We require all participants to wear life-jackets for boating, and certified lifeguards must be on duty. Spend an evening by the fire roasting marshmallows, sharing songs or stories, or simply basking in the warmth of the embers. Several fire-rings scattered throughout camp, indoor and outdoor fireplaces, and a large sheltered picnic area make Niwana ideal for outdoor cooking and barbecues. A large outdoor amphitheater, traditionally called Council Fire, is on the shore of the lake with a beautiful view of the water and the main part of camp. Outdoor living skills Build fires and shelters, cook outdoors and learn minimum impact camping.
Tent camping is available at several sites, some with water and rustic shelters.
The woods are networked with trails, and some areas are quite sparse with brush, lending themselves nicely to learning map and compass skills. A great variety of meeting rooms, recreation rooms, lodges and outdoor meeting spaces give Sealth the flexibility to meet many needs. Capacities listed are maximums in accordance with our standards. They all lie slightly removed from each other and the three units in outer-camp and are just a few minutes walk from the main lodge. The unit has its own central washstand and flush toilets.