Meet Me at the Grizz: Scouting and Summer Camp at Rotary Scout Reservation

Twenty episodes into Meet Me at the Grizz, what have we learned about summer camp — and why it still matters today?In this special reflection episode, Ken Clough looks back at the first twenty conversations of the podcast and explores the deeper meaning behind the stories shared by Scouters, volunteers, camp staff, and leaders connected to Rotary Scout Reservation.Throughout the first twenty episodes, a common thread emerges. Summer camp is more than a week in the outdoors. It is a place where leadership is developed, friendships are formed, and young people discover what they are capable of becoming.In this episode, Ken reflects on the themes that have shaped the podcast so far:The importance of place and the unique environment of Rotary Scout ReservationThe people who make camp possible — staff, volunteers, and Scout leadersThe outdoor classroom where learning happens through experienceThe traditions that connect generations of ScoutsAnd why the lessons learned at camp still matter in the world todayAlong the way, Ken shares the story behind how Meet Me at the Grizz began — a conversation at camp about the importance of ensuring that future generations of Scouts have the opportunity to experience summer camp.Because places like Rotary Scout Reservation don’t exist by accident. They exist because people care enough to make them possible.Whether you are a Scout leader, camp staff member, parent, or someone who remembers the impact summer camp had on your life, this episode is a reminder that the experiences of camp stay with us long after the week is over.The lessons remain.The friendships remain.And the responsibility to pass those experiences on to the next generation remains.Meet Me at the Grizz is a podcast about Scouting, summer camp, leadership, and the traditions that shape the Rotary Scout Reservation community.Hosted by Ken Clough — Scouter, camp volunteer, and storyteller.

Summer camp is one of the most memorable parts of the Scouting experience. For many Scouts, it’s the highlight of the year—hiking forest trails, swimming in the lake, learning new skills, and gathering around the campfire with friends.But summer camp was never meant to be the goal of Scouting.It’s part of something bigger.In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, Ken Clough explores the deeper idea behind summer camp and the vision that Robert Baden-Powell had when he first created Scouting more than a century ago. Baden-Powell believed that young people learn best through experience—through challenges, teamwork, and exploration in what he called the “school of the outdoors.”Today we might describe that idea as the outdoor classroom.From leadership and teamwork to confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of the outdoors, the outdoor classroom continues to shape young people in powerful ways. And summer camp is one of the clearest expressions of that vision.Join Ken as he reflects on how Scout camp brings this outdoor classroom to life and why the experiences Scouts have at camp continue to matter just as much today as they did when Scouting first began.Meet Me at the Grizz is a podcast about the people, places, traditions, and experiences that make Scout camp such an important part of the Scouting journey.Hosted by Ken Clough — Scouter, camp volunteer, and storyteller.

Provisional camping gives Scouts the opportunity to attend summer camp even when their troop’s schedule doesn’t align. Whether it’s a second week at camp, attending STEM Week, or simply wanting more time at Rotary Scout Reservation, provisional camping ensures that camp isn’t limited by scheduling.But provisional camping is about more than placement.In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, Ken Clough explores the leadership required to integrate provisional Scouts into a troop community. From the first campsite conversation between parent and leader, to intentional check-ins during meals, to youth leadership awareness, this episode reflects on how fellowship becomes visible at camp.What does Scout fellowship really mean when traditions differ? How do troops make room without losing identity? And how does provisional camping prepare Scouts for belonging beyond camp?Provisional camping always works — but leadership makes the difference.Join us at Rotary Scout Reservation as we explore fellowship, community, and leadership in action.

