Camp
Survival Skills—Whittle, Fire, and Archery
Listed under Backpacking and survival camps · Archery camps
About this camp
A summer camp favorite! Kids will learn the basics of outdoor survival—like flint and steel (fire conditions prmitting), shelter building, water purification, paddling, and navigation.
A summer camp favorite! Kids will learn the basics of outdoor survival—like flint and steel (fire conditions permitting), shelter building, water purification, paddling, and navigation. Kids will use round-tipped whittling blades to carve wood creations. Campers will learn archery safety and techniques at both our indoor and outdoor ranges.
How to join
Ask about next season: Survival Skills—Whittle, Fire, and Archery at Missoula Parks and Recreation
- Phone
- 406-721-PARK (7275)
Eligibility
- Ages or grades
- 5-12
- Counselor ratio
- Low participant-to-staff ratios
Cost and supplies
- Published cost
- $295 fee / $250 resident discount
- What to bring
- Snacks—Lots of them! For full-day camps, bring a large lunch. Don't forget a water bottle. Clothes—Weather appropriate, including a lightweight hoodie or jacket. Shoes—Closed-toe shoes.
Cost help
Missoula Parks and Recreation publishes scholarships, sliding fees, or other financial aid. Ask the provider how to apply, or see Help paying.
Past seasons
Published dates from previous seasons, kept so families can compare programs between years.
View 6 past sessions
| Session | Dates | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1: June 15–19 | Mon, Jun 15, 2026–Fri, Jun 19, 2026 8:30-5:30 McCormick | $295 fee / $250 resident discount |
| Week 1: June 15–19 — Survival Skills -Whittle, Fire, Archery (McCormick) | Mon, Jun 15, 2026–Fri, Jun 19, 2026 8:30-5:30 McCormick | $295 $250 |
| Week 2: June 22–26 | Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026 8:30-5:30 McCormick | $295 fee / $250 resident discount |
| Week 2: June 22–26 — Survival Skills - Whittle, Fire and Archery (McCormick) | Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026 8:30-5:30 McCormick | $295 $250 |
| Week 3: June 29–July 3 | Mon, Jun 29, 2026–Fri, Jul 3, 2026 8:30-5:30 Base Camp | $295 fee / $250 resident discount |
| Week 3: June 29–July 3 — Survival Skills—Whittle, Fire and Archery (Base Camp) | Mon, Jun 29, 2026–Fri, Jul 3, 2026 8:30-5:30 Base Camp | $295 $250 |
Week 1: June 15–19
- Dates
- Mon, Jun 15, 2026–Fri, Jun 19, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- McCormick
- Cost
- $295 fee / $250 resident discount
Week 1: June 15–19 — Survival Skills -Whittle, Fire, Archery (McCormick)
- Dates
- Mon, Jun 15, 2026–Fri, Jun 19, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- McCormick
- Cost
- $295 $250
Week 2: June 22–26
- Dates
- Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- McCormick
- Cost
- $295 fee / $250 resident discount
Week 2: June 22–26 — Survival Skills - Whittle, Fire and Archery (McCormick)
- Dates
- Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- McCormick
- Cost
- $295 $250
Week 3: June 29–July 3
- Dates
- Mon, Jun 29, 2026–Fri, Jul 3, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Base Camp
- Cost
- $295 fee / $250 resident discount
Week 3: June 29–July 3 — Survival Skills—Whittle, Fire and Archery (Base Camp)
- Dates
- Mon, Jun 29, 2026–Fri, Jul 3, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Base Camp
- Cost
- $295 $250
Sources
- from missoulaparks.org updated
- from missoulaparks.org/165/Currents-Aquatics-Center updated
- from ci.missoula.mt.us/DocumentCenter/View/80346/2026-Summer-Rec… updated
- from missoulaparks.org/DocumentCenter/View/80196/2026-Summer-Gui… updated