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DEDICATION

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Kittatinny Lodge 5 Order of the Arrow

Where To Go Camping

This is our third edition of our “Where To Go Camping” booklet.

This booklet contains additional information from last year’s booklet.

We of Kittatinny Lodge 5 hope that the information contained in this booklet will be of use to you in planning some of your activities. Our purpose is to promote Scout camping on the Troop, District, and Council level. You can help us, and other Scouts and Scouters, by filling out the form on the last page of this booklet. We hope that next year’s issue will have even more information to help Scouts and Scouters find places to go camping.

If you find errors or omissions, please let us know. E-mail us at: [email protected]

Section 1 - Council Camps Page 5 Section 2 - State & National Parks Page 35 Section 3 - Historical Page 51 Section 4 - High Adventure Bases Page 63 Section 5 - Military Base Camping Page 67 Section 6 - Private Campgrounds Page 73 Section 7 - Things to do, Places to go Page 75 Section 8 - Add Your Own Form Page 81

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COUNCIL CAMPS

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Council Camps

This first section is a guide to Boy Scout Council Camps in the Northeast Region. Camps from councils in , Maine, , , New Hampshire, , , , and (note that and Washington, D.C., while members of our region, have no council camps). More information can be received concerning these camps by contacting their local council, included for your convenience.

Don’t forget: the “out” in is not just a word, it is a Scouter’s responsibility.

KITTATINNY LODGE 5 - ORDER OF THE ARROW—HAWK MOUNTAIN COUNCIL—BSA WHERE TO GO CAMPING PAGE 7 The Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation

The Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation is a 700-acre Scout camping facility. The camp is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Mountains near the Schuylkill County town of Summit Station, and borders the Appalachian . The camp is owned and operated by the Hawk Mountain Council, of America for the benefit of the youth of Berks, Schuylkill, and Carbon counties.

Opportunities to use the Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation facilities are extended to other Boy Scouts of American affiliates (councils, districts, and units). The reservation operates under the direction of the Executive Board of the Hawk Mountain Council with the professional guidance of the camping director assigned by the Council Executive.

Summer camping experience at the Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation can be a great experience for your Scouts. The camp is open for summer camping for seven weeks, starting from late June through the second week of August. Summer camping features tent camping-patrol method. The camp has a C.O.P.E. course and a large lake for canoeing, rowboating and sailing. There are also rifle and archery ranges and two swimming pools in addition to the handicraft, nature conservation, and program areas. There are many opportunities for skill awards, merit badges, and advancement for your camps. In addition, AWARDS!!! The average weekly cost per Scout for a week at Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation summer camp is $155 to $175.

Winter camping is also a big feature at the Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation. Enclosed in this booklet you will find a list of facilities and costs.

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Arrival in Camp Normal weekend camping will start on Friday or Saturday, however, during holiday weekends, vacations, and dates when schools are closed; this can be extended by prior arrangements. Immediately upon arrival, check in with the or volunteer campmaster on duty at the Administration Building. You will need the permit issued by the Hawk Mountain Council office to check in. No unit will be permitted to check in after 10:00 PM. Vehicles may be permitted to unload and load heavy equipment at the campsite; after unloading or loading, all vehicles must be parked in the parking lot. This is a policy which has been approved by the Executive Board for the safety of our boys. Also, be prepared to provide a and adults attending the weekend.

Check Out If you have any change in your anticipated check-out time, please notify the Ranger or campmaster in advance. Do not leave camp before checking out with the Ranger or campmaster. You could be billed for damages that were not of your doing or for failure to replace your fireplace supply.

Water for Winter Camping During Winter Camp there are limited places to secure water. All units should bring their own water containers. The Ranger will inform your unit of water points.

Accidents All accidents must be reported to the Camp Ranger or campmaster. Emergency medical information will be given to units. Units are reminded that the Scouts and Leaders at camp for Weekend Camping are covered by the Council’s insurance policy. The camp does not carry Weekend Medical Insurance for out of council units or non-Scout groups.

Fire A unit should establish a fireguard plan for their stay in camp. All fires are to be reported to the Camp Ranger immediately.

Capacity The capacity of each facility is the maximum capacity. It behooves units to reserve the appropriate size facility or combination of facilities. If your unit is larger than a cabin facility, bring tents and plan on camping your overflow participants outside.

Proper Use of Facilities and Property Scout camping and its facilities are provided by the public through their contributions, which expresses their confidence in the values of the Scout program and in the leaders who make it possible. It is our duty to pass a feeling of responsibilities on to our Scouts through training and a positive approach.

The use of camp by 300 or more Scouts each weekend during the year, plus the wide use of the facilities in the summer, will naturally cause a reasonable amount of wear and tear. Misuse or wanton destruction is not reasonable. One of the more evident misuses of camp property that has occurred in the past is that of painting, etching, or burning marks on rafters or walls. Unfortunately, many units now have their number left on building at our reservation as a permanent reminder of their un-Scout-like actions.

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These actions, as well those of a similar nature, will result in the Unit being assessed for the cost of necessary repairs to include materials and labor. Bills must be paid to be in good standing to use council facilities.

Standing trees are not to be cut, hacked, girdled, or otherwise defaced. A fee of $5 per inch of diameter will be assessed by the Camp Ranger.

Hiking There are hiking trails available on camp property. The Minsi-Memeu Trail is available. If you are interested in hiking the , there are guidebooks/maps available for purchase in the Council Service Center Trading Post.

Hunting The Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation is private property and not open to hunting.

Fishing is permitted in designated areas; check with the Camp Ranger for locations. Persons 16 or over must possess a valid PA fishing license.

Religious Services Units are encouraged to provide an opportunity for religious worship services on Sunday. Catholic Masses and religious services are held at the following local churches:

St. Ambrose Church St. Patrick’s Main Church 201 Randel Street 319 Mahantongo Street Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 Pottsville, PA 17901 570-385-1031 570-622-1802 Sat. - 5:15 PM Sat. - 4:15/7:00 PM Sun. - 8:30 AM Sun. - 7:30/9:30/11:00 AM

St. Patrick’s Chapel Reedsville Evangelical Congregational 21st Norwegian Street Parsonage Pottsville, PA 17901 RD 2 (Rt. 183 North) 570-622-1802 Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 Sat. - 6:30 PM 570-739-2241 Sun. - 9:00/10:30 AM 10:30 AM

“A Scout is reverent.”

Cancellations Ordinarily, there are no refunds, but another choice of time and facility will be given, in the same program year if possible. Cancellations must be given three weeks prior or no credit will be made.

Availability Check with the Council Service Center (610) 926-3406 for facility and equipment availability. Reservations are taken on a first-come first-served basis. Full payment is required at time of reservation and must accompany application.

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Summer Camp A troop must complete a Summer Camp Reservation Form, selecting their campsite and week of camp. A $50 deposit must accompany the application for the site reserved. Reservations are on a first-come first-served basis. Deposit is not refundable. Reservation forms are available at the Council Service Center.

Cub Scout Day Camp A Pack must complete Day Camp Reservation Form and select the week of their choice. A $15 deposit must accompany the application; this is nonrefundable. Reservation forms are available at the Council Service Center.

Winter Camp (Year-round Camping) A unit or approved group must complete a Reservation Form and pay the full amount of the scheduled facility fee (listed on prior page).

All non-Scout units must complete a hold-harmless agreement and supply an insurance coverage certificate naming the Hawk Mountain Council as a co-insuree.

Telephone Numbers and Addresses

Hawk Mountain Council Office (610) 926-3406 5027 Pottsville Pike Reading, PA 19605

Camp Ranger (570) 754-7390 Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation R.D. #2 Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972

Hawk Mountain Scout Reservation (570) 754-7552 (Summer only) Administration Building R.D. #2 Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972

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Available September to May

As of July 1, 2000

Facility Stove Refrig- Fire- Wood Capacity Scout Non-Scout Out of erator place -stove Units Units Council

DuPortail Lodge X X X 14 $55 $95 $70

Lake Lodge X X X 14 $55 $95 $70

Randy Rowe Lodge X X X 28 $80 $120 $90

Hoffman Act. Lodge X X X 28 $80 $120 $90

Hafer Lodge X X X 40 $100 $170 $120

Activities #1 X X X 18 $60 $100 $75

Activities #2 X X X 18 $60 $100 $75

$75 $150 $100

Tent Sites Unlimited $25 $50 $40

Weekend Rates only 6:00 PM Friday to 12:00 noon Sunday. Any additional day add ½ again of the regular weekend cost.

SPECIAL NOTE: Venture Crews are permitted to reserve Activities 1 & 2 or a tent site for weekend camping. Please call the Council Service Center for availability and rates. Thank you for your cooperation.

* Please note that bunks are provided in the buildings. It is recommended that you bring cardboard or a mattress for the bunk.

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This section should provide useful information on attending council camps in Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island.

Facility Guide

Basic information on each facility can be found by locating the local council’s camp location and name in the left hand column on the pages following each map. The last column provides the name of the council, its address, and phone. The second column gives the total acreage comprising the camp.

Water Area ? Water area unknown. No information at publication time. P Swimming Pool R River or stream for boating and canoeing S Lake under 10 acres for swimming, boating, and canoeing M Lake 10-50 acres for swimming, boating, canoeing, and possible limited sailing L Lake 50-200 acres for swimming, boating, canoeing, and sailing LM Lake 50-200 acres for swimming, boating, canoeing, sailing, motor boating and water skiing XL Extra large lake - usually shared with other property owners, provides a full program of aquatics activities including motor boating and water skiing. XLR Extra large lake providing everything but motor boating and water skiing. XLM Motor boating and water skiing permitted but equipment not provided by camp. Personal equipment permitted with proper supervision.

Year Round Facilities - Summer Programs TC Site available for overnight tent camping AD Adirondack (lean-to) shelters for overnight use WC Winter cabins for overnight use FC Family camping sites (a * indicates trailer hookups) AF Activity field for athletics and BC Boats and canoes available for overnight groups CD Organized Cub Scout Day Camp program offered DH Dining Hall summer Scout camp PC Patrol cooking summer Scout camp HA High adventure programs offered (extended backpacking and/or canoe trips) CO COPE Course CC Extended Cub Scout camping

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Camp Name Camp Water Activities Council to Contact Camp Location Acres Area

Elk Lick 1500 P TC, WC, AF, Allegheny Highlands Council Smithport DH, HA, CC 50 Hough Hill Road; Box 261 Falconer, NY 14733-0261 716-665-2697

Heritage Reservation: 2000 XL TC, WC, AF, Allegheny Trails Council Explorer Base BC, DH, HA, Flag Plaza Farmington CO, CC Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412-471-2927

Heritage Reservation: Liberty 2000 XL TC, WC, AF, see Allegheny Trails, above Farmington BC, PC, HA

Heritage Reservation: Freedom 2000 XL TC, WC, AF, see Allegheny Trails, above Farmington BC, PC, HA

Anawanna 456 ? TC, WC, AF, see Allegheny Trails, above Amity CD

Baker 165 ? TC, AF, CD see Allegheny Trails, above Beaver Falls

Guyasuta 281 P & R TC, WC, AF, see Allegheny Trails, above Smithport BC, CD, HA

Ockanickon 250 P & S TC, AD, WC, Bucks County Council Point Pleasant AF, BC, DH, 225 Green Street PC, HA, CC Doylestown, PA 18901 215-348-9436

Mountain Run 300 P & S TC, AD, WC, Bucktail Council Penfield AF, BC, CD, 209 First Street DH, PC, HA, Dubois, PA 15801 CC 814-371-5650

Ware 300 P & R TC, AD, WC, Peach Bottom AF, DH, PC, 504 South Concord Road CC West Chester, PA 19380 215-696-2900

KITTATINNY LODGE 5 - ORDER OF THE ARROW—HAWK MOUNTAIN COUNCIL—BSA WHERE TO GO CAMPING PAGE 15 Olmsted 130 P TC, WC, AF, Chief Cornplanter Council Scandia BC, CD, DH 316 Fourth Street Warren, PA 16365 814-723-6700

Lavigne 225 P, R, S TC, AD, WC, Columbia Montour Council Benton FC, AF, BC, 212 West 5th Street CD, DH, CC Bloomsburg, PA 17815 717-784-2700

Twin Echo 560 P, S TC, WC, AF, East Valley Area Council Ligonier DH, PC, CC 5604 Greensburg Pike Forrest Hills, PA 15221 412-247-7500

Custalogo Scout Reservation 580 P, R TC, AD, AF, Carlton BC, CD, DH, 1815 Robison Road W. HA Erie, PA 16509 814-868-5571

Brule 416 M TC, WC, AF, General Sullivan Council Forksville BC, DH, PC, R.D. #1, Box 110 HA Towanda, PA 18848 717-265-9486

Hawk Mountain Scout 700 P, M TC, AD, WC, Hawk Mountain Council Reservation AF, BC, CD, 4903 Pottsville Pike Schuylkill Haven DH, HA, CO Reading, PA 19605 610-926-3406

