Absolutely amazing experience for adults and kids alike! Went with my little one and husband for a…read morest. Patrick day event! It was above and beyond what I expected and we enjoyed every minute of it! St. Patrick was a highlight for my son and husband who enjoyed his spot on Irish accent very much! The scavenger hunt was sweet and well thought out with very fun prizes at the end! Everyone made new friends, the petting zoo was great too! I made friends with one of the brand new goat babies they're very sweet and tiny! My husband held a couple snakes and my little guy had fun watching the tortoises eat! If your family want to have a great time I highly recommend visiting fort cross! Incredible Photo ops everywhere! Did I mention paint ball slingshot , tomahawk throwing and archery ? Well done and family fun great for bonding! We loved the very welcoming and compassionate owners! We are already planning our next visit back!

I honestly wasn't sure what to expect before we got here. When we arrived, the parking was full…read more There was a woman in a golf cart that ended up helping us park. We also checked in with her for our wristbands (this is if you park in the back). Upon entering the grounds, I was a bit confused on where each activity was located. We could have really used a map, but after walking through once, I realized it's actually small and manageable. I thought we would only stay for 2 hrs, but my 4 year old wanted to do EVERYTHING and we ended up spending 4 hours there! Our favorite was the reptile show. We were able to HOLD snakes and a gecko, something I can't say that I've done anywhere else (domestically anyways). Pro tips: - pack a lunch - bring your own soap / sanitizer (the wash stations were out of soap) - get to the reptile show early! They have to cap the number of people they let in to not scare the animals. Highly recommend if you have kids. Was well worth our $$.

This place is incredible. My family felt so welcome by theirs. From mom and veteran pops chatting…read morewith us, discussing their beautiful flowers and petting our dog, to Teresa and Brett and most impressively Nate, who was with us while we threw axes and shot BB guns. That kid Nate is going places! My kids and I as so much fun feeding birds, sluicing gems, throwing axes and just enjoying the relaxed atmosphere. I even discussed trying to move onto the property and building a tiny home so I could stay Best Julian experience we've had so far. Please go support this lovely family business. They are amazing

The new owners are very nice and it looks like they have plans of adding a few new additions…read more If you love hand on activities and getting a little dirty this is your place. You get to dig for treasure, pan for gold and find lots of cool gems in the water! If the kids are being naughty, put them in jail There's also a wooden train ride, possible apple picking depending on the time of year and lots of room to let the energy go.

I absolutely love camp Winaka it's such a fun and exciting place. I'm an adventurous girl and I…read morelove that they have a high ropes course for older girls and low ropes for younger both are really fun. There is a specific counselor that I miss every year and I go back because of her. Overall the bond you create counselor to camper is just so great I just love camp winaka so much and can't wait to go back this summer.

Literally the best place on earth my daughter has been going since she was in second grade, 12/10…read morewould recommend. Has the best counselors and food, the camp director is also the nicest person to ever grace our good earth (otter). If you're a parent definitely send your daughter here regardless of if shes a girl scout or not.

Just finishing up a women's retreat here at Whispering Winds. It has been a lovely, blessed…read moreweekend. Friendly faces and warm smiles from the time I checked in. My friend and I had a cozy cabin, great meals, so many opportunities for recreation! We even went on the zip line!! We had an inspiring speaker, and opportunities for socializing. I will leave with a full heart!

Been going to camp in Julian since 2016 for different groups and love the food and amenitiesread more

We transferred our son here when we were recommended he be in a play based program. Found this…read moreplace by chance. We are so happy. My son loves coming. He's really grown in so many ways. The best ways. The teachers are so good with the kids. You can tell the kids are really happy here. It's family involved which is really nice allowing parents to be apart of so much. The children's center is really nice. They have indoor and outdoor set up big area for the kid to run and play and the classrooms are nice. We look forward to continuing attending here. It's been the best thing for our son.

We've had such a great experience at this preschool. Our son has had Ms. Serena and Ms. Sarah as…read morehis teachers, and they are incredibly kind and genuinely care about the kids and their families. The entire staff is wonderful and always greets my son by name and with a smile. We also love the family and community events that Ms. Hunter, the director, has created--they make it easy to feel connected and involved. On top of that, the preschool is very affordable, which is such a bonus for the level of care they provide. Our son is happy, excited to go each day, and we truly couldn't ask for more. Highly recommend!

Great Camp. Well organized. In a beautiful location in Julian. What more can you wish for?read more

My kiddo and I have gone with our Adventure Camp group 2 years in a row! Cabins are clean and…read morecomfortable, with plenty of space to play. Activities are fun and well run, staff are wonderful and food is simple but yummy and kid friendly.

My two kids went to the Goddard since they were infants. Since my oldest child started…read moreKindergarten, and we no longer commute to the area for work, and had to find a new preschool for our younger child. The new preschool is good, more expensive, has programs that others schools doesn't, but, if I could, the Goddard would be my choice. The administration has it together. Communication, billing, notices, etc. We don't have to keep asking for things or have to try to figure things out. It's organized and they don't add additional stress to your everyday life. The teachers are incredible, and I mean incredible. From the infant baby Bulaga to the Zebra classes. The nurture, care, and development... I see it, I felt it with my kids; they do everything right from my perspective. Thank you and continue to take care of the teachers and listen to them. They are what helps and add value to the school. Thank you and we miss you all there. Wish everyone continued success and keep developing the wonderful minds that comes across your way.

