CDCR-Trinity River Conservation Camp #3

You can support your loved ones at Trinity River Camp #3 on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 530-286-2880.

Trinity River Camp #3 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.

Trinity River Camp #3, a collaboration between CDCR and CAL FIRE, serves as a vital hub for incarcerated fire crews primarily engaged in fire suppression efforts in Trinity, Shasta, and Siskiyou Counties. Beyond firefighting, camp hand crews contribute to flood response, conservation initiatives, and community services for local, state, and federal government agencies.

Established in May 1988, Trinity River Conservation Camp places CDCR in charge of the security, supervision, care, and discipline of incarcerated participants, while CAL FIRE oversees camp maintenance, supervises fire crew work, and ensures their custody during daily projects. In emergencies, CDCR staff may accompany hand crews to provide additional support and security.

Participation in the Conservation Camp Program is voluntary, with no involuntary assignments. Throughout each calendar year, Trinity River Conservation Camp provides tens of thousands of work hours for local, state, and federal government agencies through conservation and project work. In addition to these efforts, incarcerated fire crews dedicate several thousand hours to firefighting and emergency work.

The camp's in-camp projects include a sawmill, mill, and cabinet shop where crews build and repair office furniture, construct wooden signs, and fabricate picnic benches for government agencies. Furthermore, Trinity River Conservation Camp boasts a Mobile Kitchen Unit (MKU), which feeds thousands of firefighters during emergency assignments for fires, flood control, and natural disasters.

Additionally, the Camp houses a sewing and upholstery workshop along with a welding area, providing opportunities for incarcerated individuals to develop valuable skills while contributing to various projects and emergency responses. Through these initiatives, Trinity River Conservation Camp fulfills its mission of firefighting and community service, demonstrating its commitment to public safety and support for government agencies in times of need.

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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, with orders submitted via kiosk two days in advance. 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.