Your complete timeline for a successful Camp Hi-Sierra experience, based on the Leaders Guide

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📅 Six Steps to Successful Camp Planning

The Camp Hi-Sierra Leaders Guide outlines these six key steps:

  1. Organize Your Unit ... Select unit leadership, plan transportation, communicate with families
  2. Register & Pay ... Secure your campsite with deposits on schedule
  3. Prepare Your Scouts … complete CampDoc health forms, merit badge planning, gear readiness
  4. Sign Up for Merit Badges ... Scoutmasters complete sign-ups (NOT parents)
  5. Arrive Prepared ... Check-in Sunday 1:00 to 4:00 PM with all required documents
  6. Follow Up After Camp ... Complete advancement records, plan for next year

💰 Camp Fees & Payment Schedule

2026 Camp Fees (Per Scout, Per Week)

Early Bird (by Nov 15) Regular
In Council $795 $825
Out of Council $840 $875

Early Bird Bonus: FREE youth T-shirt per Scout when registered by November 15, 2025

Adults: No charge for registered adult leaders meeting two-deep leadership requirements

Extra Adult Fee: $125/night for adults beyond the minimum required (if unit does not have sufficient leadership, camp may charge $125/night or send the unit home after 8 hours)

Guest Meals: Breakfast $20, Lunch $25, Dinner $30