Camp John J. Barnhardt · Central North Carolina Council
Scouts, BSA/ Venturing Summer Camp
Resident camp for Scouts BSA troops and Venturing crews at Camp John J. Barnhardt.
2027: Theme to be revealed August 29th"
Price (includes a t-shirt and patch!): Youth = $435 Adults = $100
Every year we like to build some suspense around the upcoming summer camp theme. We’ll reveal all that infomation on August 29th at our Program Release Party at Camp Barnhardt. It’s a free event, so come join us and learn all that we have to offer during the 2027 summer. Learn more about and register for Program Release here. You’ll find links at the bottom of the page to sign up for the 2027 camp!
2026 information follows (to be updated after the big reveal!)
As Camp Barnhardt approaches its 60th Anniversary summer, we’ve been reminded of the legend of a dark wizard destined to conquer North Carolina’s Uwharrie region before the camp finishes celebrating its diamond anniversary. Many details have been forgotten over time as most believed his attack was simply a myth created to scare campers… but the omens are clear: Barnhardt will face a mystical attack during the 2026 summer. We’ll need all able Scouts and troops to assist in returning the dark wizard to his own realm and saving camp!
To assist you in saving our camp from the dark wizard, we’ve designed the 2026 program to train young campers in the ways of scoutcraft and wizardry. We’ll spend the early portions of the week learning from the tales of powerful past wizards and witches like Merlin, Potter, and Oz. After a series of trials and competitions, you’ll become a cunning spellcaster, a masterful alchemist, and a daring explorer of arcane arts ready to battle the dark wizard. So, ready your wands, consult your spellbooks, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!
We’ll group 2-4 troops into a great Wizardry House so they can compete as a team against the other houses. We’ll pair newer troops with our experienced groups so they have allies to guide them on their first Barnhardt journey. Will our magical sorting hat lead you to be one of the Loyal Lions or a Brave Badger? This format allows for the biggest of competitions; plus, you’ll make new friends as you compete over the Stogworts House Cup! Current teams listed here You can recruit more troops to join your Wizardry House to help win events.
You’ll see our creative schedule allows Scouts to earn up to 6 (sometimes 7) merit badges and still participate in all the campwide games and evening activities. This year, we’ve added 9 new badges: Citizenship in the Community, Crime Prevention, Dog Care, Fire Safety, Game Design, Multisport, Pets, Pioneering, and Reptile Study. Of course, we’re offering Chemistry to help you with potions and keeping adventurous options like ATV, Mountain Bikes, COPE, Waterskiing, and Cowboy Action Shooting. For adults, we offer IOLS, CPR, and Level 1 Tower.
Download the Program Guide for full details!
Payment Schedule:
$150 Per Participant Due by February 1st (Badge/activity selection opens on February 8th. Only troops who have paid $150 per Scout will be able to select badges). New Scouts may be added up until 2 weeks before camp, but the initial $150 must be paid before the registration system will allow them to select badges.
$300 Per Participant Due April 15th
$435 Per Participant Due May 15th(badges fees are due at camp)
$100 Per Leader Due May 15th
$25 Late Fee Per Scout NOT PAID IN FULL by May 15th, 2025
The 2026 Merit Badge Schedule appears below (Printer Friendly Version Here)
Spaces available below refer to Week 1 2026; Click the following links to see how many spots are still available for your week: Week 1 (also shown below), Week 2, Week 3, or Week 4)
Select your week below and register at least 1 scout and 1 leader to reserve a campsite. You may increase your numbers when you have a better idea of how many Scouts your troop will be sending. We encourage you to update your numbers by January and pay the $150 deposit per Scout at that time. You’ll be able to add the names of specific Scouts on February 8th when merit badge registration opens (if you’ve paid the deposit of $150 per Scout)
-
2026 Week 4 July 06, 2026 to July 11
-
2027 Week 1 June 13, 2027 to June 19
Register Today -
2027 Week 2 June 20, 2027 to June 26
Register Today
-
2027 Week 3 June 27, 2027 to July 03
Register Today -
2027 Week 4 July 04, 2027 to July 10
Register Today
| File Name | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 PreCamp Information Session Powerpoint Slides | Download | |
| 2026 Merit Badge Schedule | Download | |
| 2026 Program Guide | Download | |
| Advice for Selecting Badges/Activities | Download | |
| ATV Forms | ATV Forms 2026-2027 | Download |
| Barnhardt Map | Download | |
| Camper Leaving Early Form | Download | |
| Central NC Council Refund Policy | Download | |
| Dietary Needs Form | Download | |
| Horsemanship Form | Scouts and parents also need to fill out general off camp permission form. | Download |
| Multisport Training Log | Download | |
| Off Camp Field Trip Permission Slip | Required for Scouts in Aviation (airport trip), Citizenship in the Nation (local radio station), and Exploration | Download |
