Every Scout Deserves the Camp Experience
Summer camp is often the most meaningful part of a Scout’s year - a place to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and create lifelong memories. The Campership Program exists to ensure that financial concerns never prevent a Scout from attending camp.
Through a combination of automatic and need-based camperships, Minsi Trails Council is committed to making Camp Minsi accessible to every Scout and family.
What Is a Campership?
A campership is financial assistance that helps reduce the cost of attending Camp Minsi. At Minsi Trails Council, every eligible Scout automatically receives a built-in campership benefit, and additional need-based camperships are available by application.
General Trexler Campership
Automatic for All Minsi Trails Council Scouts
Every youth Scout registered in Minsi Trails Council who attends Camp Minsi receives the General Trexler Campership.
There is no application required.
How it works:
- All Minsi Trails Council youth Scouts qualify
- $75 per Scout is applied
- The campership is automatically deducted from the Camp Minsi registration fee
- Applies to Camp Minsi programs only
- No income qualification or application paperwork required
This automatic campership ensures that every Minsi Trails Scout begins camp registration with built-in financial support.
What You Need to Do
Nothing - It’s Automatic
Units and families do not need to request or apply for the General Trexler Campership.
When a Minsi Trails Council Scout registers for Camp Minsi:
- The $75 youth campership is applied
- The reduced fee is reflected during registration
- The campership is credited directly toward camp costs
General Trexler Campership FAQ
Minsi Trails Council Campership
Approximately $10,000 available for 2026
This campership is available to any Minsi Trails Council Scout attending:
- Camp Minsi Cub Scout Summer Camp
- Camp Minsi Scouts, BSA Summer Camp
- Minsi Trails Council Cub Scout Day Camp
This campership is intended to provide additional assistance beyond the automatic General Trexler Campership.
Ed Hughes Foundation Camp Scholarship Fund
Over $15,000 available for 2026
The Ed Hughes Foundation Camp Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to Scouting America registered youth residing within the former Anthracite District footprint.
Eligible ZIP codes include:
18201, 18202, 18211, 18216, 18219, 18221, 18222, 18223, 18224, 18225, 18227, 18230, 18231, 18234, 18237, 18239, 18241, 18242, 18243, 18246, 18247, 18248, 18249, 18251, 18254, 18255, 18256, 18661, 18985
Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church Camp Scholarship
$1,500 available for 2026
The Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church Camp Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to eligible Scouts.
Eligibility requirements:
- Member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church
4102 S. Main St., Whitehall, PA - Registered with Scouting America
- Registered within Minsi Trails Council
Application-Based Campership FAQs
Next Steps
- Register your Scout for Camp Minsi
Complete your Scout’s registration for Camp Minsi through the normal registration process. - Automatic campership applied
The $75 General Trexler Campership will be automatically applied to eligible Minsi Trails Council youth Scouts. No action is required. - Review additional campership options if needed
If your family needs additional financial assistance, review the available application-based camperships and confirm eligibility. - Submit applications by the deadline
Complete and submit any required campership applications by the stated deadline. Funding is limited and awarded based on eligibility and availability.
If you are unsure which camperships apply to your Scout or need help with the process, the council office is happy to assist. Most families will not need to take any additional action beyond registering for camp.
How Camperships Work Together
- The General Trexler Campership is applied automatically first
- Additional camperships may further reduce camp costs
- All campership funds are applied directly to camp fees
- Units and families are encouraged to contribute whenever possible
This layered approach helps ensure the broadest possible access to camp.
Why Camperships Matter
Camperships help ensure that:
- Financial barriers do not prevent Scouts from attending camp
- Units can plan camp attendance more confidently
- Scouts from all backgrounds can experience leadership, growth, and adventure
The General Trexler Campership reflects the council’s commitment to making the Camp Minsi experience accessible to every Scout.
Supporting the Campership Program
Camperships exist because of the generosity of donors who believe in the value of the Scouting camp experience.
You can help by:
- Donating to the Campership Fund
- Supporting council fundraising efforts
- Encouraging unit-level camp savings and fundraising
Support Camperships at Camp Minsi