Boy Scouts protest possible sale of camp

LEWISTON — Scores of Maine boy scouts are protesting the proposed sale of a summer camp that has been owned by the Boy Scouts of America since 1933.

The Lewiston Sun Journal says scouts, former scouts, leaders and parents met Wednesday at a Lewiston church to discuss the potential sale of Camp Gustin in Sabattus.

Officials from the Pine Tree Council, the Maine Chapter of the Boy Scouts, say times are tough and bills are due.

Last year, the Pine Tree Council had a deficit of $180,000. Officials estimate the property could bring in $375,000.

The Boy Scouts call Camp Gustin the "most rustic" camp in the council's territory.