What is summer camp really about?We talk about the schedule, the merit badges, and what the week looks like. But at Rotary Scout Reservation, summer camp is about something deeper; it’s where the values of Scouting become real.In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz: Scouting at RSR, I reflect on some of my most meaningful moments at Rotary Scout Reservation, moments that made me smile and reminded me why camp matters.From volunteering at Beaver Day and watching scouts take pride in preparing their camp…To an unforgettable Order of the Arrow weekend under a sky filled with fireflies…To seeing nervous scouts step onto the parade field for color guard and walk off more confident than before…These aren’t just memories.They are examples of how Scouting teaches service, stewardship, courage, leadership, and community, not through lectures, but through lived experience.If you care about Scout summer camp, youth leadership development, or the enduring values of Scouting at Rotary Scout Reservation, this episode is for you.🎙️ Listen now and reflect on the moments that shaped you.

Summer camp changes more than individual Scouts—it changes entire troops.In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, Ken Clough reflects on a recent visit to a Scout troop where nearly every Scout had a summer camp story to share. From merit badges and program areas to friendships, traditions, and moments of growth, the conversation revealed how deeply summer camp shapes a troop’s sense of community.Ken explores why troops that attend Scout summer camp year after year often become more engaged, confident, and connected, and how leaders, parents, and committee members play a critical role in making those experiences possible. The episode also speaks directly to new Scout leaders and units that may not yet understand the full value of summer camp, offering encouragement, perspective, and practical insight.While this podcast focuses on Rotary Scout Reservation, the lessons in this episode apply to any troop, any camp, and any Scouting community committed to helping Scouts grow.If you’re a Scout leader, parent, committee member, or volunteer wondering how summer camp can strengthen your unit, this episode is for you.In This EpisodeWhy summer camp strengthens troop communityHow Scout traditions form and bring units back year after yearThe role of leaders and parents in successful camp experiencesWhy new Scout leaders may underestimate the impact of campHow camps like Rotary Scout Reservation connect troops to the larger Scouting community

What is Cub Scout Resident Camp, and why does it matter so much in a young Scout’s journey?In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, host Ken Clough sits down with Quin Ciccolella, Program Director at Rotary Scout Reservation, to walk families, leaders, and Scouts through the full Cub Scout resident camp experience. From arrival day and program areas to dining hall songs, campfires, staff training, trading post slushies, and parent involvement, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what camp is really like and why it often becomes a defining Scouting memory.You’ll also hear how feedback shapes the program, how parents can prepare and sign up, and why resident camp builds confidence, independence, and connection long before Scouts move on to Scouting America.(And yes, if you listen closely, you’ll hear Ken’s Great Pyrenees, Moxie, barking in the background. She strongly supports Cub Scout summer camp.)Perfect for Cub Scout parents, den leaders, volunteers, and anyone curious about Scouting at Rotary Scout Reservation.

Episode Title: A Typical Tuesday at Rotary Scout ReservationPodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter , Camp Volunteer, StorytellerEpisode Summary: What does a normal day at Rotary Scout Reservation really feel like once camp settles into its rhythm?In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, host Ken Clough walks listeners through a typical Tuesday at camp, from early morning to lights out, told through both the Scout and leader perspectives. Tuesday is when camp stops feeling new and starts feeling familiar, when routines take hold, confidence grows, and the experience becomes steady and intentional.This reflective episode explores the quiet work leaders do behind the scenes, the independence Scouts begin to show after a few days at camp, and the moments, big and small, that make camp feel like home. It’s not about schedules or requirements, but about what camp truly feels like once everyone has settled in.Whether you’re a parent, Scout, or adult leader, this episode offers an honest, reassuring look at daily life at Rotary Scout Reservation and why camp works the way it does.Key Segments:Why Tuesday Matters at CampA Leader’s Morning: Up Before the ScoutsFlag Raising & Breakfast in the Dining HallMorning Program & Quiet OversightLunch, Siesta, and Informal Check-InsThe Training Post, Slushies, and Small MomentsAfternoon Program & Behind-the-Scenes LeadershipRetreat, Dinner, and Evening PlanningCampfires, Stories, and Winding DownLights Out and Doing It All Again TomorrowKeywords: Rotary Scout Reservation, Meet Me at the Grizz, Scout camp experience, A day at Scout camp, Scout camp routine, Scouting leadership, Adult leaders at camp, Summer camp life, Youth development, Camp community#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #RotaryScoutReservation #ScoutCamp #ScoutingLife #CampLeadership #AdultLeaders #SummerCamp #CampStories #YouthDevelopment #ScoutingCommunity

