Camp Fire USA offers comparable activities for boys and girls without any of the homophobia and discrimination.
If you are wondering why I personally care, my beffie's son, who is a high functioning autistic, expressed interest in joining the Boy Scouts and was refused. Again, he's HIGH FUNCTIONING. He can speak, read, write, perform self-care, etc. But oh no, autistic children have cooties throughout the greater Orlando Boy Scouts troupes.
Camp Fire USA encourages children with disabilities, and according to their website, "We are inclusive, open to every person in the communities we serve,welcoming children, youth and adults regardless of race, religion,socioeconomic status, disability, sexual orientation or other aspect of diversity."
I will be volunteering my time to my local Camp Fire USA. I'll keep you guys posted on my experiences with my local chapter. I will say, however, that I mentioned my son and his condition and all they said was, "We'd love to see you, let me send you a schedule of events!"
