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CAMP EMERALD BAY
Emerald Bay is located on Catalina Island, some 26 miles off of the Southern California coast. Nestled in the West End of the Island, this 88 acre camp tender's some of the best ocean camping at any Boy Scout Camp. In addition to the premiere Snorkeling, Kayaking, and Canoeing. Emerald Bay offers programs in Scoutcraft, Nature, Field sports, Handicraft, and High Adventure. During the summer months the camp is the location of a fully operational summer camp. Reservations are accepted for the off season - March through May and September through November.
Facilities: at the camp include 16 campsites of various sizes and 14 cabins sleeping 8 persons per cabin (bunks with mattresses provided). There are flush toilets, kybos, open-air showers and a 400 person capacity dinning hall. There is an Archery and Rifle/Shotgun Range (qualified supervision is required). A campfire circle with amphitheater is available. Opportunities for Hiking and Backpacking.
Camping: from the beginning of June through the beginning of September the camp is reserved as a summer camp (Reservations are taken in September for the following year. Get your reservations in early because it fills up fast!). During the rest of the season camp is available for all groups to enjoy.
High Adventure - Canoe Catalina: Take an incredible 5 day adventure paddling around the beautiful and rugged coast of Catalina Island. Spend nights under the stars and the days Snorkeling, Canoeing and Hiking the interior. If you are lucky you might see Bison, a Bald Eagle, Flying Fish, Dolphins, Seals and Sea Lions.
This program is set up for Scouts 14 years and older who are looking to canoe more than 50 miles. Scouts and earn the 50 Miler Award.

 CAMP WHITSETT
Camp Whitsett Home Site
Camp Whitsett is located in the rugged Kern River Country about 90 miles northeast of Bakersfield, 25 miles north of Lake Isabella. This 80 acre camp is nestled in the beautiful Sequoia National Monument. The camp is situated at 4300' and provides great outdoor adventure and the opportunity to organize activities in the area of Nature, Scoutcraft, Aquatics, Handicraft, Rock Climbing and Project C.O.P.E. (Challenging Outdoor Program Experience). During the summer months Camp Whitsett is the location of a fully operational Boy Scout Resident Camp. Reservations are accepted for the off season April through mid June and September through November.
Facilities: at the camp include 19 campsites of various sizes, all having kybos and showers facilities conveniently located. There is an Archery and a Rifle/Shotgun Range (qualified supervision is required). A campfire circle with amphitheater is available. Lake Ida is filled from Memorial Day until the end of summer. Canoes and Kayaks are available and White Water Rafting is available nearby on the Kern River. Opportunities for Hiking, Backpacking and Rock Climbing.
Camping: from mid June through mid August Whitsett is reserved as a summer camp (Reservations are taken in September for the following year). During the rest of the season the camp is available for all groups to enjoy.
High Adventure - Whitsett Sierra: Adventure at it's best. You and your crew can embark on a challenge that will be a Scouting memory to last a lifetime. Your trek will take you through majestic stands of 2,000 year old Giant Sequoias, ridges high above timberline with peaks towering above 14,000 feet and streams, filled with fish, that flow through Golden Trout Wilderness.
Two programs are offered; the High Sierra Trek and the High Adventure. All Scouts must be 14 years old or older. The High Adventure program will consist of 3 days of Backpacking, 1 day of White Water rafting, 1 day of Mountain Biking and 2 days of Rock Climbing. The High Sierra Trek program includes 5 days of Backpacking and 2 days of Rock Climbing.

 CAMP JOSEPHO
Camp Josepho is hidden away in Rustic Canyon of the Santa Monica Mountains near the beaches of the Pacific Palisades and Malibu. You would never know that Los Angeles could have a camp so close and yet feel so remote. Access is just off the 405 (San Diego) Freeway at Sunset Boulevard near the towns Brentwood and Santa Monica. The camp offers a traditional camp setting of years gone by featuring the Malibu Lodge, seat of the Order of the Arrow, and cow trails that follow the old creek bed to 16 campsites stretching through the canyon wilderness.
Facilities: The 16 campsites are supported by flush toilets and hot showers at the Olympic size Swimming Pool. Separate Range for BB shooting, Rifle and Archery and an outdoor setting for Campfires, Nature and Scoutcraft. There are plenty of trails for Hiking and Biking in the Santa Monica's.
Camping: There are many opportunities for all age groups to enjoy organized Scout Camping from the new Boy Scout, Webelos and Cub Scout Resident Camps to Junior Leader Training Conferences, and other weekend events.

 PARDEE SCOUT SEA BASE
One of the most unique facilities meeting the needs of Youth Groups. The base has become a center for outstanding and diverse programs ranging from harbor cruises, overnight camping and conducting Sea Camps to being a meeting place for local and regional conferences and seminars. The unique location in Marina del Ray near Burton Chase Park has made it a stand out in Los Angeles.
Group Boating: The Sea Base currently has the following equipment - Paddle Boats, Sailboats big and small, Kayaks, Rowboats, Canoes and Motorboats. The Sea Base is dedicated to giving all organized youth groups a better understanding of the ocean and it's multiple uses. As a recreational base Scouts will have the chance to find out how much fun the ocean can be.
Group Instruction: The Sea Base offers a wide variety of instruction in the following areas - Boat Safety, Rowing, Canoeing, Motor boating, Coast Guard Auxiliary, Basic Sailing and Advanced Sailing.
Group Meeting and Parties: The facility has 4 meeting rooms and can accommodate 100 people making it the perfect place for - Meeting, Roundtables. Campaign Kick-offs, Recognition Events, Training, Receptions and Seminars.

 CAMP WOLVERTON
Camp Wolverton is a base camp located three miles from the world famous Giant Forest of Giant Sequoias and two miles from the Lodge pole Visitor Center in the Sequoia National Monument at an elevation of 7200'. Allow at least 5 hours of driving time from San Fernando Valley. Plan to arrive before dark. Wolverton is a primitive camp with no electricity or RV hookups. A camp market and snack bar is located at nearby Lodge pole Campground.
Program: Troops use Wolverton in a variety of ways. Most use it as a base camp prior to leaving on a long-term hike. They usually spend a night or two in camp and head out on one of the many hiking trails. Camp is a quarter mile from most trail heads. Others spend an entire week in Camp and set up their own summer camp. Such troops use their adult and boy leaders to provide in-camp programs and the "Park Service Ranger Walks" to compliment the troop's program. Wilderness Press has two books published about hiking in this area.

Western Los Angeles County Council, Boy Scouts of America
16525 Sherman Way, Unit C-8, Van Nuys, CA 91406
(818) 785-8700

| CAMP EMERALD BAY | CAMP WHITSETT | CAMP JOSEPHO |
| PARDEE SEA BASE | CAMP WOLVERTON |

 

 

Boy Scouts of America - Western Los Angeles County Council - Antelope Valley District.

The Antelope Valley District Service Center is located at 42402 N. 10th Street West, Suite G - Lancaster, CA. 93534

Service Center is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Service Manager is available from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with lunch between 11:30 and 12:00.
Phone: (661) 942-0582 - Fax: (661) 723-1450 - E-Mail: AVService@bsa-la.org

The Antelope Valley Scout Shop is located at 42402 N. 10th Street West, Suite F - Lancaster, CA. 93534

The Scout Shop is open Monday - Friday, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm - Lunch 1:30-2:00.

Saturday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm - Lunch 1:00 pm-1:30 pm
Phone number: (661) 942-7820

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