Other Adventures
While at Buckskin Scout Reservation

The following is a listing of activities your troop may enjoy while at Summer Camp.

Cass Scenic Railroad

Take the train to the top of the mountain and camp overnight. Call 1-800-CALL-WVA for information.

Greenbank National Radio Astronomy Observatory

The largest fully steerable radio telescope in the world. Take your troop on a tour. Call 304-456-2150 for information.

Durban Scenic Railroad and Cheat Mountain Railbus

Take a scenic tour along the Greenbrier River or ride the railbus up the highest main line track east of the Mississippi. For information call 304-456-4935

Monongahela National Forest

The Monongahela National Forest, with approximately 900,000 acres, offers unlimited recreational opportunities including hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, camping, hunting, and fishing. While visiting the Forest, be sure to explore the many natural areas located within the Forest's boundaries including Cranberry Glades Botanical Area, Buffalo Lake, Gaudineer Scenic Area and the Falls of Hills Creek. For more information contact the USFS in Bartow, WV at 304-456-3335.

Horseback Riding

Exploring Pocahontas County by horseback could be the highlight of your visit. A number of outfitters in the county offer scenic trips from one hour in length to overnight and multi-day trail rides. For more information contact: Watoga State Park (304) 799-4087 or 1-800-CALL WVA, Allegheny Outfitters/Stables (304) 572-5142, or Allegheny Outfitters (304) 456-4061

Mountain Biking

Tour the trails and mountain areas like the Greenbrier River Trail on bikes. For more information contact Elk River Tours (304) 572-3771, Watoga State Park (304) 799-4087, Appalachian Sport (304) 799-4050, Jack Horner's Corner (304) 653-4515, or Snowshoe Mountain Resorts (304) 572-1000.