Pipsico Scout Reservation

Located in Surry County, Virginia, Pipsico Scout Reservation offers Scouts outdoor fun and adventure. This scenic camp stretches over 916 acres, including a mile and a half of shoreline along the historic James River.

Find your way to Pipsico map with compass

Scouts BSA Summer Camp

Join us for summer 2024!

We are excited to welcome you to Pipsico Scout Reservation in 2024!

Week #1 – June 23 to June 29, 2024
Week #2 – June 30 to July 6, 2024
Week #3 – July 7 to July 13, 2024
Week #4 – July 14 to July 20, 2024

Save the dates for summer 2025!

Week #1 – June 22 to June 28, 2025
Week #2 – June 29 to July 5, 2025
Week #3 – July 6 to July 12, 2025
Week #4 – July 13 to July 19, 2025

Summer Adventure Programs

Take your adventure to the next level!

Looking for something a little bit different? Pipsico offers three Summer Adventure Program opportunities. Each is operated in parallel with base camp, and was developed for more experienced Scouts.

  • Sail Hampton Roads: A full week of sailing and nightly port visits on the James and Elizabeth Rivers
  • SCUBA Camp: Earn “Open Water Diver” SCUBA Certification and your SCUBA Merit Badge
  • PEX: Take your adventure to the next level with the adrenaline-fueled Pipsico Experience

Wood Badge

April 11-13, 2025 and May 3-4, 2025

Wood Badge is the preeminent Scouting leadership program for adult leaders. Wood Badge courses make Scouters better leaders by teaching advanced leadership skills, and by creating a bond amongst leaders working toward improving Scouting for all.

Attending Wood Badge is an amazing personal experience. Participants develop lasting friendships. The personal and professional skills learned at Wood Badge help Scouts, Scouting units, and even benefit participants in their careers.