SpeakEasy Singles - Sutton Camping - Gerald Freeman Campground

SpeakEasy Singles Camping Trip
Gerald R. Freeman Campground - Sutton WV
June 10th-12th, 2016

June 10-11-12th! First SES CAMPING Trip of the year! We’ve already reserved 2 spots (2 RVs and 4 tents) at Gerald Freeman Campground (Sutton Lake) as we’ve had many SES Camping Trips there! Next to the lake, Pontoon & Fishing boat rentals, fish from the shore, walking trails. But the BEST part is sitting around the campfire and our FOOD! Right now, estimated price is no more than $40 per person which includes your camping spot for 2 nights and 5 meals (our Breakfasts are awesome!). Will have a Dessert Contest on Sat night, Best decorated tent (or RV ) for “Flag Day” to show your Spirit. Both contests will have prizes and certificate! Cornhole, Badminton, LCR, Cards and if someone has horseshoes, bring them, etc. as well. If you are interested, need to let Connie or Nancy know asap so we will know if we have to reserve more spots. If you want to go camping, but don’t have a tent, we may be able to help. We’ve had some folks just sleep in their cars as they enjoy the relaxation, food and fun we have on these trips. You can view pictures of our other camping trips on the SES site! Again, if you may be interested, need to let one of us know! Money will be due at the June 4th Dance. More details on the SES internet site or on the FB Group Event page! Nancy (304) 925-8024 or Connie (304) 419-1400. All you have to bring is your own drinks (but we will provide coffee for breakfast).

Friday evening: Bar-B-Qs, Baked Beans, Pasta Salad, Weiner Roast & Smores; Sat Breakfast Personalized Omelets, Bacon or Sausage, Biscuits; Lunch Ham & Cheese Sandwiches, chips, watermelon, etc., Sat dinner: still working on, looking at rib-eyes, ribs, shish-ka-bobs or something special; Night Dessert Contest, Sunday breakfast French Toast with sausage or bacon, etc.

Gerald Freeman Campground is nestled in the headwaters of Sutton Lake in central West Virginia. The 159-site campground has shower houses, launch ramps, playgrounds, and a marina with a snack bar. Sutton Lake and the adjoining Elk River Wildlife Management Area offers visitors over 20,000 acres of forests and fields, and 1,440 acres of water for boating and biking, swimming and skiing, hiking and hunting, fishing and frolicking, resting and relaxing. Wildlife is abundant and fish are plentiful! Local attractions include a riding stable, canoe livery, outlet mall, and a bowling alley. Pets are permitted in the campground, but they must be controlled/ restricted by the owner on a leash no longer than six feet. State law requires children 14 and under to wear a helmet while riding bicycles. For safety, lights must be operated on bicycles from sunset to sunrise.

Getting There: Gerald Freeman Camp (WV), PO BOX 426, Sutton WV 26601-0426
Phone Park for More Information: (304) 765-7756

Approximately 70 miles north of Charleston, WV, and 60 miles south of Clarksburg, WV. On I-79, take Exit 67 (Flatwoods Exit) to SR 4. Turn right on SR 4 and go 1 mile - Go Mart on the Corner. Turn left on SR 15 and follow 12 miles to Gerald Freeman Campground.

NOTE: The Snack Shack at the Gerald R. Freeman Campground closes after Labor Day

CAMPING NEWS UPDATE

Only $40.00 for all your homemade meals all weekend

Click here to see pictures of the campground
Gerald Freeman Campground Flyer with Map - PDF File
Campsite Map Only - PDF File
Personal Items - you might need :-) - PDF File
Items Needed - if you can provide any of these items - let us know

Camping Checklist

Where: Chapel Road in Gassaway (map)
The Braxton Jamboree features bluegrass and country music and is held every Friday starting at 7pm. Talent from around the state gather for a great time! Admission is $5.00 per Couple and $3.00 per Single. The Jamboree is located on Chapel Road in Gassaway WV For more information you can call Lena at 304-364-5577

Do you like games - Volleyball, Horseshoes, Corn Hole, Badminton, LCR, Card Games, Spades, etc.

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

Want to hit up a flea market - D&D Auctions on the way to the Gerald Freeman Campground has a flea market on Fridays and public country auction on Saturday night - 5526 Airport Rd, Sutton, West Virginia 26601 Hours Sat: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Fishermen find bass, crappie, catfish, and sunfish plentiful in the lake. The Elk River below the dam is well known for muskie and walleye fishing, and trout are stocked in the Down Stream Area in the spring and fall. A handicap accessible fishing pier has been constructed at the Downstream Area to offer easier access to the quality fishing below the dam. Of course, you do not have to be a fisherman to enjoy the natural beauty on and around Sutton Lake. Sportsmen are required to have a West Virginia hunting and/or fishing license. Additional information on West Virginia's fishing laws can be obtained from the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources at P.O. Box 38, French Creek, WV, 26218, or by clicking on the link WV Fishing .

Do you like Art & History - Downtown Sutton Historic District & Art Galleries. Take a step back in time as you stroll along the historic brick streets of Sutton WV.