Camp Seminole

Activity areas include an obstacle course, archery range, physical fitness course, nature trails, chapel, and a small lake for learning fishing, canoeing and rowing.

Two shelters and a main campfire arena are available based on availability. The Buzzard's Roost shelter is located in the back of the camp and provides electricity, fire pit for cooking and a camp fire ring. The Mike George Hall shelter is located near the entrance of the camp and provides electricity, a full working kitchen, male and female bathrooms and showers, a P.A. sound system and an outdoor barbecue grill. The main campfire arena is located south of Mike George Hall facing the camp lake and includes benches, sound system, and campfire ring.

The C.O.P.E.course located near the Buzzard's Roost shelter offers a 30 foot repelling tower and group activities. The area is restricted. Only certified C.O.P.E. instructors may open up the course. If interested in becoming a C.O.P.E. instructor contact the Camp Ranger.

Canoes are available for on site and off site use. Canoes and Canoe trailers can be rented for off site use. Reservations are made through the Council Service Center. Also located on site near the camp entrance is the Broward Boy Scout Office/Trading Post. This office has all rank advancements, merit badges, scouting literature, miscellaneous camping equipment, and snacks. Hours are Wednesday and Thursday from 1-6pm, Friday 4-9pm, and Saturday 12-4pm. Closed Monday, Tuesday & Sunday. The Trading Post accepts VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover cards for purchases. The phone number is 954-452-1686.

Reservations for Camp Seminole should be done at least four months in advance of your scheduled date of attendance. Upon submitting a Local Tour Permit a minimum of two weeks in advance, a $15.00 Nonrefundable deposit per campsite is due with the reservation. Your reservation fee will be applied to your total camp fees.
 
 

All fees listed above are for registered South Florida Council units. Scouts from out of council, or non Scouting groups pay double the listed fee.  Other requirements apply to the use of many areas and equipment.  Please contact the Ranger for details.

*There is no charge for the amphitheater when used in conjunction with the rental of Mike George Hall and kitchen. Reservations made by phone must be paid two weeks prior to date attending camp. A tour permit must also be on file. Any reservations that do not meet this criteria will be made available for other units to reserve.
Note: No vehicles are allowed in campsites. All vehicles must park at the main parking lot and campers must hike in all equipment. Units are allowed to park a troop trailer in their campsite.

All units will be expected to adhere to these policies. Any unit grossly abusing these guidelines will be politely asked to leave the property.

Your cooperation with these guidelines is appreciated by all.

1. REGISTRATION: All units must file a tour permit at least two weeks in advance at the Council office. Units must check in and out of camp with the Ranger or the Camp master on duty.

2. ADULT LEADERSHIP: A registered leader (21 yrs. or older) and at least one other adult must be present at ALL TIMES during unit outings. TOUR LEADER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE BEHAVIOR OF HIS/HER UNIT. Any other YPP requirements apply as well.

3. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Alcoholic beverages are ABSOLUTELY NOT ALLOWED on the camp property. Violators may be asked to leave.

4. ROADS: Speed limit is 10 mph. Pickup trucks are to be used for transporting equipment only. All passengers must be riding in the cab.

5. PARKING: Vehicles MUST be stored in designated parking areas only. Parking in campsites, site entrances and along the roadside is a violation of fire safety regulations and is strictly prohibited. See Vehicle Policy below for additional details.

6. WOOD: Use only dead wood for fires. The cutting of standing trees or shrubs without the consent of the Ranger is prohibited. Chain saws, machetes, and sheath knives are not allowed.

7. FIRES: Campfires may be built in designated areas ONLY and must be attended to at all times. All fires must be of reasonable size and safely contained with the fire circle. Fire buckets or fire extinguishers must be easily accessible. (NOTE: Local fire ordinances require that the Ranger be notified PRIOR to the lighting of any ground fires.)

8. FIREWORKS/FIREARMS; Fireworks and firearms are not allowed at any time on the camp property.

9. LATRINES: Do not wash dishes in the hand wash sinks, or throw trash, grease etc. which can harm the septic system into the toilets.

10. TRASH: Keep campsites clean and free of debris. Trash must be removed and disposed of in the dumpsters provided by the camp. Do not dump cooking grease in the campsite. Pour all grease into cans, allow to cool and dispose of properly.

First Aid: Your unit is required to have a first aid kit available for emergencies. Any emergency that you are unqualified to handle should be directed to the Camp Ranger.

Alcoholic Beverages are not permitted at any scouting function. Persons under the influence of alcohol or bringing alcoholic beverages into Camp Seminole will be asked to leave.

1. Upon arrival at camp, units using troop trailers may be permitted to tow their trailer into the campsite for the sole purpose of unhitching the trailer from the tow vehicle. Once unhitched, the tow vehicle must immediately exit the campsite. Absolutely no other vehicles are permitted to enter the campsite at any time. Units checking out of camp with trailers will be allowed to have the tow vehicle only enter the campsite to retrieve the trailer, prior to final inspection.

2. Fire safety regulations require that all vehicles be parked in designated parking areas only. Parking along any camp road, in campsite entrances or any other area not specifically designated as a parking area is prohibited.

3. The camp safe speed limit is 10 miles per hour.

4. B.S.A. National policy requires all vehicle passengers wear seat belts (buses excepted). Pickup trucks should be used for the purpose of only transporting equipment - no passengers except in the cab.

5. Secondary camp roads (those roads leading directly into the camping areas) are for the use of camp staff vehicles only, and are restricted at all times other than during check in and check out periods.

These vehicle policies are necessary in order to provide a safe camping environment, and to protect from injury both the camp and those who use it.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

1. Provide responsible two deep adult leadership during all times that your unit is in camp. Coed units must provide adequate coed leadership.
2. Police campsite thoroughly prior to your units departure.
3. Assist in cleaning the facilities that your unit used during your stay at Camp Seminole. This would include but not be limited to the showers, toilets, dining shelters, etc.
4. Take full responsibility for any damages that were caused by the misuse of your unit.
5. Use the Safe Swim Defense Plan and Safety Afloat Plan as necessary..

From points west or further north and south of Davie take I-75 north or south as necessary to reach Griffin Road. Exit Griffin Road West. Take first right which is Weston Road to S.W. 36 Street where you will again turn right. Continue to stop sign at Shotgun Road. Make another right turn and continue on to your first left turn which will be 142 Avenue or Boy Scout Road. Continue north for another 1/2 mile. Camp entrance will be on your left.

There are other ways to reach the camp but these are the most direct routes with the least chance for errors. Maps are available from the council office.

 A Note of Caution: These roads are narrow with hazardous canals on their sides. They are not lighted and are therefore even more dangerous at night. Please drive cautiously, keep your speed down, and be prepared for abrupt stops by other drivers. Better to be a few minutes late... Remember you are carrying precious cargo. 

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Created on Monday 02 June 1997 at 16:39:49 Hours.