Camp Tonkawa
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INTRODUCTION TO CAMP TONKAWA
Camp Tonkawa is nestled under huge Oak trees in southern Taylor County, Texas. Located about 12 miles south‑southwest of Abilene and about 4 miles west of Buffalo Gap, the camp is on FM89 next to the Abilene State Park. Camp Tonkawa is a camp where the Spirit of Scouting is still strong. Songs, campfires, fellowship, and outdoor adventures make it an excellent Scouting adventure for Scouts of all ages. Camp Tonkawa offers an outstanding merit badge program designed to offer quality teaching while helping the scout achieve his Scouting goals. Merit badge classes are offered during 3 morning and 3 afternoon sessions.
| CAMP SITE | WEEK 1 JUNE 8 - 14 |
WEEK 2 JUNE 15 - 21 |
WEEK 3 JUNE 22 - 28 |
| APACHE | Troop 20 * | Troop 270 * | |
| COMANCHE | Troops 136 & 76 * | Troop 245 | |
| HOPI | Troop 140 | Troop 275 | Troop 212 |
| KIOWA | Troop 338 * | ||
| LAKOTA | Troop 251 | Troop 194 * | |
| NAVAJO | Troop 255 | Troop 203 | Troop 223 |
| PAGOS | Troop 277 | Troop 296 | Troops 143 & 257 |
| PIMA | Troop 232 | Troop 201 | Troop 235 |
| TONKAWA | Troop 138 * | Troop 228 | Troop 536 * |
| UTE | Troop 16 * | Troop 258 | |
| YUMA | Troop 155 * |
* = Out of Council
Current as of 01/30/2006
Handicrafts
Handicraft Merit Badges are offered at Beaver Lodge throughout the day. Indian Lore, Leather, Basketry, Woodcarving and Art are among the merit badges offered. Camp Tonkawa has one of the finest Handicraft Directors in Scouting, Mr. Melvin Cagle. Adults are always welcome to work on a personal project at their convenience.
Aquatics
The Aquatics Area has not only a 160,000 gallon pool with shower house, but a lakefront area. Canoeing, Rowing, Sailing, Mile Swim, Lifesaving, Swimming and BSA Lifeguard are among the offerings in the Aquatics Area.
Campcraft
The Campcraft Area is the Scouting Skills development center of Camp Tonkawa. Hiking, Orienteering, Wilderness Survival, Pioneering, Emergency Preparedness, and Communications are among the many skills taught in the Campcraft Area.
Shooting Sports
The Shooting Sports Area boasts three ranges, and offers a variety of shooting experiences through the Archery, Shotgun Shooting, and Rifle Shooting (including the Muzzleloading option) merit badges.
Nature/Ecology/Conservation (NATECO)
NATECO is an area that features the wild animals and beautiful surroundings of Camp Tonkawa. Environmental Science, Fish and Wildlife Management, Mammals, Weather and Astronomy are offered at NATECO.
Tonkawa Braves
This program is the pride of Tonkawa. It is designed for new Scouts and those coming to Camp Tonkawa for the first time to work on their Tenderfoot through First Class requirements. The program is designed as a "hands on" experience for the Scouts.
Project Cope
Project COPE (Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience) is an advanced camper program that offers a set of stimulating activities designed to meet the needs of today's young people who are seeking greater challenges to their physical and mental abilities. This is a half day program that allows Scouts to also earn their BSA Lifeguard.
Cycling
New in 2000, this program teaches the basics of cycling and most of the requirements of the Cycling merit badge, and features a challenging off-road bike trail through a variety of terrain features.
Climbing
New for 2002, a 35-foot climbing and rappeling tower allows Camp Tonkawa to offer a half-day, afternoon program where Scouts can learn about Climbing and Rappelling, hone their ropes skills, and fulfill the Climbing requirements.
Current as of 01/30/2006
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