Episode Title: A Week That Mattered: Cub Scout Camp, Volunteering, and the Power of Showing UpPodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter, Camp Volunteer, and StorytellerEpisode Summary: What happens when you choose presence over productivity — even when life is full?In this reflective episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, Ken Clough looks back on his years as a Cub Scout Day Camp den leader and adult volunteer, spending full weeks at camp with his sons during their Cub Scout and Scout years. Camp was tiring, demanding, and required stepping away from work, deadlines, and even doctoral studies — but it became one of the most meaningful commitments he ever made.Recorded through the lens of lived experience, this episode explores Cub Scout Day Camp and Cub Scout Resident Camp at Rotary Scout Reservation, and how early familiarity with camp helps Scouts build confidence, belonging, and readiness for the next stage of their Scouting journey.Ken reflects on leadership through proximity, volunteering while exhausted, and why taking a single intentional week can shape a lifetime — for both Scouts and parents. The episode also previews future conversations with leaders, parents, and staff who will share their own Cub Scout camp experiences.This episode is for parents, leaders, and anyone who has ever wondered whether stepping away from work to show up fully is worth it.Key Segments: Taking a full week off to volunteer as a Cub Scout Day Camp den leaderExperiencing Cub Scout camp at the same reservation as older ScoutsHow familiarity with camp builds confidence for resident campVolunteering while managing work, exhaustion, and a doctoral dissertationLeadership through presence, patience, and walking beside ScoutsWhy Cub Scout Day Camp and Resident Camp matter more than we realizeEncouragement for parents considering volunteering — even onceLooking ahead to future Cub Scout camp voices on the podcastKeywords: Cub Scout camp, Cub Scout Day Camp, Cub Scout Resident Camp, Scout volunteering, Parent volunteers, Scouting leadership, Rotary Scout Reservation, Cub Scout parents, Scout camp experiences, Youth leadership development, Family volunteering, Scouting memories, Meet Me at the Grizz#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #CubScoutCamp #ScoutVolunteers #RotaryScoutReservation #ScoutingFamily #CubScoutParents #YouthLeadership #ScoutingMemories #VolunteerLeadership

Episode Title: From Planning to Leadership: Involving Scouts Fully in the Summer Camp ExperiencePodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter, Camp Volunteer, and StorytellerEpisode Summary: Summer camp is more than a destination—it’s one of the most powerful leadership experiences Scouting offers when Scouts are truly involved. In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, Ken Clough explores how engaging Scouts before, during, and after camp transforms a simple week away from home into a meaningful leadership journey.Drawing on real-life troop experiences at Rotary Scout Reservation, Ken discusses why Scouts consistently chose to return to the same camp and campsite, how familiarity and belonging foster confidence, and why friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere matter more than convenience or cost. He shares practical insights on Scout-led camp selection, pre-camp planning meetings, post-camp evaluations, and finding the right balance with merit badge schedules.The episode also dives into the realities of using the patrol method at camp—assigning duties, managing shared responsibilities, completing service projects, and learning leadership through imperfect moments. Whether you’re a Scout leader, parent, or longtime Scouter, this episode highlights how summer camp becomes a leadership incubator when Scouts are trusted to help shape the experience.Key Episode Segments:Introduction: Camp Doesn’t Start on Day OneGetting Scouts Involved in Selecting a CampSelecting a Campsite: Small Decisions, Big ImpactPre-Camp Planning Meetings: Setting the TonePost-Camp Evaluation Meetings: Two Different PerspectivesMerit Badge Selection: Finding the Right BalanceThe Patrol Method: Always a Work in ProgressPatrol Duties: Responsibility in ActionService Projects: Giving Back to CampCamp as a Leadership IncubatorClosing Thoughts: Trust the ProcessKeywords: Scout summer camp, Scout leadership development, Rotary Scout Reservation, Patrol method at camp, Scout-led planning, Youth leadership in Scouting, Merit badge planning, Campsite organization, Scout service projects, Camp traditions, PLC leadership, Scout reflection and evaluation, Troop culture at camp#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #ScoutSummerCamp #ScoutLeadership #PatrolMethod #RotaryScoutReservation #YouthLeadership #ScoutingLife #CampLeadership #ScoutTraditions #TroopLife

