KOA Scout Program
What is the KOA Scout Program?
Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Girl Guides across North America now have a great way to experience the outdoors, work on merit badges and have a fun time with Kampgrounds of America.
Participating KOA campgrounds are offering special discount rates to Scouts and their leaders, as well as free use of group pavilions and other facilities. KOA Scout Program discount rates include:
- A $5 per Scout/Troop leader rate on camping fees, as well as free use of group pavilion facilities. The $5 rate applies to RV or tent sites with a minimum of 5 Scouts and 1 Troop leader.
- A 10% discounted fee will apply to all Scout usage of KOA Kabin, Kottage and Lodge accommodations.
- The Scout rate is available only when reservations are made directly through the campground. The rate is not valid with Internet reservations or with Hot Deals.
Plan your next Scout camping trip with KOA
With 450 KOA Campground locations across North America, there is always a great place to camp nearby. From rustic mountain locations to country and even urban locations, there are many different ways to enjoy camping at KOA.
Our campgrounds' safe, clean atmospheres provide the ideal venue for hosting Scouting events, earning merit badges and fulfilling service opportunities. Below are just a handful of the badge-specific activities available to Scouts at participating KOA Campgrounds:
- Camping
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Insect Study
- Wilderness Survival
- Bird Study
- Swimming
- Canoeing
- Fire Safety
- Nature
- Forestry
- Emergency Preparedness
KOA's connection to Scouting runs deep
Kampgrounds of America's CEO, Jim Rogers, is one of 10 Eagle Scouts in his family. Jim considers himself a "lifelong Scout", and currently serves as Vice President of Finance for the Western Region of the Boy Scouts of America and is a recipient of the Boy Scouts of America Distinguished Eagle Award.
"KOA and Scouting share many of the same values," Rogers said. "We're so proud to be able to offer a program that will provide Scouts more opportunities to experience the joys of time spent outdoors. Scouting is all about personal growth, and there are so many things Scouts can experience on a KOA campground that will enhance this growth."
