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California Wilderness Trips
Teaching Kids Self-Reliance and Enviornmental Awareness
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California wilderness trips provide eye opening experiences for children of all ages and ability levels. With California wilderness trips your child will participate in many outdoor activities including backpacking, camping, canoeing, climbing and many others.
California parents can be assured their child will be supervised by knowledgeable and highly trained staff to encourage your child in their independent pursuit to learn about the world and their environment. California kids will learn self-reliance and build confidence in themselves through educational experiences while discovering new and exciting places.
With the growing need for environmental awareness camps throughout the country and especially in California have continued to enhance and expand their wilderness trip programs.
The following are some highly recommended travel and tour programs servicing California. These programs have passed 300 stringent standards and thus are accredited by the World Camp Association and the American Camping Association:
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Wilderness Trips Camps in the California Region are:
Pali Overnight Adventures Running Springs,CA http://www.paliadventures.com 909-867-5743
Pali Overnight Adventures caters to campers aged 7-16 and offers 12 specialties, including Secret Agent, Rockstar, Fashion Design, and Hollywood Stunt Camp.
Bar 717 Ranch/Camp Trinity Hayfork,CA http://www.bar717.com 530-628-5992
Beautiful mountain ranch camp teaching responsibility for oneself & others in a noncompetitive supportive environment.
Bearskin Meadow Camp Kings Canyon National,CA http://www.dyf.org 925-680-4994
Since 1938, residential summer camp serving children, teens & families affected by type-1 diabetes. Providing innovate programs combining education & recreation
Camp Augusta Nevada City,CA http://www.campaugusta.org 530-265-3702
Camp Augusta offers boys & girls the opportunity to learn through specialized camp activities in an outdoor environment.
Camp JCA Shalom Malibu,CA http://www.campjcashalom.com 818-889-5500
Beautiful Malibu; caring environment, every camper counts; emphasis on Jewish culture; outdoor adventure, nature & fun.
Camp Kochav Jewish Comm Ctr San Francisco,CA http://www.jccsf.org 415-292-1265
Open to children of all faiths and backgrounds. Swimming, art, field trips, overnights, sports, drama, Jewish content, and teen programs.
Camp Krem - Camping Unlimited Boulder Creek,CA http://www.campingunlimited.com 510-222-6662
Santa Cruz Mountains, residential summer camp for children and adults with disabilities. Traditional, free-choice programs, cabin, outdoor and travel camping.
Camp Max Straus Los Angeles,CA http://www.campmaxstraus.org 323-761-8675
Camp Max Straus is a resident summer camp providing recreational activities for underprivileged children between the ages of 7-12, residing in Los Angeles Co.
Camp Menzies Arnold,CA http://www.tdogs.org 916-638-4475
Sierra Mt setting, traditional specialized programs open to all girls with emphasis on self-esteem, team bldg & values.
Camp St Michael Leggett,CA http://www.camp-st-michael.org 707-542-5761
Spiritual growth, leadership development & an experience of Christian living through a rugged & rustic camping program
Camp Stevens Julian,CA http://www.campstevens.org 760-765-0028
Program emphasizes community, discovery & creativity. Beautiful 260 acre wooded site at 4200' in the Cuyamaca Mountains.
Camp Tawonga Groveland,CA http://www.tawonga.org 415-543-2267
Gorgeous camp next to Yosemite National Park. River,lake,pool,backpacking,ropes course,Judaism,arts,music,dance.
Camp Unalayee Callahan,CA http://www.unalayee.org 650-969-6313
Multicultural, backpacking, wilderness skills, canoeing, leadership training, rock climbing, arts & crafts, fun.
Coppercreek Camp Greenville,CA http://www.coppercreek.com 800-350-0006
We offer over 50 activities. Free choice. Our staff know every camper. Rustic setting in California's Northern Sierra.
Deer Crossing Camp Inc Pollock Pines,CA http://www.deercrossingcamp.com 209-293-2328
An exciting challenging true wilderness experience in the California High Sierra on a beautiful lake. Supportive and caring guidance. Structure and free choice.
Deer Lake Soda Springs,CA http://www.girlscoutsbayarea.org 510-562-8470
Spectacular mountain high adventure camp. Rock climbing, boating, mountain bikes, ropes course, backpacking, windsurfing, & sailing. Family camp also offered.
Dunn School Summer Programs Los Olivos,CA http://www.dunnschool.org 805-688-6471
Traditional day camp offers warm supportive atmosphere for young campers ages 2-16. Adventure Camps in Mt Shasta and Kern River, Surf Camp in San Diego.
Future Leaders of America Santa Barbara,CA 805-642-6208
Future Leaders of America provides leadership training, educational experiences, and promotes the personal development of Latino youth.
Future Leaders of America Angelus Oaks,CA 805-642-6208
Future Leaders of America provides leadership training, educational experiences, and promotes the personal development of Latino youth.
Girl Scout Day Camps San Diego San Diego,CA http://www.girlscoutssd.org/camp 619-298-8391
Girls learn new skills, make friends, and become more confident at volunteer-led camps.