Episode Title: The Quiet Moments at CampPodcast: Meet Me At The GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter, Camp Volunteer, and StorytellerEpisode Summary: Some of the most meaningful moments at camp aren’t scheduled, announced, or planned. They happen in the quiet—in the pauses between activities, at the end of the day, and in those moments when Scouts are off having their own experiences and leaders are left simply being present.In this reflective episode, Ken explores the quiet moments that shape both Scouts and leaders: looking up at a sky filled with stars and the Milky Way, watching the International Space Station glide silently overhead, listening to owls in the woods, and sharing unhurried time fishing, reading, playing games, or sitting around a fading campfire. These moments of stillness create space for perspective, independence, and connection.Recorded during a moment of stillness, this episode looks at how the quiet moments at camp—often overlooked—leave a lasting impact. For Scouts, they build confidence and self-awareness. For leaders, they offer calm, perspective, and a rare chance to slow down. Sometimes, the quiet moments aren’t a break from camp—they are camp.Key Episode Segments:What We Mean by the Quiet Moments at CampNight Skies, Stars, and PerspectiveWatching the International Space Station TogetherNature as a Constant CompanionSlow Activities and Unrushed ConnectionThe Calm at the End of the DayBeing Present as a Leader in a Connected WorldWhy the Quiet Matters for Scouts and LeadersKeywords: Scouting, summer camp, Rotary Scout Reservation, quiet moments, camp leadership, Scout leadership, outdoor reflection, camp traditions, youth independence, adult leaders, mindfulness in Scouting#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #ScoutingLife #SummerCamp #CampLeadership #QuietMoments #ScoutLeaders #OutdoorReflection #YouthDevelopment #CampStories

Episode Title: Encouraging Parents to Attend Camp as Leaders: Seeing Scouting from the InsidePodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: For many families, summer camp feels like a simple handoff: pack the gear, say goodbye, and hope for the best. But camp looks very different from the inside. In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, Ken Clough explores why encouraging parents to attend camp as leaders can transform not only the camp experience, but a family’s understanding of the Scouting program itself.Drawing from real troop experience, Ken shares how inviting parents to camp, even for part of the week, builds trust, reduces burnout, and strengthens youth leadership. He explains why his troop removed barriers by budgeting for adult leader fees, how training and clear expectations set adults up for success, and why more hands on deck actually creates more space for Scouts to lead.This episode is a practical and reflective guide for parents who want to better understand Scouting, and for troop leaders looking to build a stronger, more sustainable camp culture. If you’ve ever wondered how camp truly works, or how adults can support it without getting in the way, this conversation is for you.Key Episode Segments:Camp Is Not What Most Parents ExpectWhy We Encouraged Parents to Attend—Even Part of the WeekRemoving Barriers: Paying Adult Leader Camp FeesWhen Parents Have Concerns, Invite Them Into the ExperienceMore Hands on Deck Makes Camp Better—Not Less Youth-LedAssigning Clear Roles So Parents Feel ConfidentTraining Is Essential for All Adult Camp LeadersTrained Parents Learn When to Step BackCheck-Ins, Communication, and SupportThe Long-Term Impact: Parents Gain a Deeper Understanding of ScoutingKeywords: Scouting summer camp, parents as camp leaders, adult leader training, youth-led Scouting, troop leadership, parent involvement in Scouting, summer camp leadership, Scout parent perspective, building strong troops, Meet Me at the Grizz podcast#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #Scouting #SummerCamp #ScoutLeaders #ParentInvolvement #YouthLeadership #ScoutLife #CampLeadership #ScoutingFamilies #LeadershipDevelopment

