July 18 - July 28, 2007
Advance Camp: July 18 - July 21
Summer Camp: July 21 - July 28
Sawmill is located north
of Yuba Pass in the Sierra Nevada mountains at 6,200 feet.
It
is a glacier
fed, constant-level reservoir with clear, refreshing water
and a breathtaking view of the mountains.
Accessible
via Truckee (40 miles from Sawmill including 6 miles of
gravel road)
Elevation: 6,200 feet
Water level: constant
Ham radio access: full signal
Summer camp offers
the scouts the opportunity to experience the wilderness,
work with others in patrols,
earn merit badges
and advance in rank. Swimming and canoeing are offered and
encouraged—summer camp offers a great opportunity for
both.
The scouts take a
5 mile hike in the Sierra, learn orienteering,
first aid, life saving, pioneering, cooking, nature, basketry
and other skills. There are patrol contests such as canoe races,
wood chopping and the two-man saw. The scouts enjoy games like
two-ball and the very popular white bomb.
Parents are encouraged to join us at
summer camp—it’s
a great experience for all!
