Program Length and Availability
Scout overnights generally begin at 4:00 pm and end at 4:00 pm the next day. Stay as short or long as you like in that time. Programs are tailored to your schedule. The Scout Overnight Program is available year-round, but weekends in the months of April, May, October and November are very popular. Contact us as far in advance as possible to avoid disappointment!
Group Size
We require a minimum of 25 participants for overnnight programs. Call for special arrangements for weekday camping during the Summer or Spring Break. Day Trips can be scheduled for groups of 20 or more.
Housing
Your troop can stay in any of the designated restored historic buildings (Enlisted Barracks, the Casemates or the Officers Quarters), but the size of the troop will be a factor due to the limited size of these buildings. Most buildings are heated and air conditioned (except the Casemates) and many have working fireplaces in them (except the Officer Quarters.) Alternately, you may pitch a tent and sleep under the stars on the Parade Ground, up on the Parapet or in the picnic area. Bathroom facilities for boys and girls are located inside the fort (no showers)
Food
Your troop is responsible for providing your own food, unless you would like us to prepare your breakfast ($6 per person). We allow cooking over open fire pits (dug by your group and returned to their original condition) You are responsible for the safety of the scouts at all times. A waiver/release will be provided upon your arrival.
Fees
$25 per person, per night. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required to reserve your space. We accept cash, credit cards, money orders and checks (Payable to “Fort Mifflin on the Delaware”)
History Overnights at Fort Mifflin include:
- Overnight stay, personal guided tour of the Fort with Uniform and Weapons Demonstration in the company of a Revolutionary or Civil War “soldier”
- Plenty of time for individual and small group exploration
- Access to Nature Trails and riverfront High Battery Area
- Ample free parking
Enhance your experience with these additional options:
- Breakfast – $6 per person (hot & cold cereal, milk, juice, pancakes, sausage, hot chocolate and plenty of coffee for the grown-ups!)
- Fort Ghost Tour – $5 per person, minimum of 20 people
- Cannon Demonstration – $30
- Charcoal Grills – Reserve in advance, $10 cleaning fee applies (bring your own charcoal)
SUGGESTED PERSONAL ITEMS TO BRING:
- Comfortable bedding, including pillow (an air mattress is a good idea.)
- Drinking Water (we only have non-potable water.)
- Your Favorite Snacks
- Flash Light
- Your own tent and/or cot (if you plan to sleep outside.)
- Warm clothing in the cooler months and rain gear if it has rained in the last 24 hours, especially boots and extra socks.)
A Fort Mifflin staff member is on-site 24 hours a day.