Camp Read At A Glance
Address/GPS: 1377 Palisades Road, Brant Lake, NY 12815
Acreage: 1,000 nestled in the 6 million-acre Adirondack Park
Nearby: Gore Mountain, Lake George, Fort Ticonderoga, Adirondack Extreme.
Activities: hiking, fishing, snowshoeing (email Ranger in advance), cross country ski trails in the winter (byo equipment), Trading Post (schedule with Ranger upon check-in)
Weekend Camping
Available Fall, Winter, Spring
Sleeping bags, sheets, pillows, towels, and all personal items are not provided. So please plan accordingly. A standard Weekend reservation is Friday 4pm through Sunday 10am. Additional nights may be available, pricing and availability will show during registration process in these cases.
Log Cabin – sleeps 17; side room for leaders, common area with small full kitchen, 2 full bathrooms, washer/dryer.
Buckskin "lower loop" Campsites – capacities vary from 32-46, latrines, seasonal water
You will need to provide a roster upon arrival, that indicates Youth and Adults.
Fees: Weekend Camping
Log Cabin: $375 per weekend (out of council $425)
Campsites: $50 per weekend (out of council $55)
The Fine Print
The Guide To Safe Scouting guidelines are to be followed at all times while at Durland.
Check in-Check out: Check-in is between 5 PM and 9 PM Friday or before 4 PM Saturday. Check out is by 10 AM on Sunday.
Units MUST check out with the Ranger or Campmaster BEFORE leaving Camp.
Artificial Fuels: Propane (Lp) gas and liquid fuel is permitted for use in lanterns and stoves, under adult supervision. Lanterns and stoves are to be used only outside - not in buildings or under canvas of any type. All artificial fuel must be stored with the Ranger/Campmaster.
Camp Improvement: As a "Good Turn" to our camps, each unit is encouraged to schedule a 1+ hour camp improvement or conservation project. Units who work on a pre-arranged 8-hour service project with the Ranger will receive a free tent site.
Damage to Equipment and Facilities: Any damage resulting from malicious intent and/or gross negligence will result in units being assessed full cost of restoration. In extreme instances law enforcement authorities will be notified.
Drinking Water: Potable water is available from designated sources only. The Ranger/Campmaster will inform you of where to obtain drinking water.
Emergencies: Notify the Campmaster/Ranger in the event of any need for assistance. If it becomes necessary to contact police, fire or ambulance services do so by dialing 911, and then immediately notify the Campmaster/Ranger. The street address for the Curtis S. Read Scout Reservation is 1377 Palisades Road, Brant Lake, NY 12815.
Emergency Telephones: The Ranger can be reached in case of emergency at (518) 494-2246.
Fires: Use established fire rings. Do not build fires larger than necessary. Adequate water to extinguish your fire must be on hand at all times. Unattended fires must be extinguished, and all fires must be completely extinguished prior to check-out. In addition:
- Safe areas for fires to be selected & maintained.
- No open flames under tarps or tents. No candles under tarps or in tents at any time.
- All fires "dead out" at night or when left unattended.
- Follow camp procedure, as outlined by Ranger, in a fire emergency.
Fishing: Scouts and Leaders can fish from the shore, or fishing docks. No reservations are required, but we ask that units be courteous and share the available space.
Garbage: All garbage is to be carried out. There are no dumpsters on the property for unit use.
Ice Skating/Ice Fishing: For safety reasons, always secure permission from the Ranger in advance. Ice rescue equipment must be on hand and a minimum of 4 persons involved at all times under the direct supervision of a responsible adult, age 21+ is required.
Prohibited in Camp: Fireworks, firearms, personal bows & arrows, personal sling shots, any oversize cutting device, or any weapon considered dangerous or unlawful. Pets, as a matter of health & safety considerations. Snowmobiles, all-terrain type vehicles, trail bikes, motorbikes.
Religious Services: Do you hold one that other units can attend? Let the camping department know before your scheduled weekend so a sign can be posted at the Campmaster Cabin for the other units to see as they check in. ghv.camping@scouting.org.
Vehicles in Camp: Park in designated parking areas only. Trail and service roads are designated for specific use by camp and emergency vehicles only. Keep roads clear. Be prepared to carry all gear to your site.