Adventure Awaits
Scouting has been shaping the youth of America for over 100 years.
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Welcome to the Adventure West Council
The Adventure West Council, BSA delivers the promise of Scouting to youth in Northern Colorado, Western Nebraska, and Wyoming. Our programs provide families with fun and adventure, friendship, education, service, and leadership! We operate 5 camping properties and have 3 service centers.
Events & Announcements
Just 8 miles away from Yellowstone National Park! This famous camp is a once in a lifetime destination full of beauty, wildlife, and adventure! Registration Open
Experience a true mountain cattle ranch in the heart of the Colorado Rockies! BDSR is a merit badge summer camp full of Scouting Spirit and an amazing program unlike any other! Registration Open
June 7th-13th at Camp Laramie Peak.
For Scouts BSA youth, NYLT is a 6-day, 5-night course that provides skills and experiences to become better leaders in their unit and lives.
Experience any one of 5 adventures at a once in a lifetime destination! Backpacking! Climbing! Whitewater! & Kayaking! Registration Open
High-alpine backpacking with alpine lakes and amazing views. Includes natural rock climbing, repelling, & black powder shooting. Optional 50-miler option. Registration Open
Experience the pinnacle of Scouting at the National Scout Jamboree! July 22-31 2026. Reserve your spot today!
Applications for summer 2026 are now open. Have a summer full of adventure and fun while positively impacting the lives of our Scouts.
Honoring 2025 Eagle Scouts and volunteers that have made an impact in the lives of youth through Scouting.
Silver Beaver Nomination Form
North Star Award Nomination Form
Help your Scouts attend summer camp through our spring product sale! Adventure Cards & Monk Coffee are available for Scouts to sell!
Dec 6th at Camp Nicol!
Attend this Holiday Cub Scout event to ring in the holiday season! Festive activities including seasonal crafts, range activities, and more!
Support Scouting!
Through the statewide day of giving in Colorado that encourages philanthropy and supports local nonprofits.
Held in October at Camp Nicol.
Get ready for a spooktacular time at camp! Shooting sports, games, hay rides, and more! An adventure the whole family will enjoy!
Join us for a 3-day, 2-night outdoor camping experience where Scouts venture to multiple themed lands and their imaginations come alive! Held at Camp Nicol!
Attract & Keeps Scouts involved in your unit program by having a strong annual plan! Learn More!
Dec 27th – 31st at Camp Laramie Peak!
A 5-day, 4-night Scouts BSA camping adventure! Over 20 Merit Badges! Free-time & Activities!
Saturday, October 18, 10am – 3pm
Join the Northern Colorado Amateur Radio Club and the Colorado National Guard in Fort Collins!
National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is a six day, five night course that gives Scouts methods, skills and experiences to become better leaders in their unit.
Adventure is calling! Get ready for a 4-day, 3-night outdoor camping experience. Jump start year by completing 5 Rank Adventures plus a variety of fun activities!
Sept 12-14th at Camp Laramie Peak!
For Scouts BSA & Arrow of Lights! A weekend event full of fun and adventure!
2025 Camporall Full Guidebook
Attend Scout Day with the CSU Football Team on September 20th as they take on UTSA!
Saturday Oct 4th at Camp Nicol.
A Fall Hiking adventure for Cub Scouts through vibrant autumn landscapes, blending fun activities with self-led games and a patch.
Inviting new families to join Scouting is one of the most important things we can do to forward the Scouting movement. Learn More!
Scouting Programs
The Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation’s largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations, providing programs for young people that build character.
Scout Oath
On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.
Scout Law
A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.