Nestled among the towering pine trees, a little over two miles from the charming town of shaver lake and five miles from the lakeside spot of camp chawanakee, outdoor fun will always be easy to find. The primary coordinates for camp chawanakee places it within the ca 93664 zip code delivery area in the maps and aerial photos section below, youll find links to. Find camp chawanakee in shaver lake with address, phone number from yahoo us local. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u. Now yearround camping is available at camp chawanakee with the addition of 11 new log cabins. Shaver lake is an artificial lake on stevenson creek, in the sierra national forest of fresno county, california. Its one of the many coves at shaver lake, which is located in the sierra national forest in california. Cabins at camp chawanakee sequoia council boy scouts. Camp chawanakee, a boy scout camp run by the sequoia council, is held on a peninsula in the south of shaver lake. Camp chawanakee is covered by the shaver lake, ca us topo map quadrant. Dont miss this amazing eventtell a friendbring a friend.
Boy scouts dining hall at camp chawanakee, shaver metal. Our boy scout troop came up from san diego, which was a good haul in itself, but all considered. Welcome to the pride of the sequoia council, camp chawanakee. The camp has friendly and energetic staff that really want to both help the kids grow and. The shaver lake trophy trout project is a nonprofit organization to educate the public on fishing and make shaver lake a fishing destination.
Camp chawanakee is a cultural feature locale in fresno county. Camp chawanakee is a premier scout camp that offers units fun and engaging activies and reinforces the units own. Camp is about 1 hour east of fresno, ca following route 168 to shaver lake village. See the free topo map of camp chawanakee a locale in fresno county california on the shaver lake usgs quad map. Camp chawanakee topo map in fresno county, california. Camp chawanakee with an interactive map and directions. Camp chawanakee 43485 dinkey creek rd, shaver lake, ca yelp. The campground is located on the west shore of shaver lake. Brief video from my tent to above camp chawanakee and shaver lake using a dji spark. The beauty and majesty of shaver lake will act as a natural backdrop for an exceptional outdoor learning experience. It can be cooler in the early morning and evenings so be prepared for all kinds of weather including cold and rain. One look and youll see why vacationers visit to waterski, fish for trout and camp among the pines.
Bsa boy scouts scouting camping shaver lake sierra. Camp chawanakee bsa 43485 dinkey creek rd shaver lake, ca 93664 event resources. Once at shaver lake village, turn right onto dinkey creek road and. Our camp chawanakee staff is eager to help make your summer experience a rewarding and meaningful one.
Check for ratings on facilities, restrooms, and appeal. Camp chawanakee cultural feature locale in fresno county. It is owned and operated by sequoia council sc overview. Bsa\ camp chawanakee, 43485 dinkey creek rd, shaver lake, ca restaurant inspection findings and violations. Camp chawanakee has grown from a capacity of 100 scouts and no facilities to todays 4,400 scouts and scouters with complete array of permanent, upto. Camp chawanakee in shaver lake camp chawanakee 43485. Zillow has 80 homes for sale in shaver lake ca matching. Gift cards for camp chawanakee, 43485 dinkey creek rd, shaver lake, ca. California summer camps map of northern california. Camp chawanakee 43485 dinkey creek rd shaver lake, ca 93664 5598412117. Camp chawanakee is a bsa summer camp located on the shore of shaver lake in the sierra national forest, california. The camp is situated on the banks of shaver lake in the high sierras, and annually plays host to more than.
At the top of the four lane continue on for six miles until you arrive in the village of shaver lake. Our 252 campsites are available to the public, and theyre complete with electricity, free cable television service, and limited. Because camp chawanakee s family camp is located here. Boy scouts dining hall at camp chawanakee, shaver lake, california posted january 01, 2020. What to expect at camp chawanakee mark bachman, assistant scoutmaster camp chawanakee. The beauty and majesty of camp will act as a natural backdrop for an exceptional outdoor learning experience. We arrived at camp early on the afternoon of sunday, july 6, after a lengthy but comfortable bus ride, including the traditional stop at the innout in fresno.
Turn left onto the camp dirt road and travel till you come to a fork in the road. The weather at camp for most of the summer is sunny and warm. The days were filled with merit badges classes trail to. This historic camp was founded on shaver lake in 1946 by a grant from the federal government, the civilian conservation corps and southern california edison power company, and opened in 1947. Bsacamp chawanakee, 43485 dinkey creek rd, shaver lake. This does not include spending allowance for the boys. We built camp edison in 1963 in a pine forest on the western shores of shaver lake, california. Camp chawanakee sequoia council boy scouts of america. Camp is about 1 hour north east of fresno, ca following route 168 to shaver lake village. Camp is about 1 hour north east of fresno, ca following route 168 to shaver lake. Bsa troops from all over california attend each summer. Why do i refer to this lovely spot as camp chawanakee cove. X goes to camp chawanakee boy scout camp 2018 duration. Find chawanakee on the banks of shaver lake, a popular recreation destination in the sierra national forest.
Camp chawanakee shaver lake, ca 92017 peter starck. Camp chawanakee, which is run by the boy scouts of america, has two separate campgrounds. Our staff is well versed in the scouts bsa and venture programs. Camp edison is a premier campground with a wide variety of excellent amenities that rival many resorts. Camp chawanakee 43485 dinkey creek rd shaver lake ca 93664.
The 10th annual sportmans fundraising dinner and auction will be held in lyles lodge at camp chawanakee shaver lake, ca. Shaver lake real estate shaver lake ca homes for sale. Vintage boy scout 1951 camp chawanakee felt chief patch set of 3, shaver lake, ca. Camp chawanakee has grown from a capacity of 100 scouts and no facilities to todays 4400 scouts and scouters with complete group of permanent facilities. Camp edison is operation by southern california edison. Troop 3 will be attending summer camp in 2017 at shaver lake, camp chawanakee. Cabins at camp chawanakee sequoia council boy scouts of. This includes cost of summer camp, patches, travel to and from chawanakee. Camp chawanakee 43485 dinkey creek rd shaver lake, ca. In its design for a boy scouts dining hall at camp chawanakee, henderson architectural group inc.
Camp chawanakee was founded on shaver lake in 1946 by a grant from the federal government, the civilian conservation corps and southern california edison power company. Camp chawanakee topo map, fresno county ca shaver lake area. Have the best week ever at one of these chill summer camps. Camp chawanakee map fresno county, california mapcarta. Camp chawanakee is a premier scout camp that offers units fun and. California felt arrowheads at the best online prices at ebay. Your scout unit can spend a weekend or more on beautiful shaver lake located at the 5,200 ft elevation level in the central sierra. Get out on the lake to do some kayaking or fishing. Cabins at camp chawanakee sequoia council bsa serving.
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