The history of camp char le maude

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Camp  Char Le Maude has been providing youth adventure from the shores of  Barton Lake since the late 1940's.  Camp Char Le Maude is named in honor  of Charles and Maude Aulms, who donated this beautiful lake front property in 1948.  

In  the late summer and early fall of 1948 Volunteers from Vicksburg ,   including the Rotary Club and community leaders, began construction of a  cabin. This cabin included a basement and main floor structure complete  with an open hearth stone fireplace.

Since 1948 this cabin has served as a home base to youth outdoor adventure  including camping, canoeing, and fishing. It has also served as a  meeting location for many groups including Boy Scout Troops, Girl Scout  Troops, the Barton Lake Association, and many others.

The Cabin at Camp Char Le Maude on beautiful Barton Lake has been the gateway to youth adventure for over 70 years!

The Cabin at Camp Char Le Maude has served youth for 70 years. Today, it is in desperate need of updating and repair.  In  2017 The Friends of Vicksburg Youth began the planning process to  assure Camp Char Le Maude is available to all future generations.

Step 1. 

We  replaced the aging and leaking roof. This was completed in the fall of  2017. Funding was made possible by our Sporting Clays Classic fundraiser  as well as private donors.

Step 2. 

We assembled a Board of Directors that is 

dedicated to creating a master plan for Camp Char Le Maude that meets the needs of youth not only today, but also tomorrow.

Step 3. 

With the help of additional community volunteers, industry 

professionals,  and donors, we will work hard to complete the master plan to assure  Camp Char Le Maude remains a gateway to youth outdoor adventure for  generations to come.