A century of memories deserves more than just one event – it’s time to celebrate 100 years of the Treasure Valley experience! The Treasure Valley Alumni Association is hosting a year-long celebration to commemorate this milestone. Join us as we reflect on our history, shape the future, and share the stories that have made our camp special throughout the year.
Celebrating 100 Years of Building the Leader of Tomorrow!
Where it all began!
When Camp Glen Echo in Charton no longer met the needs of the growing Worcester Council, they began looking for a better location. With the help of civic clubs in Worcester and under the leadership of Jerome R. George and Joseph B. Wadleigh, the search led to the purchase of the “Old Browning Homestead” on February 2, 1926. The property, covering 525 acres, was bought thanks to donations from nine civic clubs: Avoda, Civitan, Exchange, Harmony, Kiwanis, Lions, Quota, Reciprocity, and Rotary. A Worcester Sunday Telegram article celebrated the purchase, calling it a place that would serve generations of boys for centuries. On July 1, 1926, the first group of Treasure Valley campers arrived, with Joseph B. Wadleigh as camp director.
Reflect on the Past, Live the Present, Look to the Future!
Virtual Happy Birthday Party
February 2, 2026
As Treasure Valley Scout Reservation celebrates its 100th Anniversary, we are thrilled to invite YOU; alumni, current scouters, friends, and families; to our two landmark events that will honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future of scouting in Central Massachusetts.
We hope to see you there! Help Make These Events a Success!
When: February 2, 2026, 7:00 PM
Where: Virtual Celebration (link is provided when you register below)
100th Reunion Weekend at TVSR
June 12-14, 2026
For a century, Treasure Valley Scout Reservation has been more than a camp – it’s been a place where friendships are forged, leaders are shaped, and unforgettable stories are written…
Now it’s time to COME HOME.
Join dozens of fellow alumni, Scouts, families, and friends for a once-in-a-lifetime weekend celebrating 100 years of adventure, fellowship, fun, and Scouting tradition. Whether you were here one weekend, one summer or many, this reunion is your chance to reconnect with your youth, relive classic camp moments, and help write the next chapter of TVSR history.
This celebration happens only once. Don’t miss it!
WHAT TO EXPECT: A Weekend Packed With Memories & Meaning
Experience Camp Like You Remember It … And More
- Open Program Areas – Try your hand again at Shooting Sports, COPE, Scoutcraft, and other iconic areas
- Guided & Self-Guided Camp Tours – See what has changed, what remains the same, and what the future holds
- Historical Displays & Pop-Up Museum – Photos, patches, uniforms, and artifacts from across the decades
Saturday: The Heart of the Celebration
- Centennial “Jabberguzzle” Celebration – A high-energy afternoon festival in and around Boonesville featuring hands-on activities, alumni displays, storytelling spaces, and decade-themed experiences
- Special Saturday Night Dinner – A shared meal to celebrate friendships old and new. Special guests will be there!
- Centennial Campfire Under the Stars – An unforgettable evening of songs, laughter, and skits performed by staff and alumni from every TVSR era
Reflect & Reconnect
- Full Weekend of Program & Memories – Friday evening through Sunday breakfast
- Story Circles, Crackerbarrels & Fireside Chats – Swap stories, remember legends, and reconnect with old friends
- Sunday Morning Scout’s Own Service – A meaningful close to the weekend in the spirit of Scouting
WHO’S INVITED?
This celebration is for everyone who has ever been part of Treasure Valley:
- Alumni (18+) and their families – campers, staff, leaders, and supporters
- Youth alumni (with a parent or guardian)
If Treasure Valley ever felt like home, then you belong here.
EVENT DETAILS
When: June 12-14, 2026
Where: Treasure Valley Scout Reservation (394 Pleasantdale Road, Rutland MA 01543)
Cost: Varies – see registration link for full pricing details
Dress: Casual camp attire (Uniforms encouraged but not required. Bring your favorite old camp shirt!)
Lodging: Optional overnight camping is available in TVSR tents. Space is limited – early registration strongly recommended.
