Formerly known the Chopawamsic Recreational Demonstration Area, the area helped provide shelter, food and a place to escape for underprivileged youth, mothers and toddlers. While visiting the cabin camps (show above), the children would come together with other youth and enjoy nature. - Formerly known the Chopawamsic Recreational Demonstration Area, the area helped provide shelter, food and a place to escape for underprivileged youth, mothers and toddlers. While visiting the cabin camps (show above), the children would come together with other youth and enjoy nature.