Parent's Night
June 24, 2026

Parent's Night is a special time at Camp Conestoga. Families are invited to join the troop for a pot luck dinner and then stay on for the Parade of Flags, Order of the Arrow Callout Ceremony and a campfire. The camp also makes available the Zip-Line for those of a more adventurous spirit.

Parent's Night
Catawba camp site, Camp Conestoga, Eberly Scout Reservation, 639 Buck Run, Somerset, PA
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
4:00 pm - Families begin arriving

5:00 pm - Final Summit Ends - Scouts return to the campsite.

5:00 pm to 6:45 pm - Pot luck dinner in our site

5:30 pm to 6:55 pm - Open Zip Line

7:05 pm - Troops assemble in upper parade field with their flags.

7:10 pm - Parents and visitors will gather at the lower lake-side parade field

7:15 pm - The celebration will begin with the troops assembled on the lower parade field to complete evening colors.

7:20 (Approx.) - The ceremony is turned over to Order of the Arrow who will continue with the Call-Out Ceremony.

8:00 (Approx.) - Immediately following the Call Out Ceremony, Troops will partake in Wednesday night campfire

9:30 pm - Trading Post extended hours end

Troop 480 typically provides the main course (items such as fried chicken, pasta, meatballs, along with drinks). Atteding families are asked to bring side dishes: vegtables, salads, deserts. Watch for more information as the event gets closer.
Participants must be at least 14 years old
Must have a signed and completed waiver. If under 18, the waiver must also be signed by participant’s parent or guardian.
Purchase tickets at the COPE Tower ($5.00).
Please park in designated lots. You may be able to park near the hill shower house, weather permitting. Do Not attempt to park in the Catawba camp site.
You may find it helpful to bring folding chairs.