About Us

Fort Steuben Scout Reservation is a nationally accredited
Scouts B.S.A. Summer Camp that is owned and operated by the 
Ohio River Valley Council, B.S.A. FSSR sits on over 500 acres
Alongside Clendening Lake in Freeport, Ohio. Our camp resembles
A small-knit community, but we offer a BIG program! Our 40 plus
Merit Badge classes and a plethora of Evening program activities areorganized to create a platform for your Scouts to grow, learn, and 
Lead!

Much like our Scouts, our program is diverse. We strive to offer a 
Customizable experience for all of our campers. We have something for every scout in your unit to enjoy throughout the week. 

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Our Program at a GLANCE

PRogram areas

Waterfront      Swimming, Kayaking, Motor-Boating, Canoeing, Swimming​
Shooting Sports     Archery, Shotgun, Rifle, Open Shoot
Scout Craft     Camping, Wilderness Survival, Pioneering, Wilderness Survival, Orienteering, Cooking
Trailblazer     SCOUTS BSA Rank Advancements, Swimming, Handicraft
Handicraft     Photography, Theater, Performing Arts, Movie Making, Music, Journalism, Graphic Arts, Leatherwork, Woodcarving, Basketry, Art, Game Design 
STEM & Innovation     Mining in Society, Robotics, Space Exploration, Engineering, Salesmanship, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, electricity, drafting, safety
Public Safety    First Aid, Emergency Preparedness 

EVENING PROGRAM

Sunday     Opening Campfire
Monday     Mountain Boarding, Mountain Biking, Dutch Over Cook-off
Tuesday     Mountain Boarding, Mountain Biking, Late Night @ The Lantern
Wednesday     Mid-Week Campfire
Thursday    Wilderness Survival Overnighter, OA Ice cream Social, Movie Night, Pontoon Boat Fishing
Friday     Closing Recognition Ceremony, Logan Camp honor Program

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What's new in 2022?

Music & Performing Arts

There is something for everyone at FSSR. That is why we've added an emphasis to theater and music to our program. 

Improved Hiking Trails

this year, scouts will be able to get out and explore the 100s of acres that FSSR sits on.

STEM & Innovation

This year, we are blasting into the future with our redesigned stem center, with a new focus on innovation

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Additional STEM & Innovation Courses added to the 2022 Summer Camp Season! 

Be sure to add Electricity, Engineering, Safety, and/or Drafting to your Merit Badge Schedule this summer!

A Week Packed With Adventure