While the primary purpose of most Scouts coming to camp is advancement, Boxwell is by no means a "merit badge mill." Life at camp has many interesting opportunities and is in itself a unique experience.

Beginning on Sunday when a Scout enters camp, he leaves behind the world outside. He will immediately be hit by that special aroma of cedar trees and lake water that permeates Boxwell. His troop will check in and soon his adventure will begin.

Each day holds something different for the Scout. While everyday he will undoubteldy be working on advancement of some variety, there is also ample opportunity for socializing, games, and outdoor activities. A Scout may not appreciate or understand some of the things that are going on around him, but a Scout camp is a unique place. Yes, it is an opportunity to get merit badges or skills in a way that cannot easily be done at home, but it is more than that as well.

From its earliest days, Boxwell has endeavored to be different from the routine of the outside world. It is not a school for Boy Scouts - it is a camp. Thus, it handles things differently from the rest of the world. There are no "classes" here - instructional sessions are mobile and hands-on. Meals are more than just a time to eat. Evenings are more than just a time to do homework and sleep. Boxwell is a unique camping experience.

Take a few minutes and wander the various aspects of camp life at Boxwell, as well as walk through the scenes of Sunday check-in to the right.