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El Dorado County Grand Jury • 2013-2014

El Dorado County Grand Jury 2013-2014 Growlersburg Conservation Camp Inspection Case Number Gj-13-04 Reason for Report

Published: September 30, 2013 2 pages
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Findings 9 findings

F1
The CDCR staff and Cal Fire staff at Growlersburg appear to interact well with each other and do a good job managing Growlersburg Conservation Camp.
F2
Although built in 1967, this facility has been well maintained.
F3
The jury members observed good morale at Growlersburg Fire Camp based on positive comments from several inmates.
F4
This facility is reasonably self-sufficient. The inmates manage kitchen and laundry services, as well as most repair and maintenance issues. This facility has an on-site garden, which produces over 3,000 pounds of produce each year for camp consumption.
F5
We were served the same food as the inmates, and found it quite satisfactory.
F6
This facility prepares inmates for life after incarceration. This includes teaching skills in carpentry, mechanics, lumber milling and firefighting.
F7
Recreational time is supported by the above mentioned wood working and mechanics shops, an arts and craft area, library, and physical fitness area.
F8
Growlersburg operates an 18-wheeler “mobile kitchen” for use at fire sites. It is capable of providing up to 5,000 meals per day.
F9
The facility has a family-friendly area for inmates’ families to visit during times when inmates are not out on fire suppression activities. EVALUATION OF FINDINGS Given the many inmate programs and opportunities and the good morale at Growlersburg, we consider this facility deserving of a commendation for excellent management.

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