Halton Hills, Ontario, Canada
The original land was acquired about 1937 and since that time has been used as a training centre for adult leaders as well as for youth (and adult) camping and activities. The facilities are available for rent by groups both within and without the scouting organization. The camp has some 200 acres of natural hardwood and softwood forests, open fields, marshland, swamps and grasslands to explore. In addition, there are several buildings spread out over the camp that can be used as a training/convention centre as well as for group camping. Blue Springs is a four-season camp that has something of interest for all Scouting sections. Blue Springs is the 1st Canadian SCENES (Scout Centres Of Excellence for Nature and the Environment) camp approved by the World Scouting Organization on June 1, 2005.
San Jose, Costa Rica
Campo Escuela Nacional Iztarú (CENI) is the official national center for training and events for the Association of Girl and Boy Scouts of Costa Rica. It was acquired by the Association in 1978. Due to its location, landscapes and facilities, it is a privileged place to hold meetings, courses, seminars, conferences, field trips, and non-formal education activities, as well as research and recreation opportunities. Located in La Carpintera Protected Area, and 17 kilometers (10 miles) from San José, CENI holds 77 hectares (190 acres) of tropical rainforests; surrounded by beautiful landscapes, wild fauna, water springs, and waterfalls. The annual average temperature is 16.6º C (62º F).
Victoria Point, Queensland, Australia Eprapah lies in a Catchment which holds a mixture of agriculture and fast-expanding residential and business development. Eprapah contains predominantly dense bushland containing rainforest, wetlands and marine habitats, with a freshwater creek and ponds, and a dry Sclerophyl forest, all accessed by trails and boardwalks. Its’ extremely diverse and varied habitats support a wide range of vegetation, birdlife, Koalas and other wildlife. There is an Arboretum of Native, Medicinal and Traditional-use plants and a Butterfly Garden. It was used as a camping and hunting ground by Aboriginal tribes and is officially listed as an Indigenous Cultural Heritage site.
Kolding, Denmark Houens Odde is placed in the centre of Denmark and definitely has a place in the history of the kingdom. In 1947 the Scouts were offered to buy Houens Odde and less than a year later the purchase was reality. At Houens Odde International Scout Centre you can take on the challenge of experiencing a great range of activities; from pre-historic activities (candle making, leather work, wood carving) to archery, axe throwing, GPS trial, sailing plus many more activities both on land and on the sea.
Kanderstegg, Switzerland Founded in 1923, the World Scout Centre was the dream of Lord Baden-Powell and is open to groups and individuals throughout the whole year. It provides an excellent base for exploring the Swiss Alps, for sightseeing excursions and for meeting lots of other people from all over the world. The Centre occupies 17 hectares of wooded ground at the southern end of the village. The Centre programme is designed to allow guests to experience new activities with people from other countries in the beautiful Swiss Alps. Around 12,000 young people visit the Centre each year from over 35 different countries, ensuring a unique international atmosphere.
Mafikeng, South Africa Mafikeng SCENE was born as part of a project to improve the natural surroundings of Mafikeng, and particularly the Molopo river, funds were allocated by the North West Province from the RDP programme to clean, clear and convert the degraded river area back to its natural state. A highly effective facility was opened in 1999. The Mafikeng SCENE now consists of twenty campsites, a covered assembly area, workshop rooms, a dining room, kitchen, large ablution block, bunkrooms, a store and accommodation for a manager, caretaker and twelve volunteers or teachers. The Centre in is in the Mafikeng Game Reserve Area and there are different trees and grass species around the area.
Rambrouch, Luxembourg This old farm, built in 1833, is situated along the river banks of the «Haute-Sûre». It has been the FNEL’s (Fédération Nationale des Éclaireurs et Éclaireuses du Luxembourg) national training centre since 2003. The farm’s location is unique in Luxembourg as it is part of several special conservation areas of the natural habitats of flora and fauna. Moreover, it is situated in the area of sanitary protection of the lake of the «Haute-Sûre». The FNEL contributes to the ecological conservation of this wonderful place raising people’s awareness about the environment in the spirit of scouting.
