The Leadership Cabins are cozy, well-equipped lodges located near the Schiewetz Leadership Training Center, ideal for overnights during training events or weekend trips to nearby attractions like the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.
Wallace Leadership Cabin Features:
- Sleeps up to 20 people across 2 rooms and a loft are
- Common area for group gathering or relaxation, including table and chairs.
- 2 full bathrooms with shower, including one that is handicap accessible
- Kitchenette with electric range and oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and coffee pot
- Gas heat and Wi-Fi available
Outdoor Amenities:
- A shared fire ring with picnic tables is available for use by all four cabins, perfect for outdoor meals and evening campfires.
Important Note:
No cooking tools, dishes, or utensils are provided — please bring your own.
The Leadership Cabins offer a convenient and comfortable base for Scout leaders and units attending programs at the Training Center or exploring the Dayton area.
Night
05:00 PM
12:00 PM
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Schiewetz Leadership Training Center & Leadership Cabins
Facility Use Policy
Purpose:
The Schiewetz Leadership Training Center (SLTC) and Leadership Cabins are provided to support training, meetings, retreats, and group events for Scouts, community organizations, corporate use, and the general public. This policy ensures the facilities are used respectfully, safely, and in a manner consistent with the mission of the Miami Valley Council.
Reservations & Use
- Reservation Required: Use of the SLTC and Leadership Cabins requires a confirmed reservation through the Miami Valley Council’s camp reservation system.
- Authorized Users: The facilities are available for use by Scouting America units and committees, community organizations, and the general public, subject to availability and approval. All users are expected to follow Scouting America policies, local laws, and any additional guidelines provided by the Miami Valley Council.
- Capacity Limits: Users must adhere to posted occupancy limits for each room and cabin to ensure safety and comfort.
Facility Access & Care
- Access: Keys or entry codes will be provided prior to arrival. Users are responsible for securing the building during and after use.
- Care & Cleanliness: Groups are expected to leave all facilities clean and orderly. Trash should be properly disposed of in designated receptacles.
- No Smoking or Vaping: The SLTC and Leadership Cabins are smoke-free and vape-free environments.
- No Alcohol or Drugs: Alcoholic beverages and illegal substances are strictly prohibited on camp property.
SLTC Kitchen Use
- The kitchen is designed for catering-style food prep. Users must bring their own cooking tools, utensils, and serving supplies.
- Appliances should be used according to instructions.
- Users must clean all kitchen areas and equipment after use.
Leadership Cabin Kitchen Use
- The kitchens in the Leadership Cabins may be used similarly to a home kitchen. These spaces are ideal for preparing meals during your stay. Please help us keep them in excellent condition by following these guidelines:
- Keep appliances clean after each use, including the stove, oven, microwave, and refrigerator.
- Use the kitchen hood/vent when cooking on the stove to help reduce smoke and odors.
- Bring your own cooking utensils, pots, pans, and dishware, as these are not provided.
- Please dispose of food waste properly and leave the kitchen clean and ready for the next group.
Equipment & Supplies
- Furniture and equipment must remain within the facility and should not be moved outside without prior approval.
- Users are responsible for any damage to the facility or equipment during their rental period.
Safety & Emergencies
- Users must follow all safety guidelines provided by the Council.
- In case of emergency, contact camp staff or call 911 as appropriate.
- All incidents or damages must be reported promptly to the Miami Valley Council office.
Liability
- We ask all users to take care when using the facility. Any damage caused during your stay may be the responsibility of your group.
- Adult supervision is required at all times, following Scouting’s guidelines for youth protection and safety.
- The Miami Valley Council is not responsible for accidents, injuries, or lost items during your visit. Please help keep everyone safe by following all policies and using the property responsibly.
Cancellation & Changes
- Cancellations or changes to reservations must be made through the Miami Valley Council office.
- The Council reserves the right to cancel or reschedule reservations due to weather, maintenance, or other unforeseen circumstances.
CAMP USE GUIDELINES
Rules & Regulations
YOUTH PROTECTION GUIDELINES:
- All groups must have a minimum of two adults per camp site/facility, over 21 years of age*, in attendance while on group outings. *The second adult may be a registered Scouter over 18 years of age.
- Co-ed events must have both male and female adults, over 21 years of age, in attendance while on group outings. Adult leaders will ensure an appropriate level of privacy is maintained between adults and youths and male and female campers. Segregated sleeping arrangements (adults/youth and males/females) are required. Users may partition cabins with tarps, drapes, etc. to meet the segregation requirement.
- Cub Scout Packs are required to have an adult (parent or designee) for every three boys camping but ideally the ratio should be one to one.
- Both leaders shall arrive at camp together. Groups arriving with only one leader may not remain in camp.
- The two primary adult contacts for the reservation must have a current Youth Protection training within the last two years.
CHECKING IN AND OUT OF CAMP:
- Group leaders must first check in with the Camp Ranger/Master before seeking access to their reserved facilities. A roster of all Scouts and adults participating, including visitors, must be turned in at check-in.
- Outstanding balances and camper fees, if due, are to be reconciled with the Camp Ranger/Master at this time.
- Upon gaining access to the facility, you and the Camp Ranger/Master will run through a checklist of the facility.