Episode Title: Behind the Scenes at Camp: How Staff, Commissioners, and Directors Support Your ScoutPodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: Go behind the scenes at Scout camp to understand how Scouts are supported throughout the week. In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, Ken Clough explains how troop leaders serve as the primary caregivers at camp, supported by a coordinated team of trained staff, commissioners, and camp directors.Drawing from real leadership experience, Ken shares how communication, familiarity, and intentional partnership create a layered support system that keeps Scouts safe, engaged, and confident. From campsite check-ins to program-area feedback and leadership collaboration, this episode offers parents and leaders a clear picture of how camps work behind the scenes to help Scouts succeed and want to come back year after year.Key Episode SegmentsTroop Leaders: The Primary Supervision at CampWhen Troop Leaders Need SupportPartnering with Commissioners: Experience MattersWho's Watching Behind the ScenesHow Camp Staff are Trained to Handle IssuesWhen Something Goes WrongThe Role of Camp DirectorsWhy Camps Want Your Scout to SucceedWhat Parents and Leaders Can DoA Team You Can Trust Keywords: Scout camp supervision, troop leadership at camp, summer camp safety, Scout camp staff roles, camp commissioners, camp directors, first-time Scout camp, Scout parent concerns, Meet Me at the Grizz podcast#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #ScoutCamp #ScoutingLife #SummerCamp #ScoutLeadership #TroopLife #CampCommunity #ScoutingParents #YouthLeadership

Episode Title: More Than a Campsite: Building Fellowship, Ownership, and Legacy at CampPodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: Summer camp is more than a week away from home; it’s a place where Scouts learn responsibility, connection, and what it means to belong. In this reflective episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, Ken Clough shares how troop traditions, service, and simple acts of fellowship transformed a campsite into something much more meaningful.From pre-camp service days and preparing camp facilities, to sharing Dutch oven donuts with neighboring troops and staff, these experiences helped Scouts develop a sense of ownership and pride in camp. Ken also reflects on projects like installing a campsite flagpole—an improvement that benefited not just one troop, but every troop that came after—illustrating how Scouts can leave a lasting imprint on the places that shape them.This episode encourages troops, leaders, and families to think beyond the program schedule and consider how service, tradition, and community create a camp experience that lasts long after the week ends. It’s a reminder that when Scouts help build camp, camp builds them in return.Key Episode Segments:Camp Doesn't Start on SundayPreparation Builds ConnectionOwnership Changes BehaviorBuilding Something That LastsImproving Camp for EveryoneFellowship Begins at the CampsiteTraditions Just for the TroopAnticipation is Built Through ContributionWhat Adults Learn by Stepping BackLegacy Works Both WaysBe Part of Something BiggerStart Your Own Troop Traditions More Than a Campsite Keywords: summer camp traditions, scouting fellowship, camp service projects, troop culture at camp, building camp community, scout leadership development, preparing for summer camp, ownership and responsibility, rotary scout reservation, meet me at the grizz podcast#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #ScoutingAmerica #SummerCamp #ScoutLife #CampTraditions #ScoutingFellowship #CampCommunity #ScoutLeadership #YouthDevelopment #CampService