Jameson Ranch Camp Glennville,CA http://www.jamesonranchcamp.com 661-536-8888
Close family atmosphere on a 500 acre mountain ranch. Home grown food, positive role model staff, a wide choice of outdoor activities. Our 72nd year of fun.
Kennolyn Camps Soquel,CA http://www.kennolyn.com 831-479-6714
In the Redwoods, 5 miles from Monterey Bay. Great high ropes/climbing facility . 56 summers with original owners. Coed.
Los Altos Family YMCA Day Camp Long Beach,CA http://www.lbymca.org 562-596-3394
Winter, spring, and summer camps East Long Beach, Belmont Shores, Naples, Rossmoor, and Seal Beach 9am-5pm, extended care available pre-kinder-12th grade. Fun.
Mountain Camp Pollock Pines,CA http://www.mountaincamp.com 415-351-2267
High Sierra adventure, educational, life experience. Beautiful lakeside mountain setting. Noncompetitive, focus on outdoor & challenge activities.
Mountain Meadow Ranch Susanville,CA http://www.mountainmeadow.com 530-257-4419
Georgous forested ranch; acres of lush meadows & lawns; family-like envir. Advent & fun used to stimulate healthy esteem; posit. envir, individ choice 20 acti.
Ocean Institute Dana Point,CA
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Ojai Valley School/Summer Camp Ojai,CA http://www.ovs.org 805-646-1423
Loc. near Pacific Ocean & Los Padres Forest, campers take academic classes for enrichment or credit. While enjoying trad camp programs such as horses, swim, art
Osher Marin JCC Day Camp San Rafael,CA http://www.marinjcc.org 415-444-8055
Camp includes music, drama, swimming, arts & crafts, sports, nature & Judaic culture. Camps include field trips, overnights and specialty camps.
Palomar Family YMCA Day Camp Escondido,CA 760-745-7490
The Palomar family is dedicated to providing a safe, quality, and caring environment for children. We provide camps for ages 5-17. Come have an awesome summer.
Ramah In California Ojai,CA http://www.ramah.org 310-476-8571
Jewish environment provides perfect setting for a fun, exciting summer. We also have family & special needs programs.
Redwood Glen Scotts Valley,CA http://www.redwoodglen.org 831-461-2000
Residential and/or Day Camp:
RM Pyles Boys Camp Kernville,CA http://www.pylescamp.com 661-294-1394
Participants are disadvantaged, at-risk boys 12-14, selected through law enforcement agencies and local school districts.
Shaffer's High Sierra Camp Inc Sattley,CA http://www.highsierracamp.com 866-597-6617
Wilderness adventure in the Tahoe Nat'l Forest for 8-17 year olds. Small, noncompetitive, near 70+ lakes & miles of trails.
Skylake Yosemite Camp Wishon,CA http://www.skylakeyosemite.com 559-642-3720
Traditional style camp with 61 years of tradtional. Located on a warm water lake in a pine forest. Small cabin groups and high counselor/camper ratio.
Snow Mountain Camp Nevada City,CA http://www.snowmountaincamp.com 530-265-4439
Since 1969, providing youngsters happiness, friendships and growth in structured and voluntary outdoor activities.
The Episcopal Cmp @ Wrightwood Wrightwood,CA http://www.wrightwoodecamp.org 213-482-2040
Camp Wrighwood's newly desigend summer program creates a place where young & old alike can be themselves. Make friends & have fun, learn new skills & confidence
The Oaks Camp & Conference Ctr Lake Hughes,CA http://www.worldimpact.org/oaks 661-724-1329
Where people of all cultures, expecially from the inner city, experience the love of Christ through excellent facilities, creative programs and loving staff.
Waltons Grizzly Lodge Inc Portola,CA http://www.grizzlylodge.com 530-274-9577
A family tradition since 1926. 4th Generation Directors-Private Lake-Individual Programming from 35+ Activities. Mature & Caring Counselors. Memories for life.
Winacka Julian,CA 619-610-0726
Mountain setting with open-air living, CIT, high adventure programs, riding & general camping.
YMCA Camp Jones Gulch La Honda,CA http://www.campjonesgulch.org 650-747-1200
Camp Jones Gulch Resident, Travel, and Family Camps build character and develop habits that promote healthy relationships with others in a safe, fun environment
YMCA Camp Marston Julian,CA http://camp.ymca.org/summer_marston1.html 760-765-0642
Traditional YMCA mtn resident camp. Spectacular site in San Diego's high mountains. Character building experiences.
YMCA Jack Hazard Dardanelle,CA http://www.ymcastan.org/campjack 209-578-9622
caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
YMCA of Redwoods Camp Campbell Boulder Creek,CA http://www.ymcacampcampbell.org 831-338-2128
Beautiful redwoods in Santa Cruz Mtns. Traditional YMCA programs include activites like backpacking, challenge courses, rock climbing, arts and crafts, & more.
YMCA Southwest Day Camps Saratoga,CA http://www.scvymca.org/southwest 408-370-1877
Specialty day camps offering a wide variety for campers age appropriate in skills & activities great value safe and fun
Yosemite Sierra Summer Camp Bass Lake,CA http://www.yssc.com 559-642-2267
Residential and/or Day Camp:
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