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Join us for a summer camp of Boy Scouting fun at the Mataguay Scout Ranch! Mataguay Scout Ranch is a Boy Scouts of America accredited summer camp facility and is known as one of the Western Region's finest Boy Scout camps!


Summer Camp 2008 at the
Mataguay Scout Ranch!


Join us for a summer of Scouting fun at the Mataguay Scout Ranch! This beautiful 840 acre ranch is located in oak and pine forests, 3,200 feet above sea level in the mountains northeast of San Diego. Mataguay is a BSA accredited facility and is known as one of the Western Region's finest Scout camps!


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CORRECTIONS TO LEADER'S GUIDE (06/10/2008)


Two COPE Courses!

Our camp features TWO COPE Challenge Courses! Our high course will test the skills and willpower of older Scouts, while the new low COPE course will present exciting team challenges to your Patrol or Troop.


Eagle Camp!

Our Eagle Camp is a program that sets Mataguay summer camp apart from the others! Older Scouts who are advancing toward the Eagle rank will receive great counseling on everything from Eagle required merit badges to the actual Eagle service project.


Fly High with the Aviation Merit Badge

Our exciting Aviation Merit Badge program features a real-live glider flight at the nearby Warner Springs airport! This program has been a HUGE hit since 2006, our inaugural year."


Available Merit Badges

Archery Leatherwork
Art Lifesaving
Astronomy Mammal Study
Aviation Nature
Basketry Orienteering
Camping Pioneering
Canoeing Pottery
Climbing Radio
Cooking Rifle Shooting
Environmental Science Rowing
First Aid Sculpture
Fish and Wildlife Management Shotgun Shooting
Fishing Soil and Water Conservation
Forestry Swimming
Geology Wilderness Survival
Indian Lore Woodcarving



Combine these exciting programs with our brand new Patrol-based campsites, two recently renovated pools, our 2,800 square foot Silva Lodge deck, 30+ merit badge courses and a dedicated staff ready to serve your Scouts, and you've got a fantastic Boy Scout summer camp experience!



Camp Dates and Reservations:

We will offer 5 action-packed weeks of Boy Scout summer camp in 2008. SIGN UP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT! Sessions will fill up QUICKLY!

  • Session 1   ~   June 22 - 28
  • Session 2   ~   July 13 - 19
  • Session 3   ~   July 21 - 26 *
  • Session 4   ~   July 27 - August 2
  • Session 5   ~   August 3 - 9
* Note: Session 3 (July 21-26) is a Monday to Saturday camp. All other sessions are Sunday to Saturday.


A great looking, full color flyer is coming soon.


Summer camp cost is $275 per Scout for in-Council Troops, $285 per Scout for Troops from outside the San Diego - Imperial Council. Reserve your spot TODAY by following these steps:

  1. Complete the Boy Scout Summer Camp Unit Application
    [Application with credit card information can be faxed to (619) 682-3858.]
  2. Mail the application with your deposit to:
         San Diego - Imperial Council, BSA
         Camping Department
         1207 Upas Street
         San Diego, CA 92103
  3. A Summer Camp Agreement will be sent upon receipt of application and deposit. It is important that payments be made on time.



Employment Opportunities:

If you would like serve on the summer camp staff at Mataguay Scout Ranch, follow these steps.
  1. Complete the Mataguay Scout Ranch Staff Application
  2. Mail the application to:
         San Diego - Imperial Council, BSA
         Joy Marin
         1207 Upas Street
         San Diego, CA 92103





For questions, please contact the camping department by phone (619) 298-6121 ext. 246, Fax (619) 682-3858, or email sdicamp@bsamail.org.