Natural Environment - Great Chatham County Camp Out

Sponsored by Central Electric

The Chatham County community was invited to spend the night camping at a designated campsite, in your own backyard, a homemade fort, and for one night only, at the B. Everett Jordan Dam!

Chatham 250 offered Camp Out Kits and FREE In-Person Camping at B. Everett Jordan Dam.

Camp Out Kits

Chatham 250 offered Camp Out Kits for our distance and at-home campers. These kits included smores supplies, a bandana, and a few surprises for our event sponsors. The kit also included a login information for livestream programming during the camp out.

In-Person Camping at B. Everett Jordan Dam

For *one-night-only* B. Everett Jordan Dam was open for camping to celebrate the Great Chatham County Camp Out. The FREE in-person Camp Out included an exciting evening of cultural and nature programs, including storytelling with  Bynum Front Porch storyteller Cindy Raxter, a campfire sing-a-long with musician Eric Sommer, guided hikes and ranger programs with the staff from B. Everett Jordan Dam.

Get Ready for the Camp Out!

Chatham 250 created a special Great Chatham County Camp Out YouTube playlist featuring camping tips and nature videos.

Camping and Nature in Chatham County

Camp overnight at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area (JLSRA). More than 1,000 campsites of varying levels offer inviting views, with additional opportunities to celebrate nature through hikes, fishing, sailing, and more.

Like camping but want to make it mobile? Chatham County is home to RV parks, available as you roam. Try Cotten’s Campground or Dickens RV Park.

For daytime nature exploration, find detailed information online for different nature parks, access points, and outfitters.

And, as always, remember to enjoy your time and Leave No Trace.