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Fort De Soto Campout

The Details

 

Who

This trip is for Trailmen of all ages, all Registered Adults, and an accompanying Parent of a Woodlands Trailman. Please note that all Woodlands will need a parent to attend for the entire weekend. This event is not for siblings or other unregistered youth.

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Where

Fort De Soto Campground

3500 Pinellas Bayway S.
Tierra Verde, FL 33715

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When

Friday, October 17th - Sunday, October 19th, 2025

Check in time is after 4:00 PM on Friday

Check out time is before 10:00 AM on Sunday

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What - Activities and Agenda

  • We are in the Fort DeSoto Primitive Youth Camp.

  • We have water but no electric.  We have bathrooms and showers, but showers are cold water and outdoors.

  • The campground is in the first part of the park just after the bridge.

  • There is a toll and a park entry fee, everyone will need to pay their own entrance fee.

  • Activities are as follows:

    • We will be near open water at the campsite, fort, and beach-water awareness and safety are paramount!

    • Friday: check in no earlier than 4:00 PM an no later than dark; dinner on your own; set up; eat; play; campfire fun; quiet hours 10:00 PM.

    • Saturday: breakfast & clean up; pack lunches for the day and pack gear for the day; boat ride to Shell Island; Patrol activities; eat lunch on the island; beach time; beach games; make dinner, dessert & clean up; campfire fun; quiet hours 10:00 PM

    • Sunday: breakfast; group devotional; pack up; leave no trace; check out no later than 11:00 AM.

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How Much

Cost: $55 per person - Trailmen and Adults

This price includes:

  • Saturday: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

  • Sunday: Breakfast

  • Activity fees for activities on Saturday, boat ride

  • Camping fees

​Registration will close Wednesday, October 15th at 5:00 PM.

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Food

Meals will be provided for breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Saturday as well as breakfast on Sunday. Plan for Friday dinner to be on your own. Bring your own snacks if desired.

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Medical Facilites

Nearest Hospital/ER

HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital

1501 Pasadena Ave S

St. Petersburg, FL 33707​

Things You Should Know Before Coming

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  • We are responsible for cleaning the camp at the conclusion of our stay, so don’t rush off without helping!

  • We will meet on Friday at the campground after the appointed check in time. You must arrange your own transportation for your trailman.

  • Each family is responsible for providing their own camping equipment.

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Have a question?  Send us a message.

camp out packing list​

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