Rock Hill Scout Reservation 480 M TC, AD, WC, Hudson Hamilton Council Milford AF, BC, DH, 660 Newark Ave., 2nd floor PC, CC Jersey City, NJ 07306 201-659-2810

Seven Mountains 207 S TC, AD, WC, Juniata Valley Council Spring Mills AF, CD, DH, 240 Bratton Ave. CC Lewistown, PA 17044-2098 717-248-3936

Hidden Valley 820 P, R TC, AD, WC, Keystone Area Council Loysville AF, BC, CD, 1 Baden Powell Lane DH PO Box 389 Mechanicsville, PA 17055 717-766-1591

KITTATINNY LODGE 5 - ORDER OF THE ARROW—HAWK MOUNTAIN COUNCIL—BSA PAGE 16 WHERE TO GO CAMPING Bashore Scout Reservation 450 S TC, AD, WC, Lancaster Lebanon Council Licksdale AF, BC, DH, 630 Janet Street CC Lancaster, PA 17601 717-394-4063

J. Edward Mack Scout 1009 P & S TC, WC, AF, see Lancaster Lebanon, above Reservation BC, CD, PC, Newmanstown CC

Sinoquipe 485 M TC, AD, WC, Mason Dixon Council Fort Littleton AF, BC, DH, PO Box 2133 CC Hagerstown, MD 21740-2133 301-739-1211

Trexler Scout Reservation 850 S TC, AD, WC, Jonas FC, AF, BC, PO Box 2424 DH, PC, CC , PA 18001 610-264-8551

Minsi 1200 XLR TC, AD, WC, see Minsi Trails, above Pocono Summit AF, BC, CD, DH, PC

Bucoco 281 P, R TC, WC, AF, Moraine Trails Council Slippery Rock BC, DH 830 Morton Ave. Butler, PA 16001 412-287-6791

Agawan 216 S TC, WC, AF see Moraine Trails, above Princeton

Acahela 200 R TC, AD, WC, Northeast PA Council Blakeslee AF, CD, DH The Warm Building Wilkes Barre-Scranton Highway Avoca, PA 18641 717-451-0350

Goose Pond 540 M TC, AD, WC, see Northeast Pennsylvania, Lake Ariel BC, DH above

Roaring Run 425 P & S TC, WC, AF Penn’s Woods Council Boswell 501 15th Street Windber, PA 15963 814-467-5557

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Treasure Island Reservation 150 P, R TC, AD, WC, Council Pipersville AF, BC, DH, 22nd & Winter Streets PC, HA, CO Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-488-9811

Hart Scout Reservation 560 P, S TC, AD, WC, see Philadelphia, above Green Lane AF, BC, CD, DH, PC, CC

Karoondinha 650 R, P, S TC, AD, WC, Susquehanna Council Millmont AF, BC, DH, 815 Northway Road CC Williamsport, PA 17701 717-326-5121

Kline 400 R TC, AD, AF, see Susquehanna, above Jersey Shore BC, HA

Resica Falls Scout Reservation 4352 P, 2 M TC, AD, WC, Valley Forge Council Marhalls Creek FC, AF, BC, Box 806 DH, PC, HA, Valley Forge, PA 19482 CO 215-688-6900

Delmont Scout Reservation 794 P, S TC, AD, WC, see Valley Forge, above Green Lane FC, AF, BC, CD, DH, CC

Conestoga/Buck Run 300 P, R TC, AD, FC, Westmoreland-Fayette Council Bakersville AF, CD, DH, 2 Garden Center Drive HA, CC Greensburg, PA 15601 412-837-1630

Tenacharison 300 ? TC, WC, AF see Westmoreland-Fayette, Smithton above

Tuckahoe 1262 S TC, WC, AF, York Adams Area Council Dillsburg BC, CD, DH, 800 East King Street PC, HA York, PA 17403 717-843-0901

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Camp Name Camp Water Activities Council to Contact Camp Location Acres Area

Pomeraug 165 S TC, AD, WC, Fairfield County Council Stafford Springs AF, BC, HA, 362 Main Ave. CO Norwalk, CT 06851 203-847-2445

Hoyt Center 175 ? TC, AF, CD See Fairfield County, West Redding above

Ernest Thompson Seton 278 P TC, AD, WC, Greenwich Council Greenwich AF, BC, CD 63 Mason Street Greenwich, CT 06830 203-869-8424

Housatonic 186 M TC, AD, WC, Goshen AF, BC, DH, 326 Derby Avenue HA, CC Derby, CT 06418 203-734-3329

J. N. Webster Scout Reservation 1050 M TC, AF, CD, Indian Trails Council Ashford DH, PC, CC 90 Town Street Norwich, CT 06360 203-887-9291

Cochegan Rock 100 ? TC See Indian Trails, above Montville

Wakenah 90 L TC, WC, FC, See Indian Trails, above Salem AF, CD

Mattatuck 500 M TC, AD, WC, Long Rivers Council Plymouth AF, BC, CD, 70 Forest Street DH, PC Hartford, CT 06015 203-525-1112

Nahaco 135 L TC, AD, WC, see Long Rivers, above Eastford AF, BC

Lake of Isles Camp 1100 L TC, WC, FC, See Long Rivers, above North Stonington AF, BC, DH, PC

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Workcoeman 500 XLR TC, AD, WC, See Long Rivers, above New Hartford AF, BC, DH

Sequassen 544 XLR TC, AD, WC, Quinnipiac Council New Harford FC, AF, BC, 1861 Whitney Avenue DH, PC, CC Hamden, CT 06517 203-288-6211

Wahwahtaysee 16 M TC, AD See Quinnipiac, above North Haven

Deer Lake 240 S TC, WC, FC, See Quinnipiac, above Killingworth AF, BC, DH, HA

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Camp Name Camp Water Activities Council to Contact Camp Location Acres Area

Katahdin Scout Reservation 1740 L TC, AD, AF, Katahdin Area Council East Eddington DH, CC 302 North Main Street Brewer, ME 04412 207-989-7847

Hinds 230 R/XLP TC, AD, WC, Pine Tree Council Raymond AF, BC, CD, 125 Auburn Street DH, HA, CC Portland, ME 04103 207-797-5252

Bomazeen 226 XLP TC, WC, AF, See Pine Tree, above North Belgrade BC, CD, DH, HA, CC

Nutter 80 S TC, WC, CD See Pine Tree, above Acton

Gustin 125 S TA, AF, DH See Pine Tree, above Sabattus

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Camp Name Camp Water Activities Council to Contact Camp Location Acres Area

Broad Creek Camp 2200 P & L TC, AD, WC, Baltimore Area Council Whiteford FC, AF, BC, 701 Wyman Park Drive DH, PC, HA, Baltimore, MD 21211 CO, CC 301-338-1700

Horseshoe Scout Reservation 1000 P & R TC, AD, WC, Chester County Council Rising Sun AF, DH, PC 504 South Concorde Rd. West Chester, PA 19380 610-696-2900

Nanticoke 1400 P & R TC, WC, AF, Del-Mar-Va Council Sharptown PC, HA, CO, 801 Washington Street CC Wilmington, DE 19801 302-652-3741

Rodney Scout Reservation 1100 P & R TC, AD, WC, see Del-Mar-Va, above North East AF, DH, PC, HA, CC

Potomac 115 S TC, AD, WC, Potomac Council OldTown AF, CD, DH, P.O. Box 212, Rt. 220 S CC Cumberland, MD 21502 301-729-1300

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MASSACHUSETTS

Camp Name Camp Water Activities Council to Contact Camp Location Acres Area

Resolute at Robsham 170 M TC, AD, WC, Algonquin Council Reservation AF, BC, CD, 34 DeLoss Street Bolton DH, HA, CO Framingham, MA 01701 508-872-6551

Norse 350 M TC, WC, AF, Annawon Council Klingston CD, DH 219 Winthrop Street Taunton, MA 02780 508-824-4164

Greenough 300 M TC, AD, AF, Cape Cod Council Yarmouth Port CD, DH, HA 219 Winthrop Street Yarmouth Port, MA 02675 508-362-4322

Chesterfield Scout Reservation 1400 M TC, AD, WC, Great Trails Council Williamsburg FC, BC, DH, 88 Old Winters Road PC, CC Dalton, MA 01226 413-684-3542

Sayre Reservation 130 ? TC, AD, WC, Greater Boston Council Milton AF, BC, CD 891 Centre Street Boston, MA 02130 617-552-4000

Massasoit 250 M TC, WC, AF, see Greater Boston, above Plymouth BC

Acton 65 ? TC Minuteman Council Acton 245 North Street Stoneham, MA 02180 617-438-9500

Cummings 25+ ? TC see Minuteman above Burlington

Cachalot 880 M TC, AD, WC, Moby Dick Council Plymouth FC*, AF, BC, 39 Grove Street CD, DH, PC, New Bedford, MA 02740 HA, CO 508-993-9978

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David Collier 350 L TC, AD, WC, Monadnock Council Gardner AF, BC, CD, 70 Marquette Street DH, CC Gardner, MA 01440 508-632-1670

Split Rock 110 M TC, AD, WC, Nashua Valley Council Ashburnham AF, BC 1980 Lunenburg Rd. Lancaster, MA 01523 617-534-3532

Buxton 100 ? TC, WC, AF Rehoboth 175 Broad Street Providence, RI 02903 401-351-8700

Nobscot Scout Reservation 650 ? TC, AD, WC, Norumbega Council Sudbury AF, CD 2044 Beacon Street Waban, MA 02168 617-332-2220

Child Reservation 550 M TC, AD, WC, Old Colony Council Plymouth FC*, AF, BC, 2438 Washington St. CD, DH, PC, Canton, MA 02021 HA 617-828-8360

Squanto 640 M TC, AD, WC, see Old Colony, above South Carver FC*, AF, BC, DH, PC, HA, CO

Horace A. Moses Scout 1400 XLR TC, WC, FC*, Pioneer Valley Council Reservation AF, BC, CD, 861 Meadow St. Woronoco PC, HA, CO, Chicopee, MA 01013 CC 413-594-9196

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Camp Name Camp Water Activities Council to Contact Camp Location Acres Area

Hemenway Wilderness Base 600 ? TC, AD, WC, Algonquin Council Tanworth HA 34 DeLoss Street Framingham, MA 01701 508-872-6551

Quinapoxet 180 L TC, AD, WC, Cambridge Council Rindge FC, AF, BC, One Scouting Way DH, HA, CO, Cambridge, MA 02139 CC 617-547-2760

Carpenter 225 M TC, AD, WC, Manchester AF, BC, CD, 571 Holt Avenue DH, CC Manchester, NH 03109 603-625-6431

Griswold Hidden Valley 2700 L TC, WC, FC, see Daniel Webster, above Gilmanton Iron Works BC, DH, PC, HA

Mead Wilderness Base 11 ? TC, AD, PC, see Daniel Webster, above Center Sandwich HA, CO

Storer 1400 XL TC, WC, FC, Greater Boston Council Barnstead AF, BC, DH, 891 Centre Street PC, HA, CC Boston, MA 02130 617-552-4000

WAH-TUT-CA 265 L TC, AD, WC, Greater Lowell Council Northwood AF, BC, DH 60 Carlisle Street East Chelmsford, MA 01824 508-458-6836

Lone Tree Scout Reservation 146 XLP TC, AD, WC, Lone Tree Council Klingston AF, BC, CD, 36 Amesbury Road DH, PC Haverhill, MA 01830 508-372-0591

Parker Mountain Camp 1200 L DH Minuteman Council Barnstead 245 North Street Stoneham, MA 02180 617-438-9500

KITTATINNY LODGE 5 - ORDER OF THE ARROW—HAWK MOUNTAIN COUNCIL—BSA WHERE TO GO CAMPING PAGE 25 Wanocksett 250 XLR TC, AD, WC, Nashua Valley Council Jaffrey AF, BC, DH 1980 Lunenburg Rd. Lancaster, MA 01523 617-534-3532

Onway 110 XL TC, WC, AF, North Essex Council Raymond DH, PC 430 North Canal Street Lawrence, MA 01840 508-683-7169

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Camp Name Camp Water Activities Council to Contact Camp Location Acres Area

Walter Edge 200 M TC, AD, WC, Atlantic Area Council Alloway AF, BC, DH, 1410 Shore Road HA, CO, CC Northfield, NJ 08225 609-645-8311

Camp Lewis 187 S TC, AD, WC, Bayonne Council Marcella FC, AF, BC, 41 E. 25th Street CD, DH, CC Bayonne, NJ 07002 201-436-0100

Tamarack 210 S TC, AD, WC, Bergen Council Oakland AF, BC, CD, 1060 Main Street DH PO Box 4237 River Edge, NJ 07661-0937 201-342-8600

