Enchanted Rock State Natural Area consists of 1643.5 acres on Big Sandy Creek, north of Fredericksburg, on the border between Gillespie and Llano Counties.
Activities planned for this campout include climbing, plus hiking to and from the climbing site. Scouts should plan to bring warm clothing and shoes appropriate for hiking and climbing. Use the layer method and bring a daypack to stow excess clothes as you warm up. Refer to the Permission Form and the outfitter checklist for more information on clothing and equipment. Be sure to check Troop 266 campout packing list and the cold weather camping guidelines as well.
Scouts will have the opportunity to work on requirements for the Climbing Merit Badge. Troop 266 will be working with an experienced climbing outfitter, Rock-About, for a day of climbing, belaying, and rappelling activities at Enchanted Rock. Consult the Permission Form and the planned itinerary for additional information.
The cost for this campout is $80 per person. Additionally, scouts should bring $15-20 for lunch on the Sunday return trip, and to cover spending money for other stops along the way. Each camper should bring a sack dinner on Friday for the trip to Enchanted Rock. Meals at the campsite will be handled separately by each patrol, including the cost of the food. Campsite meals will include Saturday breakfast, sack lunch, dinner, and Sunday breakfast. Consult the Patrol Duty Roster for additional information
Signed Permission Form, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Release, Rock-About Release, and payment is due to adult organizer Jim Willcockson by February 7, 2012.