Episode Title: Small but Mighty: How Every Troop Can Make Summer Camp HappenPodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: Troop size shouldn’t determine whether a Scout can experience summer camp. In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, host Ken Clough explores how small troops, new troops, and units with limited adult leadership can still enjoy a full, authentic week at Rotary Scout Reservation. Whether your troop has three Scouts or thirteen, there are clear, supportive pathways to attending camp—and none of them require compromising the program or the experience.Ken breaks down how troop pairing works, what it feels like to join a multi-unit campsite, and why provisional camping is such a powerful option for individual Scouts. He also highlights the growing popularity of STEM Week—a week many Scouts return for as provisional campers, often after attending another camp with their home troop. Even if your unit is headed somewhere else this summer, your Scout can still choose RSR for a second week or as their primary camp. No matter your situation, RSR is committed to making sure every Scout has a place at camp.This episode is designed to reassure leaders, inform parents, and empower Scouts. The message is simple: every Scout can come to camp, and RSR will help you get there. If your unit is navigating a membership lull, rebuilding after leadership transitions, or simply figuring out how to make camp work this year, this episode offers practical solutions and encouragement to make your summer adventure possible.Key Episode Segments:Why no troop is “too small” for summer campHow troop pairing creates support and communityMulti-troop campsites and the benefits for small unitsHow provisional camping works at RSRWhy Scouts return for STEM Week year after yearAttending RSR even if your home troop goes to another campHow leaders and parents can plan for camp with small numbersKeywords: Rotary Scout Reservation, small Scout troops, camp pairing, provisional camping, STEM Week RSR, Scout summer camp, BSA camping options, rebuilding Scout troops, multi-troop campsite, second week of camp, troop leadership support, Meet Me at the Grizz, Ken Clough podcast, camp planning, Scouting in Twin Rivers Council, youth outdoor adventure, Boy Scouts summer camp 2026.#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #RotaryScoutReservation #RSR2026 #BoyScouts #Scouting #SummerCamp #ProvisionalCamping #STEMWeek #SmallTroopBigExperience #ScoutLife #BSAAdventure #TwinRiversCouncil #ScoutLeaders #CampingTogether #ScoutStrong

Episode Title: Twelve Summers at Rotary: What I Learned as an Adult LeaderPodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: For twelve summers, I brought my troop to Rotary Scout Reservation and experienced firsthand what it truly means to lead Scouts through a week of adventure, growth, and responsibility. In this episode, I reflect on the lessons those years taught me, from the demanding daily rhythm of managing a troop to the power of the Patrol Method in building structure, accountability, and youth leadership in the campsite.I share the incredible rewards that come with watching Scouts grow more confident and independent, and how recognizing leadership potential in small moments can transform the culture of a troop. I also dig into managing parent expectations, communicating effectively before, during, and after camp, and the value of using social media updates to help families stay connected to their Scout’s experience.Finally, we explore the importance of teamwork among adult leaders, planning for challenges before they happen, caring for yourself throughout the week, and how each summer offers lessons that make the next one even better. After twelve years at RSR, I can confidently say that if you want to learn about leadership and organizational development, take a troop to summer camp—it will test you, teach you, and change you.Key Episode Segments:The Reality Check: Managing a Troop at CampThe Reward: Watching Scouts GrowManaging Parent ExpectationsWorking with Other Adult LeadersTaking Care of YourselfPlanning for ChallengesLearning From ExperienceThe Legacy of Twelve Summers#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #RotaryScoutReservation #RSR #BoyScouts #ScoutingJourney #AdultLeaders #ScoutLeadership #SummerCampStories #ScoutingLife #PatrolMethod #LeadershipInScouting #TroopLeadership #CampMemories #YouthLeadership #ScoutmastersLife #ScoutingCommunity

