Join Us! Secure the Future of Camp Pico Blanco

Our Story

Friends, Camp Pico Blanco is situated in the beautiful old growth costal redwood forest of the Calif. Big Sur, Vantana Wilderness area. Our goal is to make an impact on the options available for the outdoor experiences of all youth, including Scouting youth. Please help preserve the amazing wilderness property for generations to come.

White Stag Monterey has accepted the sole responsibility of paying the debt on the Pico purchase, and we have a very short deadline to raise the funds.

Camp Pico Blanco has always been a special place for White Stag. The White Stag Program ran its first Summer training program there in 1958, and each subsequent summer program for the next 20 years. When the opportunity came up to purchase the wonderful property White Stag had no choice but to try and secure it.

About the Purchase of Camp Pico Blanco

The White Stag program was founded at Pico Blanco Scout Reservation in 1958 by Bela Banathy. Over the years, the White Stag program became deeply intertwined with the camp. In the Fall of 2021, Pico Blanco went up for sale. To financially manage the purchase, White Stag originally had two partners. That partnership was not fully realized and now White Stag must manage the full debt alone. The purchase agreement allows the Scouting Program access and use of the core camp into perpetuity.

More information about White Stag Leadership Development Academy:

The White Stag program develops future leaders by teaching leadership skills to youth ages 10-17 in a multi-year outdoor program. Kids learn through hands-on experiences and practice. The program is completely youth-led with adult coaching and oversight. Individuals gain confidence and the social and emotional intelligence needed to engage in helping their communities, schools, and groups thrive.

Mission Statement:

"To enhance the quality and character of individuals and empower them to

influence their communities and environment in a positive manner"

White Stag Youth Leadership Development Academy, Inc. is an all-volunteer, 501c3 public benefit organization located in Monterey, CA. 100% of donations received for this Go-Fund-Me will go to directly to relieve the purchase debt of Camp Pico Blanco. Contributions are generally tax-deductible - EIN #20-3271014.

For media inquiries, private donations, and additional information requests, please contact Steve Cardinalli.