what to bring to Camp

  • ·  Warm bedding (The cabins have cots and mattresses) 

  • ·   Warm clothes (Evenings might get very cold, sometimes in the low 40's.)

  • ·  FLASHLIGHT and extra batteries (There is no electricity in the cabins). NO CANDLES!

  • ·  MOSQUITO REPELLENT

  • ·  CASH money (NO INTERNET, We DO NOT take cards or checks)

  • ·  A sleeping bag

  • ·  Window covering for your cabin

  • ·   Pillows (Optional)

  • ·  Towels

  • ·  Toiletries

  • ·  Shower slippers / flip flops

  • ·  HATS for traditional hat day (On Wednesdays, everyone wears a hat)

  • ·  LABELS! Put your name on your instruments, electronics and other belongings

  • ·  Rain gear (just in case)

  • ·   Hard soled shoes or boots for dancing/dancing shoes

  • ·  Your own drinking cup 

  • ·  Your own herbal tea bags. We will only have black tea bags.

  • ·  YOGA mats if you want to attend the yoga classes.

  • ·  Vitamins and Kleenex (suggested)

  • ·  Ear plugs for random sleep times!

  • ·  Hangers (there are closets in the cabins)

  • ·  Musical instruments

  • ·  Song words

  • ·  Recording devices with lots of batteries,

  • ·  Herbal tea bags (We usually have only black tea and very a few herbal tea bags)

  • ·  Pen/pencil and blank papers

  • ·  Women - "Feminine Hygiene Products"

  • ·  Consider bringing a night-cap to warm your head at night.

  • ·  First Aid Kit (We generally have one, but just in case bring your own)

  • ·  Prepaid phone cards or quarters (No internet or phone service, however there is a pay phone)

  • ·  Corn chips make a real good fire starter for the fireplace in your cabin.

  • ·  Swimsuits if you plan to go to water hole nearby.

  • ·  For TENTS, tarps to keep your tent dry if you like.

Other Activities

Beyond classes and concerts, camp offers a wide range of experiences that nourish the body, spirit, and sense of community.

🧘 Yoga

Start your mornings grounded and refreshed with daily yoga classes at 8 AM. These sessions are open to all levels and offer a peaceful way to prepare for a full day of music and dance.

🥾 Hiking & Nature Exploration

Surrounded by redwood forests, camp offers access to:

  • Scenic hiking trails

  • Guided and self-led nature walks

  • Quiet spaces for reflection and outdoor learning

The natural beauty of the area is an essential part of the camp experience.

💦 Swimming

Cool off in nearby lakes, rivers, and swimming holes, a perfect escape during warm summer days.
Participants are encouraged to use caution, never swim alone, and closely supervise children.

🔥 Fire Circle

Late-night fire circles are a beloved camp ritual. Activities may include:

  • Drumming and chanting

  • Singing and sacred dance

  • Storytelling and shared conversation

Fire circles create a space for connection, reflection, and community bonding.

🎉 Camp Parade

On Friday evening before sunset, campers gather for a joyful parade through camp. Often in costume and accompanied by music and movement, the parade celebrates nature, creativity, peace, and camp family.

🚲 Bicycling

Biking is allowed in most areas of the forest, with some restrictions:

  • Not permitted in designated wilderness or restricted zones

  • Trails may be rugged and unmaintained, suitable for experienced riders

🌲 Meditation and Simply Being in Nature

Whether resting in a hammock, journaling under the trees, or sharing quiet moments with friends, camp offers endless opportunities to slow down, breathe, and reconnect—with nature and with one another.