Our Mission

The Camp Barton Staff Alumni Association shall exist to preserve the history and future of Camp Barton.

The Camp Barton Staff Alumni Association will continue the legacy of stewardship to Frontenac Point by means of charitable resource management, financial contributions, and volunteer service.

The Camp Barton Staff Alumni Association will serve to enhance the individual connection between Camp Baron, and all staff / leadership alumni throughout its history and into its future.

Our History

Camp Barton was established, and first operated in July of 1922 at Taughannock Falls by founder, and then Scout Executive of the Ithaca Council, Samuel D. Bogan. The camp was named in recognition of Col. Frank A. Barton (1869-1921) United States Cavalry, Decorated Veteran, and Professor of Military Science and Tactics at Cornell University. The camp was relocated in 1927 just shy of two miles north of Taughannock to Frontenac Point.

More than a century later, hundreds upon thousands of Scouts have experienced the Barton tradition. Likewise, the leadership, and staff of Camp Barton has felt the impact of the camps existence, perseverance, and longevity through each of their journeys in Scouting and life. Camp Barton is one of the most historic Scout Camp facilities in the north eastern United States and is a regional attraction for units across the country and internationally.

Our Vision

Unite, reunite, and forever preserve the Camp Barton Staff family in order to:

Uphold and carry out our Mission
Preserve the History, Integrity, and Story of the Camp Barton Staff

To Provide Membership Opportunities that:

Experience and carry on the traditions of the Camp Barton Staff.

To assist the Baden-Powell Council and to Combine Efforts between the Three Falls LDC, and the CBSAA to:

To preserve and protect the facilities, grounds, and landmarks of Camp Barton at Frontenac Point while advocating and aiding in the conservation of its flora and fauna.
To preserve and support youth outdoor education and character development at Camp Barton.