SpeakEasy Singles Camping Trip
Battle Run Campground - Summersville Lake
Summersville, WV

If you have questions, please contact

Charleston Area:  Vicky @ 304-205-4329 - or email speakeasysingles@suddenlink.net

Beckley Area:  Cheryl @ 304-683-5748 or email cw25827@aol.com

REMINDER – Deadline for RSVP and Money for the August 11th, 2012 Camping Trip is August 24th – Night of the dance. We will have a packet of information there if you are going and will be available for questions and payment right after the 10:00 pm announcements at the dance. We will be sitting at the front desk or RSVP or ask questions now. This trip will take a lot of preparation for all the food and entertainment we're providing, which is why we need the RSVP and deadline for payment NO LATER than August 11th. Total cost including food, and camping is $40.00 (including meals).

CAMPING NEWS UPDATE

August 24th, 25th and 26th - Spots 2, 4, 6 and 109 have been reserved!!
Check in is after 6:00pm on Friday evening and
Check out is 5:00pm on Sunday so we can still hang around the lake and Summersville area all day!!

NOTE:   PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THE CAMPGROUND

 

Menu - Only $40.00 for all your homemade meals all weekend

Camping ChecklistPDF
 (Warning 7 pages long - my friends all things it's funny but the list has everything that will
 make your trip away from home comfortable :-)
).

Menu
PDF- BBQs & Hotdogs Friday  - Ham, Chicken on the Throne Saturday night :-)
Flyer
PDF - PDF File
Campground Map
PDF - We have reserved spots 2, 4 & 6
Items Needed
PDF - Let us know if you can provide
Personal Items
PDF - Things you may need
Permission Slip
PDF
- Who would we call for Medical Emergency
Things to do
PDF - List of things to do in the Summersville and surrounding areas

Camping Email - July 22, 2012 PDF

 

Battle Run Campground is conveniently located just south of Summersville, West Virginia, on the shores of the largest lake in the state. Superb water quality and sheer sandstone cliffs make Summersville Lake a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
BATTLE RUN Campground Directions.  From U.S. Highway 19, turn west on State Route 129 and travel 3 miles to the campground.

You need to RSVP and pay by Saturday, August 11th, 2012 if you plan on camping so we can get an approximate number and make sure we have reserved enough camping spots and payment is due by August 11thst (at dance) - you also need to indicate whether you will have a camper or tent.

Battle Run Campground
Class A Corps operated campground
117 campsites (110 with 30 amp electric, 7 walk-in tent sites)
2 shower houses with washers and dryers
Campground is open May 1 until Columbus Day

Directions  - Approximately 50 miles north of Charleston, WV

There are a couple of different ways to go -  if you live in Charleston - this is probably the quickest way to go - Gauley bridge turn left on 39 through Belva to Drennen turn right on 129 campground about 7 miles on left just before dam - Please watch your speed thru Galley Bridge - speed traps!!  I-79 towards Clarksburg, take exit 57 for US 19 S toward Beckley - .3 miles, Turn right onto US-19 S for 25.1 miles, Turn right onto Webster Rd, Slight right onto Main St
Summersville, WV

Some questions that have been asked - It doesn't matter whether you sleep in car, camper or tent - there is still a $$$ charge per person per night for camping - we have buddy spots and the costs is split up among all the campers at Battle Run Campground.

Please RSVP and mail your check to me by August 11th which is the DEADLINE (no exceptions), so we can make sure we have reserved enough camping spots for our group.

Due to the all the planning and preparation going into this camping trip - THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS. The camping spots have been reserved and paid in advance. We have reserved 3 camper spots and can have 1 camper and 2 tents per spot.  If you want to camp with us, you need to let us know as soon as possible. We may not be able to reserve more camping spots that weekend close to our spots.

Make Checks for $40.00 per person payable to:  Vicky Stevens or email speakeasysingles@suddenlink.net for mailing address,  The fees includes $40 per person per night for camping and meals

Things to Do:

Marina  - Summersville Lake Marina is located at the Long Point Area. The marina number is (304) 872-1331. Additional information can be found at Summersville Lake Marina & Sarge's Dive Shop. There is a $3.00 Day Use fee for boat launching and Picnicking

http://www.sarges.net/serv01.htm

Pontoon Boat Rental Rates
Full Day Rental (7:00 am - 7:00 pm) $300 / Day plus gas and 6% tax (12 Hours)
Half Day Rental (7:00 am -1:00 pm; 1:00 pm -7:00 pm) $250 / Halfday plus gas and 6% tax (6 Hours)
Hourly Rental after 2:00 pm (If available) $80 per hour plus gas and 6% tax

Jon Boat Rental Rates
Full Day Rental (7:00 am - 7:00 pm) $120 / Day plus gas and 6% tax (12 Hours)
Half Day Rental (7 am-1 pm; 1 pm-7 pm) $80 / Half Day plus gas and 6% tax (6 Hours)
Hourly Rental (2:00 pm onward if available) $25 per hour plus gas and 6% tax
Reservations: 304-872-1331
 

Snorkeling & Swimming Charters  - Bring The Whole Family For Great Outdoor Fun!

Snorkeling Charter $40 / Person (Includes Snorkel Gear)
Swimming Charter $40 / Person
Lake Tours (4 or more people) $20 / Person

Kayak Rentals

Solos

 

 

Tandems

 
1 Hour    $15   1 Hour    $25
2 Hours $25   2 Hours $35
3 Hours $35   3 Hours $45
4 Hours $40   4 Hours $50
5 Hours $45   5 Hours $55
6 Hours $50   6 Hours $60
7 Hours $55   7 Hours $65
8 Hours $60   8 Hours $70
       
  Half Day Whole Day  
Professional Guide $60.00 $100  

Prices Do Not Include the West Virginia 6% Sales Tax.