No-Be-Bo-Sco 382 M TC, AD, WC, see Bergen, above Blairstown AF, BC, DH

Alpine 360 ? TC, AD, AF see Bergen, above Alpine

Pine Hill Scout Reservation 265 M TC, AD, WC, Camden County Council Berlin AF, BC, CD, 175 Richey Avenue DH, CO W. Collingswood, NJ 08107 609-854-8082

Glen Gray 847 S TC, AD, WC, Essex Council Oakland FC, AF, BC, 36 Park Place CC Newark, NJ 07102 201-622-2488

Conklin 70 P TC, AD, WC, see Essex, above Boontown FC, AF, BC

Yards Creek Scout Reservation 550 M TC, AF, BC, George Washington Council Blairstown CD, DH, HA, 62 S. Main Street CC PO Box 707 Pennington, NJ 08534 609-737-9400

KITTATINNY LODGE 5 - ORDER OF THE ARROW—HAWK MOUNTAIN COUNCIL—BSA WHERE TO GO CAMPING PAGE 27 Alpine Scout Camp 750 P TC, AD, WC, Greater New York Council Alpine AF 345 Hudson Street New York, NY 10014-4588 212-242-1100

Quail Hill 200 P TC, WC, AF, Monmouth Council Quail Hill BC, CD, DH, PO Box 188 CC Oakhurst, NJ 07755-0188 908-531-3636

Mt. Allamuchy: Camp Summers 977 L TC, AD, WC, Morris Sussex Council Stanhope AF, BC, DH, 12 Mt. Pleasant Turnpike PC, HA, CO, Denville, NJ 07834 CC 201-361-1800

Mt. Allamuchy: Camp Wheeler 977 M, P TC, WC, AF, see Morris Sussex, above Stanhope BC, CD

Caspersen 100 S TC see Morris Sussex, above Hopatcong Boro

Bookville Scout Reservation 375 M & TC, AD, AF, Ocean County Council Barnegat Beach BC, CD, DH, 1518 Ridgeway Road PC, HA, CO PO Box 1247 Toms River, NJ 08754-1247 908-349-1037

Yaw Paw 410 S TC, AD, WC, Ridgewood-Glen Rock Council Mahwah AF, CD, DH, 176 Rock Road CC Glen Rock, NJ 07452 201-444-4615

Roosevelt Scout Reservation 300 M TC, AD, WC, Southern New Jersey Council Elmer AF, BC, CD, 4468 South Main Road DH, PC, CO, Millville, NJ 08332-1464 CC 609-327-1700

Kittatinny Mountain 500 M TC, AD, WC, Thomas A. Edison Council Branchville AF, BC, DH, PO Box 855 PC, CC Edison, NJ 08818-0855 908-494-0305

Winnebago Scout Reservation 450 M TC, AD, WC, Watchung Area Council Marcella AF, BC, DH 1170 Rt. 22 W. Mountainside, NJ 07092 908-654-9191

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Camp Name Camp Water Activities Council to Contact Camp Location Acres Area

Bedford 150 L TC, AD, WC, Adirondack Council Malone AF, BC, DH, 115 Boynton Ave. HA, CC Plattsburgh, NY 12901 518-561-0360

Merz 368 XLP TC, AD, WC, Allegheny Highlands Council Merville AF, DH, HA, 50 Hough Rd.; PO Box 261 CC Falconer, NY 14733-0261 716-665-2697

Barton 135 XL TC, AD, WC, Baden-Powell Council Trumansburg FC, AF, BC, 2127 Dryden Road DH, PC, HA, Freeville, NY 13068 CC 607-273-0072

Purchas 225 S TC, WC, FC, see Baden-Powell, above Lincklaen AF, CD

Floodwood Mountain 5000 XL, TC, BC, PC, Bergen Council

Saranac Inn many R HA 1060 Main St.; PO Box 4237 River Edge, NJ 07661-0937 201-342-8600

Rotary 29 XL TC, AD, WC, Cayuga County Council Niles BC, CD, DH, Memorial Hall Room 3 CC Auburn, NY 13021-3889 315-252-9579

Nooteming 256 S TC, AD, WC, Dutchess County Council Salt Point FC, AF, BC, PO Box 2006 DH, PC, HA, Hyde Park, NY 12538-2006 CC 914-229-7197

Hackett Hill 50 P TC, FC, AF, see Dutchess County, above Hyde Park CD

Crossett Lake Scout 958 XLR TC, WC, AF, Essex Council Reservation BC, DH, PC, 36 Park Place Fort Ann HA, CO Newark, NJ 07102 201-622-2488

KITTATINNY LODGE 5 - ORDER OF THE ARROW—HAWK MOUNTAIN COUNCIL—BSA WHERE TO GO CAMPING PAGE 29 Babcock Hovey 320 P, TC, AD, WC, Finger Lakes Council Ovid XLP AF, CD, DH, 3685 Pre-Emption Road PC, HA, CO, Geneva, NY 14456-9138 CC 315-789-1166

Roricks Glen 128 R TC, WC, BC, Five Rivers Council Chemung DH 49 Liberty St; PO Box 807 Bath, NY 14810-0807 607-776-3861

Seneca 190 XLP TC, WC, AF, see Five Rivers, above Lodi BC, DH, HA

Gorton 375 XLP TC, AD, WC, see Five Rivers, above Tyrone AF, BC, DH, HA, CC

Russell 310 XLP TC, AD, WC, General Herkimer Council Woodgate FC*, AF, BC, 427 North Main St. DH, PC, HA PO Box 128 Herkimer, NY 13350 315-866-1540

Sam Wood 450 P TC, AD, WC, Genesee Council Pike FC, AF, BC, 56 Harvester Ave. CD, DH, CC Batavia, NY 14020 716-343-0307

Ten Mile River Scout Camp 12000 6 M, TC, AD, WC, Greater New York Council Narrowsburg L, R FC, AF, BC, 345 Hudson Street DH, PC, HA, New York, NY 10014-4588 CO, CC 212-242-1100

Ten Mile River 17 R TC, BC, PC, see Greater New York, above Barryville HA

Pouch Scout Camp 137 M TC, AD, WC, see Greater New York, above Staten Island AF

Schoellkopf 650 L TC, AD, WC, Greater Niagara Frontier Bennington FC, AF, CD, Council DH, PC, HA, 401-407 Maryvale Dr. CO, CC Cheektowaga, NY 14225 716-891-4073

KITTATINNY LODGE 5 - ORDER OF THE ARROW—HAWK MOUNTAIN COUNCIL—BSA PAGE 30 WHERE TO GO CAMPING Scouthaven 750 M TC, AD, WC, see Greater Niagara Frontier, Freedom AF, DH above

Stonehaven 86 ? TC, AD, WC, see Greater Niagara Frontier, Ransomville AF, BC, CD above

Adirondack Scout Reservation 1650 XLR PC, HA Hiawatha Council at Sabattis 600 W. Genesee St. Long Lake Syracuse, NY 13204 315-474-8574

Woodland 1000 S TC, AD, WC, see Hiawatha, above Constantia AF, BC, CD, DH

Kingsley 450 M TC, AD, WC, Land of the Oneidas Council Ava AF, BC, CD, 1401 Genesee Street DH, PC, HA Utica, NY 13501 315-735-4437

Ballou 170 S TC, AD, WC, see Land of the Oneidas, Frankfort Center AF, CD above

Cedarlands 5000 L, TC, AD, AF, see Land of the Oneidas, Long Lake XLP BC, PC, HA above

Dittmer 311 L TC, WC, AF, Lewiston Trail Council Phelps DH, PC 7121 Rochester Road Lockport, NY 14094 716-434-2851

Wakpominee 852 L TC, AD, WC, Mohican Council West Fort Ann FC, BC, DH, 15 Pearl Street HA, CO Glens Falls, NY 12801 518-792-5433/6468

Forestburg 1100 M TC, AD, WC, Monmouth Council Monticello BC, DH PO Box 188 Oakhurst, NJ 07755-0188 908-531-3636

Onteora Scout Reservation 1400 L TC, AD, AF, Nassau County Council Livingston Manor DH, PC, HA, PO Box 188 CO Oakhurst, NJ 07755-0188 908-531-3636

KITTATINNY LODGE 5 - ORDER OF THE ARROW—HAWK MOUNTAIN COUNCIL—BSA WHERE TO GO CAMPING PAGE 31 Massawepie 3600 XLR TC, WC, FC, Otetiana Council Piercefield AF, BC, DH, 474 East Ave. PC, HA Rochester, NY 14607 716-244-4210

Cutler 1200 S TC, AD, WC, see Otetiana Council, above South Bristol AF, BC, CO, CC

Henderson Scout Reservation 640 L TC, AD, WC, Otschodela Council Maryland AF, CD, DH Box 1356 Oneonta, NY 13820-1356 607-432-6491

Drukker Scout Reservation 940 L TC, AD, AF, Passaic Valley Council Cuddebackville BC, PC, HA, 611 Hamburg Turnpike CC Wayne, NJ 07470 201-956-8992

Tri Mount 504 S TC, AD, WC, Rip Van Winkle Council East Jewett FC, AF, BC, 65 St. James St. DH, PC, HA, PO Box 1471 CO, CC Kingston, NY 12401-0471 914-338-3878

Bullowa 350 M TC, AD, WC, Rockland County Council Stony Point AF, BC, CD 15 Frank Road; PO Box 686 Stony Point, NY 10980 914-786-2771

Portaferry 400 L TC, AD, FC, Seaway Valley Council Harrisville AF, BC, DH 20 E. Main St.; PO Box 425 Canton, NY 13617-0425 315-386-4571

Baiting Hollow 170 S, TC, AD, WC, Suffolk County Council Calverton ocean AF, BC, DH, 7 Scouting Blvd. HA, CC Medford, NY 11763 516-924-7000

Tuscarora 1100 M TC, AD, WC, Susquenango Council Sanford AF, BC, CD, Box 66 DH, PC Binghamton, NY 13903-0066 607-729-9161

KITTATINNY LODGE 5 - ORDER OF THE ARROW—HAWK MOUNTAIN COUNCIL—BSA PAGE 32 WHERE TO GO CAMPING Rotary Scout Reservation 1500 L TC, AD, WC, Twin Rivers Council Averill Park FC, AF, BC, 253 Washington Ave. Ext. CD, DH, PC, Albany, NY 12205 HA, CC 518-869-6436

Woodworth Lake Scout 1500 M TC, AD, WC, see Twin Rivers, above Reservation AF, BC, CD, Blecker DH, HA

Saratoga 300 S TC, WC, AF, see Twin Rivers, above Gansevoort BC, CD, DH, PC

Sans Souci 1000 M TC, AD see Twin Rivers, above Lake Pleasant

Boyhaven 150 L TC, AD, WC, see Twin Rivers, above Middlegrove AF, CD, DH

Thatcher 8 XL TC, HA see Twin Rivers, above Racquette Lake

Sabattis Adventure 1200 L PC, HA Watchung Area Council Long Lake 1170 Rt. 22 W. Mountainside, NJ 07092 908-654-9191

Curtis S. Reed Scout 984 S TC, WC, AF, Westchester Putnam Council Reservation BC, DH, PC, 1000 North Street Brant Lake HA, CC White Plains, NY 10605 914-949-6180

Clear Lake 1400 M TC, AF see Westchester Putnam, Putnam Valley above

Durland Center 4 P, BC, CD see Westchester Putnam, Rye ocean above

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Camp Name Camp Water Activities Council to Contact Camp Location Acres Area

Yawgog Scout Reservation 1700 L TC, AD, WC, Narragansett Council Rockville AF, BC, DH, 175 Broad Street PC, HA, CO Providence, RI 02903 CC 401-351-8700

Buck Hill 1700 L TC, WC, AF, see Narragansett, above Burrillville FC*, BC

Aquapaug 200 XL TC, AF, BC, see Narragansett, above South Kingston CD

Champlin 125 P, S TC, WC, AF, see Narragansett, above Cranston BC, CD

Sandsland 30 ? TC see Narragansett, above

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STATE AND NATIONAL PARKS

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State and National Parks

National and State Parks and Forests are a great place to go camping with you Scout unit or family. Always remember to follow park rules, for they are strictly enforced. As long as you follow Scouting’s Outdoor Code, however, you won’t have any problems and will enjoy your stay.

