2020 Outings

Coronavirus Response Update
To adhere to CDC isolation recommendations and California Governor mandate, all outings are cancelled until July 2020 at the absolute earliest. This is subject to change, so stay tuned for updates, and watch your Troop Slack for further information.

Fort Ross Jan 17-19
Fort Ross State Historic Park brings attention to the varied stories that have occurred here through the centuries, including the long formation of the coastal natural history, the centuries past and present of resident Kashia Pomo people, the Russian colonization periods (1812-1842), the Ranch era (1842-1972), and the over one hundred year era of this area as a protected resource as a State Historic Park. The park's Visitor Center is an excellent place to start a tour of Fort Ross to become acquainted with the rich natural and cultural history of the area.

On this Trek scouts went to Fort Ross and completed a 4 hour service project to stay in the Fort. Scouts got to learn about the Fort's History, cook amazing food, and play a huge game of capture the flag inside the Fort.

Camp Sylvester Feb 15-17

Nestled between Pinecrest Lake and the snow-covered slopes of Dodge Ridge ski resort, Camp Sylvester in Pinecrest, California is an ideal setting for family vacations and group retreats alike. With updated cabins and recreation halls sprawling over nearly ten acres of the Stanislaus National Forest, Camp Sylvester provides the fresh air, green pines and excitement of an outdoor adventure with all of the comforts of a rustic resort.

Ed Levin - Canceled

A fun conservation project while riding your bike through the trails!

Death Valley National Park - Canceled

An amazing new place for our Troop to explore. Expect a week-long trip full of adventure.

Death Valley is a desert valley located in Eastern California, in the northern Mojave Desert bordering the Great Basin Desert. It is one of the hottest places in the world along with deserts in the Middle East.

Joseph Grant- Canceled

Joseph D. Grant County Park is the largest of Santa Clara County's regional park and recreation areas. This 10,882 acre park includes some of the County's finest open space resources, as well as rich environmental, cultural and recreational assets.

Summer Camp TBD

Desolation Wilderness - Canceled

Native Americans used the area now known as Desolation Wilderness. There is evidence of temporary Washoe Indian encampments at Wright's Lake and other areas, made as groups moved through the area on their summer migration from the Carson Valley. Artifacts such as obsidian arrow points and other evidence, while not abundant, have been documented throughout the area.

Kayaking Campout - TBA

Big Basin - TBD

Established in 1902, Big Basin Redwoods is California's oldest state park. In the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains, its biggest attractions—literally—are its ancient coast redwoods. Some of these giants are more than 50 feet around and as tall as the Statue of Liberty. At 1,000 to 1,800 years old, some may predate the Roman Empire. The park also offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, lush waterfalls, and a fascinating natural and cultural history.

Del Valle - TBD

Del Valle Regional Park, part of the East Bay Regional Park District, is located in a valley framed by oak-covered hills. The centerpiece of the park is a five-mile long lake, with all kinds of water-oriented recreation, surrounded by 4,316 acres of beautiful land for hiking,

Yosemite National Park - TBD
Going to Yosemite is a camping tradition for Troop 457! A truly beautiful place to experience and camp in.

This campout will be two nights of backpacking through Yosemite. First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more.

Patrol Outing Campout - TBD