Summit Bechtel Reserve

Our Home at the Summit

The Science Adventure School is lucky enough to call the Summit Bechtel Reserve our first "home." Built in 2010, “The Summit” is also home to the National Scout Jamboree and the fourth Boy Scouts of America high adventure base in the United States. The site hosts an impressive number of different program venues across its 10,000 acres. Here are some of the areas that Science Adventure School has used in our program:

Sustainability Tree House

The Sustainability Tree House is a living education center that immerses students in the concepts of sustainability. Students will explore hands-on demonstrations of diverse aspects of the forest ecosystem and its interconnections, as well as how they can sustain nature for future generations. Between the local timber used to build the structure, the rainwater recovery system, and the wind and solar-generated energy, the Sustainability Tree House is not just a living classroom, it’s an adventure.

Boulder Cove Climbing Wall

The best way to be a successful climber is to understand how your equipment works, your own body mechanics, and even a little bit about the rocks you’re climbing. That’s exactly what students can expect to discover while they cheer each other to the top of the wall.

Summit Tents

When you sleep at the Summit, you're going to be sleeping in style! Spacious enough for you and three of your newest friends, this canvas platform tent is sturdy and protective from the elements. It’s the perfect set-up for the first-time camper. We can’t wait to show you around your new home for the week!

Students and staff float in canoes and kayaks on Goodrich Lake at the Summit, surrounded by green hills.

Wild and Wonderful Environment

From lakes and wetlands to fields and forests, the Summit features a variety of outdoor landscapes that serve as outdoor classrooms and recreational playgrounds. The Summit is a great example of how careful planning can restore habitat for wildlife and people alike.

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