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Park/Forest Name Acres Water Daily Use Facilities Camp- Overnight Open Address Acres sites Facilities

Pocono Mountains

Archibald Pothole 153 picnicking, hunting, hiking c/o

Beltzville 2972 949 pavilion rental, playfield, beach, store snack bar concession, environmental 2950 Pohpocco Dr. education, fishing, boating, boat rental, hunting, wheelchair Lehighton, PA 18235 accessible, hiking, ice boating, ice 610-377-0045 fishing, snowmobiling

picnicking, snack bar concession, Big Ponoco 1306 hunting, wheelchair accessible, c/o Tobyhanna State hiking, horseback riding Park

pavilion rental, playfield, swimming flush toilets, Frances Slocum 1035 165 pool, snack bar concession, 100 showers, store, S 565 Mr. Olivet Rd. environmental education, fishing, laundry, tent boating, boat rental, hunting, hiking, camping, Wyoming, PA 18644 ice skating, ice fishing, sledding, 570-696-3525 snowmobiling

Gouldsboro 2800 250 picnicking, fishing, boating, boat store rental, hunting, wheelchair c/o Tobyhanna State accessible, hiking, ice fishing Park

Hickory Run 15,483 17 natural area, pavilion rental, 381 flush toilets, pit S/L playfield, beach, snack bar toilets, store, R.R. 1, Box 81 concession, visitor center, laundry, sanitary environmental education, fishing, dumping, tent White Haven, PA hunting, wheelchair accessible, camping, cabin 570-443-0400 hiking, ice skating, ice fishing, camping snowmobiling, sledding paviliion rental, playfield, swimming flush toilets, Lackawanna 1411 198 pool, snack bar concession, 96 showers, sanitary S R.R. 1, Box 230 environmental eductaion, fishing, dumping, store, boating, boat rental, hunting, laundromat Dalton, PA 18414 wheelchair accessible, hiking, ice 570-945-3239 fishing, ice skating, sledding

Lehigh George 4548 river fishing, boating, hunting, wheelchair accessible, hiking, biking, c/o Hickory Run State snowmobiling, sledding Park

Locust Lake 1144 52 beach, environment education, 282 flush toilets, S fishing, boating, boat rentals, showers, store, c/o Tuscarora State hunting, wheelchair accessible, laundromat, hiking, biking, ice skating, ice sanitary dumping Park fishing

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pavilion rental, playfield, swimming store Mt. Pisgah 1302 75 pool, snack bar concession, visitor R.R. 3, Box 362 center, environmental education, fishing, boating, boat rental, hunting, Troy, PA 16947 hiking, ice boating, ice skating, ice 570-297-2734 fishing

Nescopeck 2981 creek fishing, hunting c/o

historic landmark, picnicking, beach, flush toilets, Promised Land 2971 595 snack bar concession, historical 506 showers, sanitary S/Y R.R. 1, Box 96 center, environmental education, dumping, store, fishing, boating, boat rental, rustic cabins Greentown, PA 18426 wheelchair accessible, hunting, 570-894-8336 hiking, ice skating, ice fishing, snowmobiling

Prompton 972 undeveloped undeveloped c/o Lackawanna State Park

Ricketts Glen 13,050 170 natural area, pavilion rental, beach, 120 flush toilets, Y snack bar concession, environmental showers, sanitary R.R. 2, Box 130 education, fishing, boating, boat dumping, store, rental, hunting, wheelchair tent camping, Benton, PA 17814-8900 accessible, hiking, horseback riding, modern cabins 570-477-5675 ice fishing, snowmobiling

natural area, picnicking, fishing, Salt Spring 400 hunting, hiking c/o Lackawanna State Park

Tobyhanna 5440 170 pavilion rental, playfield, beach, 140 pit toilets, sanitary L fishing, boating, boat rental, hunting, dumping, store, P.O. Box 387 wheelchair accessible, hiking, laundry, tent biking, ice skating, ice fishing, camping Tobyhanna, PA 18466 snowmobiling 570-894-8336

picnicking, beach, snack bar store, laundry Tuscarora 1716 96 concession, fishing, boating, boat R.R. 1, Box 1051 rental, hunting, wheelchair accessible, hiking, ice skating, ice Barnesville, PA 18214 fishing 570-467-2404

Worlds End 780 creek pavilion rental, playfield, beach, 70 pit toilets, Y snack bar concession, visitor center, showers, sanitary P.O. Box 62 environmental education, fishing, dumping, store, boating, hunting, wheelchair tent camping, Forksville, PA 18616-0062 accessible, hiking, horseback riding, rustic cabins 570-924-3287 snowmobiling

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Philadelphia Region

Benjamin Rush 276 undeveloped undeveloped 2808 Three Mile Run Rd. Perkasie, PA 18944 215-453-5000

Delaware Canal 771 river historic landmark, natural area, store picnicking, historic center, 11 Lodi Hill Rd. environmental education, fishing, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972 boating (canoes only), hiking, horseback riding, biking, ice fishing, 610-982-5560 ice skating

golf course, historic landmark, store Evansburg 3349 creek pavilion rental, playfield, visitor 851 May Hall Road center, historic center, environmental education, fishing, hunting, Collegeville, PA 19426 wheelchair accessible, hiking, 610-409-1150 horseback riding

Fort Washington 493 creek pavilion rental, playfield, snack bar pit toilets, store, concession, fishing, wheelchair tent camping 500 Bethlehem Pike accessibility, hiking, sledding Fort Washington, PA 19034 215-591-5250

historical landmark, historical Jacobsburg 1167 creek center, environmental education, 835 Jacobsburg Rd. fishing, hunting, hiking, horseback Wind Gap, PA 18901 riding, biking 610-746-2801

Marsh Creek 1705 535 picnicking, swimming pool, snack store bar concession, fishing, boating, boat 675 Park Road rental, hunting, wheelchair accessibility, hiking, horseback Downingtown, PA 19335 riding, ice boating, ice fishing, ice 610-458-5119 skating, sledding

natural area, pavilion rental, store Neshaminy 330 river playfield, swimming pool, snack bar 3401 State Road concession, fishing, boating, boat rental, marina, wheelchair Bensalem, PA 19020 accessibility, hiking, biking 215-639-4538

Nockamixon 5286 1450 picnicking, swimming pool, snack modern cabins bar concession, visitor center, 1542 Mountain View Drive environmental education, fishing, boating, marina, hunting, wheelchair Quakertown, PA 18951 accessibility, hiking, horseback 215-529-7300 riding, biking, ice boating, ice skating, ice fishing, sledding

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Norristown Farm Park 690 undeveloped undeveloped 2808 Three Mile Run Rd. Perkasie, PA 18944 610-270-0215

Ralph Stover 45 creek pavilion rental, playfield, fishing, pit toilets, store boating, hiking, ice skating, ice 6011 State Park Rd. fishing Pipersville, PA 18947 610-982-5560

historical landmark, pavilion rental, store, tent Ridley Creek 2607 playfield, snack bar concession, camping Sycamore Mills Road environmental education, fishing, wheelchair accessible, hiking, Media, PA 19063 horseback riding, biking, sledding 610-892-3900

Tyler 1711 31 picnic grove rental, playfield, snack store bar concession, environmental 101 Swamp Road education, fishing, boating (canoes only), boat rental, wheelchair Newton, PA 18940 accessible, hiking, horseback riding, 215-968-2021 biking, ice skating, ice fishing, sledding environmental education, fishing, store White Clay Creek 1255 creek hunting, wheelchair accessible, P.O. Box 172 hiking, horseback riding Landenberg, PA 19350 610-274-2900

Allegheny National Forest

pavilion rental, playfield, swimming Bendigo 100 1 pool, fishing, wheelchair P.O. Box A, Glen Hazel Rd accessibility, sledding Johnsonburg, PA 15845 814-965-2646

Bucktail 16,433 river scenic driver through State Forest natural area, fishing, boating, R.R. 4, Box 212 hunting Emporium, PA 15834 814-486-3365

Cherry Springs 1676 pavilion rental, playfield, hunting, 30 pit toilets, sanitary L hiking, backpacking, snowmobiling dumping station, c/o Lyman State Park store

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pavilion rental, playfield, beach, pit toilets, sanitary Chapman 805 68 snack bar concession, environmental 83 dumping station, L R.R. 2, Box 1610 education center, fishing, boating, store, laundromat, boat rental, hunting, wheelchair organized tent Clarendon, PA 16313 accessible, hiking, backpacking, camping, trailer 814-723-0250 biking, ice skating, ice fishing, camping snowmobiling, sledding

pavilion rental, playfield, beach, pit toilets, flush Clear Creek 1676 river snack bar concession, visitor, center, 53 toilets, showers, L R.R. 1, Box 82 historical center, environmental store, rustic cabins education center, fishing, boating Sigel, PA 15860 (canoes only), hunting, wheelchair 814-752-2368 accessible, hiking, biking, ice skating, sledding Colton Point 368 creek natural area, pavilion rental, fishing, 25 pit toilets, sanitary S hunting, hiking, backpacking, dumping station, c/o Leonard Harrison State snowmobiling store, organized Park tent camping

Cook Forest 7443 river natural area, pavilion rental, 226 pit toilets, flush Y playfield, swimming pool, visitor toilets, showers, P.O. Box 120, River Road center, historical center, sanitary dumping environmental education center, station, store, Cooksburg, PA 16217 fishing, boating (canoes only), rustic cabins 814-744-8407 hunting, wheelchair accessible, hiking, horseback riding, ice skating, snowmobiling, sledding XC skiing

Denton Hill 700 creek concession ski area, picnicking, store, modern snack bar concession, fishing, cabins Ski Denton, P.O. Box 367 hunting, hiking, backpacking, snowmobiling, downhill and XC Coudersport, PA 16915 skiing 814-435-2115

picnicking, fishing, boating, hunting, Elk 3192 1160 ice boating, ice skating, ice skating c/o

Hills Creek 407 137 pavilion rental, playfield, beach, 110 flush toilets, S snack bar concession, visitor center, showers, sanitary R.R. 2, Box 328 environmental education, fishing, dumping station, boating, boat rentals, hiking, ice store, modern Wellsboro, PA 16901 skating, ice fishing cabins 570-724-4246

historic landmark, pavilion rental, flush toilets, Kinzua Bridge 316 creek fishing, hunting, wheelchair laundromat, store, c/o Bendigo State Park accessible, hiking organized tent camping Leonard Harrison 585 creek natural area, pavilion rental, 30 pit toilets, sanitary S playfield, snack bar concession, dumping station, R.R. 6, Box 199 visitor center, environmental store education, fishing, hunting, hiking, Wellsboro, PA 16901 biking 570-724-3061

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picnicking, playfield, beach, fishing, pit toilets, sanitary Lyman Run 595 40 boating, hunting, wheelchair 35 dumping station L 454 Lyman Run Road accessible, hiking, backpacking, biking, ice skating, ice fishing, Galeton, PA 16922 snowmobiling 814-435-5010

Ole Bull 132 creek pavilion rental, playfield, beach, 81 pit toilets, sanitary L environmental education, fishing, dumping station, HCR 62 Box 9 hunting, wheelchair accessible, store, organized hiking, backpacking, biking, tent camping, Cross Fork, PA 17729 snowmobiling trailer camping, 814-435-5000 modern cabins

pavilion rental, playfield, beach, flush toilets, Parker Dam 968 20 snack bar concession, visitor center, 110 showers, sanitary L R.R. 1, Box 165 historical center, environmental dumping station, education, fishing, boating, boat store, laundromat, Penfield, PA 15849 rentals, hunting, wheelchair organized tent 814-765-0630 accessible, hiking, backpacking, camping, trailer biking, ice skating, ice fishing, camping, rustic snowmobiling, sledding cabins

picnicking, playfield, hiking, pit toilets, store Patterson 19 backpacking, biking, snowmobiling 30 L c/o

Prouty Place 5 picnicking, fishing, hiking, backpacking c/o Lyman Run State Park

pavilion rental, playfield, visitor flush toilets, S. B. Elliot 318 center, hunting, hiking, 25 sanitary dumping L c/o snowmobiling station, rustic cabins Sinnemahoning 1910 142 pavilion rental, playfield, fishing, 35 flush toilets, L boating, hunting, hiking, ice skating, showers, sanitary R.R. 1, Box 172 ice fishing, snowmobiling dumping station, store, modern Austin, PA 16720 cabins 814-647-8401

pavilion rental, swimming pool, flush toilets, Sizerville 386 creek snack bar concession, visitor center, 23 showers, sanitary L R.R. 1, Box 236A environmental education, fishing, dumping station hunting, wheelchair accessible, Emporium, PA 15834 hiking, backpacking, snowmobiling 814-486-5605

Hershey Dutch Country

Buchanan’s Birthplace 18 historic area, fishing, picnicking, wheelchair accessible c/o

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golf course, historic landmark, flush toilets, Caledonia 1130 1 pavilion rental, playfield, swimming 185 showers, sanitary L 40 Rocky Mountain Road pool, snack bar concession, historic dumping station, center, environmental education, store, laundromat, Fayetteville, PA 17222 fishing, hunting, wheelchair organized tent 717-352-2161 accessible, hiking, backpacking, camping, modern biking cabins

pavilion rental, playfield, swimming flush toilets, Codorus 3324 1275 pool, snack bar concession, visitor 198 showers, sanitary S 1066 Blooming Grove Rd. center, environmental education, dumping station, fishing, boating, boat rentals, store, laundromat, Hanover, PA 17331-9545 marina, hunting, wheelchair organized ten 717-637-2816 accessible, hiking, horseback riding, camping ice skating, ice fishing, sledding

pavilion rental, playfield, beach, pit toilets, sanitary Colonel Denning 273 3 snack bar concession, visitor center, 52 dumping station, L 1599 Doubling Gap Road environmental education, fishing, store, laundromat hunting, wheelchair accessible, Newville, PA 17241 hiking, backpacking, ice skating 717-776-5272

