Summer Camp 2008

Summer Camp August 12-16

COLTON GUARD STATION (UT), UT Ashley national Forrest

Description:
This Forest Service cabin is located in the Colton Hollow area, approximately 5 miles west of US Highway 191, near Vernal, UT on the Ashley National Forest. Colton Guard Station was built in 1933 and served as the summer residence for Forest rangers who patrolled the Ashley National Forest on horseback prior to the age of modern vehicles. With the onset of modern vehicles equipped with four-wheel drive, cabins such as Colton became used less frequently for administrative purposes. The Ashley National Forest, Vernal Ranger District, has chosen to rent this Guard Station to the public so that they can enjoy a rustic experience similar to the first rangers. During the warm season (Mid-June to Mid-September), this cabin has running water, a flush toilet, and a shower. The kitchen has all basic amenities including sink, propane stove/oven, refrigerator, table, and four chairs. There is a basic assortment of pots, pans, dishes, and utensils, but bringing your own supplies is always a good idea. There is a combination grill and fire ring located outside. The cabin has a wood-burning stove as a heat source. The operable amenities are an outdoor vault toilet, propane cook stove, and a wood-burning stove for heat. There is one bunk bed (2 twin-size) and one futon (double) in the cabin that will sleep four people. No linens, bedding, or pillows are provided. Level parking is provided for a maximum of 2 RV / camp-trailers. There is ample room for tent camping outside.

Activities: Launching our 15’ boat, Complete our Composite Materials, Woodworking, Motorboating and Fishing Merit Badges. Rank advancements.

Archery contests and shooting. Hiking, Astronomy, Cooking.

Movie night with the digital projector. Cooking, Games, Nature Hikes, Animal Watching, Eating and Sleeping.

We need a $20.00 deposit by July 1 to secure your reservation.