SCOUTING at HF&G

Hopewell Fish and Game Association is proud to support the Boy Scouts of America and Cub Scouts by offering free primitive camping and a wide range of service and outdoor opportunities. Our partnership with scouting organizations provides young people with valuable experiences in leadership, responsibility, and conservation while strengthening ties with the local community.

CAMPING OPPORTUNITIES

• Primitive Camping Only: Tent camping is available in the designated scout camping area.

• Cost: Camping is provided at no charge 

• Service Requirement: Each scout group must complete at least one service project during their stay.

• Arrival & Departure: Scouts may arrive Fridays after 3:30 PM during the school year and stay until Sundays at 2 PM.

• Departure Checklist: All camping areas must be spot-checked and cleared of debris and trash before leaving.

Service Projects (required to camp)

Service projects are a condition of camping and help scouts contribute to the upkeep of the facility.

Examples include:
• Litter patrol on club grounds, trails, and roadways

• Emptying trash cans into the clubhouse dumpster

• Stacking firewood in the clubhouse

• Collecting shotgun shells on the Sporting Clays course

Leaders may coordinate with the Scouting Committee Chairman, Richard Rasmussen, to select the appropriate service project. 

Facilities & Guidelines

Shelter-in-Place Areas
• Range pavilions
• Archery pavilion
• Clubhouse pavilion
• Clubhouse building
These areas are approved for use during inclement weather or thunderstorms.

Firewood & Campfires
• Fires permitted in the designated fire rings (campsite & clubhouse pavilion)
• All fires must be fully extinguished before departure
• Water sources: clubhouse hose and pond (for campsite fire ring)
• Only dead and downed trees may be used for firewood (cutting by adults only)
• No chainsaw or axe use by scouts
• Firewood stored under the fire shack pavilion is for club use only

Restrooms
• Porta-john available near the campsite (by rifle range)
• Clubhouse restrooms may be used only in emergencies or during inclement weather

Cooking Facilities
• Portable flat-top Chargriller available upon request (leaders must supply propane)
• Campfire cooking permitted at designated rings
• Clubhouse pavilion may be used for dining if desired
• Limited kitchen access for dishwashing (self-sufficiency preferred)

Pond Use
• Catch-and-release fishing only
• Scouts must be supervised by an adult leader at all times
• No swimming permitted
• Fishing gear may be brought by scouts, or borrowed through coordination with the Scouting Committee

Hiking Trails
• Trails open for scout use February 1 – October 1
• Trails closed October 1 – February 1 for deer hunting season
• During closure, scout activities are limited to the camping area, pond, and clubhouse/common areas 

Eagle Scout Project Opportunities

Hopewell Fish and Game supports scouts pursuing their Eagle Scout Award. Multiple project opportunities are available and can be coordinated through the Scouting Committee Chairman.

All New Birth of Freedom Council scouts are welcome to participate.

Conclusion

By opening its grounds and facilities, Hopewell Fish and Game Association provides scouts with the opportunity to experience the outdoors, develop leadership skills, and contribute to the stewardship of community resources. Our goal is to foster a lasting partnership with scouting organizations while giving young people a safe, meaningful place to learn and grow.

For more information or to coordinate a camping trip or Eagle Project, please complete the form below.