Burlington, Ontario Canada The 64 hectares (158 acres) camp is surrounded by farm land and green space and is named after Mount Nemo which is a rock face of the Niagara Escarpment. There is a dramatic view, especially at sunrise and sunset, of Mount Nemo and the Niagara Escarpment which is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. 50 hectares (123 acres) of Camp Nemo is a natural wilderness area. It consists of riparian zones surrounding Nemo and Bronte Creeks, both of which are primary spawning streams for salmon, rainbow trout and white sucker. The surrounding area consists of deciduous and boreal like woodlands. Over 170 species of plants and animals can be found within the camp.
Glumsoe, Denmark The Naesbycentre is situated in one of the most beautiful areas in Zealand right in the middle of Zealand between Soroe and Naestved. We have streams, lakes, forests and beautiful landscapes close at hand. To the Naesbycentre 27 acres are attached perfectly divided between plane campsites for bigger or smaller groups, a hilly activity ground and a beautiful small lake, around which it is possible to do a lot of different activities. Because of the good location the Naesbycentre offers a wide range of activities and arrangements. We arrange a lot of eventful weekends for all age groups. During the summer we arrange 6 or 7 centre camps and we really have a lot of challenging activities for all age groups to tackle.
Neuhausqen, Luxembourg The Centre for Training and Animation "Chalet Nicolas Rollinger" covers an area of 3.2 hectares with a particular forest area, a chapel, a campground with more than 5000 m2, a refuge camp, a home guide / Scout can accommodate 81 people, and a recreation area with the possibility of fire. The cottage is one of three national training centers of LĂŤtzebuerger Guiden a Scouten.. Collaboration with the Forest Administration of Nature and Forests since 2003 has allowed us to develop new activities around the environmental education. The expertise of the forest and the long experience of guides and scouts in the organization of activities helped to bring awareness of nature and education of young people for responsible lives to the conservation of the environment.
Stevninghus is a large Guide and Scout camp. Here are a lot of possibilities for sleeping in door as well as out on the estate. Most of the site is farmland with continual grass. On the estate there is endless possibilities for activities and for enjoying nature. Ny Hedeby, our viking village is the base of many viking activities. We are situated on the banks of the Lake Hostrup and therefore you can go fishing, swimming or rafting.
Kliplev, Denmark
Techuana is an international camp and training centre for the Carinthian boy Scouts and girl Guides. Techuana, the secluded camp ground in the southern part of Carinthia, Austria offers whatever a boy Scout or girl Guide desires. Surrounded by mountains, forests, moorland and a lake it is the perfect place for sporting and natural activities like wild life observation as well.
Spittal, Austria
Islamorada, Florida, USA The Florida National High Adventure Sea Base, located on Islamorada in the Florida Keys, is owned and operated by the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America. The facility offers unique educational aquatic programs and operates nine different adventures out of three different locations: two in the Florida Keys, and one in Marsh Harbour, Bahamas. The adventures include Coral Reef Sailing, Sea Exploring Adventure, Scuba Adventure, Scuba Certification, and Live Aboard Scuba Adventure.
Germany The history of Westernohe Scouts Centre has started in the 50s when Rovers chose this place to build up a recreational centre for disabled children. People with disabilities are most welcome guests – all houses and most camp sites are accessible also by wheelchair. Sports grounds, a prayer room suitable for different religious services, labyrinth, playground, a gym with climbing wall and many more facilities offer a great variety of activities for scouts of all ages. The Centre offers self catering and full board – the kitchen is a certified organic kitchen and caters for all kind of diets. Campers find sanitary facilities close to their camp sites, groups who stay in the houses are provided with modern and barrier free toilets and bathrooms.