🏕 Welcome Back to the Camp Arrowhead Blog
Camp Arrowhead
A North Carolina Camp for Boys since 1937
Where Boys Grow Through Adventure
Welcome to the Camp Arrowhead Blog — the official journal of Camp Arrowhead for Boys, a North Carolina summer camp where adventure, creativity, and tradition meet.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Hendersonville, NC, Camp Arrowhead has helped boys build confidence and character for generations.
Our camp is designed for boys who love the outdoors — from blacksmithing and woodworking to archery, bushcraft, and wilderness exploration — all in a safe, hands-on, and unforgettable setting.
If you’re searching for:
“North Carolina boys summer camp”
“Mountain wilderness camps for kids”
“Outdoor skills camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains”
“Traditional overnight camp near Asheville”
— you’ve found the right place.
What Makes Camp Arrowhead Unique
At Camp Arrowhead, we believe the best learning happens when boys make things, build things, and live the adventure themselves.
Our days are filled with real-world skills and timeless traditions — no screens, no shortcuts, just mountain air and meaningful experiences.
Campers take part in our Activities:
Blacksmithing & Metalwork: forge knives, tools, and hooks at our blacksmith shop.
Woodworking & Crafting: carve, build, and create in our hands-on maker shops.
Bushcraft & Wilderness Training: learn fire building, primitive skills, and outdoor safety.
Archery, Riflery, and Field Games: focus, teamwork, and outdoor fun.
Themed Arrowhead Adventures: immersive, all-camp events where every cabin works together to solve challenges, complete creative missions, and live out epic storylines inspired by history, myth, and exploration.
Each summer, we also host Camp Maker Week — a special event where visiting artisans, blacksmiths, and craftspeople teach campers advanced skills — turning Camp Arrowhead into a true maker camp in North Carolina.
Why We’re Starting This Blog
This blog isn’t just for news — it’s a place to share our camp spirit year-round.
We’ll post:
Behind-the-scenes stories from camp life
Project tutorials and maker tips for families who love to build together
Counselor spotlights and interviews with guest instructors
Outdoor skill guides and fun camp challenges
Updates on registration, events, and camp traditions
We want parents, campers, and the broader outdoor community to find useful and inspiring content about summer camp, outdoor skills, and youth development — right here on our site.
A Tradition of Adventure
Camp Arrowhead for Boys is proud to carry on a legacy of craftsmanship, exploration, and wilderness adventure, right here in the Blue Ridge Mountains!. Whether a camper is striking his first spark in the blacksmith forge or winning a round of Capture the Chicken, every experience builds confidence that lasts a lifetime.
So join us here each month for stories, guides, and updates from the mountains — and if you haven’t yet discovered Camp Arrowhead for Boys, we invite you to learn more about our North Carolina summer camp program; so request information, or schedule a visit.