French Creek 7339 84 natural area, picnicking, playfield, 201 flush toilets, Y swimming pool, snack bar showers, sanitary 843 Park Road concession, environmental ed., dumping station, fishing, boating, boat rentals, store, laundromat, Elverson, PA 19520-9523 hunting, wheelchair accessible, organized tent and 610-582-9680 hiking, horseback riding, mountain cabin camping, biking, ice skating, ice fishing modern cabins

Gifford Pinchot 2338 340 pavilion rental, playfield, beach, 340 flush toilets, S snack bar concession, visitor center, showers, sanitary 2200 Rosstown Road environmental education, fishing, dumping station, boating, boat rentals, hunting, store, laundromat, Lewisberry, PA 17339 wheelchair accessible, hiking, organized tent and 717-432-5011 horseback riding, ice fishing, ice trailer camping, skating, sledding modern cabins

Kings Gap 1454 environmental education center, hunting, wheelchair accessible, 500 Kings Gap Road hiking Carlisle, PA 17013 717-486-5031

pavilion rental, playfield, fishing, store Memorial Lake 230 85 boating, boat rentals, hiking, ice R.R. 1, Box 7045 skating, ice fishing Grantville, PA 17028 717-865-6470

Mont Alto 24 creek pavilion rental, playfield, fishing, store snowmobiling c/o

Nolde Forest 665 environmental education center, fishing, wheelchair accessible, 2910 New Holland Road hiking, Reading, PA 19607 610-775-1411

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historical landmark, pavilion rental, pit toilets, sanitary Pine Grove Furnace 696 27 playfield, beach, snack bar 74 dumping station, Y 1100 Pine Grove Road concession, historic center, visitor store, organized center, environmental education, tent camping Gardners, PA 17324 fishing, boating, boat rentals, 717-486-7174 hunting, wheelchair accessible, hiking, backpacking, biking, bicycle rentals, ice skating, ice fishing

pavilion rental, playfield, wheelchair pit toilets, store Samuel S. Lewis 71 accessible, hiking, snowmobiling c/o Gifford Pinchot

Susquehannock 224 pavilion rental, playfield, wheelchair pit toilets, accessible, hiking, horseback riding, organized tent c/o Gifford Pinchot snowmobiling camping

Swatara 3515 5 undeveloped, fishing, hunting, backpacking c/o Memorial Lake

Laurel Highlands

pavilion rental, playfield, swimming pit toilets, sanitary 5614 creek pool, environmental education, 42 dumping station, S 124 Park Road fishing, hunting, hiking, organized cabin backpacking, horseback riding, camping Imler, PA 16655 mountain biking, snowmobiling, 814-276-3576 downhill skiing

Canoe Creek 959 155 historic area, pavilion rental, beach, store, laundromat, snack bar concession, visitor center, modern cabins R.R. 2, Box 560 environmental education, fishing, boating, boat rentals, hunting, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648 wheelchair accessible, hiking, 814-695-6807 horseback riding, biking, ice skating, ice fishing, sledding historic area, pavilion rental, beach, flush toilets, Cowans Gap 1085 42 snack bar concession, visitor center, 233 showers, sanitary L HC 17266 environmental education, fishing, dumping station, boating, boat rentals, hunting, organized tent Fort Loudon, PA 17224 wheelchair accessible, hiking, camping, rustic 717-485-3948 backpacking, ice skating, ice fishing, cabins sledding Greenwood Furnace 423 6 historic area, pavilion rental, 51 flush toilets, L playfield, beach, snack bar showers, sanitary R.R. 2, Box 118 concession, historical center, dumping station, environmental education, fishing, store, laundromat Huntingdon, PA 16652 hiking, wheelchair accessible, 814-667-1800 hiking, backpacking, ice skating, ice fishing, snowmobiling pavilion rental, playfield, beach, Keystone 1187 78 snack bar concession, visitor center, R.R. 2, Box 101 environmental, boating, boat rentals, Derry, PA 15627 724-668-2939

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pavilion rental, playfield, beach, Kooser 250 4 snack bar concession,

pavilion rental, playfield, beach, Laurel Hill 3935 65 snack bar concession,

Laurel Mountain 493

Laurel Ridge 14,964

Laurel Summit 15

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Park/Forest Name Acres Daily Use Facilities Camp- Overnight Open Address sites Facilities

NORTH JERSEY

Allamuchy Mt. State Park 6,094 Picnicking, playground, fishing, boating, Overnight camping, hiking, horseback riding, cross accommodations 180 Stephen's Park Road country skiing, sledding, natural area Hackettstown, NJ 07840 908-852-3790

Picnicking, playground, fishing, hiking, 890 hunting, cross country skiing, natural area, RD 2, Off Rt. 24 sledding, restrooms Long Valley, NJ 07583 908-879-5677

High 14,193 Hiking, war monuments, bathhouse, cross 50 Flush toilets, S country skiing, fishing, concession stands, showers, laundry 1480 Route 23 hunting, horseback riding, ice skating, ice facilities, pit toilets, fishing, mountain biking, nature area, picnic modern cabins Sussex, NJ 07641 tables w/ grills, playground, snowmobiling, 973-875-4800 supervised swimming, visitor’s center

Trout hatchery, natural resource center, Pit toilets, picnic 1656 observatory, boating, hiking, natural area, 23 tables, fire rings, S PO Box 150 playground, fishing, hunting, cross country flush toilets, grill Hope, NJ 07844 skiing, ice fishing 908-459-4366

Liberty State Park 1122 Interpretive Center, science and technology museum, visitor’s center, picnicking, Morris Pesin Drive playground, refreshment stand, lookout point, bathing, fishing, nature center, cross country Jersey City, NJ 07305 skiing, natural area, supervised pool, 201-915-3401 showers, bathhouse, restrooms, first-aid, crabbing Cross country skiing, hiking, horseback Norvin Green State Forest 2331 riding, hunting, ice fishing c/o Ringwood Park

Ringwood State Park 4291 Visitor’s center, marina, historic landmark, picnicking, playground, refreshment stand, PO Box 1304 gardens, fishing, hiking, nature area, sledding, cross country skiing, ice skating, ice Sloatsburg Rd fishing, sledding, boat rental, hunting, Ringwood 07456 snowmobiling, sledding, public telephone, restroom, swimming Hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, Fire rings, picnic 727 biking, picnicking, playground, fishing 40 tables, flush toilets S 800 Willow Grove Road Hackettstown 07840 908-852-3790

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Bathhouse, biking, boating, cross country Flush toilets, fire 15,735 skiing, concession stand, fishing, hiking, 77 rings, picnic tables, Y 1 Coursen Road horseback riding, hunting, ice skating, ice modern cabins, fishing, mountain biking, nature area, showers Branchville 07826 picnicking, fitness trail, playground, 973-948-3820 restrooms, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, softball field, swimming, Boathouse, boating, biking, bathhouse, Flush toilets, 1744 swimming, fishing, food, concession stand, 70 showers, laundry S PO Box 123 hiking, horseback riding, hunting, ice facilities, trailer boating, ice fishing, ice skating, mountain hookups, pit toilets, Swartswood 07877 biking, nature trails, playground, picnicking, fire rings, picnic 973-383-5230 restrooms, showers, cross country skiing, tables sledding, snowmobiling, boat rental Wawayanda State Park 11,736 Boathouse, hiking, boating, biking, 3 Pit toilets S bathhouse, concession stand, first-aid station, Box 198 hunting, marina, mountain biking, ice fishing, cross country skiing, picnicking, playground, Highland Lakes 07422 restrooms, snowmobiling, swimming, 973-853-4462 horseback riding, supervised swimming

Hiking, boating, biking, cross country skiing, Pit toilets, flush 5878 fishing, hiking, hunting, snowmobiling, 69 toilets, showers, L Old Mine Road (258 visitor’s centers picnic tables, fire HC 62, Box 2 water rings Columbia 07832 acres) 908-841-9575

CENTRAL JERSEY

Allaire State Park 3061 Visitor’s center, biking, boating, boat rentals, 55 Fire rings, picnic Y cross country skiing, fishing, concession tables, flush toilets, Box 220 stand, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, showers, laundry mountain biking, nature trails, picnicking, facilities, trailer Farmingdale 07727 playground, restrooms facilities, pit toilets 973-938-2371

Barnegat Lighthouse Park 31 Bathing, bathhouse, picnicking, lookout point Box 167 Barnegat 08006 609-494-2016

Cheesequake State Park 1284 Boating, bathhouse, biking, cross country 53 Flush toilets, Y skiing, crabbing, first aid station, fishing, showers, laundry Matawan 07747 hiking, ice fishing, ice boating, ice skating, facilities, trailer nature area, mountain biking, picnicking, facilities, fire rings, 732-566-2161 concession stand, playground, restrooms pit toilets

Boating, hiking, biking, picnicking, fishing, Fire ring, picnic Delaware and Raritan 3785 cross country skiing, nature area 75 tables, flush toilets, L Canal Park laundry facilities, 2185 Daniel Bray Highway trailer facilities Stockton 08559 609-397-2949

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Bathing, bathhouses, biking, concession 3002 stand, first aid station, fishing, handicap Rt. 35 accessible, hiking, nature center, nature area, picnicking, restrooms, scuba diving, surfing, Seaside Park 08752 swimming, 732-793-0506

Monmouth Battlefield State 1520 Visitor’s center, historic sites, cross country skiing, fishing, hiking, nature center, Park picnicking, playground, snowmobiling, 347 Freehold-Englishtown Rd. visitor’s center Freehold 07728 732-462-9616

Boating, bathing, handicap accessible, Prospertown Lake fishing, ice skating, picnic area c/o Monmouth Battlefield

Round Valley Rec. Area 3639 Bathhouse, biking, cross country skiing, 106 Drinking water, pit L changing rooms, first aid, fishing, concession toilets, fire ring Box 45D stand, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, ice sailing, ice skating, ice fishing, mountain Lebanon Stanton Road biking, scuba diving, sledding, supervised Lebanon 08833 swimming, picnicking, playground, 908-861-2404 restrooms, boating

Spruce Run Rec. Area 1910 Bathhouse, biking, cross country skiing, first 70 Picnic tables, grill, S aid station, fishing, concession stand, hiking, flush toilets, One Van Syckels Road hunting, ice boating, ice fishing, picnicking, showers fire rings restrooms, rollerblading, supervised Clinton 08809 swimming 908-638-8572 908-638-8573

Vorhees State Park 626 Observatory, hiking, horseback riding, 50 Fire rings, picnic Y biking, mountain biking, picnicking, tables, flush toilets, 251 County Road 513 playground, fishing, hunting, cross country showers skiing, sledding, scenic overlook, fitness Glen Gardner 08826 course 908-638-6969

Cross country skiing, picnicking, handicap Picnic tables, fire Washington Crossing State 991 access, hiking, mountain biking, nature 115 rings, pit toilets S Park center, natural area, playground, 355 Washington Crossing- snowshoeing, visitor’s center, restrooms, Pennington Road Titusville 08560 609-737-0623

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SOUTH JERSEY

Boating, camping, fishing, hiking, horseback Overnight 25,434 riding, hunting, cross country skiing, accommodations Box 118 sledding, natural area New Gretna 08224 609-296-1114

Batona Trail 50 Hiking, designated campsites miles

Saltwater boating, saltwater fishing, Fire rings, picnic 12,255 bathhouse, biking, cross country skiing, 188 tables, flush toilets, Y County Route 550 freshwater fishing, concession stand, hiking, showers, laundry horseback riding, hunting, interpretive center, facilities, trailer Box 450 mountain biking, natural area, picnicking, facilities, lean-tos, Woodbine 08270 physical fitness trail, playground, softball modern cabin field, snowmobiling, sledding, swimming, 609-861-2404 freshwater boating

Cape May Point State Park 190 Lighthouse, natural area, bird watching, fishing, handicap accessible, fishing, hiking, PO Box 107 visitor’s center, picnic area w/ tables and Cape May Point 08212 grills 609-844-2159

Corson’s Inlet State Park 341 Boat launch, fishing, hiking, natural area Ocean Drive South of Ocean City Cape May County 609-861-2404

Crabbing, fishing, picnicking, playground, State Park 104 lookout point, restrooms PO Box 543 RD 3, Harrisonville Rd. Salem 08079 609-935-3218

Bathhouse, biking, cross country skiing, Flush toilets, Lebanon State Forest 31,965 fishing, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, 82 showers, laundry Y PO Box 215 natural area, mountain biking, picnicking, facilities, trailer playground, historic site facilities, fire rings, New Lisbon 08064 picnic tables, pit 609-726-1191 toilets, modern cabins 1135 Bathhouse, biking, concession stand, 56 Fire rings, picnic L picnicking, hiking, interpretive center, natural tables, flush toilets, RD 1, Box 374 area, playground, restrooms, supervised showers, laundry swimming, boating facilities, trailer Elmer 08318 facilities, modern 609-358-8616 cabins

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Penn State Forest 3366 Picnicking, fishing, hiking trails, hunting c/o Bass River Stage Rd. PO Box 118 New Gretna 08224 609-296-1114

Boat launch, nature center, natural area, Rancocas State Park 1249 fishing, hiking C/o Lebanon Forest Westampton Twp. 08073 609-726-1191

Wharton State Forest 109,77 Shore resort, saltwater/freshwater boating, 50 Fire ring, picnic L historic site, cross country skiing, bathhouse, tables, water, flush Batsto, RD 9 1 supervised swimming, concession stand, first toilets, showers, aid station, interpretive center, fishing, trailer facilities, pit Hammonton 08037 hiking, picnicking, playground, natural area, toilets, modern 609-561-0024 hunting, horseback riding, mountain biking, cabins visitor’s center

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HISTORIC TRAILS

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HISTORIC TRAILS

Hiking is one of the most enjoyable past times of people. It is also a requirement for the hiking skill skills for Tenderfoot through 1st Class and the Hiking and Backpacking merit badge.

