The nature around B.-P. Park is very rich but suffers from the environmental condition of the vast Mignone River springs area. The vegetation is characterized, in the drier areas and in the more elevated areas, by the presence of oak forests (which lose their leaves when temperature goes down) dominated by white oak, and also by other kinds of trees that prefer more humid environments like Turkey oak, “farnia” oak (Quercus robur or pedunculata typical of western Europe), and hornbeam. There are also more water-loving species of tree in the valley near the crevices, frequently including examples of spontaneous vegetation that emerged in abandoned fields. |
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The woods are therefore mostly composed of white oaks, Turkey oaks, and some “farnia” oaks that, together with maples, hornbeams, and flowering ashes, create thick cover over the territory. The more humid areas are instead dominated by swampy trees, and near the crevices there are weeping willows, “salicornie” (herbaceous plants) and poplars. | |||
White oak: When in northern Lazio we say “oak” we are actually referring to the white oak. In fact, it’s the most common type of oak. The lower part of its leaves are covered by a whitish down, making it easy to recognize. |
“Farnia” oak: This oak tree needs fertile and humid ground to grow on. Some rare and majestic examples line lawns and streets. It’s easily recognizable since it’s the only kind of oak whose acorns have a petiole. |
Willow: It’s recognized by the silver reflections on its leaves. Its roots keep swampy grounds solid. It spreads easily and every broken branch is potentially a new tree.
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Maple: A few examples, no longer cropped, are now small trees with very thick foliage. |
The ground is very rich in arbustive plants, among which many “rosaceae” (fundamental for birds’ nutrition) like dogroses, hawthorns, plum-trees, and wild apple trees. There are also hazel-trees, cornel-tree, medlars, and sorbs. | |||
Hawthorns: This small tree blooms in the early springtime, decorating the hedges with white flowers. |
Dogroses: This plant’s flowers last only for a few days in spring, though its fruit resists all winter long and is eaten by many wild animals. |
Plum-trees: The hedges formed by this tree are the most contorted, and its spiny branches discourage anyone from trying to pass through. Its fruit is very sour but birds enjoy it. |
Hazel-trees: They are found around the edge of the woods. In October you can pick its fruit: chestnuts. In this area this plant is widely grown.
B.-P. Park is rich in caves and grottos, thanks to the presence of tuff which is easy to dig. Many of these caves have been used since the times of the Etruscans.
Excursions
Rome Audience from the Papa to Rome, the Wednesday. For the groups that camp to B.-P. Park, upon request, there is the possibility of spend one night in Rome in a scout den. For more informations: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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Etruria 6 excursions through the territory of the Southern Etruria and, between the other, to close Marturanum Park , Barbarano Romano (Etruscan necropoli) |
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GENERAL INFORMATION
(We suggest you to look also the FAQ's page)
B.-P. Park is the first permanent scout/guide camp in Italy. It was made thanks to the efforts of many scout groups eager to dedicate it to the founder of scouting... |
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...Robert Baden-Powell, |
B.-P. for a friends |
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Indoor structures: Den for Cubs and Brownies: two huts (prefabricated houses), the first has 30 bunk beds, the second is divided into : kitchen area furnished of a working table, two gas-stoves, an oven and 4 refrigerators; table area has 6 tables and benches (48/60 seats). Outdoor structures: More than 100 taps with drinking water located in 13 different areas, 30 toilets in different areas (squat on toilette and regular toilets for handicapped) and cold showers, places for camping and for big events, the prayer's corner and a fitness course. |
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Equipment: the groups occupying the den are provided with pots, pans forks knives and spoons, salad-bowls, buckets, brooms etcetera. On request they can also be provided of working tools (shovels, picks, hammers etcetera). Supplies: the closest village, Bassano Romano, is 6 km away. : the closest chemist's shop is in Bassano Romano, where it is also possible to find a doctor. A General Hospital is at Bracciano at about 20 km away from the Park. Holy Mass: in July and August is possible to ask for the Mass celebration(please ask it in advance to the camp responsible). Moreover, the Benedictine Monks of S. Vincenzo Martire Monastery are available for meditations and prayers. Lumber for constructions: it is possible to rent lumber for construtions (cost 1,50 € for piece). To be asked to camp responsible.
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Activities at B. P. Park B. P. Park, listed in WTSIE (Where To Stay In Europe) directory, is glad to propose all camping scout units some of the following activities, in July and August : |
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Bank Transfer : To B.P. Park c/o Credito Cooperativo Agenzia n.105 Roma - IBAN: IT 55 M 08327 03239 000000001590 BIC SWIFT: ROMA IT RR XXX
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Would you like to become a member?! Some groups after camping at B.-P. Park asked to become a member and their "camping fee" for the camp was considered as an advance payment of the membership fee. |
Would you give us a hand?
Do not leave rubbish in the camp; please, put it in the public garbage containers outside the camp, according with the calendar(available on site); do not dig holes; do not cut trees nor branches. Buses are to be left 500 meters away; cars are not allowed to ride inside the park . Every unit (member or not) that wants to come to B.- P. Park must inform us in advance. This is necessary also in order to have information about train timetable, to make shuttle reservations. (the train does not stop at Bassano station , there is a shuttle service in jiunction to some trains on Saturdays and Sundays). Our addresses are in the home page. Usually a leader is available at B. P. Park during the summer camps, to assisting the units and for assigning camping areas and also to cooperate for anything the campers might need.
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Where: B.-P. Park - Località l’Aiola - 01030 Bassano Romano -VT- Italy 380 meters over the sea level. "B.-P. Park APS" Association - Via Picardi, 6 - 00197 Roma |