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'''Hawk Mountain Camp''' is a private [[Boy Scouts of America|Boy Scout]] camp located in East Brunswick Township, Pennsylvania, outside the Borough of New Ringgold, Pennsylvania. The camp is operated by the volunteers of [[Oreland Boy Scout Troop 1]] and is curently a year-round facility. The camp is 17.52 acres, and is 21.28 acres if you include the railroad right of way. The camp is a 3 mile hike from the Appalachian Trail and the Hawk Mountain Bird Sanctuary. <ref>Schuylkill County Recorder of Deeds, Book #1093, pages 745-749</ref> | '''Hawk Mountain Camp''' is a private [[Boy Scouts of America|Boy Scout]] camp located in East Brunswick Township, Pennsylvania, outside the Borough of New Ringgold, Pennsylvania. The camp is operated by the volunteers of [[Oreland Boy Scout Troop 1]] and is curently a year-round facility. The camp is 17.52 acres, and is 21.28 acres if you include the railroad right of way. The camp is a 3 mile hike from the [[Appalachian Trail]] and the Hawk Mountain Bird Sanctuary. <ref>Schuylkill County Recorder of Deeds, Book #1093, pages 745-749</ref> | ||
The camp exists to develop the leadership of the scouts in a rustic environment. The camp has no electricity or running water and continues to be largely undeveloped. The camp allows scouts to explore the natural environment, develop self-relience, and allows thems to discover and learn new skills.<ref>*http://www.oreland1.org/hawkmountain.html</ref> | The camp exists to develop the leadership of the scouts in a rustic environment. The camp has no electricity or running water and continues to be largely undeveloped. The camp allows scouts to explore the natural environment, develop self-relience, and allows thems to discover and learn new skills.<ref>*http://www.oreland1.org/hawkmountain.html</ref> | ||
== Features == | ==Features== | ||
=== Boundaries === | ===Boundaries=== | ||
The camp lies between two landmarks. To the North is Indian Run Road, (or Township Road 755) a light-duty paved road. To the South is an old Lehigh Valley Railroad branch line embankment.<ref>New Ringgold 7.5 Minute Quadrangle, Department of the Interior, USGS.</ref> This branch line was built in he 1890's and ran from Lizard Creek Junction (near Lehighton) to Blackwood (near Tremont). There are two stone arch bridges at either end of the camp that span the Indian Run as it enters and exits the camp. | The camp lies between two landmarks. To the North is Indian Run Road, (or Township Road 755) a light-duty paved road. To the South is an old Lehigh Valley Railroad branch line embankment.<ref>New Ringgold 7.5 Minute Quadrangle, Department of the Interior, USGS.</ref> This branch line was built in he 1890's and ran from Lizard Creek Junction (near Lehighton) to Blackwood (near Tremont). There are two stone arch bridges at either end of the camp that span the Indian Run as it enters and exits the camp. | ||
=== Natural Features === | ===Natural Features=== | ||
The Indian Run (a tributary to the Little Schuylkill River) bisects the camp. It is the main feature of the camp and was one of the reasons why the camp was established there. Its average daily discharge was measured to be 15 cubic feet per second (0.4 m³/s).<ref>Penzone, J. M. (2003) "Climate and Its Effects on Stream Flow in the Appalachian Physiographic Province". Unpublished Paper, West Chester University.</ref> The estimated discharge at flood stage is approximately 85 ft³/s (2.4 m³/s) and the highest estimated discharge, observed in August 2004, was 250 ft³/s (7 m³/s). | The Indian Run (a tributary to the Little Schuylkill River) bisects the camp. It is the main feature of the camp and was one of the reasons why the camp was established there. Its average daily discharge was measured to be 15 cubic feet per second (0.4 m³/s).<ref>Penzone, J. M. (2003) "Climate and Its Effects on Stream Flow in the Appalachian Physiographic Province". Unpublished Paper, West Chester University.</ref> The estimated discharge at flood stage is approximately 85 ft³/s (2.4 m³/s) and the highest estimated discharge, observed in August 2004, was 250 ft³/s (7 m³/s). | ||
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There are maintained grassy fields that were once fallow. These fields are utilized as tenting areas, parade activity fields, and parade grounds. The rest of the camp is forested with White Ash, Eastern White Pine, and American Sycamore trees as the dominant speice. The camp also has two state threatened American Holly trees. | There are maintained grassy fields that were once fallow. These fields are utilized as tenting areas, parade activity fields, and parade grounds. The rest of the camp is forested with White Ash, Eastern White Pine, and American Sycamore trees as the dominant speice. The camp also has two state threatened American Holly trees. | ||
=== Structures === | ===Structures=== | ||