In the next several pages are listed some enjoyable hikes, some have hiking awards available.

The address listed below can give you more information.

You can get a books on Pennsylvania hiking trails from:

Keystone Trails Association P.O. Box 251 Cogan Station, PA 17728 Web: http://www.pennaweb.com/kta/

Hawk Mountain Council, , 5027 Pottsville Pike, Reading, PA 19605-1284 has available a Nationally approved Historic Trails book. It covers historic trails in the .

Ask for B.S.A. Outdoor Program Divisions Book #20-135.

The York-Adams Area Council, Boy Scouts of America has available at a cost of $.75 each, a booklet containing all pertinent information regarding the Gettysburg Heritage Trail Program.

At a cost of $.50 each, a separate booklet is available for the York City Trail.

Please include full payment with your order.

Gettysburg Campground (717) 334-1124 Tourist Information (717) 334-6296

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MAJOR HIKING TRAILS

APPALACHIAN TRAIL

The Appalachian Trail, extending 2,000 miles from Mt. Katahdin to Springer Mountain in Georgia, provides a unique opportunity for exploring the eastern United States. Over most of its length it is marked with white paint blazes and metal markers. The Appalachian Trail may be thought of as a trunk line trail predominately along the ridge crests with their panoramic scenery. It also affords access to the gorges, waterfalls, stand of timbers and other places of great beauty.

From the to the there are scattered open camps, but the irregularity in the chain sometimes necessitates carrying camping equipment. The Appalachian Trail is primarily a hiking trail and camping is incidental to where nightfall overtakes one. Lean-to shelters are along the trail but should only be used in inclement weather or in case of emergency.

Maps and detailed trail information may be obtained by writing:

APPALACHIAN TRAIL CONFERENCE P.O. BOX 236 HARPERS FERRY, WEST VIRGINIA 25425

HORSESHOE TRAIL

The Horseshoe Trail begins at Valley Forge and follows old woodland roads and paths. It follows high ridges and crosses many streams. It extends for 121 miles and joins the Appalachian Trail and Rattling Gun Gap on , 12 miles north of Hershey, Pennsylvania.

A complete guide of the trail may be obtained by writing to:

HORSE SHOE TRAIL CLUB ROBERT L. CHALFANT 509 CHELTENA AVE JENKINTOWN, PA 19046

JOCKEY HOLLOW TRAIL

The Jockey Hollow Trail provides a scenic hike and also an opportunity to feel close to some of the soldiers from the American Revolutionary War. The hike is 17 miles and provides an opportunity to follow the paths that Washington and his army used to cross the mountains to enter Morristown, New Jersey to spend his worst winter.

The trail is only open from September to May. A medal is available for those who complete the hike and submit an essay.

For information write to: ATTN: JOCKEY HOLLOW TRAIL COMM. MORRIS-SUSSEX COUNCIL, BSA 12 MT. PLEASANT TURNPIKE DENVILLE, NJ 07834

JOHNNY REB-BILLY YANK COMPASS HIKING TRAILS

The at Gettysburg and the York-Adams Area Council have established the Gettysburg Heritage Award. An emblem is awarded for hiking the trails with side segments to be added to the patch as the rest are completed. The trails range from five to ten miles.

For information write to: GETTYSBURG P.O. BOX 70 GETTYSBURG, PA 17325

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LOYALSOCK TRAIL

The - is a wilderness trail running parallel to the Loyalsock Creek for fifty miles. It is blazed with red markers with yellow lettering 'ILT". For the most part, the trail follows the ridges above the creek, but sometimes meanders down into the valley. The average elevation of the trail is 1800 feet. The highlights of the trail include its many vistas. No shelters are available along the trail but is eight along the trail and provides an excellent camping area for hikers.

For information write to: LOYALSOCK TRAIL ALPINE CLUB OF WILLIAMSPORT P.O. BOX 501 WILLIAMSPORT, PA

VALLEY FORGE TRAIL

This trail is sponsored by Valley Forge Council, BSA. This hike is completed by using compass coordinates to see all the happenings of the park.

For information write to: VALLEY FORGE COUNCIL, BSA P.O. BOX 806 VALLEY FORGE, PA 19482

WASHINGTON CROSSING HISTORICAL TRAIL

This trail in sponsored by Bucks County Council, BSA. The trail includes hiking to all points of interest in Washington Crossing State Park in Pennsylvania. Camping is also permitted at the park. An award is available for making the hike and completing several other requirements.

For more information write to: HISTORIC TRAILS COMMITTEE BUCKS COUNTY COUNCIL, BSA 225 GREEN STREET DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901

COLONIAL PATRIOT AWARD

This award is sponsored by the Philadelphia Council, BSA and the Colonial Society of Pennsylvania. The purpose of this award is to give you an experience of the colonial times in which our nation was founded. To receive this award you must complete several hikes through various points of colonial heritage and then upon completion of the hikes you must submit an essay.

For more information write to: PHILADELPHIA COUNCIL, BSA 22ND AND WINTER STREETS PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103

To be eligible you must be a registered scout under the age of eighteen (18).

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Historic Trails Program Bucks County Council Boy Scouts of America Scout Way at Green P.O. Box 797 Doylestown, PA 18901-0797 Phone: (215) 348-9436 / (215) 757-6775

DELAWARE CANAL TRAIL

Bike it, hike it, or canoe it – be a history buff and live it as you travel. Five years in the making to get the history, lore and construction details onto paper for use by Troops who dare to try something different. The Delaware Canal Trail is located in Eastern Pennsylvania and administered by the Bucks County Council, Boy Scouts of America. The trail follows the towpath of the Delaware Canal which was operated from 1831 until 1931 as a major inland trade route. Not many historic trails can be traveled by bike, foot, or canoe but this one can. The Delaware Canal Trail Award is available for those meeting the requirements. Awards are given for completion of parts of the trail & how that 10-mile segment was completed, the end-to-end strip is given to those individuals who complete all 48 miles. Segments are available for hikers, canoeists and bikers. Information packs are $2.50 or $3.50 if mailed.

THE DOYLESTOWN HISTORIC TRAIL

The Doylestown Historic Trail was developed for all citizens as an Eagle Scout Project to promote the historic places of Doylestown. Informational pack is available and contains full instructions on how you can earn the embroidered emblem upon completion of the trail program. Packet costs $2.50, if mailed $3.50.

No history of Doylestown community would be complete unless it had a brief summarization of how this are came to be established. In 1681 was given a grant of 40,000 square miles in North America. It was given by King Charles II to repay a debt to the Royal Crown owed Penn’s deceased father, Sir William Penn. This area became known as the Province of Pennsylvania, not named for the younger Penn, but in memory of his father, sir William Penn of the British Admiralty. Doylestown cam about in 1724 when Jeremiah Langhorne bought 5200 surveyed acres and 200 un-surveyed acres. These lands contained the future of Doylestown.

FREEDOM SHRINE TRAIL

Through the generosity of the Pennsylvania Exchange Club a series of photographic reproductions of our nations historical documents have been presented to Bucks County Council. As a result “THE FREEDOM SHRINE TRAIL” has been formed, and Dens, Patrols, and Explorer Units as well as Girl Scout units may earn a specially designed medal upon completion of the trail requirements. Information packets cost $2.50 or $3.50 if mailed. The Freedom Shrine Trail is located in the Bucks County Council Service Center located at Scout Way & Green Street, Doylestown, PA Open 9 am – 5 pm Monday-Friday. Plan on at least two hours to complete the trail.

THE WASHINGTON CROSSING HISTORIC TRAIL

If your Troop wishes to hike the historic Trail at Washington Crossing State Park, PA get the packet that explains that trail program in detail. The cost of the packet is $2.50 or $3.50 if mailed. Then begin your plans to take the hike which is an inspiring educational experience of interest and value to citizens of all ages. It not only develops a thorough understanding and appreciation of one of the most significant events in our country’s history but provides an opportunity to create interest and promote activity in several other aspects of Scouting’s programs through familiarization with the nature study center, the bird banding station, Penn’s Woods, Bowman’s Hill Wild Flower Preserve, the Pennsylvania Canal, and the mission and management of public recreational facilities and historic sites. The trail, approximately 8 miles in length may be covered in one 8-hour day and a commemorative medal and embroidered emblem are available for those who satisfactorily complete the requirements for the award. Essays are submitted to the Washington Crossing Foundation and those judged the top three essays receive a $50 United States Savings Bond.

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THE WILLIAM PENN TRAIL

The William Penn Trail is designed to help Scouts learn the rules, history and features of Pennsbury Manor in Morrisville, PA. The trail is a short historic compass hike and is intended to be both educational and fun. Scout Troops and Patrols must supply their own compasses for the course. Scoutmasters should first obtain the William Penn Trail information packet from the Bucks County Council, BSA. The price is $2.50 or $3.50 by mail. Once you have decided on a date, call the Pennsbury Manor (215) 946-0400 and tell them when your Troop/Patrol would like to hike the compass trail. A special embroidered emblem is available to those completing the requirements.

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MINSI TRAILS COUNCIL BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

HISTORIC TRAILS PROGRAM

Colonial Trail – Kiwanis Club of Allentown Durham Trail – Hellertown Lions Club Moravian Trail – Rotary Club of Bethlehem Uncas Trail – Rotary Club of Easton Sullivan-Wilderness Trail – Kiwanis Club of Stroudsburg

The Historic Trails Program of the Minsi Trails Council is a part of the Character Building and Physical Fitness Program of the Boy Scouts of America. There are several historic trails available within the Minsi Trails Council area.

The trails are as follows: COLONIAL TRAIL – Emmaus to Allentown (12 miles) MORAVIAN TRAIL – Bethlehem to Hellertown (14 miles) DURHAM TRAIL – Hellertown to the Durham Locks (12 miles) UNCAS TRAIL – Bethlehem to Easton (13.5 miles) SULLIVAN-WILDERNESS TRAIL – Tannersville to Camp Minsi (12 miles)

Tow Path – included in the Durham Trail booklet (not one of our Historic Trails)

The Trails emphasize the early development of our nation during the colonial period. The significance of these trails is to develop a greater appreciation of our American heritage.

There are trail booklets available which may be used as a guide to hiking the trails. It is our hope that every hiker would have his own booklet so that he can follow the trail information, answer the questions and keep it as a memento of his experience.

All trails are open to any group and it is obvious that their use is subject to the established Scout guidelines. A trail emblem is available upon completion of any one of the trails. There is also a segment available for each of the trails. In all, there is one emblem and 5 segments that may be earned.

The Historic Trails Medal may be earned by completing all five trails. The medal is restricted to registered Scouts, Explorers and Leaders in the Boy Scouts of America. At least two of these trails must be completed as a registered Scout, Explorer or Leader. Any three of the five trails may be completed, and credit earned towards the medal, as a registered Cub Scout.

TRAIL GUIDELINES

1. have sufficient transportation available at the beginning and end f the trail. 2. A knowledge of compass, map reading and hiking procedures is necessary. 3. Trail lunches should be carried and a garbage bag should be taken with you. 4. No trespassing on private property. 5. Scouts should be in uniform and carry their registration cards. 6. One adult leaders (21 years of age or older) for every 8-10 hikers.

For additional information contact: Minsi Trails Council, BSA Box 20624 Lehigh Valley, PA 18002 (610) 264-8551 Office Location: 991 Postal Road Allentown, PA 18109 Web Site: www.minsitrails.com

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THE PALISADES HISTORIC TRAILS

TRAILS:

The Palisades Historic Trails are made up of portions of the Long Path, on top @f the cliffs, and the Shore Trail, under the cliffs by the Hudson River--between Fort Lee Historic Park and Nornthern New Jersey Council's Camp Alpine, Alpine, N.J.

