CYO Camp Field

(from Pat Murphy)

Facilities:

Tall Timber Camp is a lot like the old Camp Field used to be: rustic cabins with bunk beds, a main lodge for meeting and eating, and a shared bath/shower facility for most cabins. Guests bring their own bedding (e.g. sleeping bags), towels, and toiletries. A total of 14 individual cabins are available, holding a maximum of 8 to 16 people each. Thus, depending on the number of people showing up, you most likely will have to share with others.

There are also hookups available for RV’s, and Forest Service campgrounds close by if you want to camp out. You can camp on TT property, but there is an overnight fee for that as well. Meals are served family style and are tasty and plentiful.

The maximum number of people for overnight is between 100-150 with 200 the maximum for meals. We will need to confirm numbers for the meals at least one week before, so people need to confirm as early as possible. Meals available will be Friday night at 6:30 p.m., Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. Day visitors are welcome, but if staying for meals, need to confirm, Children are welcome, with those under 4 years old free, and those 5-10 years old, at half the weekend rate. They can make vegetarian meals but need to know 1 week in advance.

Other notes about staying at Tall Timber:

Tall Timber is very famous for its spectacular scenic views, great food, and one other item: MOSQUITOES!!!! Lots and lots of them – mostly in the morning and evening hours, so be prepared and bring repellent.

Campfire circle is available with wood provided.

Meal setups: Need 3-4 people about 20 minutes before each meal to set up chairs, set tables, put food out

Meal cleanup: Need 5-6 people to stack and put away dishes, some washing if needed, clean tables, sweep floors.

End of weekend cleanup: All cabins need to be swept out, and garbage removed.

There is a large bell that is rung for meal times. It is also used for signaling for fire if rung constantly.

Vehicles need to be parked in the parking area, not at the cabins. Camp speed limit is 5 mph.

The bathhouse is cleaned daily. Cabins with bathrooms need to clean their own.

Kitchen, shops, and camp vehicles are off limits.

Dishes, cups, and eating utensils are to be left in the main lodge.

Tall Timber does not have regular telephone service. There is only a radio telephone to be used n emergencies. Cell phone users will have to move down to the Lake Wenatchee area to get a call out.

Pets must remain on a leash at all times. However, due to the number of different families expected, please leave your pet at home if possible to avoid the usual dog fights and messes to clean up after.

Smoking is not permitted inside ANY of the buildings, and outside only in designated areas. Fire danger will be very high in the summer, and you need to be careful.

No alcoholic beverages allowed on the grounds or in any building. (Note: obviously not a Catholic camp!! Ha-ha!)

No fireworks or firearms permitted at camp.

Swimming is available in the river (cold!!!) but must have a lifeguard(s) at all times as it is swift in places and can be dangerous.

Playground equipment is available on site for the younger ones. A large field is available for wide games, softball, frisbee, etc. Volleyball area is also available. Several beautiful hiking trails are nearby heading into National Forest Wilderness Areas which means that party size is restricted to 12. (Sorry Tahmahnawas!) Mountain biking along the Forest Service dirt roads is also a fun activity.

Did I mention MOSQUITOES?!?!

Reminder: You are required to bring your own bedding, towels, and toiletries. Pretend you’re a camper arriving at Camp Field!
Alternate nearby camping places include the following:

• Napeequa Crossing right next door with 3 or 4 sites
• Grasshopper Meadows with 3 sites 2 miles away
• White River Falls with 5 sites 5 miles away
• More developed campgrounds with lots of room are on Lake Wenatchee at the State Park, 10 miles away, and Nason Creek, 11 miles away.