The main structure up at camp is 48 foot by 48 foot (14.6 by 14.6 meters) 'pavilion' or main cabin. This cabin was completed for use in November 2006 after the previous cabin burned to the ground. The cabin features a dual fireplace, large kitchen and prep area with a twelve burner and 2 ft X 3 ft(61 by 91.5 cm) griddle, and three ovens. There are two iceboxes, seating for over 100 people, and a wood burning stove. In warmer months, the cabin is left open with no windows or doors and in the winter, plastic enclosures and doors are put in place. | The main structure up at camp is 48 foot by 48 foot (14.6 by 14.6 meters) 'pavilion' or main cabin. This cabin was completed for use in November 2006 after the previous cabin burned to the ground. The cabin features a dual fireplace, large kitchen and prep area with a twelve burner and 2 ft X 3 ft(61 by 91.5 cm) griddle, and three ovens. There are two iceboxes, seating for over 100 people, and a wood burning stove. In warmer months, the cabin is left open with no windows or doors and in the winter, plastic enclosures and doors are put in place. | ||
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A 174 ft (53 m) deep well is next to the main cabin. | A 174 ft (53 m) deep well is next to the main cabin. | ||
== History == | ==History== | ||
=== Early Beginnings === | ===Early Beginnings=== | ||
In September 1961, the land that would become the Camp was purchased for the price of $100 per acre. The orginial estimated total acrage of the land at the time was 15 acres.<ref>Schuylkill County Recorder of Deeds. Record 166, pages 274-278, November 11, 1961.</ref> Construction immediately began on a stone fireplace, a bridge over the Indian Run, and a 40 ft by 16 ft Main Cabin. These structures were completed in time on August 4, 1962 for the 1st annual Hawk Mountain Summer Camp was. Seven areas were also cleared for campsites and a well was dug prior to the trip.<ref>"Oreland Scouts Camp at Hawk Mountain", <i>Springfield Sun</i>, August 30, 1962.</ref> | In September 1961, the land that would become the Camp was purchased for the price of $100 per acre. The orginial estimated total acrage of the land at the time was 15 acres.<ref>Schuylkill County Recorder of Deeds. Record 166, pages 274-278, November 11, 1961.</ref> Construction immediately began on a stone fireplace, a bridge over the Indian Run, and a 40 ft by 16 ft Main Cabin. These structures were completed in time on August 4, 1962 for the 1st annual Hawk Mountain Summer Camp was. Seven areas were also cleared for campsites and a well was dug prior to the trip.<ref>"Oreland Scouts Camp at Hawk Mountain", <i>Springfield Sun</i>, August 30, 1962.</ref> | ||
A tremendous amount of work was completed after the first Summer Camp. The two ponds were created, four [[lean-tos]] were constructed for the staff, and all of the campsites were formally established with fireplaces and picnic tables. Several flood control devices and bridges were added around the main use area. In August 1969, the first [[camporee]] at Hawk Mountain Camp with [[Scouts Canada|Canadian Scouts]] from [[Toronto | A tremendous amount of work was completed after the first Summer Camp. The two ponds were created, four [[lean-tos]] were constructed for the staff, and all of the campsites were formally established with fireplaces and picnic tables. Several flood control devices and bridges were added around the main use area. In August 1969, the first [[camporee]] at Hawk Mountain Camp with [[Scouts Canada|Canadian Scouts]] from [[Toronto]]'s North Peel District was held.<ref>"Oreland Boy Scouts Host Canadian Scouts", <i>Springfield Sun</i>, September 4, 1969.</ref> The dedication of the Memorial Chapel to honor former troop member Lt. David R. Wilson who was killed (and listed as missing) in the Vietnam War also occured.<ref>http://vets.appliedphysics.swri.edu/statewall/penn/pa_page139.htm</ref> | ||
=== Establishment === | ===Establishment=== | ||
The troop formally started to offer other troops in the area to utilze the camp at this time. Many Philadelphia area troops, as well as local units began camping at Hawk Mountain in steady numbers. The troop decided to construct three additional lean-tos at the established campsites to better serve those utilizing the camp. A formal campfire site was also established for ceremonies. | The troop formally started to offer other troops in the area to utilze the camp at this time. Many Philadelphia area troops, as well as local units began camping at Hawk Mountain in steady numbers. The troop decided to construct three additional lean-tos at the established campsites to better serve those utilizing the camp. A formal campfire site was also established for ceremonies. | ||
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Trails winding through the areas less traveled have been constructed over the years. A memorial nature trail and a boardwalk through the swamp have all been completed to allow the visitor a glimpse into these often inaccessable areas. | Trails winding through the areas less traveled have been constructed over the years. A memorial nature trail and a boardwalk through the swamp have all been completed to allow the visitor a glimpse into these often inaccessable areas. | ||
== See Also == | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Scouting in Pennsylvania]] | * [[Scouting in Pennsylvania]] | ||
== External links == | ==External links== | ||
== References == | ==References== | ||
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[[Category:Scout and Guide campsites in USA]] | |||
