Camp Wilderness Workdays
Fri-Sat: Oct 9-10, 2026
Fri-Sat: May 7 - 8, 2027
Fri-Sat: October 8-9, 2027
If Outposts are unable to attend Camp Workdays, we can help coordinate work on camp projects on another date. Please contact Bruce Witt for further information about camp projects and assistance in obtaining materials for the project.
DESCRIPTION
Camps are an integral component of Rangers that complement the local Outpost activities by providing additional resources.
Camp Wilderness facility is located in the heart of the District to serve the needs of Royal Rangers and FCF.
Ground maintenance and improvements are essential to providing an environment to maximize each camper's experience at camp(s).
God has blessed us with a great camping facility, but the campgrounds must be maintained to make it inviting for the campers to enjoy the great things that God has for every boy and man. God has established these campgrounds for His purpose(s); His desire is for His 'garden' to be inviting to all who come through the gates. God says: 'It (ground) will produce thorns and thistles for you, ...by the sweat of your brow... ' Genesis 3:18-19. It is our responsibility to keep it clean.
CAMP WORKDAYS
Outposts from all over the District come to Camp Wilderness on Camp Workdays to prepare the campgrounds for camp(s). Camp WorkDay(s), scheduled in the spring and fall, are a focused effort to clean up the camp buildings and the general camp areas.
Bring your chainsaws, saws, rakes, and other tools for the projects. Don’t forget your PPE: eye protection, ear muffs, gloves, sturdy footwear… for everyone in your Outpost
Saturday lunch is provided.
Working on camp projects provides an opportunity to be involved & invested in Camp Wilderness. Your Outpost participation in camp projects allows you to reserve your Outpost campsite at Camp Wilderness. Outposts may also work on their individual campsite on workdays.
This event provides another opportunity for fellowship and to build friendships with other Ranger Leaders (and boys) in the District. This builds a sense of pride and will augment your dedication and commitment to Rangers.
Please let us know of any materials you may need for camp projects.
Specific tasks are assigned when you arrive at camp.
CAMP PROJECTS
In addition to camp clean-up, there are some major projects that are in the works at camp:
- Shooting Range: final landscaping; pavilion
- Shower House Annex: next steps plan & cost estimate
- Ranger Theater: Entrance & fence; Wall (east of stage); stage apron (foot lights).
- BB Gun Range: backstop with Ranger Theater fence.
Please let Bruce Witt [p: 608.751.6053; e: BruceaWitt72@gmail.com ] know any project(s) you may be interested in; so we can get the proper materials and any help that you may need to assist.
Also, to ensure that the Camp is available at that time (the camp is also used for other camps, etc.)
RENTING CAMP WILDERNESS
Churches that participate in and support our Royal Ranger program are eligible to rent Camp Wilderness.
We don't provide open-ended renting options. As a result, we request that any outposts or leaders interested in renting Camp Wilderness call our Network Office and ask Adair to provide you with a link to the rental agreement. 715.942.8360
Bruce Witt, Camp Coordinator
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer to help with projects at Camp Wilderness please contact Bruce Witt