Calling all prospectors and scouts: It’s time to return to the Klondike! The Klondike Derby is a 30+ year running winter camping tradition held in February each year.

Thank you for a great event!  See you next year!

Klondike 2025 will be the weekend of February 21-23, 2025.

Troops and Crews from around California are invited to participate in this winter adventure. Camp Chawanakee will be transformed into the wild Yukon where scouts will traverse the frontier, traveling from town to town testing their scout skills, competing for gold, and demonstrating the Patrol Method. Start planning now for a great Scouting adventure. Prepare your sleds, prepare for snow, and prepare to compete as a patrol for gold and glory. Klondike will feature several events, including fire building, log saw, morse code, snow cannons, tomahawk throwing, and more. Check back soon to sign up below and register your UNIT.

COST:

2024 prices – Early registration $25 per person

2024 prices – Regular registration $35 per person

2024 Klondike Derby Registration

Klondike Derby Resources

Be Prepared for Winter Camping

You never quite know what to expect when it comes to the Klondike Derby. Some years there may be four feet of snow and others there may be no snow at all. One thing you can count on though is it will be cold.

If you spend the time to properly prepare, you will find that the Klondike is a one of a kind experience. Start planning today to get ready. We recommend each troop or patrol have a sled to help hike in your gear. It’s a good idea to have wheels that can attach to your sled in case there is no snow.

If your unit has not done winter camping before, or are not sure about what kinds of gear and clothing to bring, we have a series of training videos below that you can use to prepare for your trip. Being properly prepared is key for having an enjoyable trip to the Klondike. We also offer a list of recommended gear in the leader’s guide.

 

Training Video: What Clothes do you need for Klondike. Training Video: What do you need for your shelter?