September has been a very busy month at Pico. Here's a summary:
August 30-September 2: Labor Day Weekend Scout Retreat - Over 300 scouts, parents, and leaders enjoyed an amazing weekend at Pico. See previous post for full summary.
September 6-7: OA Vigil Honor Ceremony
September 14: "Beaver Party" (volunteer maintenance) - Finished renovation of recognition center, checked water system, seasonal removal of fish ladder
September 13-15: Dad and Lad - "Partners in Crime" weekend for Cub Scouts and their dads.
September 20-22: Mountain Man Rendezvous - Pico Blanco was transported back to the 1840's. Scouts shot black powder rifles, threw tomahawks, lit fires with flint and steel, and dressed and camped like trappers.
On top of those scheduled Council events, several troops had their own campouts at Pico Blanco this month. You can always arrange to use the Camp here: http://www.camppicoblanco.org/files/Pico_Year_Round_Reservation_Form_2013.pdf
You can also reserve a parking permit and use Pico Blanco as a trailhead here: http://fs10.formsite.com/svmbc/form196/index.html
We want as many Scouts as possible to experience Pico and it is our pleasure to welcome you year round.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
"A Scout is Cheerful": Labor Day 2013 a Success!
Over Labor Day weekend, Pico Blanco welcomed over 300 Scouts, leaders, and parents for a celebration of the end of summer. Scouts participated in a wide range of activities including swimming, boating, nature hikes, a star trek, archery, rifle and BB shooting, and handicraft activities. In addition, many Scouts participated in dayhikes to Pioneer Camp, Fish Camp, Little Sur Camp, and Skinner Ridge as well as backpack trips to Fox Camp and Mt. Pico Blanco. The late summer sunset from Mt. Pico Blanco was breathtaking!
Saturday night, the Pico staff put on a campfire program that only Pico staff could do. The program consisted a mix of skits and songs from both staff and campers all tied into a central story line. It was great to see the campfire bowl as full as it was.
From the smiles on everyone's faces, both campers and staff, one had sufficient proof that "A Scout is Cheerful."
Plans are already being made for Memorial Day. We plan to expand our hike offerings, including more backpack trips for Troops and Venture Crews, and offer more activities in the program areas.
We look forward to serving you soon.
Saturday night, the Pico staff put on a campfire program that only Pico staff could do. The program consisted a mix of skits and songs from both staff and campers all tied into a central story line. It was great to see the campfire bowl as full as it was.
From the smiles on everyone's faces, both campers and staff, one had sufficient proof that "A Scout is Cheerful."
Plans are already being made for Memorial Day. We plan to expand our hike offerings, including more backpack trips for Troops and Venture Crews, and offer more activities in the program areas.
We look forward to serving you soon.
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
Labor Day Hikes
Pico Blanco will be offering guided hikes for Scouts of all ages and abilities over Labor Day! Click the following link for more information:
http://svmbc.org/svmbc/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/LaborDayHikes.pdf
This is part of the greater Labor Day Family Camp. For more information, visit http://www.camppicoblanco.org.
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Level IV Fire Restrictions in the Los Padres National Forest
A small fire on the other side of the Santa Lucia Mountains in the Tassajara Creek area reminds us that it is fire season and that it's been a dry year. The Los Padres National Forest has raised fire restrictions to Level IV. Note: These apply on forest lands, not inside Pico Blanco Scout Reservation. Please inquire about fire restrictions from council personnel.
The full order can be read here: http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/lpnf/news-events/?cid=STELPRDB5428916
Here is a summary:
-Campfires (open flame) are prohibited anywhere in the National Forest, including developed campgrounds.
-Gas stoves are only permitted in certain developed campgrounds.
-No gas stoves in the backcountry; cold camping only.
Thank you for abiding by these policies. We do not want another 2008 to be caused by humans. Let nature start it's own fires.
ONLY YOU CAN PREVENT FOREST FIRES!
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Fire Restrictions
Due to dry conditions, campfires are not permitted in the backcountry of the Los Padres National Forest effective May 17 and through the summer. If you would like to use a stove while backpacking, please print out and complete a California Campfire Permit and carry it with you.
We all remember the Basin Complex Fire of 2008 which forced the camp to be closed for a year. While fire plays a vital role in the ecosystems of Central California, we all are challenged by the Outdoor Code to be careful with fire.
We all remember the Basin Complex Fire of 2008 which forced the camp to be closed for a year. While fire plays a vital role in the ecosystems of Central California, we all are challenged by the Outdoor Code to be careful with fire.
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