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The Archery
program at Camp Wauwepex offers instructions in the correct handling of
the bow and arrows, as well as facilities and instructions for the making
of Archery equipment.
Dexter Press card #22049-B
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The Rifle Range
at Camp Wauwepex offers training in the safe handling of firearms as well as
Marksmanship Merit Badge and Hunter Safety.
Dexter Press card #22053-B
Photo by F. Gerard Moran |
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Dining
Halls at Camp Wauwepex and Onteora Scout Reservation serve over
6000 meals each day. Meals are prepared by professional chefs in
modern well equipped kitchens. All meals are served family style
with a scout at each table serving as host. Both camps are under the
direction of Nassau County Council, Boy Scouts of America.
Dexter Press card #22866-B
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
Circa 1959
(This card of the dining hall was for use at both
Onteora and Wauwepex. It's believed that this picture was actually
taken at Wauwepex.)
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The
entrance to Camp Wauwepex has been the doorway to great adventure for
many thousands of Scouts over the past 38 years.
Dexter Press card #34119-B
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
Circa 1960
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"Buddies"
is a familiar call at swim time to insure a safe swim. Our three
modern waterfronts at Camp Wauwepex draw over 1000 Scouts each day to
a full program of Swimming, boating and canoeing activities.
Dexter Press card #34120-B
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
Circa 1960
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The Hayden Dining Hall at
Camp Wauwepex, Wading River, Long Island is one of the three modern well equipped
dining halls in the camp serving the finest of food, prepared by professional chefs.
Dexter Press card #46293-B
Published by F.G. Moran, East Meadow NY
(This photo is from 1960.
The staff member in the lower right with the
yellow neckerchief and glasses is Father Dave Reddy. He was the camp
Catholic Chaplain for many years. He died in 1986 on Easter Island.)
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A small informal
campfire is a highlight adventure in the camping experience of a Scout at
Camp Wauwepex, Wading River, Long Island. Dexter Press card #46291-B
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
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Camping at Camp
Wauwepex, Wading River, Long Island, provides an excellent opportunity for
learning of Scouting Skills and the completion of advancement in a an
atmosphere of Scouting under the guidance of a trained staff.
Dexter Press card #46295-B
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
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Deep Pond at Camp
Wauwepex, Wading River, L.I., N.Y., offers the finest in Aquatic Training.
Dexter Press card #51828-C
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
Issued in 1969
(This is the waterfront at the east end of the lake)
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Traditions of the
American Indian are carried on at Camp Wauwepex, Wading River, L.I., N.Y.,
by the Buckskin Lodge of the Order of the Arrow.
Dexter Press card #51829-C
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
Issued in 1969
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Indian Ceremonials have
long been a highlight for both Scouts and Visitors at Camp Wauwepex, Wading
River, Long Island. Dexter Press card #60135-B
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
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Swimming, Lifesaving,
Boating and Canoeing are all enjoyed at the Nassau County Council BSA Camp
Wauwepex at Wading River, L.I., N.Y. Dexter
Press card #64584-C
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
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A Patrol prepares
for the hiking adventure on the many trails at Camp Wauwepex, Nassau
County Boy Scouts of America, Wading River, L.I., N.Y
Dexter Press card #68471-B
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
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The opportunities
of learning Traditional Folklore and skills are available at the
Handicraft Lodge at Camp Wauwepex, Nassau County Boy Scouts of America,
Wading River, L.I., N.Y.
Dexter Press card #74447-B
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
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Camp Wauwepex,
the 640 acre Council Camp at Wading River, Long Island, N.Y. where
thousands of Scouts have the opportunity to practice and learn Scouting
skills under trained leadership.
Dexter Press card #99063A
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
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The traditions of
the early inhabitants of Long Island are still carried on by the
"Indians" of the Buckskin Lodge of the Order of the Arrow at Camp Wauwepex,
Nassau County Council, Boy Scouts of America, Wading River, Long Island,
N.Y. Dexter Press card #99064A
Photo by F. Gerard Moran |
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Camp Wauwepex, Nassau County
Council, Boy Scouts of America,
Wading River, Long Island, N.Y. provides opportunity for adventure,
advancement and the learning of outdoor skills for the Scouts of Nassau
County.
Dexter Press card #99065A
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
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"Deep
Pond" Place of good water at Camp Wauwepex, Nassau County Council,
Boy Scouts of America, Wading River, Long Island, N.Y. One of three Water
Fronts used by over 1000 Scouts each day as part of the aquatic safety
program.
Dexter Press card #99073A
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
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"Formal
Retreat" at Camp Wauwepex, Nassau County Council, Boy Scouts of
America, Wading River, Long Island, N.Y. Over 1000 Scouts participating in
a better understanding of Citizenship.
Dexter Press card #99109A
Photo by F. Gerard Moran
(This card also exists with the following
fund-raising message printed in script on the reverse side: "Thank you for
your help in making it possible for me to have fun at Scout Camp. It sure
is great. (signed) A Scout Camper")
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