BOVAY SCOUT RANCH

Bovay Scout Ranch

Enjoy all the wonder and beauty of the central Texas rolling hills and lakes at Bovay Scout Ranch. Bovay Scout Ranch has a variety of camping opportunities for everyone from Cub Scouts to Boy Scout troops and Venture Crews. Bovay has year round camping program opportunities for all levels of Cub Scouts including weekend family Adventure Camps, summer resident camp and the new Webelos Coyote Trail Extreme Adventure Camp. Conveniently located just 60 minutes from downtown Houston, Bovay Scout Ranch can be found just three miles south of Navasota on the east side of Highway 6 on County Road 317.

2013 Bovay Leader's Guide
2013 Bovay Flyer (for all camps)
Advancement Opportunities
Bovay Brochure
Questions
Map

Adventure Camp

Adventure Camp is a weekend camp out for Cub Scouts and their families. Admission covers three meals in the air conditioned dining hall and the scout's activity supplies. Activities typically include BB guns, archery, water park (weather permitting) and one or two program areas (e.g., BMX bikes, dino dig, mine, nature center, Indian village). Bovay staff members provide the program supplies. Packs, Dens and individual families may register.

Adventure Camp 2013 Leader's Guide
Camper Release Form
Evaluation Form
Roster

Spring 2013:
Adventure Camp Registration: Spring 2013

Fall 2013:
Adventure Camp Registration 9/27-29/2013
Adventure Camp Registration 10/04-06/2013
Adventure Camp Registration 10/25-27/2013
Adventure Camp Registration 11/08-10/2013
Adventure Camp Registration 11/22-24/2013
Adventure Camp Registration 12/06-08/2013

Spring 2014:
Adventure Camp Registration 2/28-3/02/2014

Adventure Camp Registration 3/07-09/2014
Adventure Camp Registration 3/28-30/2014
Adventure Camp Registration 4/04-06/2014
Adventure Camp Registration 4/25-27/2014
Adventure Camp Registration 5/16-18/2014

Summer Resident Camp

Cub Scout Resident camp is a three-night camp out for Scouts entering 2nd – 5th grade the following school year. From Scout skills to rank advancements, these camps are full of fun and learning. Scouts attending resident camp are also encouraged to register for District Day Camp as the advancements offered at Resident Camp add to those offered at Day Camp. Resident include activities such as: seeking treasure in the Lost Mine, archeological quest at the Dinosaur Dig, high speed pedal action at the BMX Bike Track, Robin Hood Style adventure at the Archery Range, marksmanship at Fort Bluebell’s BB Gun Range, action at the K.S. “Bud” Adams Sports Field, Pow Wow at the Indian Village, exploring camp at the Nature Center, and splashing in the water at the David Weekley Family Water Park. Registration is due by Tuesday, June 18.

2013 Resident Camp Leader's Guide
Resident Camp Flyer
Adult in Camp Compliance Form
Camper Release Form
Evaluation Form
Health Roster
Roster

2013 Reservations:
Session 1: July 7-10 (Sun at 2 pm - Wed at 11:00 am

Session 2: July 10 - 13 (Wed at 2 pm - Sat at 11:00 am)

Session 3: July 14 - 17 (Sun at 2 pm - Wed at 11:00 am)
Session 4: July 17 - 20 (Wed at 2 pm - Sat at 11:00 am)
Session 5: July 21 - 24 (Sun at 2 pm - Wed at 11:00 am)
Session 6: July 24 - 27 (Wed at 2 pm - Sat at 11:00 am)
Session 7: July 28 - 31 (Sun at 2 pm - Wed at 11:00 am)
Session 8: July 31 - Aug 3 (Wed at 2 pm - Sat at 11:00 am)

Webelos Coyote Trail Xtreme Adventure Camp (CTX)

Webelos Coyote Trail Xtreme is a specialty Adventure Camp weekend for 4th and 5th grade Webelos. During this fast paced fun filled weekend, Webelos work on Arrow of Light requirements while trekking across the Ranch to exciting Outpost program areas. Webelos are introduced to the patrol method giving them a unique experience into the importance of team work and an introduction to Boy Scouts. Space is limited, so register early.

Webelos Coyote Extreme Registration (fall 2013, coming soon)
Webelos Coyote Extreme Leader's Guide (2013 version coming soon)
Webelos Coyote Extreme flyer
Evaluation Form
Roster

Weekend Unit Camping

Troops, Teams, Crews, Packs, or Webelos Dens can enjoy the wondrous beauty of Bovay's rolling hills, trails and vast open spaces. Campsites, restrooms and showers will be available, but the program areas and dining hall are not available for use during this type of camping.

Weekend Camping 2013 Leader's Guide
Evaluation Form
Roster

Spring 2013:
Weekend Camping Registration: Spring 2013

Fall 2013:
Weekend Camping Registration 9/13-15/2013
Weekend Camping Registration 9/20-22/2013
Weekend Camping Registration 10/11-13/2013
Weekend Camping Registration 11/1-3/2013
Weekend Camping Registration 11/15-17/2013
Weekend Camping Registration 12/13-15/2013

Spring 2014:
Weekend Camping Registration 2/7-9/2014
Weekend Camping Registration 2/14-16/2014
Weekend Camping Registration 2/21-23/2014

Weekend Camping Registration 3/14-16/2014
Weekend Camping Registration 3/21-23/2014
Weekend Camping Registration 5/2-4/2014
Weekend Camping Registration 5/9-11/2014
Weekend Camping Registration 5/30/2014 - 6/1/2014

Duke Energy Camporee Area

Districts may camp at the Duke Energy Camporee site. This 100 acre primitive camporee area is nestled between the rolling hills and prairies of Bovay Scout Ranch. Reserve the Camporee site through your District Executive.

Bovay Port-O-Let Supplier Information
Roster

Camp Staff

Bovay Scout Ranch is looking for dedicated volunteers and paid staff to serve Scouting by working at Adventure Camp and Resident Camp. The requirements are stiff; the jobs are demanding; the experience is exhilarating.

Camp Staff Application(16+)
Junior Staff Application (ages 14-15)
Volunteer Staff Application