 

NOTE:  If you want to rent a boat, you will need to take online boating class..it's free.

 

Kirkwood Winery - http://www.kirkwood-wine.com/ - Welcome to the Kirkwood Winery, located in the heart of the mountains of West Virginia. We're sure you'll enjoy the rich mountain tradition that flavors our wines

 

Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park LogoCarnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park - Nestled on the rim of the Gauley River Canyon near Summersville, West Virginia, Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park is an important Civil War battle site. On September 10, 1861 Union troops led by Brigadier General William S. Rosecrans engaged the Confederates and forced them to evacuate an entrenched position on the Henry Patterson Farm which overlooked Carnifex Ferry. The Confederate commander, Brigadier General John B. Floyd retreated across the ferry to the south side of the Gauley River and on eastward to Meadow Bluff near Lewisburg. This Civil War battle represented the failure of a Confederate drive to regain control of the Kanawha Valley. As a result, the movement for West Virginia statehood proceeded without serious threat from the Confederates.

http://www.carnifexferrybattlefieldstatepark.com/

Zip Line - http://www.newrivergorgecanopytour.com/site/gravity-zip-lines.html

Mystery Hole - http://www.mysteryhole.com/ - What is the Mystery Hole? This believe-it-or-not astounding experience has intrigued many people both young and old over the years. Many come time and time again just curious to know if they really did see what they thought they'd seen, or if their eyes were playing tricks on them. Yet some have gone away so bewildered that they've headed in the wrong direction and became lost. Very often keys get locked in the cars because the occupants are too anxious to see the MYSTERY HOLE and experience the Laws of Gravity in action.

This MYSTERY HOLE thing seems to affect different people in different ways depending on whether they cling to the new style education or stray to the plain old C.H.S. (common horse sense) method. We have noticed that the highly educated folks do ask more questions than the lesser educated ones do. Whatever these unidentified effects may be, they are believed not to be a serious threat to those searching for fun and excitement. Weird offbeat attractions are not always easy to find in WILD, WONDERFUL, WEST VIRGINIA. That's what makes the MYSTERY HOLE a welcome change. Many people have passed by this astounding mystifying spot without realizing just how near they were to a whole "HOLE" full of interesting, intriguing and incredible experiences

Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine - http://www.beckley.org/exhibition_coal_mine/index.html - The Exhibition Coal Mine is the largest and most popular coal heritage destination in the region. After years of planning, the Exhibition Coal Mine completed an extensive renovation that includes the 14,000 sq. foot, Rahall Company Store, visitor center, coal museum, fudgery and gift shop. A visit will begin here with the purchase of a ticket and a visit to the extensive collection of mining artifacts and tools, geological specimens, photographs, and other features of early life among the coal towns of southern West Virginia.

New river gorge adventure center - http://www.newrivergorgecanopytour.com/ - Tree trop canopies - $109 per person - 3.5 hour

If anyone is interest there is the Oak Leaf Festival in Oak Hill, WV (Fayette County) - that weekend - you could stop by on your way back home on Sunday!!  - http://www.oakleaffestival.org

Saturday - August 25th 
9:00am - 6:00pm
Oak Leaf Depot Days - Lewis Community Center (
http://lewischristiancommunitycenter.com/)
Contact Susan Stover Craum 304-469-6994, 304-573-8313

Sunday - August 26th
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12:00 noon - 5:00 pm
Oak Leaf Depot Days - Lewis Community Center

Oak Leaf Depot Days - Car rides, railway motor car demos, museum tour, blacksmith demo. All this at the Depot with exhibits at the Lewis Community Center.

The 16th Annual Appalachian Festival is three big days packed with arts, crafts, entertainment, music, food and fun!

Tour historic Wildwood House Museum to view Vintage Wedding Gowns Exhibit

Don’t miss the Appalachian Festival! It’s sure to delight your senses and put a smile on your face

http://www.appalachianfestival.net

West Virginia's New River Gorge - Night Life and Entertainment
http://www.newriverwv.com/Recreation_Night_Life_.php
 

 

     
 

         Do you like to cook - Dutch Oven Cooking & Cooking over a Campfire and S'mores

     

      

Do you like games - Volleyball, Horseshoes, Hiking, Corn Hole, Badminton, LCR, and Card Games

             
    
    

Want to go for a ride - rent a Pontoon Boat, paddle boat or speed boat

        

Do you to go Bike Riding - Lots of paved areas to ride around, how about golf, fishing, caving or hiking?

       

 

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Pictures from the last seven campouts

SES - Carter Caves KY Camping Trip - May 18-20, 2012 - Set 2

SES - Carter Caves KY Camping Trip - May 18-20, 2012 - Set 1

SES - Grayson Lake State Park - Summer Camping - June 17-19, 2011 - Set 2

SES - Grayson Lake State Park - Summer Camping - June 17-19, 2011 - Set 1

SES - Sutton Camping Fall 2010 - Gerald Freeman Campground - September 17-19, 2010

SES - Sutton Camping Summer 2010 - Gerald Freeman Campground - June 18-20, 2010

SES - September 18-20, 2009 - Gerald Freeman Campground - Sutton, WV - Pictures - Volume 2

SES - September 18-20, 2009 - Gerald Freeman Campground - Sutton, WV - Pictures - Volume 1

Greenbrier River Campground - Greenbrier County WV - August 2009

Seneca Rocks - Pendleton County WV - September 2007

 

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