The 1,380-foot-long John Gottschalk Boardwalk is a pedestrian path that traverses the wetlands along the southern shore of Goodrich Lake from the far western edge of Scott Summit Center to the Ray and Deborah Dillon Amphitheater just behind Summit Stadium.
Learn more about the philanthropist whose generous gift brought this venue to life at the Summit Bechtel Reserve: John Gottschalk
Situated in the wilds of West Virginia, The Summit Bechtel Reserve is a training, Scouting, and adventure center for the millions of youth and adults involved in Scouting America and anyone who loves the outdoors. The Summit Bechtel Reserve is also home to the National Scout Jamboree and the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base.
The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
