Wonderful West Virginia Magazine Mar 1988 pg 18-22 "CCC Days in W.VA" by John H. Woods Pictures of the camp by E.V. HOUSTON Article describes John H. Woods experiences at Cabwaylingo State Forest and the CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps) in 1935 until 1938 when his unit was transferred to Nevada. The young men worked for the state from 8 to 4 and the balance of time they were under the jurisdiction of the Army. Lived in barracks, ate in mess halls, roll call per Army regulations. Wore uniforms (olive drab for winter, khaki for summer and blue denim worksuits). They surveyed the state forest area and put up single wire fence around the boundary. There were fire fighting crews. They did brush removal, and counted game. The trees were counted. The men built a fire tower on Tick Ridge. He describes what he learned and how valuable the experience was. They learned discipline, were furnished their meals, clothing, medical and the training + $30. per month. In the 1930 that was good pay. $25 of the $30. was sent to the families so they had $5. to spend. In the late 30s the whole company was transferred to Moapa, NV. They worked uner the Division of Grazing. There is now a CCC Alumni group. There are thousands of members. Mr. Woods currently lives in Marshall, MO. (this was 1988 issue) ===========================end===========================