“Good management consists in showing average people how to do the work of superior people.” –J.D. Rockefeller
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The Camp Headquarters was moved from the White House when the current Headquarters building was built in the late 1940’s. In the early 1980’s, Headquarters was expanded when the Rossiter Visitor Center was added. In 2006, the trading post was moved out of the HQ building to what is now called Trader Bill’s.
The Headquarters building – view from the Loop Road.
Rossiter Center Fireplace
2001 – Contributed by Jim Battenfelder
Though the Rossiter Center fireplace was once used, it is now for decoration only as a wood stove pumps hot air to the HQ building during the winter months.
HQ Totem Pole
2001 – Contributed by Jim Battenfelder
Until recently, a large multi-colored totem pole had graced the Horseshoe Headquarter’s lawn.
Rossiter Center Construction
1981 – Contributed by G. Ernest Heegard
The foundation for the new Rossiter Lodge addition to HQ is started.
Rossiter Visitor Center
1981 – Contributed by Anonymous
The Rossiter Visitors Center was with its large front porch was added to the Headquarters building in 1981.
Headquarters
Contributed by Rev. James Goudie
A Scout waits for assistance at the Headquarters window during the ’70s.
Trading Post
Contributed by Anonymous
Scouts gather at the Trading Post.
HQ Trading Post
Contributed by G. Ernest Heegard
Before Trader Bill’s, the original trading post at Horseshoe was found in the Headquarters building.
How come I can’t buy candy this afternoon…we just ate lunch!
Old Trading Post
Contributed by John B. Rettew III
A Scout heads over to the Trading Post.
The New Headquarters
1947 – Contributed by John B. Rettew III
The new Headquarters building opened for business in 1947.
Late 40s Headquarters
1947 – Contributed by Tom McCabe
Late 1940s – New Headquarters building (most likely shortly after construction was completed); first part. Additional structures added over the years.
Headquarters Bulletin Board
1944 – Contributed by John B. Rettew III
Scouts check up on the latest camp news at the bulletin board.
Rossiter Social
1983 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The Rossiter Center is often the site of receptions, such as this one for dignitaries at the 1983 Section NE-5A Conclave.
Celebrating the 100th
2010 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
To spread the 100th Anniversary of Scouting cheer, a banner was hung all throughout the summer of 2010 in the Headquarters building.
Central Air Installed
2011 – Contributed by Mike Arles
The Headquarters building finally gets central heat and air. Close the door!
Conclave Program
2014 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
At the Rossiter Center, staffers (from left) Alex Hughes, Steve Scheidt, David Seace and Scotty Hoopes assemble the fantastic program booklet for the 2014 Section NE-6B Conclave.
Nap Time
1997 – Contributed by Andrew Smith
A favorite past time of exhausted staff is to zonk out on the Rossiter center couch. Here, Tom Hillhouse does just that.
Nap Time
1997 – Contributed by Andrew Smith
William R. Hess takes a much needed break on the Rossiter Center couch.
Kitchen
2006 – Contributed by Mike Arles
Fred Stoudt just finishes cleaning the kitchen at the Rossiter Center.
Digital Sign
2017 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
For the 2017 Summer camp season, HQ added a digital sign monitor in the Rossiter Center.
Legacy Trading Post
2021 – Contributed by Evan Ellwanger
The Legacy Trading Post is nearly ready for opening after the Muddy River Gang provided much needed renovations in April 2021.
Legacy Trading Post Opens!
2021 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The “Grand Opening” of the Legacy Trading Post occurred at the 2021 April Service Weekend.
Old Trading Post
Contributed by Alan Fegley
A bunch of Scouts and adults stand in line at the old Trading Post, circa early 1970s.
Horseshoe Headquarters
Contributed by G. Ernest Heegard
The Camp Horseshoe headquarters building, most likely in the late 1980s.
Camp Bell
Contributed by J. Roland Minshall
The Camp Bell was used for many years to assemble the Troops. In the early years it was in the field on the hill near today’s Headquarters.
Memorabilia
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Not much here for memorabilia, but we will add to the display as we encounter new ones!
See Also
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1996 Camp Horseshoe Staff and Leader Stein
1996 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The featured building on the 1996 stein was that of the Horseshoe HQ building.
Videos
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Here are a few videos of Headquarters, and in particular, the old trading post.
Old Trading Post Scouts and Leaders line up for the goods at the old Trading Post, which is now the Program Director’s office. 2005 – Contributed by AnonymousOld Trading Post Ernie Heegard and others wait in line to get the goods at the old trading post. 1995 – Contributed by John B. Rettew IIIHQ and TP Here is a look around the HQ Building – Admin, TP and the Rossiter Center. 2002 – Contributed by Alexander MustoHeadquarters Map This large map showing the various sites of the Reservation has resided in the Camp Horseshoe Headquarters building for some time. 1995 – Contributed by John B. Rettew IIIVigils Gathering Bill Davis, Frank Rodgers, Earl Dering Sr. and other Vigil Honor Members of Octoraro 22 hang out on the Headquarters Porch. 1995 – Contributed by John B. Rettew III
Headquarters Directors
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Here is the listing of known Headquarters Directors for Camp Horseshoe.
Contributed by Karl W. Winsch
1964 John Souder
1965-1966 Unknown
1967 John Souder
1968 Unknown
1969-1971 Eric Lorgus
1972-1973 Jim Matthews
1974-1975 Rob Hopkins
1976-1977 Eric Lorgus
1978 Ed McAssey
1979-1980 Joe Smith
1981-1983 Mike D’Antonio
1984 Web Mayfield
1985-1987 Scott DeHaven
1988 Chris Pilko
1989 Rich Foot
1990 Chris Pilko
1991 Matt Wills
1992 Greg West
1993 Scott Davis
1994-1995 Andy Smith
1996 Chip Childers
1997 Brian Hendrickson
1998 Chip Childers
1999 Dave Whalen
2000-2001 Mike Arles
2002-2003 Matt “Frog” Lewis
2004 Jeff Hart
2005 Bob Pantazes
2006 Marshall Boyd
2007 Craig Cohen
2008 Jake Segal
2009-2013 Derrick Rowe
2014-2016 Paul Regensberger
2017 Jake Zebley
2018 Bill Carroll
2019 Bevan Watson
2021 Sam Fuguet
2022 Tristan Eversmeyer
2025 Bradley Gerwig
Timeline
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Here is a timeline of the known milestones of the Headquarters building at Camp Horseshoe, including those buildings with affiliated HQ functions past or present.
1928
The White House Is Used as Headquarters
When Camp Horseshoe opened in 1928, the headquarters were at the White House where it also doubled as a medical facility.
1947
New Headquarters Opened
The Camp Headquarters was moved from the White House when the current Headquarters building was constructed in 1947.
1981
Rossiter Center Added to Camp Horseshoe Headquarters
The Rossiter Visitors Center was with its large front porch was added to the Headquarters building in 1981.
2005
Trader Bill’s Opened
The much expanded Trading Post, Trader Bill’s, was opened in 2005, and is named so in honor of the William R. Hess, who served as HSR Reservation Manager for more than a decade. This allowed for the old trading post space in the Headquarters building to be used by the Program Director and Commissioner as their office.
April 2021
Legacy Trading Post Opens
The “Grand Opening” of the Legacy Trading Post occurred at the 2021 April Service Weekend. This was done in part to socially distance during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Jigsaw Puzzle
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Enjoy this jigsaw puzzle of Headquarters. Press this button to play on Jigsaw Planet’s website.
to play on Jigsaw Planet’s website.