Camp Pinewood
Camp Pinewood is our 780 acre camp located in the rolling hills near Dansville, NY—approximately one hour's drive south of Rochester. Facilities include a dining hall, A-frame and platform tent units, heated lodges, amphitheater, an adventure course, boathouse, infirmary, primitive camp sites, and a very extensive network of trails. Natural features include Lake Silver Dew, hardwood forests, hemlock ravines, pine plantations, old fields, sports fields, and seasonal streams and marshes.
Camp Pinewood - Reservation Application (Non Girl Scout Groups - #6020)
Camp Pinewood - Reservation Application (Girl Scout Troops - #6030)
GSWNY Camp Site and Facilities Chart (updated 10/01/2009)
There is a Ropes Course on-site at Camp Pinewood which is available for usage. Please use this form to reserve this usage:
Camp Pinewood - Ropes Course Usage Form (#6050)
Camp Pinewood Description
Camp Pinewood has a picturesque waterfront. Activities available include canoeing, row-boating, paddle-boating, funyaks, and fishing!
ARTS & CRAFTS BUILDING
- This building has electricity, work tables, and an outside water spigot.
COOK'S CABIN
- Cook's Cabin has electricity and full bathrooms (flushies).
- The building sleeps eight and is available for rent.
(No other amenities available within.)
RED PINE LODGE + WHITE PINE LODGE
- Both Red Pine and White Pine lodges have ample space and tables for a variety of indoor activities.
- Lodges are available year round.
- Both lodges sleep 30 and have kitchens.
- Outside are latrines, fire circles and grills.
(No indoor fireplace.)
Note: Although there is no running water available in the winter months, some water is provided.
Both lodges have new wooden bunk beds with a sleeping capacity of 20.
Lake: During summer months (June-September) troops/groups may use the lake for boating.
It is the responsibility of the troop/group to provide the appropriately trained and certified personnel. Documentation of certification must be provided to the Council Registrar at the time of registration. Canoes must be reserved in advance through the Council Equipment Reservation System. Troops must restack canoes and boats when finished.
- Each lodge has an additional 10 mattresses for floor sleeping.
- Each lodge has a wood pile shelter.
- Troops/groups are responsible for gathering and maintaining their own wood supply.
- Camp Pinewood has a large grassy area near the Westwind unit which is ideal for overflow tent camping during large events (camporees, etc.).
- Arrangements for fires and cooking must be made in advance.
Through the generous gift from the Rochester Orienteering Club, Pinewood has a permanent orienteering course on site. This course encompasses the entire acreage of the camp. Maps are available onsite.
FOR ALL CAMP SITE RESERVATIONS:
• Please call (585) 239-7907 for campsite availability and reservations.
• Cancellations which may occur may not be posted right away so please call (585) 239-7907 to check on cancellations or alternative site suggestions!