Schedule

9:00 – 9:45am: Check-in and breakfast
10:00am SHARP: Hikes begin

Hike Choices:

Beacon Firetower:  Difficulty Level is challenging, including several steep inclines. The Firetower has a range of view of approximate 75 Miles or greater in clear weather and has been a treasured hiking destination for years.  You MUST be able to hike up a steep hill for 20 minutes without getting out of breath. If you cannot do this, please choose a less strenuous option.

Bald Spot:  A popular hike among summer campers, this hike gives you a birds’ eye view of camp.  If it’s quiet enough and you are loud enough, you can call down to people in camp and hear them call back!  The rocky “bald spot” is also a great place to have lunch, take photos, and enjoy the view.  This is an ideal hike for beginners, with mild inclines most of the way up.  

Hinterlands:  Another popular hike among summer campers, this is a relatively short hike with significant inclines most of the way up.  Starting from the Highlands Unit and going up past camp’s high ropes course, this mostly-shaded path continues uphill for about 15-20 minutes.  Reaching the “top of the rock” is the perfect time to enjoy picturesque views, take memorable photos, and have lunch.

Cornish Discovery:  Learn about and visit our historic Northgate ruins led by local expert, Thom Johnson. Thom will share images of the original Cornish estate and impart his knowledge about its fascinating history and connection to camp.  Thom will also show participants recent developments and clean-up efforts, and the new informational placards in the area.  Difficulty level ranges from rustic, unleveled roads to mild inclines.

Please Remember

• Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
• A brown-bag lunch and snacks are strongly suggested.
• All participants must bring an ample supply of water and canteens/water bottles.
• Dress in layers. It can be quite chilly in the morning, and will likely warm up throughout the day.
• Bring a camera for great photo opportunities!