- Please inform the Camp Ranger/Master of your projected schedule and movement of your unit while at camp. We want to be able to contact you in a timely manner should an emergency arise.
- All groups must check out with the Camp Ranger/Master prior to leaving camp. Please, no cutting of live trees and no outside firewood.
- There is a $50 fine for any fire extinguisher released without an apparent emergency.
- There is a $100 fine for tampering with smoke and fire detection devices.
- Fees for damages are based on each occurrence and include cost of labor.
- We strive to have a clean campsite/facility upon your arrival. A cleaning fee may be charged to any group who does not leave the campsite/facility clean when they depart.
- No confetti or glitter is allowed inside any buildings.
VEHICLES:
- After unloading, all vehicles must be returned to the designated parking lots.
- Maximum speed limit in camps, whether posted or not, is 10 MPH.
- No riders are permitted in the beds of trucks. You are not covered by BSA insurance if an accident arises from a person falling out of the bed of a truck.
- Passengers are to be transported only in those compartments of vehicles which are designated by the manufacturer for passenger use and are equipped with working seat belts. The number of passengers in a vehicle must not exceed the number of functional seat belts.
- Please park and lock vehicles and pocket your keys.
- Vehicles must be parked in designated parking lots so as to ensure ready access to the camp facilities by emergency, law enforcement and camp vehicles. We want leaders to be concerned for their Scouts first, their vehicles second.
NOTIFY THE CAMP RANGER/MASTER IMMEDIATELY:
- Injuries – all injuries, no matter how small, must be reported immediately to the Camp Ranger/Master. An accident report must be filed.
- Lost person – if you suspect a lost person situation, notify the Camp Ranger/Master immediately for assistance.
- Fire – notify the Camp Ranger/Master immediately and safeguard all personnel.
- Suspicious person(s) – report any suspicious looking person(s) to the Camp Ranger/Master.
TRASH & RECYCLING:
- All trash is to be removed from the campsite or facility and placed in the dumpsters.
PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES:
- Firearms or ammunition may not be brought into camp.
- Sheath knives are not allowed in camp.
- No snowmobiles, dirt bikes, four wheelers, etc. in camp.
- No harassment of other groups or neighbors.
- No outside firewood may be brought on property.
- Do not disturb wildlife or their habitats.
- Fireworks are not allowed in camp.
- Aerosol cans are not allowed in camp.
- Never have open flames in tents.
- Alcoholic beverages or illegal substances (drugs) are not allowed in camp
- No glitter will be allowed in any camp building.
- No smoking is permitted on any council property except designated areas.
- Do not dig up, pick, cut or destroy any live plants.
- Do not litter the grounds, pick up litter.
- No pets of any kind.
- Do not open any gates without the Ranger’s permission.
LIQUID FUELED STOVES AND LANTERNS:
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Liquid fuels may be used under supervision of knowledgeable adults. All provisions of Section VII of the Guide to Safe Scouting apply. Bulk fuel containers are not permitted in camp.
CHAIN SAWS:
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Chain saws may only be used with prior permission and training from the Camp Ranger.
RESERVATION, REFUND POLICY:
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Reservations can be made by in-Council units no earlier than the first day of the 11th month prior to the desired date. Out-of-Council units and non-Scout organizations may make reservations 9 months in advance of the event date.
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All reservations are “first come, first served.”
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All facility use reservations are made through the camp reservation website.
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Cancellations received 60 days before the use date will be refunded 100%. Cancellations received between 59 and 30 days before the use date will be refunded 50%. No refunds for cancellations within 29 days of the use date.
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At the time of reservation an estimated attendance will be used for number of campers. This estimate will be locked in on day 29 and no refunds issued for over estimates.
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Reservations for extended stays may have terms defined in a separate agreement that may be more stringent then the policy described above.
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Requests for refunds must be e-mailed to tammy.sternik@scouting.org or mailed to the Council Service Center.
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- Group leaders must first check in with the Camp Ranger/Master before seeking access to their reserved facilities. A roster of all Scouts and adults participating, including visitors, must be turned in at check-in.
- Outstanding balances and camper fees, if due, are to be reconciled with the Camp Ranger/Master at this time.
- Upon gaining access to the facility, you and the Camp Ranger/Master will run through a checklist of the facility.
- Please inform the Camp Ranger/Master of your projected schedule and movement of your unit while at camp. We want to be able to contact you in a timely manner should an emergency arise.
All groups must check out with the Camp Ranger/Master prior to leaving camp.
Cancellations received 60 days before the use date will be refunded 100%. Cancellations received between 59 and 30 days before the use date will be refunded 50%. No refunds for cancellations within 29 days of the use date.
- At the time of reservation an estimated attendance will be used for number of campers. This estimate will be locked in on day 29 and no refunds issued for over estimates. Payment is made to the caretaker, camp master or ranger at time of check in for any additional attendees.
- Reservations for extended stays may have terms defined in a separate agreement that may be more stringent then the policy described above.
- Requests for refunds must be e-mailed to camping@MiamiValleyBSA.org or mailed to the Council Service Center.
We strive to have a clean campsite/facility upon your arrival. A cleaning fee may be charged to any group who does not leave the campsite/facility clean when they depart.
