Chapter Camping at AirVenture

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Through the Chapter Camping program, EAA chapters are offered the unique opportunity to camp as a group which allows for camaraderie, fellowship, and the establishment of a “beachhead” base for activities. 

Chapter Camping Program Benefits

• Chapters can reserve three to six campsites for chapter members.
• All chapters participating are staked out by EAA staff and volunteers in advance of arrival.
• Chapters can occupy campsites as early as July 11, 2026.
• Occupation of campsites on July 11, 2026, will take full advantage of the seven days of free camping built in as part of this program.

Read all program policies below due to significant changes implemented in 2026

To allow for a more relaxed sign-up process and eliminate the high-stakes competitive experience, we have implemented some significant changes to the program.

Chapter Camping Program Timeline 2026:

The following guidelines apply to this special opportunity:

March 2026 - New program updates are available to be viewed.

March 2026 – New planning document is available here.

May 1, 2026 – Chapter Camping sign-up opens (time not announced).

May 1, 2026 – Chapter Camping payment begins.

June 12, 2026 – Chapter Camping closes and payment due at 5 p.m. CDT. Hard close. All changes due prior to close.

July 10, 2026 – Chapter Camping leaders notified via email of stakeout location.

July 11, 2026 – Chapter Camping move-in begins.

The Basics

• Chapter Group Camping consists of three to six campsites per chapter.
• Chapter members having complimentary camping may be attached to paid chapter group camping sites.
• $378 per site, nonrefundable, nontransferable to others, on-time payment only.
Chapters will be staked out as close to the desired location as possible. No guarantees due to the high demand for the same real estate. No priorities to the stake-out order.
• Follow all EAA Camp Scholler Guidelines.

Guidelines apply to this special opportunity:

1. All participants of this program, and their guests, are expected to follow all rules and regulations of Camp Scholler and the Chapter Camping Program as stated in EAA’s current camping guidelines.


2. Only EAA members who are active members within an EAA chapter/squadron are permitted to purchase EAA Chapter Group Camping credentials.


3. The EAA member to whom the campsite is registered must be part of the camping party at the campsite for the entire stay and will be held responsible if any violations occur.


4. No more than six (6) persons may stay overnight at each campsite, regardless of age.


5. Chapter Camping is only available at Camp Scholler, aircraft camping is excluded from this offer.


6. The cost to participate in Chapter Camping is $378 per site in 2026. Credit card payment instructions will be provided upon online registration. Full payment must be received by June 12, 2026, at 5 p.m.


7. Due to the unique benefits of the Chapter Group Camping program, refunds are not available. This includes refunds for participants who are unable to attend, or due to early departure.


8. Due to the campground already being open for one and a half weeks prior to Chapter Group Camping stakeout day, and many sites already occupied in highly desired areas, chapter campsites will be staked out as close as possible to the desired location listed by the chapter. Chapters may suggest a location of preference for their group camp site during the Chapter Group Camping registration process.


9. Chapter Camping stakeout order is based on location desired. No priority exists due to date of registration or payment order.


10. Chapter members who have earned complimentary camping may ask to be attached to their group camp via emailing a request to: chapters@eaa.org by June 12, 2026. EAA staff and volunteers will stake out on behalf of the complimentary camper. These requests must come from the individual, not the chapter. Extending the group camp size may result in the chapter group camp being located to an appropriate area to accommodate the required camp size.


11. The Chapter Group Camping offer excludes improved sites (water and electric), sites in Paul’s Woods, 101 Woods, and handicap accessible areas. If a “tent only” site is designated, only chapter group tenting is permitted in these areas. If a “generator” site is designated, all chapter members must have a generator with tents being prohibited. Note: Camp Scholler is always changing in site type layout, facilities, roads, and infrastructure.

Grab your camping gear, chapter flags, and banners, and decorate your site! 

If you have any questions, please contact the EAA Chapter Office at chapters@eaa.org.

Chapter Group Camping is available in “General Camping” only and excludes “Paul’s Woods,” “101 Woods,” “improved-water and electric sites,” and handicap accessible areas. “Tent” areas can be requested if all members of the group meet the designated requirements. “24-hour generator” can be requested if all members of the group meet the designated requirements..

Chapter Camping Closes on June 12, 2026, at 5 p.m. All payments must be made prior to this date. All changes must also be made prior to this date.

The chapter camping registration window will open May 1. Prepare for the opening by using the NEW Planning Document.

Find out more info on general camping here.

NOTE

1. Shower facilities and portable toilets in all AirVenture camping areas (aircraft camping and Camp Scholler) will be opened as demand dictates and as camping sections expand and begin to fill.
2. Facilities will not be opened on preestablished dates, but rather as necessary.
3. Locked shower facilities and locked banks of portable toilets will have signs posted, directing guests to the nearest open facilities.
4. If you notice facilities are not open within camping areas that are already populated, please report to your corresponding area’s registration or admissions buildings so they can inform EAA South Maintenance.

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