The Long Path is 11.3 miles long and requires at least 5 1/2 hours of hiking, not including stops. The Shore Trail Is 12.5 miles long and requires at least 6 1/2 hours of hiking, not including stops. (The Shore Trail Is more strenuous of the two.) Trails are marked with pale blue, vertical blazes (paint marks), 2” by 4". Some blazes display the initials PHT. One blaze above another indicates a turn in the trail. Blazes on the trails leading up the cliffs from the Shore Trail to Camp Alpine are blue and white--and so are blazes between the Historic Park and the Shore Trail at the south end.

You may hike the trails south to north to south, one at a time or both at once over a weekend, or in segments. You may visit the Historic Park and Its Visitor's Center before or after hiking or on another day altogether.

APPLYING TO HIKE

It's very important to apply for your hiking permit early so your trails information kit arrives well before your hike date. It's far better to postpone your hike than to set out without understanding what you're doing. Thus, you're required to mail the attached application form so it reaches the Northern new Jersey Council office at least three weeks in advance. Note: If you go hiking again at a later date, notify the Northern New Jersey Council, B.S.A. by mail or phone at least three weeks in advance. (You needn't fill out a new application form or credential card.) Remember, too, that you'll need a Local Tour Permit from your own council if your troop is located outside the Northern New Jersey Council.

INFORMATION KIT

Read all the way through the printed material in the information kit you'll receive. Then read through it again. Study the maps.

Share the Information with Scouts and Scouters at troop meetings. You, or troop leaders should explain where you're going, why you're going, what you'll see and do. What you'll take along and how long it will take.

Carry the printed material and maps along with you on the hikes; put them In a protective plastic bag.

LEADERSHIP

Adequate leadership means a hike leader 21 or older and assistants who are at least 18, with one leader for each group of 8 to 10 hikers. Large groups of hikers should be divided into small groups in accordance with BSA wilderness policy.

EQUIPMENT Hikers must be equipped with proper hiking shoes (not sneakers); canteens filled with water; warm clothes; day packs, knapsacks, or musette bags; raingear; food for lunch; paper and pencils; and a first-aid kit (one for each group). No one should carry equipment or bags in his hands. Take care: Poison Ivy grows on both trails.

FITNESS

Hiking the trails is much more than a stroll around the block; make sure all Scouts and Scouters are capable of walking 11 or 12 miles without delaying other hikers. (Practice hikes will help you determine who's prepared.) Out-of-shape and overweight hikers may well cause problems.

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TRANSPORTATION:

Make sure you have enough drivers and cars to carry hikers to and from the trails. Drivers may drive into Fort Lee Historic Park free of charge--but only temporarily. They must check In at the gate and show their passes; passes are included In the information kit you'll receive. No all-day parking is permitted at the Park. Limited parking is available at Camp Alpine.

WHEN YOU VISIT FORT LEE HISTORIC PARK:

Arrive at the park between 9:15 and 9:30 a.m. (opening time), if you start there, but please, no earlier.

Present credential cards to the Order of the Arrow representative or park employee, @'ho will sign them, at the Visitors Center.

See the 12-minute film in the auditorium.

Contact one of the Visitors Center employees or the Order of the Arrow representative for a tour of the exhibits.

Fill out your question sheets from the film and exhibits -- but only if you have time enough to do so.

Start your hike by 10:15 if you set out from the Park. To delay is to risk hiking in darkness. Then it's more difficult to follow the trail, where likely you'll have an accident, and almost certainly you'll be more fatigued and hungry than necessary at the end of the trail. (If you suspect you'll be short of time, consider seeing the Park and Visitors Center another day.)

Place litter only in receptacles in the Park and on the trails; otherwise, carry trash out with you. Cut no live plants anywhere. Water is available only In park picnic areas.

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER:

To contact the Palisades Interstate Park Police, call 768-1360.

READ THIS NOTE !

Note: It’s very important to apply for your hiking permit early so your trails information kit arrives well before your hike date. It’s better to postpone your hike than to set out without understanding what you are doing. Thus, you should mail the attached application form at least three weeks in advance.

Moreover, keep in mind that you must provide adequate leadership: a hike leader 21 or older and assistants who are at least 16, with one leader for each group of 8-10 Scouts or Explorers. Large groups of hikers should be divided into similar site groups plus leaders in accordance with the BSA wilderness policy.

The Palisades Historic Trails are closed during December, January and February – and anytime that officials of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission considers them unsafe.

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* PALISADES HISTORIC TRAIL APPLICATION *

Date: ______

[ ] Troop [ ] Post No: _____ of ______(Town) _____ (State) ______(Council) applies to hike the Palisades Historic Trail according to all rulkes and regulations set forth by the Palisades Historic Trails committee. ( Trails are open March 15th through November 30th ).

[ ] We plan to hike the Trails on ______(Date) or ______(Alternate Date)

______(Hike Leader) (Scouting Position)

______( No and Street ) ( Town, State, Zip Code ) (Phone No)

[ ] We enclose $5.00 for our unit’s reghistration.

[ ] We plan to camp overnight at Northern New Jersey Council’s Camp Alpine on ______(Date). Be Sure to inclose a filled out Camp Alpine Use Application form.

[ ] We’re not planning to camp overnight.

[ ] Approved and signed: ______(Unit Leader)

[ ] Approved and signed: ______(Committee Chairman)

NOTE: This application form must arrive in Bergen Council office at least three (3) weeks before your hike date. If it does not, you’ll be asked to choose a new date. Make checks payable to Northern New Jersey Council, BSA. Mail this application, camp use application ( if you’re camping), and check to: Palisades Historic Trails Committee, Northern New Jersey Council, BSA, 25 Ramapo Valley Rd., Oakland, NJ 07436. Council Service Center: (201) 677-1000

LIST OF HIKERS Adults: 1. ______3. ______

2. ______4. ______

Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, or Explorers 1. ______9. ______

2. ______10. ______

3. ______11. ______

4. ______12. ______

5. ______13. ______

6. ______14. ______

7. ______15. ______

8. ______16. ______

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NATIONALLY APPROVED HISTORIC TRAILS

A copy of the publication "Nationally Approved Historic Trails 11 (20-135) is maintained at the Hawk Mountain Council Service Center for review.

Historic Trails near by:

Delaware Canal Contact Bucks County Council, BSA Washington Crossing Scout Way at Green St. William Penn P. 0. Box 797 Freedom Shrine Doylestown, PA 18901 Doylestown Historic Trail (215) 348-9436 or (215) 757-6775

The Colonial Trail Contact Minsi Trails Council, BSA The Durham Trail P. 0. Box 2424 The Moravian Trail Lehigh Valley, PA 18601 The Sullivan Wilderness Trail (610) 264-8551 The Uncas Trail

Valley Forge Historic Trail Contact Cradle of Liberty Council, BSA Roger S. Firestone Scout Resource Center 1485 Valley Forge Rd Wayne, PA 19087 (610) 688-6900

Philadelphia Bicentennial Contact Cradle of Liberty Council, BSA Trail of Freedom Marks Scout Resource Center The Benjamin Franklin Trail 22nd & Winter St Philadelphia, PA 19103 (215) 988-9811

Gettysburg Historical Trail Contact York Adams Area Council, BSA York City Historical Trail 2139 White St York, PA 17404 (717) 843-0901

Palisades Historic Trail Contact Northern New Jersey Council, BSA 25 Ramapo Valley Rd Oakland, NJ 07436 (201) 677-1000

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HIGH ADVENTURE BASES

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HIGH ADVENTURE BASES

High Adventure Scouting can be a rewarding experience f or the older boys in your troop.

Boy Scouts of America High Adventure Bases

The Boy Scouts of America operates 6 High Adventure Bases. The bases are in operation the months of June, July and August. The Main High Adventure Area and the Charles L. Sommers Canoe Base also offer winter programs during the months of December through March.

The High Adventure Bases are very popular and tend to fill up early A September Reservation would be appropriate. For more information on any of the bases, you can write to:

Camping/Outdoor Division National Office Boy Scouts of America 1325 Walnut Hill Lane Irving, Texas 75062-1296 or you can write directly to the High Adventure Bases.

PHILMONT SCOUT RANCH Cimarron I New Mexico 87714 Featuring: backpacking, fishing, rock climbing, horse riding and other activities.

FLORIDA NATIONAL HIGH ADVENTURE SEA BASE P.O. Box 858, Islamorada, FL 33036 Featuring: Sailing on 25’-65’ sailboats, snorkeling, scuba and the Out Island Experience.

MAIN NATIONAL ADVENTURE BASE RD #1, Box 2200, Hampden, Maine 04444 Featuring: Canoeing and hiking.

ADIRONDACK ADVENTURE AREA Northeast Region, BSA, P.O. Box 350, Dayton, New Jersey 08810 Featuring: 10 different treks over 6 million acre Adirondack Park

NORTHERN TIER NATIONAL HIGH ADVENTURE BASES P.O. Box 509, Ely; MN 55731 Featuring: The Charles L. Sommers and Northern Wisconsin canoe Bases.

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HIGH ADVENTURE OPPORTUNITIES

Philmont Scout Ranch Cimarron, NM 87714

Philmont is a national camping area, owned and operated by the Boy Scouts of America. Philmont comprises 137,493 acres or about 215 square miles of rugged mountain wilderness in the Sangre de Cristo (Blood of Christ) range of the Rockies. More than 20 staffed camps and 50 un-staffed camps make up Philmont. It has high mountains which dominate the rough terrain with an elevation ranging from 6,500 to 12,441 feet. Philmont is rich in history of the ancient Indiana and the Spanish conquistadors who explored the Southwest long before the first colonists arrived. The rugged mountain men like Kit Carson camped along its trails. Great land barons like Lucien Maxwell built ranches along the Santa Fe Trail, and gold miners seeking fortunes, these men all left their mark at Philmont. Philmont is also plentiful in wildlife and its natural beauty makes it a place you will never forget. The program at Philmont offers adventure in the high country in the form of backpacking its hundreds of miles of trails through a vastly different world than we commonly know. Activities include rock climbing, gold panning, burro packing, horseback riding, mountain search and rescue and other activities common to the outdoors. The fellowship experienced at Philmont is incredible. Scouts on the trail meet other scouts from all over the United States and the world. The staff at Philmont is composed of the finest individuals of any Scout carp in the world. Philmont receives thousands of applications yearly and accepts 500, who exemplify the type of leadership needed and a love for Scouting and Philmont itself ' Philmont in short in what Scouting is all about. Contact the Council office for information on Philmont.

Northern Tier National High Adventure Programs Box 509P Ely, MN 55731

Six miles from the Canadian boarder and Quetico Provincial Park is Charles L. Sommers Wilderness Canoe Base, operations center for Northern Tier. Sommers has its own programs and runs satellite bases in Canada at Bisset, Manitoba, and Atikokan, Ontario. All levels of wilderness canoeing are offered at Northern Tier.

Florida National High Adventure Sea Base P.O. Box 858, Islamorada, FL 33036

Fish. Scuba dive. Motorboat. At the sea base in the Florida Keys, you can do all that plus visit places pirates once plundered. Other aquatic options include; Coral reef sailing in 50-foot sailboats. Scuba expeditions off Bahamas Out Islands. Even an Out Island adventure: You're put on a remote island with food, water and an instructor, then left to learn primitive island skills. Programs run about seven days.

Maine National High Adventure Area P.O. Box 607 Howland, ME 04448

In the adventure area's six million acres of mountains, you can see moose, deer, bear and . You can go wilderness canoeing and backpacking. There is lake canoeing, mountaineering, river fishing, and guides to go along.

Adirondack Adventure Area P.O. Box 350 Dayton, NJ 08810

Also known as Adirondack State Park, these six million acres offer hiking, kayaking, camping, backpacking, sailing, rappelling, water skiing, white water rafting, fishing, and more.

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MILITARY BASE CAMPING

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MILITARY BASE CAMPING

Camping on military bases can be a rewarding experience.

There usually is an officer in charge of public relations on every Military Base who will go out of his way to make your stay enjoyable.

Food and lodging on Military bases is cheap and good.

If you make reservations early enough they will put on demonstrations for you.

Listed on the next few pages are a few EXAMPLES, but most Military Bases will accommodate Boy Scout tours or camping. All you need do is call.

If your troop has camped at any of the listed or any other Military Bases, please send this information to the Camp Promotions and Elections Committee of the Order of the Arrow, Hawk Mountain Scout Council.

