WaStatePks100: Camp Wooten Traditional Geocache
WaStatePks100: Camp Wooten
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This cache was originally placed in 2013 as part of the Washington State Parks Centennial GeoTour - "100 caches in 100 parks to celebrate 100 years" - co-sponsored by Washington State Geocaching Association (WSGA).
Camp Wooten Environmental Learning Center (ELC) lies in the heart of Washington state's Blue Mountains. Camp Wooten was originally a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) site called Camp Tucannon. Some of the original 1930s-era CCC buildings remain today, such as the mess hall. Washington State Parks, with help from the Camp Wooten Association, developed the site over the years, and now Camp Wooten is the largest environmental learning center in eastern Washington. The ELC is available for group use only.
Camp Wooten ELC accommodates 240 overnight guests. The housing facilities accommodate 205 guests, and additional space is available for guests tent or RV camping. The mess hall comfortably fits 240 guests and features modern appliances, a walk-in cooler, refrigerators and freezers. Separate cabins are available for cooks, administrators and nursing staff. Restrooms and state-of-the-art shower facilities complete the overnight accommodations.
Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities at Camp Wooten, including swimming, hiking, biking, wildlife watching, fishing or simply relaxing. The ELC features a heated, indoor swimming pool that slopes in depth from three to 10 feet deep. Groups must provide their own certified lifeguard, and a schedule of pool usage must be sent to the camp in advance. An interpretive display of wild animals and several nature trails are available for visitors to study wildlife. A recreation hall is available for group classes, services, training or meetings. An outdoor campfire area includes seating and a stage for plays and skits.
Park Location: Near Pomeroy
Availability: Spring through fall.
Capacity: 200 people.
Accommodations: 1930s era dining hall with fully equipped modern kitchen, freezers and walk-in cooler; 17 cabins each sleep 11; three cabins sleep six each; one cabin sleeps four; cedar meeting hall with fireplace; several outdoor shelters; restrooms and showers nearby; ADA access.
Features: Kitchen linens; dishwashing supplies; kitchen utensils and dishes; beds or cots; tables and chairs; cleaning supplies; paper towels and toilet paper; firewood.
Not provided: Bedding or sleeping bags; first aid equipment; recreational equipment.
Pets are not permitted at the ELC.
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- This geocache has an approved Permit to be placed at this location on property managed by the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission. Visitors are responsible for acquainting themselves with policies and rules pertaining to State Parks areas.
- The following items may not be placed in the geocache: food, illegal substances, medications, personal hygiene products, pornographic materials, hazardous materials, or weapons of any type.
- By searching for the cache, visitors agree that they are responsible for their own actions, and acknowledge that neither the State of Washington nor the cache owner is responsible for any loss or injury that may occur in relation to such search.
- Report any incident, problem, or violation to State Parks staff.
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