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The heat of a campfire at night, the THWONK! of an arrow hitting its target, the smell of bacon being grilled over a fire in the morning…
These are just some of the experiences you can have while enjoying the outdoors with your family at Gamehaven Scout Camp! Our camp staff has worked hard to make Gamehaven a place where everyone can come and enjoy being together in the outdoors, with none of the stress and hassle of a “high-adventure” experience.
Gamehaven Scout Camp has indoor toilets, showers, and handwashing (only during the warm season), electricity, cell service, and is less than a five-minute drive from any major convenience needed. You can take half an hour to run to Caribou in the morning, or to go to the Target down the road if you forget something. Order through certain delivery services and you can even get items delivered right to the camp parking lot!
Whether it’s your first time camping outside, or your one-hundredth, we want to make this a great experience for you; because our mission is to
Bring Outdoor Adventure to Everyone!
Camp Director - Brady Geary
Brady Geary (they/he) is the director of Gamehaven Scout Camp and works full-time for the Gamehaven Council as the Council Program Director. Brady’s first role on camp staff was as a Counselor-In-Training at Fred C. Anderson Scout Camp in Sommerset, Wisconsin. Since that point, they have served as a leadership trainer, kitchen manager, climbing director, and camp program director at various camps in the midwest. This is their fourth year as the Gamehaven Scout Camp Director.
Camp Caretaker - John DeStazio
John DeStazio (he/him) is the live-in caretaker at Gamehaven Scout Camp, responsible for facilitating check-in and check-out at camp, in addition to assisting with some maintenance and grounds work at camp. John is a veteran of Scouting with many jamborees, campouts, and memories from the United States and beyond.
Camp Forms
Camp Contacts
Camp Director | Brady Geary
Camp Address
5015 Simpson Rd. SE, Rochester MN 55904
Council Office Address
511 Northern Hills Dr NE, Ste#2, Rochester, MN 55906
Join a Camp Committee or Crew!
It takes a village to run a successful Scout Camp! In addition to our professional staff, we are supported by many volunteer committees and work crews:
Campmaster Corps
Volunteer campsite hosts who help ensure safety and hospitality for weekend groups.
CONTACT: Brady Geary (507-361-5345)
Outdoor Program and Camping Committee
A monthly committee tasked with planning seasonal camps for Cubs and Scouts.
CONTACT: Johann Medcraft, (507) 287-1410
Project Spruce Work Team
A monthly work crew dedicated to “sprucing” up camp properties through service projects.
CONTACT: Brent Ferguson, (507) 287-1410
Thursday Maintenance Crew
A weekly Thursday work crew who help fix issues around camp and prepare for upcoming events.
CONTACT: John DeStazio, (507) 261-8307
Health and Safety Committee
A committee that meets regularly to discuss health and safety needs at Gamehaven Scout Camp and address currently ongoing issues.
CONTACT: Rob Wilkinson, (507) 287-1410
Range and Target Activities Committee
A group of rangemasters, range instructors, and interested folks who help coordinate and operate the BB Gun, Archery, Slingshot, Rock Throwing, and Shotgun ranges at Gamehaven.
Contact:Rob Wilkinson, (507) 287-1410
Property Management Committee
A monthly committee tasked with coordinating work crews and addressing other camp property needs including service projects.
Contact: Brent Ferguson, (507) 287-1410
Emerging Camp Leaders
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