Henson Scout Reservation
Private
Scout camp operated by the Del-Mar-Va Council since 1965 on 1,889 acres of Delmarva pinelands bordered by the Nanticoke River and Marshyhope Creek in Rhodesdale. Summer sessions run in week-long blocks from late June into July, with campers sleeping in canvas tents on platforms near a dining hall and shower facilities. Program areas include aquatics in a renovated pool, motorboating, water skiing and tubing, canoeing and kayaking on Marshyhope Creek, plus merit-badge tracks in welding, blacksmithing, robotics and fly fishing. Camp fees are all-inclusive with no additional program fees.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Henson Scout Reservation directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Laurel KellyWonderful camp experience. Great staff. Amazing people. So many great family and Cub Scouting events. All around awesome! I am saddened that there won’t be a camp season for 2025. I hope Henson comes back even stronger for 2026! Thank you, Henson staff and volunteers for making our Troops and Pack always feel welcome!
★★★★★Rob SchneiderBeen twice and enjoyed both times. No camp is perfect, but they really care about improvement and ensuring that campers have a good time
★★★★★Charlie MartinWas fun and clean as well as warm. There were also good trails and I think a beaver lives cloce.
★★★★Eileen DudleyGreat place for your scout to learn and earn merrit badges. Safety is the goal. The food is great and staff will prepare for your dietary needs. The staff is friendly. Huge activities field and pool. Fishing pond, kayaking, climbing wall, rifle range so many options to choose from.
★★★★★Tim HabichOur troop did a weekend cold weather camp here. We stayed in the STEM building which was perfect for our group. Plenty of space to set up to cook. The camp had some fun weekend activity options as well.