Description of Camp Facilities

Large Pavilion – Inside

The large pavilion has an enclosed air-conditioned and heated area that includes a kitchen, craft room, sleeping quarters, and a first-aid station.  A covered outdoor seating area is connected to the kitchen.  

The kitchen has the following features: four-burner propane gas stove with grill and oven, four-foot electric griddle, 1 chest freezer, 3 upright freezers, 7 refrigerators, 1 microwave, 1 toaster, 6 stainless steel preparation tables, 2 additional small stainless steel tables, 1 ice maker, 2 triple sinks, mop-sink, dry food storage room, sound equipment closet, half-bath, wall cabinets, and tiled flooring.  There are also 2 large roll-up serving doors to the covered outdoor seating area. 

Note: The kitchen is equipped with cooking and serving utensils.  Campers must bring their own dish soap, sanitizing bleach, dishcloths, napkins, dishes, eating utensils, and linens for the single beds.    

The camp provides chemical cleaners, rubber gloves, paper towels, trash bags, toilet tissue, hand soap in dispensers, mops, mop bucket, and brooms.  Supplies are stored in the utility room between the toilets and showers of the bathhouses and in the kitchen of the large pavilion.  Campers must bring their own rags, cloths, and sponges for cleaning and washing dishes. 

Large Pavilion – Outside

The large pavilion extends from the kitchen to a covered outdoor seating area.  There are two large roll-up doors with counters to serve food from the kitchen.  There are enough tables and chairs to sit approximately 250 people.  The tables and chairs are stored in a closet at the end of the large pavilion.  The seating area has florescent lighting and fans.  There are also two  wall-mounted bulletin boards for posting information.  An outside cooking grill is being constructed for use in summer 2010.  

Large Pavilion Amphitheater

An amphitheater is located beside the open covered area of the large pavilion.  This is an ideal setting for skits and other presentations.  There is seating for about 200 people.  There is space above the amphitheater for additional camp chair seating.  There is a portable sound system in the sound equipment closet just inside the kitchen.  Microphones and microphone stands are provided.  There are also RCA inputs for CD or cassette players.  

Bathhouses

Two bathhouses are located between the large pavilion and cabins.  Each has 6 toilets and 3 sinks.  There are 5 private showers in the main shower room and an additional room with 2 private showers.  Each building has a separate handicap restroom with a shower.  During Young Women camp, the brethren can use one of these handicap restrooms.

Note: Chemical cleaning supplies for the bathhouses, mops, mop buckets, and rubber gloves are provided by the camp.  Toilet paper, trash can liners, paper towels, and hand soap are also provided.  Supplies are stored in the utility room between the toilets and showers and in the large pavilion kitchen.  Stakes must bring their own rags, cloths, and sponges for cleaning. 

Campers must bring their own facial and bath soap, shampoo, and other personal and feminine hygiene items.  Glass containers should never be used in the showers and other areas of the bathhouses. 

Used feminine hygiene products should be disposed of in the provided bags in each bathroom stall and thrown in the trash can, NOT in the toilets! 

Cabins

The camp has a total of 24 cabins.  Each cabin has 5 bunk beds to accommodate 10 persons.  The cabins are arranged into five clusters, four clusters with 5 cabins and one cluster with 4 cabins.  Each cluster of cabins has its own cooking pavilion.  Each cabin has a ceiling fan with light, two windows with screens, a door with windows, and a screened door.  There are no electrical outlets. 

Note: Heaters of any type (electric, propane, gas, kerosene, etc.) are not permitted in the cabins or any other buildings.

Campers must bring their own sleeping bags and bedding pads or air mattresses.  

Each cluster of cabins has one covered cooking pavilion.  There is a laundry style sink with cold water only, a stainless steel table, and a storage area with shelving and a refrigerator/freezer at both ends of each pavilion.  There are 4 picnic tables in the first cooking pavilion and 6 picnic tables in the other four cooking pavilions.  

            Note: Please bring your own utensils, propane grill, supplies, and other equipment required to cook and serve your food.  Utensils and equipment from the large pavilion are not to be removed and used at any other areas of the camp.  Picnic tables are not to be removed out from the cooking pavilions.  

Cleaning solutions and rubber gloves needed to clean the sinks and stainless steel tables are provided by the camp and are kept in each pavilion.  Backup supplies are kept in the utility room between the toilets and showers of the bathhouses and in the main kitchen.  Campers must bring their own rags, cloths, and sponges for cleaning and washing dishes.  There are also a broom and dustpan at each pavilion.

Flagpole Courtyard 

A flagpole is located in the middle of the camp in a stone courtyard with a water fountain off to the side.  There is seating space for approximately 30 people and there is ample space around the outside of the courtyard for groups to gather for flag ceremonies.  A U.S. flag is provided by the camp and is kept with a key to the flagpole in the sound equipment closet in the large pavilion kitchen.  Please fold the flag properly and return it with the key to the closet before departing from camp.    

Activity Field  

A flat, grass field measuring about 40 x 60 yards will be available for use beginning in 2011 for outdoor activities such as softball, soccer, and field games.  The field is located close to the lake and is in view from the main camp across the road.  A volleyball court is set up next to the high ropes course and rappelling tower.  

Primitive Camping  

Two large primitive campsites are available north of the main camp in the wooded area across the creek.  Tent camping outside of any of these designated areas is strictly prohibited.  All fires must be maintained in the fire rings provided.  Additional fire rings must never be built.  Do not cut any live plants or trees.  There is plenty of dead wood available for fires.    

Two port-o-potties are stationed a short distance from the campsites.  Toilet paper and hand sanitizer are provided by the camp.  Supplies are kept in the utility room between the toilets and showers of the bathhouses and in the main kitchen.  

Rustic Amphitheater  

Located in the primitive area north of the camp buildings is an outdoor amphitheater with a fire ring that seats approximately 175 people.  There is space on one side of the amphitheater for additional camp chair seating.  Using the camp's portable PA system that runs on a provided battery, it makes an ideal setting for testimony and other meetings.  The PA system is stored in the sound equipment closet in the large pavilion kitchen.     

Hiking Trails   

Campers are encouraged to use the hiking trails winding throughout the wooded area of the camp.  Stay on these clearly marked trails, be alert, and observe safe hiking practices.  There are several dangerously large drop-offs from hillsides, rocks, and cliffs.  Some, but not all of these trails have white strap fencing to identify these areas.  Be especially cautious at dark and do not wander off the marked trails.  

Lake (Water Activities) and Pavilion

There is a seven acre lake with a pier for water activities such as swimming and canoeing.  4 sixteen-foot canoes w/ oars, 2 paddle-boats, a floating dock, a “buddy board”, 2 lifeguard stands, and life-preservers are provided by the camp.  Swimming and boating areas are marked with ropes and buoys. 

There is a covered open-air pavilion by the water that measures 12’x24’.  There are several benches for seating underneath its roof. 

Note: Users must provide their own certified lifeguard. 

High Ropes Course, Rappelling Tower, and Zip-Line

The camp has a challenging high ropes course with a 300 foot zip-line.  There is also a 40 foot rappelling tower with a 20 foot climbing wall.  Safety harnesses and helmets are provided by the camp.  Safety harnesses and helmets are provided by the camp.  

Note: Users must have camp trained supervision to use the course.  Training is provided by the camp annually in May and will be posted on the camp calendar.  Stake presidents are also provided with this information.  

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