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AIR FORCE BASES DELAWARE DOVER AFB Mailing address: Dover AFB, DE 19902 Home page: www.dover.af.mil DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

BOLLING AFB Mailing address: 11th Wing, Bolling AFB, Washington, DC 20332-5100 home page: www.bolling.af.mil/ MARYLAND ANDREWS AFB Mailing address: Andrews AFB, MD 20762 Home page : www.aon.af.mil NEW JERSEY McGUIRE AFB Mailing address: 2901 Lane, McGuire AFB, NJ 08641 Home page: www.mcguire.af.mil OHIO WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB Mailing address: Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433-5417 Home page: www.wpafb.af.mil

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ARMY BASES DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA FORT McNAIR Mailing address: Installation Coordinator, 103 3rd Ave., Building 48, Fort McNair, Washington, DC 20319-5050 Home page: www.fmmc.army.mil MARYLAND ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND Mailing address: Commander, U.S. Army Test & Evaluation Command, ATTN: AMSTE- PA, 314 Longs Corner Road, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005-5001 FORT DETRICK Mailing address: Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD 21702-5000 Home page: www.armymedicine.army.mil/detrick/ FORT MEADE Mailing address: Headquarters, U.S. Army Garrison, Attention: (specify office), Fort George G. Meade, MD 20755 Home page: www.mdw.army.mil/meade.htm NEW JERSEY FORT MONMOUTH Mailing address: Fort Monmouth, NJ 07703-5000 Home page: www.monmouth.army.mil/ NEW YORK FORT DRUM Mailing address: Fort Drum, NY 13602-5000 Home page: www.drum.army.mil U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY Mailing address: U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY 10996-1788 Home page: http://www.usma.edu/ PENNSYLVANIA CARLISLE BARRACKS Mailing address: Carlisle Barracks, PA 17013-5050 Home page: carlisle-www.army.mil

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COAST GUARD BASES CONNECTICUT

U.S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY U.S. Coast Guard Academy, Superintendent, 15 Mohegan Ave., New London, CT 06320 Home page: www.dot.gov/dotinfo/uscg/hq/uscga/uscga DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA CG HEADQUARTERS 2100 2nd St., S.W., Washington, DC 20593-0001 Home page: www.uscg.mil NEW JERSEY CAPE MAY CG TRAINING CENTER 1 Munro Ave., Cape May, NJ 08204

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PRIVATE CAMP GROUNDS

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Private Campgrounds

This section is for Private Campgrounds which are able to host group camping for your unit. Many private campgrounds accommodate Scout groups.

If your unit has stayed at any private campgrounds, please forward information on them for the next edition of “Where to go Camping” using the form provided at the back of this booklet.

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THINGS TO DO

PLACES TO GO

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THINGS-TO-DO PLACES-TO-GO

This section includes a variety of things to do and places to go.

Most are one day trips that you can do with your troop or family.

Again, remember these ideas are not all that there is to do in our area. We would hope you will give us suggestions and other ideas to expand this book.

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ATTRACTIONS

BLUE ROCKS - Lenhartsville, 20 miles NE of Reading, 23 miles W. of Allentown. - An astounding natural wonder in the beautiful mountains of North Berks. Enjoy shady camping near a fossil of the Ice Age. - Telephone Number: (610) 756-6366

BOYERTOWN MUSEUM OF HISTORIC VEHICLES - Warwick & Laurel Sts., Boyertown, PA. - Duryea and Reading built autos among collections of over 100 horse drawn and mechanized vehicles. Open 9:30am-4:00pm, Tues-Sun. Closed on major holidays. - Telephone Number: (610) 367-2090 - Web: www.boyertownmuseum.org

CHRISTMAS VILLAGE ( KOZIAR’S) - Route 183, Bernville, PA - Awarded 1st prize as the "Best Outdoor Christmas Display in the World" by Display World Magazine - Telephone Number: (610) 488-1110

CRYSTAL CAVE - Between Reading and Allentown, U.S. 222 or 22 - Open daily from March 1-November 30, 9-5. Guided tours, souvenir barn gift shop, arcade, rock shop, luncheonette, playground, mini-golf, 125 scenic Acres, group rates. - Telephone Number: (610) 683-6765 - Web: www.crystalcavepa.com

MARY MERRITT DOLL MUSEUM & MERRITT MUSEUM OF CHILDHOOD - Douglassville, PA - A thrilling display of thousands of dolls-toys-miniatures. Many antiques. Recall your childhood with lovely doll house furnishings and doll china - group rates - open daily. - Telephone Number: (610) 385-3809, (610) 385-3408 - Web: www.merritts.com

MID-ATLANTIC AIR MUSEUM - Reading Regional Airport, Reading, PA - Open daily 9:30am-4:00pm. Museum's collection includes award-winning warbirds, classic airliners, rare & unusual military and civilian aircraft and historic exhibits - Telephone Number: (610) 372-7333 - Web: www.maam.org

PA DUTCH FARM MUSEUM - Kempton, PA - From household to barnyard, authentic Berks farm antiques out of the pages of history coming to life before your eyes. Open weekends only. May thru October. - Telephone Number: (610) 683-7130

PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH FOLK CULTURE CENTER - Lenhartsville, PA - Dutch Heritage, One-Room School, Log House, Folklife Museum and Gift Shop. Open June, July & August - 10 to 5 Pm. May, September, October Weekends only. Memorial Library for students of genealogy, folklore and local history open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. - Telephone Number: (610) 682-4803. School field trips call (610) 682-7432

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ROADSIDE AMERICA - Shartlesville, PA - World's greatest Indoor Miniature Village. Be prepared to see more then you expect. The "Original" Miniature Village. Take Route 22 to 78 to Shartlesville, Pa - Open all Year. - Telephone Number: (610) 488-6241. - Web: www.roadsideamericainc.com

W.K. & S. STEAM RAILROAD - Kempton, PA - Authentic steam engines and old time trolley. Ride the rails through beautiful PA Dutch Farm lands. Special charter trips available. Open daily July & August. Weekends, March - June, September November. Kempton, PA near Route 22. - Telephone Number: (610) 434-2158 - Web: www.wknsrr.com

BLUE MOUNTAIN & READING NORTHERN RAILROAD - More info at www.readingnorthern.com

HISTORIC SITES

CONRAD WEISER HOMESTEAD - RD #1, Womelsdorf, PA - State Historic site, Colonial Home of PA's Ambassador to the Indians. Genealogical Library is open to the public. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Open Weekdays & Sunday - 8:30 to 5:00 pm. - Telephone Number: (610) 589-2934

DANIEL BOONE HOMESTEAD - U.S. Route 422, East of Reading - Birthplace of America’s greatest frontiersman. Administered by the PA Historical & Museum Commission. Guided tours of the Homestead. Closed Monday. Open Weekdays 9-5. Sunday 12-5. Tent Camping. - Telephone Number: (610) 582-4900

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BERKS COUNTY - 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, Pa - A complete story of our community’s progress in a areas - political, industrial, cultural, social and economic. Museum Tuesday - Saturday 9-4. Library, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 9-2. Closed Holidays and Holiday Weekends. - Telephone (610) 375-4375

HOPEWELL FURNACE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE - Located 6 miles south of Birdsboro on State Route 345. - National Historic site. Founded in 1770, the restored village presents an authentic picture of social, cultural, economic and industrial life of an iron-making community of early America. Open all year, except Christmas and New Year's Day. 9 am to 5 pm. Admission is free. - Telephone (610) 582-8773

READING PAGODA - Located atop Mt. Penn overlooking the city of Reading, PA. - This unique landmark is listed in the National Registrar of Historic Places. A gift shop, restaurant, exhibits and observation areas are available to the visitor. Open all year.. - Telephone (610) 375-6399

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ANGELICA PARK A 45 acre regional park south of Reading, PA offering boating, fishing, picnicking and sports facilities.

APPALACHIAN TRAIL This famous foot path, extending from Maine to Georgia, crosses beautiful northern Berks County on the crest of the Blue Mountains and offers a magnificent view of PA Dutch Farms.

BLUE MARSH RECREATION CENTER There are many pleasures to be enjoyed year-round including swimming, horseback riding and boating. Telephone (610) 376-6337

GRING’S MILL RECREATION CENTER Recreational facilities include a softball field and picnic area adjoining a ranch-theme play area for children. A game court features lighted volleyball and shuffleboard courts and horseshoe pits. Telephone: (610) 372-8939. Web: www.berksparkandrec.org/parks

GRUBER WAGON WORKS Berks County Heritage Center. A living example of the golden age of the American Craftsmen; preserved so that future generations might more fully understand and appreciate a small part of our nation's rich heritage. Telephone (610) 372-8939. Web: www.berksmuseums.org

HAWK MOUNTAIN SANCTUARY The wildlife refuge of 1,398 acres high atop the Blue Mountains north of Hamburg. Thousands of people visit Hawk Mountain annually to see the protected birds and animals and the natural beauty of the refuge. RD #2, Kempton PA. Telephone (610) 756-6961. Web: www.hawkmountain.org

KAERCHER CREEK PARK East of Hamburg along old Route 22, Park is developed around a 40 acre lake, complete with a fishing dock and boat launching ramp. Telephone Number: (610) 372-8939. Web: www.berksparkandrec.org/parks

NOLDE FOREST ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER The first state park devoted entirely to environmental education. Unique in history and natural features, 666 acres located in Cumru Township. Phone: (610) 775-1411.

READING PLANETARIUM 1211 Parkside Drive, adjacent to the Museum. A unique blend of theater arts, music and the science of astronomy. Light and sound presentation - winter 7:30 pm on Wednesday and Thursday. 2 and 3 pm on Sunday. Summer hours 1 pm daily. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Telephone: (610) 371-5850. Web: www.readingpublicmuseum.org.

READING PUBLIC MUSEUM & ART GALLERY 500 Museum Road, Wyomissing, PA. Noted for extensive collections in arts and sciences. Exhibits open during winter 9-5 daily, 9-12 Saturday, 2-5 Sunday. Summer (June-September) 9-4 daily, closed Saturday, 2-5 Sunday. Closed holidays (except Easter). Telephone: (610) 371-5850. Web: www.readingpublicmuseum.org.

STONECLIFF RECREATION AREA Facilities include three lighted tennis courts, two volleyball courts, a basketball court, combination football, soccer field, shuffleboard courts, bicycle course and picnic area. Telephone: (610) 372-8939. Web: www.berksparkandrec. org/parks

UNION CANAL TOWPATH TRAIL Five mile National Recreation Trail passes historic landmarks, including the reconstructed Union Canal Lock #47. Outdoor enthusiasts utilize the trail year-round for hiking, jogging, biking, skiing and bird watching. Telephone Number: (610) 372-8939. Web: www.berksparkandrec.org/parks

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ANTHRACITE MESEUM OF ASHLAND Pine and 17th Streets, Ashland, PA 17921. Phone: (570) 875-4708. The Museum focuses on the mining and processing of Anthracite. Displayed are miner's tools, machinery, medals and photographs. Small admission charge.

PIONEER TUNNEL COAL MINE AND STEAM TRAIN 19th & Oak Sts, Ashland, PA 17921. Phone: (570) 875-3850 or (570) 875-3301. Adjacent to the museum, this private enterprise operates a 30 minute ride on “The Steam Lokie”. Fee.

KNOEBEL’S AMUSEMENT PARK Elysburg, PA. Phone: 1-800-ITS-4FUN. Features campgrounds, waterslides, ferris-wheel and other amusements. Web: www.knoebels.com

BEAR CREEK SKI & RECREATION AREA 101 Doe Mountain Lane, Macungie, PA 18062. Phone: (610) 682-7100. Offers Summer Mountain Biking, and Winter Skiing. Web: www.skibearcreek.com

BLUE MARSH SKI AREA P.O. Box 609, Bernville, PA 19506. Phone: (610) 488-6399. Blue Marsh is a great place to learn how to ski or snowboard! All-inclusive packages will get you up on the snow at family-friendly prices. Tube park features a variety of rides from our Kinder Tube for the "littleins" to The Winding Wolverine for an ultimate adventure.

GENERAL INFORMATION

BERKS COUNTY Reading and Berks County Visitors Bureau 352 Penn St, Reading, PA 19602 Phone: (800) 443-6610 Web: www.readingberks.com

CARBON COUNTY Carbon County Tourist Promotion Agency Railroad Station, P.O. Box 90, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 Phone: (570) 325-3673 -or- (888) 546-8467

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY Schuylkill County Visitors Bureau 91 South Progress Ave, Pottsville, PA 17901 Phone: (800) 765-7282 Web: www.schuylkill.org

PENNSYLVANIA Pennsylvania Department of Tourism Phone: 1-800-VISITPA Web: www.experiencepa.com

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MAIL TO: Camp Promotions and Elections Committee Kittatinny Lodge #5 Hawk Mountain Council B.S.A. 5027 Pottsville Pike Reading, P A. 19605

WEB: Visit our web site at www.kittatinny5.org and go to our Camp Promotion & Elections committee page to enter the information online. Or go directly to www.kittatinny5.org/cpe/wtgcform.htm

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