Camp Freeland Leslie

“Blaze Your Own Trail”

2013 Summer Camp Registration Form - Camp Freeland Leslie - Oxford, WI - For reserving your Troop/Team/Crew site for 2013, NOW!

We hope your unit has already reserved a campsite at CFL for 2013.  If not, “Come Home to CFL!” Any unit can come to CFL in 2013 for the 2012 fee ($10 per Scout discount) by talking advantage of our 2013 CFL VIP Incentive. This is all you have to do:

• Reserve a session and campsite and pay a $100 campsite reservation fee by August 31, 2012.
• Pay a $50 per Scout deposit by March 1, 2013
• Pay your unit Scout and adult fees in full by May 1, 2013

The theme for Camp Freeland Leslie for 2013 will be “Blaze Your Own Trail.”  Camp Freeland Leslie offers these awesome program opportunities for Scouts of all ages:

• Exciting 1st Class Trail Program for your new Scouts.
• Over 50 merit badge opportunities to choose from, including 10 required for Eagle.
• Our high adventure day trips are setup for your older Scouts. They can discover whitewater rafting, spelunking, rock climbing, canoeing, and mountain biking on our high adventure day trips!!
• New in 2013 - earn ”Metalworking” at the new Forge Shelter
• Challenge yourself and other Scouts in the Human Foosball Court.
• Fly high on the Flying Squirrel.
• Enjoy our pristine private Lake Emrick and waterfront offering swimming, kayaking, small boat sailing merit badges, as well as snorkeling and fishing.

As you start to plan your 2013 summer camp experience, here is some information for you:

The 2013 CFL Online Registration/Payment system will open on January 2, 2013.

2013 Summer Camp Registration Form - Camp Freeland Leslie - Oxford, WI - For reserving your Troop/Team/Crew site for 2013, NOW!

• There will be one fee for campers both in and out of council – $260 per Scout for Sessions 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6 ($250 for Session 2) until May 1, 2013. A $10 fee will be added to each camper fee paid on or after May 2, 2013.
• For 2013, each unit gets two free leaders regardless of the number of Scouts attending. The leader fee for all additional leaders is $125 – a reduction from $145.
• Fees not paid prior to arrival at CFL will incur a “Pay at Camp Fee” of $280 per Scout and $135 per adult leader. Camper fees received after the Thursday prior to a unit’s arrival will be charged this amount.

We also have established several incentives for 2013:

Order of the Arrow Incentive - $5 per Scout or Adult – Current dues paid members of the Lowaneu Allanque Lodge will receive this additional incentive. The OA Incentive will be confirmed during the Unit Reconciliation meeting prior to departure from camp. If not used to pay “in camp” expenses, a check will be mailed from the TFC office to your unit or will be deposited in your unit account following your week at camp.

New Scouts who join your unit after May 1, 2103 will receive the discounted rate. They must register for camp online and their camper fee must be paid at a Scout Shop. Scout Shop personnel will award the $10 New Scout Discount.”

Back for More Discount - Repeat Campers – Attend a 2nd week of camp for $200 or a third week for $150. The camp staff will coordinate placing your Scout with an appropriate unit.

There are already over 50 units that have reserved a campsite at CFL for the 2013 season. Don’t delay. Call the Scout Service center at reserve your slot now!

CFL VIP Incentive $10 per Scout –  If your unit a reserves a campsite for 2013 by August 31, 2012 AND meets the following deadlines:

• The $100 campsite reservation fee is paid by August 31, 2012
• A $50 per Scout deposit is paid by March 1, 2013
• All Scout and adult fees are paid in full by May 1, 2013

Important Payment Dates

• March 1, 2013 – $50 per Scout (transferable, but non-refundable) deposit due (Scout only)
• April 1, 2013 – $100 Additional per Scout payment due (Scout fees only)
• May 1, 2013 – 100% of all Scout and Adult fees due
• May 2, 2013 – Boy Scout fee increases to $270. NOTE: This does not apply to new Scouts who joined your unit on or after May 2, 2013.

The 2013 Camp Promotions Committee welcomes new members!
The CFL Promotions Committee, chaired by Diane Buri, is already hard at work to insure more Three Fires Council units and Scouts can experience Scouting Excellence at CFL. If you are a CFL fan (or fanatic) and would like to help us spread the word about CFL and its phenomenal program, please contact Diane at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Buzz Wheeler at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .   When your unit is ready to host a CFL promotions event for your Scouts and parents please contact Diane or Buzz, who will be pleased to arrange a CFL presentation tailored to your unit.

A 2012 CFL Summer Camp Season Report
The entire Camp Freeland Leslie staff would like to thank the well over 1,000 Scouts and Scouters who camped at CFL this past summer! We know you had a fantastic experience.  Camper evaluations of staff and program were excellent! We look forward to seeing you again in 2013. Remember, you can keep up with CFL all year round.  “Like us” on Facebook at facebook.com/FreelandLeslie for continuous off-season updates and promotions!

As CFL’s 40th Anniversary was celebrated this past summer, 2,300 merit badges were earned, over 600 Scouts participated in the First Class Trail program, and more than 100 older Scouts took advantage of our unequaled high adventure program and COPE course.
Here are just a few quotes from Scouts and leader evaluations:

• The best part of camp was the program variety and the counselors willingness and flexibility to help work with Scouts on completing merit badges and Scout skills.
• Best staff I’ve seen in years!
• Life to Eagle lunch was great.
• The purpose of camp is in the Program Areas. Everything else is window dressing. Good job.
• We WILL be back!

While we are at it, we'd like to talk about our new Camp Steward Program introduced this summer.

“A Camp Steward is an individual or Scout unit that makes a financial contribution to the Three Fires Council that is restricted for use in making improvements or maintaining Camp Freeland Leslie. This contribution is over and above any Friends of Scouting contribution.”

According to Ranger Josh, “This past year has brought many new and exciting changes to Camp Freeland Leslie. With the help of volunteers and staff, there has been a marked improvement in the overall condition of the facilities. In an effort to continue forward we have identified some important projects, as well as much needed equipment.

• We are currently attempting to upgrade both the electrical and water systems at camp. Both were designed/installed in the 70’s and are in need of an upgrade as we continue to serve more Scouts.
  
• We have plans to add lights and a sound system to the campfire arena.
  
• We hope to build a program shelter and install tent platforms for an equipment tent in every campsite.
  Here is a link to the Camp Steward brochure with more details. Please call Buzz Wheeler (Office 630-584-9250 or Cell 630-962-78004) if you have any questions.