Camp Emerson is a coed Scouting camp in Idyllwild, CA, operated by the California Inland Empire Council, offering Cub Scout and Scouts BSA sessions with a traditional outdoor focus. Activities include swimming, archery, and BB gun shooting, with a pool and Lake Gallaher waterfront. The listed Cub Scout Adventure Camp session for 2026 is $290, and the camp lists a medic station and background checks for employees and regular volunteers.
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- Cub Scouts attending with parents or leaders
- Scouts BSA youth seeking structured traditional outdoor adventure
- Families with siblings, including under-4 siblings
- Session fees are non-refundable
- Financial aid is partial only; no full camperships, and applications are due at least 30 days prior
- Only one session lists a price, and Cub Scout Adventure Camp requires a $50 per person deposit with balance due May 31, 2026
2027 sessions and prices
| Session | Dates | Price | Per week | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session | Jul 23 – Jul 26 | – | – | Ask |
| Session | Jun 4 – Jun 5 | – | – | Ask |
| Session | Jun 11 – Jun 12 | – | – | Ask |
| Session | Jul 6 – Jul 9 | – | – | Ask |
| Session | Jul 11 – Jul 17 | – | – | Ask |
| Scouts BSA Summer Camp (July 11–17)1 week · Scouts BSA youth | Jul 11 – Jul 17 | – | – | Ask |
| Session | Jul 19 – Jul 24 | – | – | Ask |
| Scouts BSA Summer Camp (July 19–24)6 days · Scouts BSA youth | Jul 19 – Jul 24 | – | – | Ask |
Winter camp
| Session | Dates | Price | Per week | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session | Dec 28 – Jan 2 | – | – | Ask |
| Session | Jan 29 – Jan 31 | – | – | Ask |
| Session | Feb 19 – Feb 21 | – | – | Ask |
| Session | Feb 26 – Feb 28 | – | – | Ask |
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Questions about Camp Emerson
When are the 2027 sessions at Camp Emerson?
None: Jul 23 to Jul 26. None: Jun 4 to Jun 5. None: Jun 11 to Jun 12. None: Jul 6 to Jul 9. Scouts BSA Summer Camp (July 11–17): Jul 11 to Jul 17. None: Jul 11 to Jul 17.
Does Camp Emerson run a winter camp?
Yes. Camp Emerson also runs winter sessions: Winter session: Dec 28, 2026 to Jan 2. Winter session: Jan 29, 2027 to Jan 31. Winter session: Feb 19, 2027 to Feb 21. Winter session: Feb 26, 2027 to Feb 28.
What is the refund policy?
No refunds; Camp CIEC session fees are non-refundable.
Is financial aid available?
Partial camperships available; no full camperships; apply at least 30 days prior
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