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Our Summer Programs

Arrow of Light Camp
AOL Overnight Camp is an amazing adventure for any Webelos/Arrow of Light. Similar to Cub Scout Overnight, AOL register, attend and camp with their Pack. Depending on the camp, Cub Scouts may participate in fishing, swimming, archery, BB gun, bouldering wall, crafts, hikes, and of course – camping!
Scouts BSA Summer Camp
Edward N. Cole Canoe Base is a 1,489 acre piece of wilderness, nestled along the banks of the beautiful Rifle River in Ogemaw County, Michigan. We are one of the premier summer camping destinations for thousands of youth and adult leaders from all over the Midwest for over 50 years. We are owned and operated by the Michigan Crossroads Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
High Adventure
What’s great is that there are High Adventure opportunities close to home, right here in Michigan.
Great Lakes Sailing Adventure
Come set sail aboard Michigan Crossroads Council’s sail training vessel Retriever!
Great Lakes Kayak Adventure
Great Lakes Kayak Adventure
ATV Trail Adventure
For Scouts age 16+ and Adults, the ATV Trail week will feature 5 days of trail riding for experienced ATV riders.

Upcoming Camp Events

17May
Mix Fix
May 17 - May 18
27Jul
ATV Week
Jul 27 - Aug 2
28Jul
Great Lakes Kayak Adventure
Jul 28 - Aug 2
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Cole Canoe Base Map

Guides and Forms

Forms to Bring to Camp
Youth Forms
Schedule of Events
2025 Cole Canoe Base Schedule (online version)
Packing List for Scouts
Download the PDF printable packing list to distribute to your Scouts attending Summer Camp
First Year Camper Schedule
Below is a PDF download of the First Year Camper schedule. Designed for young Scouts at their first Scout camp, this program take up 4 hours of each day and works on essential Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class skills.
Programs and Events
The below PDF includes the Programs section of the Leaders Guide. It includes descriptions of many of the evening events, as well as other week-long experiences (Tubing/Rump Bumping, Honor Troop, OA, Service Projects and Conservation Projects, etc.).
FAQ
The following download contains the FAQ section of the Leaders Guide.

River Store

04/03/2025
River Store Hours
2025 River Store Hours