CDCR-Intermountain Conservation Camp #22

You can support your loved ones at Intermountain Camp #22 on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 530-294-5361.

Intermountain Camp #22 is a minimum-security facility under CDCR supervision, this camp plays a crucial role in supporting government agencies during emergency responses to wildfires, floods, and other natural or man-made disasters. Additionally, camp crews contribute to park maintenance, assist with flood mitigation through sandbagging, and participate in reforestation projects. Participation in the Conservation (Fire) Camp Program is entirely voluntary for incarcerated individuals. Those who choose to volunteer must meet specific eligibility criteria aimed at ensuring public safety. These include avenues for criminal record expungement, creating new pathways for employment, and aiding in their successful reintegration into society.

Intermountain Conservation Camp #22, operated jointly by CDCR and CAL FIRE, plays a critical role in supporting emergency responders during wildfires, floods, and other crises. Established in 1959 on an 80-acre parcel of land, the camp underwent initial challenges, including water supply logistics. However, by June 1962, with the installation of necessary infrastructure, the camp was fully operational.

When not engaged in firefighting duties, incarcerated hand crews at Intermountain Conservation Camp undertake a variety of community service and conservation projects, as determined by CAL FIRE. These include building shaded fuel breaks along highways, assisting local fire-safe councils with vegetation control, and participating in habitat restoration efforts.

The camp's contributions extend to various public entities and organizations, including the California Department of Transportation, local school districts, wildlife areas, and hospitals. Projects range from painting and fence-building to campground cleanup and fire defense improvement, benefiting communities across Shasta County and beyond.

Through these efforts, Intermountain Conservation Camp provides tens of thousands of hours of project and conservation work annually, demonstrating its commitment to supporting local communities and enhancing environmental stewardship. Additionally, the camp's in-house metal fabrication project further contributes to its operational capabilities and inmate skill development.

Connect with your Inmate

The camp offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.

Books and magazines ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. The Jail enforces this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.

Inmate workers are chosen based on conduct and cooperation with staff. Participation in the community service program can sometimes reduce sentences. Commissary is available weekly, and on holidays, there may be increased spending limits. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee. Indigent inmates are provided with all essential basic hygiene items including USPS stamps and writing materials.