General Email – McNeilScoutRanch@Scouting.org
Camp Director
Jack Loats
Program Team Administrative Specialist
JoLynne Conrad
Camping Specialist
John Braselton
Summer Only Contacts
Main Phone – 303-648-3023
Counselor In Training Director
Ranch Superintendent
Scott Field
Ranger
Josh Field
With more than 3,300 acres of land, there are endless possible adventures available for Scouts of all ages at McNeil Scout Ranch at Peaceful Valley. This regional camp includes a swimming pool, two lakes, Olympic shotgun shooting range (along with world-class rifle and archery ranges), one of Colorado’s premier mountain biking courses, natural rocking climbing areas, trading post, dining hall, two themed outpost camps, and that barely scratches the surface! Additionally, it’s near Colorado Springs and surrounding areas where campers go white water rafting, hike a 14er, or explore caves. Three nationally accredited camps make up MSR, which is located at 7,000 feet in elevation near the town of Elbert, Colorado.
A summer camp for Cub Scout families to get the full experience of Scouting over a 4-day/ 3-night period.
A great opportunity for new Cub Scout Families to experience the essence of Scouting over a weekend.
A summer camp for Scouts BSA Troops to earn merit badges & participate in new adventures over a 6-day/ 5-night period.
National Youth Leadership Training is a great opportunity for youth to gain valuable leadership skills that can be used not only in their unit but in their everyday life.
McNeil Scout Ranch at Peaceful Valley is a private camp owned and operated by Scouting Colorado. Advance reservations must be placed prior to arriving at camp. All program activities must be supported at the unit level.
Popular Amenities:
All members must abide by Scouting America guidelines at all times including but not limited to Youth Protection Training & the Guide to Safe Scouting.
Reservations at camp are based on first-come first-serve availability. Depending on the amount of attendees & amenities being requested – camp maybe shared with other groups unless specifically requested. Please make sure that you have the information below to help better speed the reservation process.
Group Contact Information:
Event Information needed to make a reservation:
Payment Method:
Once you have gathered all the necessary information you can look at online reservation calendar to see what is available.
Camping Department
Phone: (720) 266-2143
Once you have confirmed your dates are available – complete the online reservation process & make your payment.
Payment Methods:
Payable to: Greater Colorado Council, BSA
Mailing Address: 10455 W 6th Ave., Suite 100, Denver, CO 80215
McNeil Scout Ranch at Peaceful Valley is a private camp owned and operated by Greater Colorado Council, Boy Scouts of America. Advance reservations must be placed prior to arriving at camp. All reservations are subject to availability.
Popular Amenities:
Reservations at camp are based on first-come first-serve availability. Non-Scouting Groups are considered to be schools and organizations that can provide a Certificate of Liability. We are not able to accommodate family groups. Depending on the amount of attendees & amenities being requested – camp maybe shared with other groups unless specifically requested. Please make sure that you have the information below to help better speed the reservation process.
Group Contact Information:
Event Information needed to make a reservation:
Once you have gathered all the necessary information you can place a request to the Camping Department. To place a request – email us.
Camping Department
Phone: (720) 266-2143
Once your reservation has been confirmed – you will be sent an invoice with a required down payment to lock in your reservation. Payments instructions will be listed in the invoice.
Payment Methods:
Payable to: Greater Colorado Council, BSA
Mailing Address: 10455 W 6th Ave., Suite 100, Denver, CO 80215
The Peaceful Valley Alumni Association (PVAA) is a group of veteran Scouters and former Camp Staffers dedicated to the preservation, maintenance, and program support at Charles S. McNeil Peaceful Valley Scout Ranch. Three nationally accredited camps make up MSR, which is located at 7,000 feet in elevation near the town of Elbert, Colorado. Visit the PVAA page for more information and to become a member.
The Volunteer Service Core (VSC) is a new initiative to help assist the Scouting movement for the Greater Colorado Council. The VSC is comprised of subgroups that focus on specific industries such as carpentry, concrete work, heavy machine operations, and much more. The MSR Service Days are dedicated orientations/trainings held at McNeil Scout Ranch to make improvements for summer camp and year-round operations.
Working for a Greater Colorado Council camp is not just a job, it’s a lifestyle. The Greater Colorado Council is looking for those that want to make the summer full of adventure for the Scouts that come through our gates. Spending your summer at McNeil Scout Ranch at Peaceful Valley will provide you with an opportunity to not only have the adventure of a lifetime, but to also affect the lives of thousands of youth from across the country.
Working on camp staff is a great opportunity to make your summer full of adventure! Spend your days taking Scouts on hikes, teaching them how to shoot a gun, or relaxing with them in the evenings as you all sit around a campfire telling stories and watching skits.
To file a complaint about this facility (License 47810) in regards to Child Care Licensing Regulations, please contact the Colorado Department of Human Services, Office of Early Childhood at 800-799-5876 or cdhs_oec_communications@state.co.us
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