miws
Roadless Traveler, please take Kevin’s and JoB’s advice.
I lived in Nickelsville for around 7 months last year, until health issues made it necessary to seek indoor options.
As Jo mentioned, it has its downsides. But, it has a great upside as well, in that it is relatively clean, and relatively safe. It’s much better than simply pitching a tent in the woods, and not knowing how safe you, or any possessions might be.
As long as your name doesn’t show up on the sex offender registry, that you have a valid, unexpired, Govt issued picture ID (ie; driver’s license, or State ID from any State), and are not under the influence, or in possession of, alcohol or drugs, anytime you are in Camp, you should have no problem on your Intake.
As far as any good or bad you may hear about NV, I always compared it to many other life situations; work, family, friends, there’s some pretty damn good folks, and some maybe that are so good.
If you keep your nose clean and follow the Camp Rules, participate in all required Camp Activities
(working Security shifts, getting your monthly Participation Credit, attending the Mandatory Camp Meeting on Sunday evenings, you should do just fine.
I made some, likely to be lifelong, friends down there.
If you want to call the Camp directly for anything, the Camp cell # is: 206-450-5268.
Because of Nickelsville, some very good friends, and other support, I am on my way to getting back into permanent housing.
Best of luck to you.
Mike