The 2008 Camp will be held at Camp Mahonegon July 20 - July 26, about 3 miles north of Ellamore, Upshur/Randolph County line, West Virginia.  Located in the heart of the Appalachians, this camp site is surrounded by beautiful forests and streams which will be utilized in the course of training during the week.  Participants will be housed in camp and will be provided plentiful, hearty meals, along with social and recreational opportunities.

Scholarships, which include meals, lodging, transportation while at camp, and insurance, will be paid by West Virginia Forestry Association and other interested individuals.  Each camper will be responsible for transportation to and from camp and must provide his/her own bedding (two or three blankets are recommended if a sleeping bag is not available), towels, soap and other personal effects.  Durable clothing is recommended and since evenings could be cool, clothing should be warm and water repellent.  Leather boots, blue jeans and T-shirts are recommended.

Campers should plan to arrive at camp between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Sunday, July 20, and depart camp immediately after breakfast on Saturday, July 26.  There will be five full days of forestry training (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).  The first day and one-half (Monday and until noon Tuesday) will be devoted to the study of the forest ecosystem.  Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday will be spent exploring forest management subjects.  Thursday afternoon and Wednesday will be spent exploring forest management subjects.  Thursday will be spent touring wood utilization firms in the area.  Friday will be spent visiting a recreation area and later in the day there will be a field events.  Camp will break up after breakfast on Saturday, July 26.

Evening programs will include softball, volleyball and camp meeting.  Every effort will be made to make learning a enjoyable experience.  However, it should be understood that this camp is not the usual type of camp, in that the course is rigorous, demanding and rewarding and participation is the required in all class instruction.

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