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Boy Scout of America Camp

3301 SW 142nd Ave, Davie, FL

Camp Elmore at the Tatham Scout Service Center is a private 117-acre facility in Davie managed by the South Florida Council of Scouting America. It primarily serves registered scouting units and their families with dedicated group campsites and a stocked 9-acre lake.

Officially known as Camp Elmore at the Downrite Engineering Scout Reservation, this property serves as the headquarters for the South Florida Council of Scouting America. Located at the Tatham Scout Service Center, the 117-acre grounds provide a secluded environment for youth development, group camping, and outdoor educational activities in the Davie and Weston area. The camp features 11 grassy campsites, each approximately one acre in size and designed to accommodate up to 50 people. A central 9-acre lake supports fishing, swimming, and canoeing, while the surrounding property includes nature trails with signage detailing local wildlife. Facilities on-site include a COPE climbing course, archery ranges, air rifle pavilions, and several large program pavilions for organized events. While situated near urban centers, the facility remains a private destination restricted to Scouting America members and authorized groups. It hosts weekend camping, summer programs, and adult training sessions throughout the year. Restrooms and showers are conveniently located within a short walk of all primary camping areas.

Quick Facts

  • 117-acre property known as Camp Elmore.
  • Features 11 one-acre grassy tent campsites.
  • Includes a 9-acre stocked lake for fishing and swimming.
  • Home to the Tatham Scout Service Center administrative offices.
  • On-site facilities include archery, air rifle ranges, and a COPE course.

Common Questions

Is this campground open to the general public?

No, camping at this facility is restricted to registered Scouting America (BSA) units and their families.

What is the official name of the camp?

The facility is officially known as Camp Elmore at Downrite Engineering Scout Reservation.

How large is the Camp Elmore property?

The camp spans approximately 117 acres of land in Davie, Florida.

What water activities are available on-site?

The property features a stocked 9-acre lake used for swimming, fishing, and canoeing.

How many campsites are available for reservation?

There are 11 grassy tent campsites, each roughly one acre in size.

What is the capacity for each individual campsite?

Each campsite can accommodate a maximum of 50 people.

Are there restrooms and showers at the camp?

Yes, restroom and shower facilities are located a short walking distance from the campsites.

What is the Tatham Scout Service Center?

It is the administrative headquarters for the South Florida Council of Scouting America, located at the camp entrance.

Can I reserve a campsite online?

Reservations must be made through the Tentaroo online system by authorized Scouting America unit accounts.

What specialized outdoor programs are offered?

The camp provides facilities for climbing, COPE courses, archery, and air rifle programs during organized events.

Are there nature trails at the camp?

Yes, the property includes nature trails with educational signs regarding local wildlife and ecology.

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