Homecoming Banquet
A Centennial Gala Celebrating 100 Years of Scouting Excellence
November 28, 2026 | Spencer Country Inn
One hundred years of leadership, service, and adventure. One hundred years of Treasure Valley. One extraordinary evening to celebrate it all.
Join fellow alumni, volunteers, community leaders, and friends for an elegant Homecoming Banquet honoring a century of impact and a legacy of fellowship. This formal reunion is a time to reconnect, reflect, and recognize the people and stories that have shaped generations on the shores of Browning Pond.
An Evening to Remember – Dinner & Fellowship
- Buffet Dinner featuring classic favorites
- Cash Bar available throughout the evening
- Time to reconnect with old friends and make new ones
Celebrate the Legacy
- Centennial Awards & Recognition Ceremony – honoring outstanding alumni, volunteers, and supporters who exemplify the spirit of Scouting
- Storytelling & Reflections – highlighting defining moments from the past 100 years at TVSR
Fun, Fellowship & Giving Back
- Silent Auction with unique memorabilia, experiences, and one-of-a-kind Scouting items
- Centennial Trivia – test your camp knowledge and relive favorite memories
- Trading Post Pop-Up featuring limited-edition centennial merchandise
- Commemorative Gift for every attendee to mark this historic occasion
Help Make the Centennial Unforgettable
We’re inviting alumni and supporters to be part of the celebration behind the scenes. Volunteer opportunities are available including:
- Program & evening activities
- Museum and historical display curation
- Event logistics and guest experience
- Camp and history storytelling
- Promotion and alumni outreach
Volunteers help bring the story of 100 years to life. Consider lending a hand in the spirit of Scouting.
EVENT DETAILS
When: November 28, 2026
Time: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Where: Spencer Country Inn (500 Main St, Spencer, MA 01562)
Cost: Registration opening soon!
Dress: Business Casual or Scout Formal (uniforms, blazers, and Scouting regalia encouraged)
The Homecoming Banquet is more than a dinner – it’s a tribute to the leaders, mentors, and moments that defined a century at our camp.
Come home. Raise a glass. Celebrate 100 years of Treasure Valley!
Documenting the Past
100th Anniversary Museum
The Alumni Association has been hard at work the last few years gathering and cataloging artifacts related to camp. We have collected everything from patches and photos, slides and brochures, camp maps and documents. The team is curating these assets, purchased and collected entirely by volunteers, into our 100th Anniversary Museum. This museum will have its grand opening at the Summer Reunion Weekend in June, and live at camp for the entire summer so campers, leaders, and alumni can enjoy. After the camp season, it will be on showcase at the Homecoming Banquet in November. The goal is to also share the museum in an online format as well.
Contribute Your Verse
The Alumni Association History team is in search of patches, photos, slides, videos, brochures, camp maps, documents, t-shirts – your name it; we’re looking for it! The history team will be digitizing items and you can sign up for a time to drop stuff off and meet with the team. We’ll also be recording oral histories which you can sign up to record in our portable studio.
Don’t live in the area anymore? Contact us to work with us to digitize your materials at home and submit them to us, or pick a time to record your oral history via video conference.
Merchandise & Patches
No celebration is complete without exclusive merchandise and patches. Tickets for each of our four events this year include a patch in our set. Complete sets will be available for purchase and include additional patches commemorating the 100th anniversary year.
Other patches that are being commissioned for this celebration include
- A throwback “felt” patch similar to the first patch campers would have received
- A commemorative lodge flap issued by Catamount Lodge, Order of the Arrow
- Standard issue camper patches to complete a set of 4 patches issued for the 2022-2024 seasons
Additional merchandise is for sale through the Alumni Association, including:
- Mugs
- Pint glasses
- Neckerchiefs
- Belt Buckles
- Commemorative prints suitable for framing
Many items are print-on-demand and will ship to you within 10 days. Other items will be pre-order only. The camp trading post and 100th Anniversary events will also have some items available for purchase.