Episode Title: From Camper to Staff Leader: Inside the Rotary Scout Reservation Summer Camp Staff ExperiencePodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, host Ken Clough sits down with Logan Middendorf, a current staff leader at Rotary Scout Reservation, to explore the real, day-to-day experience of working at one of the most beloved Scout camps in the Northeast. Logan shares his Scouting journey from first-grade Cub Scout to senior patrol leader, OA ceremonial officer, and now Handicrafts Director at RSR. His path shows how summer camp staff roles can shape confidence, friendships, and leadership skills in ways that last far beyond the summer.Logan offers an inside look at staff life: the excitement of his first year teaching, how he balanced multiple program areas, and how returning summers helped him grow as a leader. He also talks about Staff Week, the essential training that prepares staff for everything campers never see — from safety procedures to program setup to adapting on the fly. One of the major themes of the episode is flexibility: being ready to teach anywhere, help with any task, or step into unexpected roles—all part of the camp staff experience.For Scouts thinking about joining the RSR staff, Logan shares honest, practical advice: what qualities make a great staff member, what he wishes he knew before his first summer, and what keeps him coming back each year. Whether you’re a Scout, parent, leader, or former staff member yourself, this episode captures the heart of what it means to work at Rotary Scout Reservation — and why these summers matter.Key Segments in This Episode:Logan’s Scouting Experience — From Cub Scouts to senior patrol leader to serving in key OA ceremonial roles.What Attracted Him to Staff — How camping, community, and hands-on learning drew him to spend his summers at RSR. Life on Staff — His first-year experience, working across multiple areas, favorite program roles, what surprised him, and how Staff Week sets the tone for a successful summer.Flexibility and Versatility — Why adapting to different roles is essential and how stepping into unexpected responsibilities helped him grow as a leader.Advice for Future Staff Members — The qualities that make a great RSR staff member, what he wishes he knew before joining staff, and what keeps him coming back each summer. One-Sentence Staff Experience Summary — Logan reflects on the unique learning and leadership opportunities that shape every week on staff.#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #RotaryScoutReservation #RSRStaff #ScoutingAmerica #ScoutCamp #CampStaffLife #SummerCampStaff #ScoutLeadership #OrderOfTheArrow #StaffWeek #CampLife #YouthLeadership #ScoutingJourney

Episode Title: A Week at Rotary Scout Reservation: What to Expect from Arrival to DeparturePodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: In this special episode, host Ken Clough walks new parents and unit leaders through a full week at Rotary Scout Reservation — from Sunday check-in to Saturday departure. Hear what daily life is like at camp: meals, merit badges, the Trading Post, family night, and the famous Friday movie.Ken shares a detailed look at how Scouts grow through the structure, freedom, and friendships that define camp life. Whether you’re preparing for your first summer or reliving old memories, this episode captures the sights, sounds, and spirit of Rotary Scout Reservation.Key Segments:Sunday Arrival and Check-InThe Daily Routine: Mornings, Afternoons, and EveningsSiesta Time, Games, and the Trading PostWednesday Family Night and CampfireFriday Movie and Closing ReflectionsTips for Parents and Leaders#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #RotaryScoutReservation #ScoutingAmerica #TwinRiversCouncil #SummerCamp #ScoutingLife #ScoutParents #CampTraditions #ScoutingSpirit #CampStories

Episode Title: Building the Team — Inside Staff Training at Rotary Scout ReservationPodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: Before the first scout arrives at Rotary Scout Reservation, the staff are already hard at work preparing for the summer ahead. In this episode, host Ken Clough talks with long-time staff member Kyle Kearney, whose years of service include nearly every leadership position at camp — from Aquatics and COPE/Climbing Director to Program and Assistant Camp Director.Kyle takes us behind the scenes of staff training at Rotary, from the intensive experience of National Camping School to the teamwork and learning that happen during Staff Week. He explains how staff members develop essential life skills — leadership, communication, problem-solving, and collaboration — that serve them long after summer ends.Whether you’re a parent, a scout, or someone considering joining the Rotary staff, this episode reveals the preparation, dedication, and heart that make Rotary’s staff the foundation of every great camp experience.Key Segments:Kyle’s Journey Through Rotary Staff RolesWhat National Camping School Is Really LikeThe Purpose and Power of Staff WeekLife Skills Learned on Camp StaffAdvice for Future Staff Members#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #RotaryScoutReservation #ScoutingAmerica #CampStaff #StaffTraining #Leadership #ScoutingStories #SummerCamp #YouthLeadership #Teamwork

