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The
fun at the Curtis S. Read Scout Reservation continues throughout the winter.
A group or individuals may reserve any of the ten weekends from January
through March for exciting winter adventure. Ages 9 and above may attend.
The Activities are centered around Gore Mountain in North Creek, a short
ride from Camp Read. The mountain offers alpine skiing and riding for all
ability levels, cross country skiing or snow shoeing in their extensive back
country. Arrangement can be made for your group to participate in any of
these activities.
As a special treat our 3 day program, which is only offered the second
weekend, includes a day of skiing and riding at
one of Northeast’s premier resorts-Whiteface Mountain. With its long, steep
trails the “Olympic Mountain” is a challenge for any expert yet has many
excellent runs for the beginner and intermediate. (The pricing for
this weekend differs slightly from the regular weekends. Please see below
Program Dates.)
After your fun-filled day in the snow, enjoy a delicious meal prepared by
our chef and relax with a movie in our comfy farmhouse. Ice cream sundaes
mark the end of a perfect winter day.
The maximum number of participants we can transport for each trip is 22
but can accommodate a total of 35 people at our facilities. Many of the
trips tend to fill up quickly, so sign up early.
Contact us via email, SkiCamp campread.net,
to arrange for a reservation. Reservations will not be taken
over the phone.
Snow Sports Camp Flyer
2012 Program Dates Those weekends not marked "full", below, can accommodate more skiers. Contact the Camping Office or email for more information. Weekend Dates | Status | January 6-8 | Great weekend! Good conditions and tons of fun. | * January 13-16 | Skiied Gore, Whiteface, Gore. Frigid temps, but great conditions. | January 20-22 | Great skiing with new snow! Snowed Saturday with sun peeking out Sunday. | January 27-29 | Gore was amazing! Beautiful weather, great trail conditions, and fun people. | February 3-5 | Very nice skiing, lots of new snow on the trails this weekend. | February 10-12 | This weekend was awesome! Cold, but good snow cover. Look forward to more skiing in 2 weeks! | February 24-26 | Full | March 2-4 | Full | March 9-11 | 13 Spaces Available | March 16-18 | 15 Spaces Available |
Information last updated: 2/16/2012 10:24:05 PM
Programs
Each weekend trip consists of day and a
half of skiing at Gore Mountain. The Yukons leave from the
Council Service Center (Rt. 9A
Hawthorne) at 5:00 p.m. Friday and return by 8:00 p.m. on Sunday night.
*The three day holiday weekend trip, which
is only January 13-16, consists of one and a half days of skiing at Gore
Mountain and one full day of skiing at Whiteface. The Yukons leave from
Council Service Center (Rt. 9A
Hawthorne) at 5:00 p.m. Friday night and return by 8:00 p.m. Monday night.
2012 Rates
Program |
Youth
Ages 9-17 |
Adult
Ages 18+ |
Adult - Non skiing |
Regular 2-Day Weekend |
$210 |
$225 |
$100 |
*3-Day Holiday Weekend |
$270 |
$285 |
$125 |
Reservations & Payments
• Units will be reserved on a first come, first serve basis.
• A non-refundable $50.00 deposit per person is required upon registration.
No units will be registered without this deposit
• Final Payment is due than later than 30 days prior to departure.
Fees subject to change depending on fuel costs and/or lift fee increases.
Payments should be made payable to and sent to:
Westchester-Putnam Council, BSA
41 Saw Mill River Rd
Hawthorne, NY 10532-1519
Note "Ski Camp" on the payment.
All Trips Include:
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Transportation: To and from Council Service Center (Rt 9A, Hawthorne). Special arrangements can be made for pickups north of Westchester County.
Three 8-passenger GMC Yukons are provided for transportation. There are
22 seats available in these vehicles. Please let us
know upon reservation how many of your group will be using the Council
vehicles. You may use your own transportation, if desired. A discount is
offered, providing the Council vehicles are full or not used. Special pick-up
and drop off locations can be arranged, please call ahead.
Lodging: Two separate lodging facilities are
available, both are comfortable and fully
heated. The Farmhouse has 2 bedrooms with a total of 12 Bunks and 2 full
bathrooms. This is where the dining facilities and staff housing are
located. The Log Cabin is located up the
road from the Farmhouse. It features dorm style
accommodations that sleeps 23 and has 2 full bathrooms.
Meals: All meals are provided including a bag lunch
each day and evening snacks.
Meals are wholesome and plentiful and are prepared by a professional chef. Dinner on Friday is on your own, but we will stop on the way
to camp.
Ski Staff: A mature and experienced staff is provided
for each trip. All groups must have sufficient adult leadership. The staff
can provide leadership for individual campers. A leader’s guide is issued
to the group leaders at registration and a safety orientation is provided
to all upon arrival at Camp.
Ski Orientation: A get-acquainted ski orientation session
will be given to all new skiers who desire it. Professional ski classes are available at
an extra charge from the ski area.
Lift Tickets: Full mountain, all day lift tickets are included in the
registration fee.
Individuals or small groups are encouraged to attend. Most weekends will have
some available spaces.
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"A" indicates Read Scout Reservation farmhouse. Gore Mountain is located on the left side of the map.
Gore Mountain Ski Center
Gore Mountain Ski Center is just 40 minutes from camp. Beginners and intermediate skiers
are in their glory with over 65% of the terrain designated as Easiest or More Difficult.
Experts are also challenged on new runs: The Rumor, Lie, Fairview, and the
wooded Glades besides Hawkeye, Upper Darby, and the infamous Hullabaloo. Gore's
facilities are hard to beat, with an expanded base lodge, gondola and eight other lifts.
Whiteface Mountain
Whiteface Mountain
at Lake Placid hosted the 1932 and 1980 Olympics. Intermediate and expert skiers will find challenges on
the many steep and smooth runs. Beginners will find plenty of skiing to fit their ability.
The drive to Whiteface is about one and half hours from camp.
Rental Equipment
You may bring your own equipment or rent it from the mountain at a
discounted rate.
Equipment List
The following is a suggested equipment list:
- Warm jacket
- Gloves
- Sleeping bag and pillow
- Skis/board/boots/poles
- Pajamas
- Snow pants or other waterproof pants
- Underwear
- Wool hat
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- Towels
- Extra shirts and pants
- Sweater or sweat shirts
- Longjohns
- Boots and sneakers
- Toilet Kit
- Extra socks
- Small duffel bag or day pack
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