Norway Spruce was the choice of the OA to plant at the North End of the Athletic Field…
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Eagle Grove and Scouters Grove were planted on either end of the Athletic Field in 1930. Chester County Council Scouts planted a new tree in Eagle Grove upon reaching the rank of Eagle for many years while the trees in Scouters Grove honored Council adult leaders.
An early picture of the Eagle's Grove taken from the White House or Kindness Center.
Chapel View
Contributed by Anonymous
Kindness Center, the White House and OA Lodge are all clearly visible in this photo from the 1950's.
Chapel View
1946 – Contributed by Anonymous
The scenic view of Camp from the Chapel has always been a photographer favorite. The size of the trees in Eagle's Grove would date this photo to the mid-forties.
Athletic Field
1930 – Contributed by Anonymous
<strong>CC Cole's</strong> horse, Sandy and the Camp burros, Ramsay and Ishbel, graze on the athletic field around 1930. The newly planted Spruces of Eagle's Grove and the Swinging Bridge spanning the Octoraro are also visible.
Early Eagle Grove
1930 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Here is a photo from most likely 1930 shortly after Norway Spruce trees are planted as part of Eagle Grove. Scouters Grove can also be seen in the distance.
Camp View
1930 – Contributed by Anonymous
This view from the hill overlooking the Octoraro clearly shows the newly planted Eagle's Grove, the Camp Road, Dining Hall, White House and Kindness Center.
View from Athletic Field
Contributed by Anonymous
This early view (circa 1936) shows the young trees of Eagle's Grove as well as the White House, Kindness Center and Browning Lodge.
Eagle Grove
Contributed by Rev. James Goudie
The trees of Eagle Grove in the '70s as seen from Flagpole Hill.
Eagle Grove
2002 – Contributed by Andrew Smith
Here is a lovely view of Eagle's Grove in Camp Horseshoe.
Eagle Grove
2006 – Contributed by Anonymous
Here is a picturesque look at Eagle grove on a rainy morning.
Eagle Grove Flooding
2021 – Contributed by Anonymous
Hurricane Ida flooded much of Camp Horseshoe in August 2021, including the entirety of Eagle Grove.
Eagle Grove Rows
2000 – Contributed by Andrew Smith
Rows of Norway Spruce trees in Eagle Grove.
Eagle Grove Wood Piles
2026 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Eagle Grove in 2026 with wood piles of fallen Norway Spruce trees.
Eagle Grove in 2026
2026 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Eagle Grove from a slightly elevated vantage point on the old camp road.
Scouters Grove
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This display shows Scouters Grove in all its glory.
Scouter's Grove
Contributed by Anonymous
Scouter's Grove, the Octoraro and the Athletic Field are all clearly visible from Flag Pole Hill in this photo from around 1940.
Aerial – Pool & Athletic Field
1930 – Contributed by Anonymous
This aerial photo dates back to around 1930. Note the sparkling new pool, and tiny Spruce trees in Eagles' and Scouters' Groves.
Aerial of Pool
Contributed by Anonymous
The trees in Scouters' Grove are considerably bigger than the earlier photos but the pool still looks sparkling new. Does anyone want to take a stab at the date of this one?
Aerial Photo
Contributed by Anonymous
The quarry, Scouters' Grove and Eagles' Grove all stand out from the air.
Videos
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Here are a few videos chronicling Eagle Grove from various ages.
Morning Wakeup Troop 31 Trailblazers are treated to a morning serenade from the staff during Outpost in Eagle Grove. 2015 – Contributed by AnonymousEagle Grove Eagle Grove in 1943, with very short trees. 1943 – Contributed by Tom McCabe
Ernie Heegard gives a tour of Eagle Grove. 2023 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
Documents
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This display contains any relevant documents to Eagle Grove.
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This letter from the 1937 Octoraro Chief invites Eagle Scouts to purchase a tree to be planted in Eagle Grove.
1937 – Contributed by James H. Gawthrop
This letter from the 1937 Octoraro Chief invites Eagle Scouts to purchase a tree to be planted in Eagle Grove.
1937 – Contributed by James H. Gawthrop
Newspaper Articles
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Here you will find a few newspaper articles about the Eagle Grove and Scouters Grove projects.
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From the October 5, 1929 edition of Daily Local News, the article talks about Octoraro Lodge 22 planting the Norway spruce trees at the North end of the athletic field with the expectation another grove will be planted at the South end by the Scoutmasters.
1929 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
From the October 5, 1929 edition of Daily Local News, the article talks about Octoraro Lodge 22 planting the Norway spruce trees at the North end of the athletic field with the expectation another grove will be planted at the South end by the Scoutmasters.
1929 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
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From the October 28, 1929 edition of the Coatesville Record, the article talks about Octoraro Lodge 22 planting thirty-four trees at Camp Horseshoe to honor Eagle Scouts.
1929 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
From the October 28, 1929 edition of the Coatesville Record, the article talks about Octoraro Lodge 22 planting thirty-four trees at Camp Horseshoe to honor Eagle Scouts.
1929 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
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From the October 31, 1929 edition of the Oxford Press, this article talks about the 34 Norway spruce trees being planted in honor of Chester County Eagle Scouts.
1929 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
From the October 31, 1929 edition of the Oxford Press, this article talks about the 34 Norway spruce trees being planted in honor of Chester County Eagle Scouts.
1929 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
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From the November 16, 1929 edition of the Daily Local News, this article talks about Gilbert McIlvaine spending time at Horseshoe to plant trees with his troop. These trees would eventually grow into Scouters Grove.
1929 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
From the November 16, 1929 edition of the Daily Local News, this article talks about Gilbert McIlvaine spending time at Horseshoe to plant trees with his troop. These trees would eventually grow into Scouters Grove.
1929 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
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From the May 18, 1934 edition of The Midland Journal, this article talks about the Eagle Grove dedication on May 6, 1934 and the dignitaries who were there to speak on the project.
1934 – Contributed by Andrew Coe
From the May 18, 1934 edition of The Midland Journal, this article talks about the Eagle Grove dedication on May 6, 1934 and the dignitaries who were there to speak on the project.