Sent my first two children here when it first opened at 2 1/2 years old. They attended until…read morekindergarten Three years later I asked to enroll my last child who is now two, as I would of liked to have all my children attend the same preschool. There was no loyalty to me as a parent who helped them establish their fledgling facility. I understand having no availability at the moment but I would appreciate working with a parent who had been loyal, was there from the beginning and helped increase their enrollment by sending many Carlsbad parents to them. Not as much as even a response. Just heads up, the teachers they hire are kind and great with the kids but the owners have always come across as cold and uncaring. More concerned about the bottom dollar than the children's best interest.

We had (are having) a great stay here at K.Q. Ranch Resort. The steak at the Saturday night dinner…read morewas great. John in sales gave us an informative presentation about Colorado River Vacations and their timeshare opportunity with no pressure to opt in. We like that the sites seem to be well taken care of, and at our site (118) it was level which was much appreciated. We have young children and they enjoyed the amenities, however many of them need maintenance. The playground equipment marketed for younger children needs servicing, repair, or replacement. I had removed boards from the playground area with exposed nails. Overall, we had a great time and may come back 1 or 2 more time as we were gifted 20 free nights as a promotion for buying our travel trailer.

Most of the people I encountered at KQ Ranch were wonderful. The majority of the staff genuinely…read moreseemed to care about ensuring guests had a positive experience. My negative experience stemmed from an interaction with the sales department. After purchasing my rig, I had been offered complimentary nights at the ranch. I wanted to stay one additional night beyond that offer and left a voicemail for the sales department asking whether I could pay for an extra night. The following morning, I received a voicemail informing me that they do not extend stays for guests who are there under a sales promotion. While that answer would have been perfectly acceptable, the tone of the message was unnecessarily harsh and could have been delivered much more professionally. When I later spoke with other staff members, I learned that this individual has a reputation for being unkind. That was disappointing because it contrasted sharply with the attitude of nearly everyone else I met at the ranch. Unfortunately, it left me with the impression that, within the sales department, closing deals and earning commissions may take priority over customer service. Having worked in sales myself, I understand the importance of commissions. I also understand that prospective customers are free to decide whether a product is right for them. Ultimately, I chose not to purchase a membership at KQ Ranch. During the sales presentation, the salesperson made several unnecessary negative remarks about competitors, which I found unprofessional. In addition, the only option presented was a lifetime membership, which did not fit my circumstances. I am currently living the van-life lifestyle on a temporary basis and explained my travel plans in detail. However, despite our conversation, the salesperson seemed more focused on following a script than understanding my needs. Within minutes, it became apparent that he had not retained basic information about me, my vehicle, or my travel goals. For example, I specifically mentioned that I do not enjoy hot climates, yet he repeatedly emphasized that several of their locations are in desert areas. That was not a compelling selling point for me and suggested that he was not listening carefully to what I had shared. Outside of the sales experience, I enjoyed many aspects of the ranch. The facilities were well maintained, the store carried useful items, and the laundry facilities were convenient. Overall, the property itself was quite good. The reason I will not return is the customer service I received from the sales department. Before making my request for an additional night, three different staff members kindly helped me determine who to contact. Each of them indicated that asking about an extension would likely not be a problem and wished me well during my stay. Their friendliness made the voicemail I later received feel even more out of place. I also spoke with another guest whose trailer had bats enter it during their stay. They were directed to the same sales representative for assistance but felt they received little support. Instead of using the complimentary night included with their membership, they chose to leave and spend the night in Julian. Experiences like these suggest that the sales department's approach to customer service leaves much to be desired. There is only so much discourteous behavior I am willing to overlook from a sales team. It is unfortunate because the actions of a few individuals can influence whether guests choose to return, despite the efforts of many hardworking staff members who clearly care about the guest experience. One point emphasized during my sales presentation was that competing organizations have locations that are not well maintained. Based on what I observed, however, I found some areas of KQ Ranch's own RV storage facilities to appear less polished than the image of exclusivity and prestige that was being presented. Overall, KQ Ranch has many positive qualities and many excellent employees. Unfortunately, my interactions with the sales department overshadowed those positives and ultimately influenced my decision not to return.

BEST WEDDING VENUE EVER!…read more My husband and I dreamed of a wedding where everyone could stay together onsite, immersed in nature, with no worries about driving after a night of fun, and Camp Osito Rancho made that dream a reality. Our families stayed in the health center, lodge, and electrified cabins, while our friends embraced the adventure of summer cabins and tents. The venue offers so many stunning spaces, from the spacious dining hall for meals to the stage/amphitheater with fire pits--perfect for s'mores and late-night stories. We exchanged vows at the top of a hill near the outdoor pavilion, with a gorgeous backdrop of pine trees and a view of Big Bear Lake in the distance. We were able to offer our guests camp activities like archery and a pool day, as well as had room to setup other activities like craft tables and lawn games. The biggest perk was the complete freedom to choose our own vendors, allowing us to create a truly personalized experience (huge shoutout to Scratch Kitchen for catering--our guests still rave about the food). We spent a year making signs, collecting décor, buying solar lights, and crafting to transform this Girl Scout camp into a full-blown wedding festival. If you're up for planning the details, this venue is the ultimate blank canvas. Last but not least, the Camp Osito Rancho team is absolutely amazing. A huge thanks to Angel for her help throughout the year, Ryan for his help throughout the weekend, and to Gerardo for the tour that sold us from the start. For a wedding that feels like an unforgettable getaway, this place is pure magic

Amazing camp!! Came with sweet elite Girl Scouts 2020. My daughter canoed, rode horses, zip lined,…read morelearned archery. So many activities. Well worth the work. Beautiful campsite.