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Horseshoe Outdoor Facilities

“Afoot and lighthearted I take to the open road, healthy, free, the world before me.”
Walt Whitman

Camp Horseshoe’s pool was constructed in 1930.  At the time, this 50 yard pool was the largest east of the Mississippi.  In 1985 the pool was dedicated to the camp founder, Chief Charles M. Heistand.

The Camp Horseshoe pool hosts much of the camp's aquatic activity.

The Horseshoe Chapel was constructed by the Order of the Arrow in the 1930.  The location was chosen for its majestic view of camp.  In 1960, the Chapel was expanded and dedicated to Sgt Frederick Schlaanstine

The Schlaanstine Memorial Chapel has some of the most amazing views in all of Camp Horseshoe.

The Athletic Field has been the site of various competitions throughout the Camp’s history including archery, baseball, soccer, volleyball and the original obstacle course.

The Athletic Field as seen across from the OA Bridge.

The Friday / Saturday night campfire has long been a tradition at Camp Horseshoe.  The campfire opens with the ceremonial Indian Pageant performed by Octoraro Lodge members and is followed by the presentation of awards recognizing the week’s achievements of the Scouts.

Achgeketum Circle as seen shortly after its opening in 1988.

The Goodman pavilion, named after longtime Scouting benefactors the Goodman family, is the site of many activities including merit badge classes, HSRAA reunions, OA weekend check-ins, training and more.

The Goodman Pavilion has been an active multi-use facility since 2000.

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Last updated November 4, 2025

© Horseshoe Scout Reservation Alumni Association 2025

Horseshoe Outdoor Facilities

“Afoot and lighthearted I take to the open road, healthy, free, the world before me.”
Walt Whitman

Camp Horseshoe’s pool was constructed in 1930.  At the time, this 50 yard pool was the largest east of the Mississippi.  In 1985 the pool was dedicated to the camp founder, Chief Charles M. Heistand.

The Camp Horseshoe pool hosts much of the camp's aquatic activity.

The Horseshoe Chapel was constructed by the Order of the Arrow in the 1930.  The location was chosen for its majestic view of camp.  In 1960, the Chapel was expanded and dedicated to Sgt Frederick Schlaanstine

The Schlaanstine Memorial Chapel has some of the most amazing views in all of Camp Horseshoe.

The Athletic Field has been the site of various competitions throughout the Camp’s history including archery, baseball, soccer, volleyball and the original obstacle course.

The Athletic Field as seen across from the OA Bridge.

The Friday / Saturday night campfire has long been a tradition at Camp Horseshoe.  The campfire opens with the ceremonial Indian Pageant performed by Octoraro Lodge members and is followed by the presentation of awards recognizing the week’s achievements of the Scouts.

Achgeketum Circle as seen shortly after its opening in 1988.

The Goodman pavilion, named after longtime Scouting benefactors the Goodman family, is the site of many activities including merit badge classes, HSRAA reunions, OA weekend check-ins, training and more.

The Goodman Pavilion has been an active multi-use facility since 2000.

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Last updated November 4, 2025

© Horseshoe Scout Reservation Alumni Association 2025