then head out for an afternoon adventure in the Poconos.

Most specialty programs take place on a specific day of the week. Some require an additional fee, and some have age or swimming requirements. Be sure to review each program before registering.

All programs are led by trained staff or approved providers with appropriate safety protocols.

Who these programs are for

Best for Scouts who:

Are 13+ or experienced campers
Want fewer merit badges and more adventure
Are comfortable being off-site for part of the day

Quick Planning Guide

Compare all specialty programs at a glance.
Each program takes up a full afternoon (or more). Most Scouts choose 1–2 per week.

Program	Day	Requirements
Horseback Riding	Mon	—
Mountain Biking	Thr	—
Muck Hike	Wed	—
Rafting	Wed
Rock Climbing	Fri	—
Ropes Course	Tue	—
Shooting	Tue

Intensity:  = High intensity ·  = Moderate/Fun
Fee:  = Included ·  = Additional fee
Requirements:  = Swimmer classification required ·  = Age requirement

Off-Site Adventures (Leave Camp)

Horseback Riding at The Ranch

Mon

Take a novice-friendly guided ride through gently sloping hills and wooded trails on horseback.

Good for: Scouts who want a relaxed outdoor adventure
Fee: Additional fee applies

Treetop Adventures at Gorilla Grove

Tue

Challenge yourself on a treetop ropes course with tightropes, rope net climbs, swinging logs, moving tunnels, platforms, and quad-racing zip lines.

Good for: Scouts who enjoy heights, obstacles, and active challenges
Fee: Additional fee applies

Whitewater Rafting on the Lehigh

Wed

Take on an eight-mile rafting trip on the Lehigh River with an afternoon of fun and Class III rapids.

Good for: Scouts looking for a high-energy river adventure
Requirements: Must classify as a swimmer
Fee: Additional fee applies

Mountain Biking in the Lehigh Gorge

Thr

Ride a 25-mile trail through the Lehigh Gorge featuring rock formations, waterfalls, and wildlife.

Good for: Scouts who want an active outdoor ride
Included: Bicycle and helmet rental
Fee: Additional fee applies

Natural Face Rock Climbing at Eagle Point

Fri

Develop belaying, climbing, and rappelling skills on 60-foot cliffs overlooking Tobyhanna Creek.

Good for: Scouts who want a physical challenge and climbing experience
Fee: Additional fee applies

In-Camp Specialty Experiences

Western Shooting Experience at the ranges

Tue

Try rifles, shotguns, and revolvers on interactive targets in a new shooting sports experience.

Requirements: At least 14 years old, or 13 and completed 8th grade
Fee: No additional fee

The Minsi Muck Hike in the swamps

Wed

Hike - and occasionally swim - through thick mud in one of Camp Minsi’s most memorable adventure experiences.

Fee: No additional fee

How to Choose

These programs are a great fit for Scouts who:

Want something beyond the standard merit badge routine
Enjoy outdoor challenge and adventure
Like planning part of their week around a featured activity

Before You Register

Check the day of the week for each program before planning your schedule. Pay close attention to added fees, age restrictions, and swimmer requirements where listed.