“Leaders don’t create followers, they create more leaders.” –Tom Peters
Exhibit Details
One of the main attractions stemming from Chester County Council’s Capital Campaign, this building serves as “Cub Town” during the weeks of Cub Scout Camping in the summer and as a large winter cabin from October to April. Macaleer Lodge is named after one of the heads of the Capital Campaign effort, R. James Macaleer.
Pictures Display Details
Here are a few pictures of Macaleer Lodge, including some interiors and exteriors.
Macaleer Lodge
2008 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
The impressive Macaleer Lodge was a huge addition to the Council’s support of Cub Scouting.
Macaleer Lodge Sign
2011 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Macaleer Lodge with new sign installed.
Macaleer Lodge
2003 – Contributed by John B. Rettew III
With construction complete, Macaleer Lodge is ready to serve the needs of Cub Scouting in Chester County.
Macaleer Lodge Open
2003 – Contributed by John B. Rettew III
View of Macaleer Lodge at Camp Ware around the time of its opening.
Macaleer Under Construction
Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
Macaleer Lodge, now used for cub camping in the summer as well as winter camping, under construction but nearing completion.
Macaleer from the Front
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
Another view of Macaleer lodge from the front.
Macaleer Rear – 2021
2021 – Contributed by Anonymous
A view of the rear of Macaleer Lodge in 2021.
Macaleer Lodge Winter Camp
2009 – Contributed by James Buczala
Troop 8 assembles on the Macaleer Lodge steps during Winter Camp. Macaleer Lodge is the newest HSR facility available for Winter Camp.
Macaleer Sleeping Quarters
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
Macaleer’s sleeping area.
Macaleer Kitchen Area
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
The kitchen area of Macaleer Lodge.
Macaleer Dining Area
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
Macaleer has a very spacious dining area on both floors.
Macaleer Lodge Lockers
2009 – Contributed by Mike DiDomenico
The lockers of Macaleer lodge.
First Aid Drill
2009 – Contributed by James Buczala
The First Aid Station in Troop 8’s Winter Camp Patrol Competition in Macaleer Lodge, Camp Ware, 2009.
Macaleer Lodge Aerial
2021 – Contributed by Anonymous
An aerial photo taken of Macaleer Lodge in 2021.
Memorabilia Display Details
So far, only one memorabilia item for Macaleer Lodge.
Cub Town Neckerchief Slide
2004 – Contributed by Scott Hoopes
This slide was created by artist and Camp Ware staffer Bob Fisher after Macaleer Lodge was built in 2003. Only 25 of these slides were made.
Jigsaw Puzzle Display Details
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2018 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
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