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June 27th - July 5th, 2025
The Gem of Bach Bay
The Gem of Bach Bay
Overview
Overview
Troop 888 travelled to the beautiful council-owned Cache Lake Camp in Southwestern Ontario, Canada.
Activities during the week included boating, fishing, waterskiing, tubing, games, and so much more.
Upon arrival we learned that the scenery and wildlife viewing was worth the trip alone!
More photos to come soon!
Fishing for Bass, Walleye, and Pike
Fishing for Bass, Walleye, and Pike
Whether on a boat or just off the dock, plenty of fish were caught during the course of the week. Our ranger instructed us on where to try our luck as well as how to make our own Lindy rigs.
We finished the week with enough fish to try our hand at a fish fry. What a great way to end the trip!
Itinerary
Itinerary
June 27th Met at Northminster for departure @ 8:00am.
Stayed in Duluth, MN for the nightJune 28th Arrived at Handberg’s Marine, Crane Lake, MN at 1 PM
Loaded our boats and headed out for CanadaJuly 5th Depart Cache Lake for Handberg’s
Arrive back at Northminster at 5:00 PM
Basic Equipment Checklist
Basic Equipment Checklist
Each scout was limited to one duffel and one daypack. Everything HAD TO pack inside one of those two bags. Duffels must fit inside a large black trash bag (to keep dry on boat ride to camp).
With no cell service after we crossed the border, leaders had specialized emergency radios.
Everyone who attended completed an in-depth boater safety education course taught by our expert on everything on water and air, Mr. Gene Olson. Those who were old enough received their Boating License, while others will get it upon their 13th birthday.
On Your Body
On Your Body
Scout uniform
Closed-toed shoes and socks
An inexpensive wrist watch
Identification
In Your Daypack
In Your Daypack
Water bottle
Rain gear (be prepared)
Medicine (if listed on med form)
Non-aerosol bug spray (25% DEET recommended) and sunscreen
Pocket knife
Headlamp (preferred) and/or flashlight
Toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush and a hair tie (if applicable)
Spending money
Scout Handbook
In Your Duffel
In Your Duffel
Sleeping bag, fitted sheet, and pillow
Camp provides mattresses but no sheets, etc.
It will get cool at night.
Fishing tackle (we’ll cover in a meeting in March)
Clothing for a week:
5 Troop t-shirts
10 pairs of sock/underwear
4 pairs of shorts
1 pair of Scout pants or similar
A Coast Guard approved life jacket in good condition that meets your size/ weight requirements. Check with Mrs. Hartman before buying.
Swimsuit (choose one that will cover you in all activities), goggles, and rash guard (recommended)
Washcloth and towel
Biodegradable soap/shampoo
Additional Forms
Additional Forms
Camp History
Camp History
Cache Lake Camp is a Scout camp owned by the W. D. Boyce Council, located in Ontario, Canada. The camp is located 670 miles north of Bloomington, Illinois, approximately 8 miles via water, northeast of Crane Lake, Minnesota. This camping opportunity was started in 1963 – with all of the start-up and annual maintenance work conducted by dedicated volunteers.
Click here to read the history of Cache Lake Camp.
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