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| The Village at Lakeside |
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The Village at Lakeside is once again one of Ten Mile River’s most exciting outpost programs. Located on the Lakeside Rivera of beautiful Crystal Lake, The Village offers many exciting programs to scouts and scouters of all ages and experience levels. As The Village grows more and more popular every year we continue to expand our program to include many of your old favorites, and some brand new activities.
Our returning programs will include the popular Blind Mans Maze, Fishing off The Village Docks and Volleyball. In addition we will continue to host the most famous Barbeques on the reservation. Enjoying a nice hamburger on the Lakeside Rivera of scenic Crystal Lake is not something you should miss.
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This summer The Village will be introducing several programs new to TMR. The highlight of which is the Indian Lore Overnight where scouts will have the opportunity to spend a night at The Village sleeping in Indian Teepees and working on the Indian Lore Merit Badge. This program will be the first of its kind. In addition we have added a new Geocaching course to The Village, so scouts can learn how to use a GPS while exploring the historic Camp Man.
But the Village program is not only limited to these items. Units are encouraged to talk to their Program Director to schedule some of the many other activities available at The Village.
As one of TMR's many program outposts, The Village is shared among all the camps at TMR. To find out when your camp is scheduled to make use of the programs at The Village, consult the TMR
Outpost Program Master Schedule. Reservations are required for activities at The Village, and you can make those with your Program Director. We strongly recommend that you reserve your time Sunday upon arrival, because slots fill up very quick. Any questions specifically pertaining to The Village Program can also be directed to your Program Director - or contact the Village Director, Steven Rastetter directly at lchief@suanhacky.org.
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Program Opportunities
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Lenape Village |
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Overnight sleepover in our teepees or just come for
a visit.
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Blind Man's Maze |
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This program brings to both Scouts and Scouters an
exciting experience, and adventure into the unknown. Scouts are
bought together to experience trust and awareness of being blind.
Using the Buddy System, one Scout has a neckerchief covering his
eyes while the other helps him through the maze. It is definitely
a challenge following the rope path, passing through the tunnel,
continuing through the tire and then crossing the Ramapo Bridge.
The Blind Man’s Maze is a great confidence course, as it builds
up a scout's self-esteem and awareness.
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Fishing |
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The docks at the Village are specifically made for fishing with safety lines tightly wrapped around the entire dock. The shade from the dock allows for a nice cool place for Crystal Lake’s Perch, Pickerel, Small Mouth Bass and Sun Fish. For your convenience, we have a BBQ area
if you would like to cook your catch.
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Mountain Bike Overnight |
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An overnight consists of a mountain bike ride from
your camp, a journey through the Blind Man’s Maze, fishing,
and a BBQ at Lakeside. Campers will attend a closing Campfire, and
bed down in the newly renovated lean-to site.
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Troop Overnights |
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A night in the Village can be an experience in itself. Camping in Lean-tos (or teepees) alongside the scenic Crystal Lake with a glowing fire is something all Scouters should experience.
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BBQ on the Lakeside Riviera |
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The Village has become famous for its Hamburger & Hot Dog BBQ’s. While a few troop members Barbecue, the rest enjoy the other Village facilities.
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Vollyball |
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For the sportier group, we have a homemade volleyball net for your troop to show its competitive side. Scouts vs. Leaders and Patrol vs. Patrol games are always enjoyable before or after lunch on the field overlooking the beautiful Crystal Lake.
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Geocaching |
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One of the newest sports taking the nation by storm! Using a single GPS unit and coordinates, scouts can be sent on a Village-wide scavenger/treasure hunt. Scouts will enjoy finding and mapping the hidden points through a challenging coarse that will take them through the Village and historic Camp Man, including the Tower of Friendship and the Roosevelt Campfire area. Multiple courses will be available for all ages and experience levels. |
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Frequently-Asked Questions
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What is The Village? |
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The Village at Lakeside is a place where Scouts and Scouters alike can go to relax and enjoy the scenic Crystal Lake, while taking part in a wide range of program opportunities. |
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Where is it located? |
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The Village at Lakeside is nestled in the heart of Ten Mile River Scout Camps in historic Camp Man. It is located between Camps Keowa and the Catskills High Adventure Base on Crystal Lake. |
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How do we get there? |
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You can hike the Red Dot Trail or, if you are a bit
less adventurous, you can take the camp bus or drive there. For
true adventure, arrange with your Program Director to arrive in
the war canoes from Camp Keowa.
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What kinds of programs are offered at
The Village |
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Scouts will be able to learn old and new skills alike,
with specialties in Scout Skills, fishing, cooking,
and Indian Lore. The Village is also home to some of the history
of Ten Mile River and the Tower of Friendship. |
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Are there opportunities for advancement? |
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Yes, with your leader’s approval, you will have
the opportunity to work on many of the First Class Rank Requirements.
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Are there overnight programs available? |
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Yes! If you are interested in scheduling an overnight
at The Village, consult the TMR
Outpost Program Master Schedule and then contact your camp’s
Program Director.
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Can my troop have a BBQ on the Lakeside
Riviera? |
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Yes! If you are interested in scheduling a BBQ at
The Village, consult the TMR
Outpost Program Master Schedule to find your camp's scheduled
dinner slot, and then contact your camp’s Program Director.
Space is limited for this program, and advance preparations need
to be made with your Program Director.
A basic Barbeque of hamburgers and hot dogs is available at no charge. For specialty items like chicken, ribs or sausage an additional per-person fee applies. |
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What are some of the new programs? |
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Each year The Village tries to build and expand on the successes of the previous season. We continue to add new programs and advancement opportunities. Please check with the 2007 TMR Leaders Guide for the most up to date information. |
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How can I schedule a visit to The Village? |
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Since The Village is shared among the various TMR
Camps, advance preparation and scheduling is necessary to accommodate
everyone. To find out when your camp is scheduled to utilize the
programs at The Village, consult the TMR
Outpost Program Master Schedule. After you've found a slot that
you'd like to use, contact your camp's Program Director (during the check-in process on Sunday) to make a reservation.
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The 2007 Village At Lakeside Staff has plenty of experience at many aspects of Summer Camp and is a team of veteran staffers ready to assist you. We hope that your unit will plan a trip to The Village this summer and we hope you enjoy Ten Mile River.
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