Round 2 of the Camp Eagle cave project is scheduled for Sept 19-21. On the first trip we surveyed a recently discovered cave, and found one new cave entrance.
This trip we need to survey the new cave, and there are plenty more acres to search. Several good caves are nearby so this property has great potential. The camping area is level and has plenty of trees, and the river is a wonderful place to cool off after a day of caving. Showers and rest rooms are also available. See Matt's email for additional info and camping options and prices. Be sure to read the rules and regs below. We will all have to sign release forms. More info including maps etc at http://campeagle.org/ Please email me if you plan on attending so I can let Matt know how many to expect. If you need the map attachments, or other info please let me know and I'll send them to you. Kurt -----Original Message----- From: m...@campeagle.org [mailto:m...@campeagle.org] Sent: Friday, September 05, 2008 11:27 AM To: Kurt L. Menking Subject: RE: Camp Eagle - Ridge Walking Kurt, That would be great! This time, I think I'll be able to hang out with you guys some more and go exploring too! My only concern is that it seems so soon for people to make solid plans. However, those dates are great for us and anyone from the group could use any of the lodging that we have to offer. We want to continue to offer housing to you guys for cheap but there will be discounted rates for lodging this time. They could stay in: Screen shelter cabins - $15/night (sleep up to 4) Tent camping ($5/night) RV $10/night (no dumping) Rent a bed in a hostel room ($10/night) Rent a hotel-style room. ($50/night) Also, we don't have any groups here that weekend that are having meals cooked for them. So, our staff won't be cooking that weekend. However, we have some large grills around camp that can be used by anyone who wants. We also have that small kitchen available for anyone to use for: cooking, microwave, food storage, refrigeration, stove top, etc. I've attached a few documents for you to take a look at. Everyone that comes will need to know that they will need to sign this waiver when they get here and a caving waiver provided by a caving organization, which I have a copy of as well. I hope that helps. Please let me know if you need any more information or need me to do anything to help you get this thing going. You know I would love to help out. Thanks Kurt, Matt Reed Camp Eagle Retreats Director 830.683.2330 m...@campeagle.org www.campeagle.org Rules & Regulations Terms and Conditions Updated 11/8/2007 1. We are a Christian family and youth oriented camp. Please keep this in mind in all that you do. Be respectful in your language and actions. 2. Any person directly or indirectly responsible for disruptive, destructive, or violent conduct which endangers the property or the health, safety, or lives of persons or animals will be removed from Camp Eagle. 3. Waiver of Liability must be signed before participating in any activity at Camp Eagle. Please note that participants under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian. If you do not sign a waiver you are considered a trespasser and will be asked to sign a waiver or to leave the property. 4. Children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. FAQ Can I bring my pet to Camp Eagle with me? We do not allow visitors to bring their pets to camp. Can I build a fire? Fires are only allowed in existing fire rings and in fire bowls that may be provided by the camp if available. Please do not start an unauthorized ground fire due to possible burn ban conditions. Can I cookout when I am at camp? Yes you can cook out! However, you must bring your own grill or stove in order to do so. Can I use the river? Yes, you are welcome to swim, kayak and canoe in the river. However, the main waterfront, which includes the blob, iceberg, water trampoline, etc., is NOT open to the public unless scheduled with Camp Eagle staff. We request that you enjoy the river on the sections above or below our main waterfront, not via the main camp staircase. Can I use the game room or other Main Camp features? Other than the Bathhouse, all main camp features and buildings are not open to the public unless scheduled with Camp Eagle staff. Feel free to enjoy the rest of our beautiful 1400 acres. Can I fish or hunt at camp? We do not allow hunting on Camp Eagle property; violators will be prosecuted. We do allow fishing in all areas except the main camp waterfront. Fishing is catch and release only with a valid TPWD license. Do you have gray water discharge? We do not offer sewer facilities for RV's and we do not have facilities for gray water dumping. Where do we take our trash at the end of our stay? We do not offer trash disposal. As with everything else, we ask that you "pack it in, pack it out." What else should we know? Banned items include, but are not limited to: No vehicles on 4x4 roads No dirt bikes on any trails No fireworks No collecting of rocks, antlers, arrowheads, etc No knives/weapons No bb/paintball/airsoft guns or any other firearms General Information * We are a family oriented camp; please use discretion when consuming alcohol or tobacco. No consumption of alcohol or use of tobacco products is allowed in or around any camp buildings. Violation of this, or public intoxication, will be grounds for removal from Camp Eagle. Smokers please pack out or throw away your cigarette butts. * First aid is not provided; we do not have a nurse on staff. Participation of any activities is at your own risk. Biking * HELMETS MUST BE WORN PROPERLY AT ALL TIMES WHEN ON A BIKE. NO EXUSES, NO EXCEPTIONS. Climbing * Camp Eagle groups have priority on all climbs at any time. * You must have your own equipment; we do not loan out or rent ours. * Helmets must be worn at all times when climbing, belaying or on the rock surface next to the wooden deck. **Large events and races are different. Contact us for race/event details. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Visit our website: http://texascavers.com To unsubscribe, e-mail: texascavers-unsubscr...@texascavers.com For additional commands, e-mail: texascavers-h...@texascavers.com
