Camp Everglades

Little is known of this South Florida Council Camp ... in the Everglades

 The only private camping area in the National Everglades Park this unusual National Pine Hammock shelter is a 253 acre wonderland.

 This primitive campground has eight campsites, a main campfire arena, and pump wells.

 Each site has an open shelter with patrol tables and a fire area .. water and latrine facilities at each site (not always available).

 Located just inside the National Park entrance - Camp Everglades is a primitive type camp area ... all equipment and supplies need to be carried in... Remember that this is the Everglades, so be prepared for insects and animals.

A large area has also been cleared for activities. Troops may also visit the Royal Palm Visitors Station via hiking or bicycling.

The Pine Hammock also provides an excellent wild life area for Scoutcraft Program ... flowers, animals, insects, reptiles and water fowl are abundant in their season.

Reservations are made through the Council Office - Tour permit required for admission to the Park System.

Camp Everglades Guidelines for Use

All units will be expected to adhere to these policies. Any unit grossly abusing these guidelines will be politely asked to leave the property.

Your cooperation with these guidelines is appreciated by all.

Parking: All motor vehicles are to be parked in the designated parking area only. Driving directly into the camping area is not permitted at any time. Recreational vehicles and trailer campers are permitted in the designated parking area only. NO hook ups are available.

 

Fishing: All fishing activities must be in accordance with current State and Federal fishing regulations. If you intend on fishing, please check in theme regulations as they frequently change.

Fires/Firewood: Please build your fires in the designated area only. Never leave a fire unattended. When completed extinguish completely. Units planning a campfire should bring their own firewood. All camp vegetation is off limits for sources of firewood. Please, no chain saws.

Ditching Tents is not permitted. "Proper pitching avoids ditching"

Fireworks/Firearms are prohibited, nothing less.

Pets are not permitted.

First Aid: Your unit is required to have a first aid kit available for emergencies.

Alcoholic Beverages are not permitted at any scouting function.

Your Units Responsibility

  1. Provide responsible two deep adult leadership during all times that your unit is in camp. Co-Ed units must provide adequate co-ed leadership.
  2. Police campsite thoroughly prior to your units departure.
  3. Assist in cleaning the facilities that your unit used during your stay at Camp Everglades.
  4. Take full responsibility for any damages that were caused by the misuse of your unit.

CAMP EVERGLADES REGISTRATION PROCEDURES

Reservations for Camp Everglades should be done at least two months in advance of your scheduled dated of attendance. Upon submitting a Local Tour Permit a $15.00 non-refundable camp fee per site is due with your reservation.

South Florida Council - S.F.C. units planning overnight camping activities at Camp Everglades will need to reserve a site through the South Florida Council office. Telephone (305) 364-0020. Address: 15255 N.W. 82 Ave., Miami Lakes, FL 33016. office hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm weekdays.

F E E S

South Florida Council - $15.00 per site payment should be made directly to the South Florida Council office when registering
Scout use by registered Scouts & Leaders: $2.50 daily per person, $5.00 weekend
Out of council Scout use by registered Scouts & Leaders: $5.00 daily per person, $10.00 weekend.
Other youth groups for non-scout usage: $7.50 daily per person, $15.00 weekend.
Shelter Rental: $30.00 per weekend.

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Created on Thursday, 26 Dec 1996 at 12:06:33 Hours.
Last Updated by Jess Olonoff    Tuesday, 21 May, 2002 17:32 Hours