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History of Camp Achewon

   CAMP ACHEWON

 

Camp Achewon is Troop 281’s frequent campsite for outings.  It is located on private property north of Batavia owned by Mr. Tom Schimpff at 5042 State Route 222.  The campsite layout was designed by the PLC in the early 2000s.  The map below is from the original plan.  The rules of use are below, and can be downloaded as a PDF.

 

In the winter of 2001, several Scouts from Troop 281 got together and over a 6 month period prepared a presentation to Mr. Thomas F. Schimpff to propose developing the majority of his undeveloped farm land into a camp for the troop to use in the development of patrol and troop spirit.  Mr. Schimpff’’s land is located just north of Batavia.  Mr. Schimpff approved the proposal and today the camp includes a patrol campsite for each patrol that meets the patrol camping requirements (see troop website Resources tab).  The goals of the original Scouts remain at the forefront of the Achewon theme:  Have fun while promoting the patrol method to develop troop spirit. 

Please note:  Camp Achewon is not open to the public – it is private property.  The camp is equipped by Troop 281 and is maintained by Troop 281 in cooperation with Mr. Schimpff.  Mr. Schimpff, and his family.

 

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