FLATHEAD LAKE
MELITA ISLAND
Experience your own private island while attending Camp Melita Island. Melita Island, located on Flathead Lake – the largest natural freshwater lake in the western US – inspires adventure through unique opportunities like sailing, scuba diving, all forms of paddle sports, nature, hiking Wild Horse Island and emergency preparation programs. Melita hosts programs for adult leaders too – including boat rides and pie-making class – and an A.C.E. program, designed to challenge older Scouts.
2023 registration is open to ONLY Montana Council units until May 14, 2022. Beginning May 15, registration is open for all.
Camp Resources
camp Highlights
Sailing
Scuba Diving
Advanced camper experience
water sports
swim + recreation area
Best for age groups
Scouts BSA
Venturers
Adult Leaders
2023 fees
Deposit $200 per unit
Youth $475
(Fee will increase to $500 if not paid in full by May 15, 2023.)
Adult $275
2023 Camp Dates
Week 1 July 9 – 15
Week 2 July 16 – 22
Week 3 July 23 – 29
Week 4 July 30 – Aug. 5
Week 5 Aug. 6 – Aug. 12
2023 registration Opens April 8, 2022
2023 registration is open to ONLY Montana Council units until May 14, 2022. Beginning May 15, registration is open for all.
2022 fees
In Council
Youth $445 ($395*)
Adult $300 ($250*)
Out of Council
Youth $525 ($475*)
Adult $325 (275*)
Registration
* Early Bird discount for registrations received and paid before march 1, 2022 with $100 due by jan. 15, 2022. Another $100 and final numbers are due by Feb. 15, 2022. The Balance is due by may 15, 2022.
2022 Camp Dates
Week 1 July 10 – 16
Week 2 July 17 – 23
Week 3 July 24 – 30
Week 4 July 31 – Aug. 6
Week 5 Aug. 7 – Aug. 13
Training Dates
Lifeguard Week June 26 – July 2
Staff Week July 3 – 9
Other camp programs at Melita Island
Advanced Camper Experience (ACE)
Advanced campers will have an opportunity to participate in the Advanced Camper Experience (ACE). This program exists to give older scouts an opportunity to use their skills in a high-adventure setting, such as whitewater rafting, hiking, water skiing, snor- keling, sailing, and more.
fees
In Council
Youth $115
Out of Council
Youth $115
Health & Medical form
All campers are required to submit completed Health & Medical Form.
LEadership Discounts
Questions about Melita Island? Contact mtcouncil@montanabsa.org.
CampiNG GUIDE
For more information on this camp as well as our other Montana Council camp opportunities, view the 2021 Camping Guide.
Cancellations & refunds
Any unit or individual Scout canceling prior to June 1 may be able to receive a refund of fees less the $200 deposit and $75 camp readiness fee for each Scout and/or adult cancellation.
After June 1, no refunds will be issued until after the end of the camping season. Refunds will be determined by the Camp Director. Valid reasons include death, illness or military orders such as TDA or PCS. Scouts and adults will receive on-half of fees charged and/or paid for each camp.
All fees must be paid on time in order to hold your campsite, the unit may lose its place if fees are not on time.
