(2019) Summer 2019 - Jurassic Falls

Our 2019 theme of “Jurassic Falls” brought the past into the present as dinosaurs, cavemen, and other prehistoric party animals joined over 2,800 Scouts in a summer of fun and exciting opportunities. The Dino Deep Dig, Caveman Crawl, and Bedrock Blast rounded out a week of prehistoric proportions!

Merit Badge Stats:

• # of Merit Badges
  • Partial: 1,829
  • Complete: 7,994
  • Total: 9,823
• Merit Badge Completion Rate: 81.4%
• Top 10 Merit Badges
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • First Aid
  • Environmental Science
  • Citizenship in the World
  • Citizenship in the Nation
  • Game Design
  • Camping
  • Wood Carving
  • Cooking

Staff Member of the Year: Patrick White
Counselor in Training of the Year: Dax Lyon

Camp Improvements for 2019::

• Two new merit badge offerings — Law (Civics) and Nuclear Science (STEM), as well as drone racing and VR equipment at STEM
• Three campsites – Shenandoah, Shoshone, and Pueblo – received new tents and platforms
• New doors, windows, and internal walls were installed at the STEM Center, and a new walkway was built outside of Unami Lodge – courtesy of Troop 542 (Baden Powell District)
• Improved unit check-in with the camp leadership team at the Resica Elementary School

What Leaders & Units Are Saying

“Best camp staff – knowledgeable, helpful, and committeed.” - Troop 150, Patriot’s Path Council

“The staff and the facility are the prime reasons for out troop’s continued attendance at RFSR. It is the premier example of how a camp should run – exceptional!” – Troop 315, Cradle of Liberty Council

“First time here and thoroughly impressed; staff very good.” – Troop 545, Hawk Mountain Council

“Program was best run this year. Chris Brenner hits a home run and cleared the bases. His staff and Steve Mach were incredible!” – Troop 320, Cradle of Liberty Council

“Kids are sweaty, stinky, tired, and happy. Overall a good experience; Resica never disappoints!” – Troop 577, Cradle of Liberty Council