Camp Logistics

Emergency Mobilization

 
Even at summer camp, there is always the possibility of an emergency such as a fire or a bad storm. In these situations, it is very important to be able to account for the safety of everyone in camp. To do this, we will call for an emergency mobilization.
 
If you or your Scouts hear sirens, you should move immediately to the nearest assembly area to your location - regardless of which camp you are staying in for the week. The Staff will account for those in other areas for a total headcount.
 
The following areas are Emergency Assembly Points (EAP):
 

• Grace Assembly Area: Flagpoles between Grace Pool and Tom Tabb Center.

• Irvine Assembly Area: Flagpoles in front of Casey Lodge.

• Lake Virginia

 

The Staff will then check that everyone is accounted for and, if necessary, give further instructions.  Our staff are trained and experienced in managing full out-of-camp evacuations and maintain on-going partnerships with many local emergency service providers.
 

Bicycles

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Lost Valley is a big place, so many Scouts and adult leaders like to bring bicycles to get around. There are also a limited number of bicycles available for rent at the Bike Lair for $5.00 per day or $20.00 per week (including helmet). The roads vary from hard-pack dirt to very soft sand, so we recommend wide tires for traction. We do not provide repair services for bicycles, other than those that are the property of the camp.
 
Here are some of the rules of the road:
 

1. HELMETS - Everyone, both youths, and adults are required to wear a bicycle helmet while riding their bicycle. Also, a Scout hat or baseball cap may not be worn under the helmet.

2. RIDE ON THE ROADS - Stay on the main roads inside the Lost Valley.  Main roads are the roads that the general public can drive on, one exception is the road that leads to the Bike-o-Rama /Grace Trading Post area.  Never ride on horse or foot trails; riders must dismount and walk their bike on these trails

3. OBEY SPEED LIMITS - One of the leading causes of bicycle accidents at Lost Valley is speed.  It is especially easy to go fast on the many downhill sections around Lost Valley, but every downhill section is followed by a patch of loose soil/sand caused by erosion that can cause a rider to lose control.  The speed limit for bikes is 10 MPH.

4. RIDE SAFE - Please drive safely; no trick riding! Lost Valley is a wilderness camp; going to a hospital is usually an expensive helicopter flight out of camp.

5. RIDING ETIQUETTE - If you come upon a horse, please stop your bicycle, dismount, and stand next to your bicycle. This helps to not frighten a horse. If you are passing someone on the road, let them know which side you'll be passing on by announcing, "Passing on your (Right or Left)."  Please be aware there will be camp vehicles using the roads during the week.

 

Cell Phone Coverage
 

There is NO cellular coverage in Lost Valley from any cellular provider.  Some do not provide service east of Temecula.

 

Phone and Internet Access

Telephone and Internet access is available to all adults visiting Lost Valley. There are five locations available for phone, internet, and computer access: the Business Office, the Trading Post, Beckman Hall, the Stables, and Casey Lodge. These areas have telephone access and a dedicated computer for email access. Adult leaders will be given access codes and passwords during check-in. The codes should not be given to Scouts under any circumstances.
 
If a Scout needs to make a phone call, an adult leader must accompany the youth to a phone, and place the call for him. Phone calls should be kept to a minimum. Scouts are not allowed internet or e-mail access while at camp.
 
There is wi-fi access available at the Business Office, Casey Lodge, Beckman Hall, Trading Post, and the Stables. The internet is provided via a satellite connection and is often slower than dial-up speed.  Our bandwidth is very limited, so please, keep your online time to a minimum, and no large file transfers or streaming media should be downloaded.  The Business Office will assist you in accessing the internet. Please be advised that we have tight filtering, and monitor any attempt to access inappropriate websites.

 

Smoking Policy
 

Smoking is discouraged in camp, but it is permitted in two places: behind Casey Lodge in Irvine and behind Beckman Hall in Grace. Smoking is not allowed inside any of the buildings at Lost Valley. NEVER smoke on the trail! BSA policy prohibits the use of tobacco in the presence of Scouts.

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Visitors

Parents and friends are welcome to visit camp. The Friday schedule of games and the evening stage show make that an especially nice day to visit. If your troop is planning on having visitors on Friday, the Business Manager will need a count of visitors at Check-in on Sunday. This is a popular option, and we need an accurate count to ensure enough food is prepared.  
 
Meals are available at the Dining Halls.  For 2024, visitors will purchase meal tickets in the Business Office at a cost of $8 for Breakfast, $10 for Lunch, and $12 for Dinner. All visitors must sign in at the Business Office, obtain their ID tags, and purchase meal tickets at the Trading Post.
 
Please inform your troop members and families about the directions to camp, parking, and also about allowing sufficient time and gasoline. All visitors during the week should plan to arrive at camp between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.  Please remember that the speed limit within camp is 5 miles per hour.  Visitor parking is located in the Main Parking Lot near the Front Gate.