Episode Title: Learning Skills for Life – From Camper to Camp Leader at Rotary Scout ReservationPodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: In this inspiring episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, host Ken Clough sits down with longtime Scouter Ed Keilen, whose story at Rotary Scout Reservation began as a young camper and evolved into leadership as a staff member, area director, program director, camp director, and assistant camp ranger.Ed shares how working at Rotary shaped his professional journey — the leadership, teamwork, and responsibility that carried into every part of his life. Along the way, he reflects on the lessons that only camp can teach: adapting under pressure, mentoring others, and finding purpose in a career.This episode also speaks directly to Scouts and parents thinking about the value of the staff experience. Ed’s insights highlight how being on camp staff builds confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships — all while learning skills that last far beyond the summer.If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work at RSR or how Scouting prepares you for life, this conversation will show you why being on staff might be the best decision you’ll ever make.Key Segments:From Camper to Assistant Camp RangerHow Camp Shaped a Career PathLeadership and Career Skills for LifeThe RSR Community and FellowshipAdvice for Future Staff MembersIndependence and Responsibility#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #RotaryScoutReservation #ScoutingAmerica #ScoutLife #CampStaff #Leadership #SkillsForLife #ScoutStories #TwinRiversCouncil #RotaryStrong #ScoutSummer #LearnLeadServe #ScoutCamp #ScoutingAdventures

Episode Title: Planning for Summer Camp: Why It Starts NowPodcast: Meet Me at the GrizzHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: It’s never too early to start planning for summer camp! In this episode of Meet Me at the Grizz, host Ken Clough explains why the best camp experiences at Rotary Scout Reservation — part of Twin Rivers Council, Scouting America — start with fall planning.From reserving your campsite and picking the perfect week, to preparing fundraising plans and engaging new Webelos Scouts, Ken shares practical tips and real stories to help leaders, parents, and Scouts get ahead for next summer.Discover why Rotary Scout Reservation’s all-inclusive experience (with no add-on fees) makes it one of the best places for adventure, learning, and friendship in Scouting.Key Segments:Why Fall is the Time to Plan for CampReserving Your Campsite and Choosing Your WeekFundraising and the “Earn Your Way to Camp” TraditionTroop Coordination and Leadership PlanningWelcoming Webelos Scouts into the Summer ExperienceHow Early Planning Builds Confidence and CommunityWhether you’re a troop leader, parent, or Scout looking ahead to next year, this episode will inspire you to start preparing today — because every great summer begins with a plan.#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #RotaryScoutReservation #ScoutingAmerica #TwinRiversCouncil #ScoutCamp #SummerCampPlanning #WebelosCrossover #ScoutingAdventure #ScoutLife

Episode Title: Welcome to the Grizz: Stories, History, and Why We’re HerePodcast: Meet Me at the Grizz: Scouting at RSRHost: Ken Clough, Scouter and Camp VolunteerEpisode Summary: In this inaugural episode, host Ken Clough welcomes listeners to Meet Me at the Grizz: Scouting at RSR — a new podcast celebrating the history, spirit, and community of Rotary Scout Reservation, the Twin Rivers Council’s premier summer camp in upstate New York.Ken introduces the meaning behind the phrase “Meet Me at the Grizz,” exploring how the iconic Grizz Pavilion has become a gathering place and a symbol of connection for generations of Scouts. He also shares his personal Scouting journey — from his days as a 1970s Scout, to serving as a leader and council president, to returning each summer as a volunteer and mentor.Listeners will discover what makes RSR more than just a camp: it’s a place of growth, leadership, and lifelong friendships. This episode sets the stage for a series filled with stories, interviews, traditions, and insights that capture the true essence of Scouting at Rotary Scout Reservation.Key Segments:Rotary Scout Reservation: More Than a CampMy Scouting StoryWhy This Podcast ExistsWhat to Expect in Future EpisodesThe Meaning of “Meet Me at the Grizz”#MeetMeAtTheGrizz #ScoutingAtRSR #RotaryScoutReservation #TwinRiversCouncil #BoyScouts #ScoutCamp #CampStories #LeadershipThroughScouting #KenClough #ScoutingPodcast #UpstateNYScouts #ScoutLife #CampfireStories