The Dixie fire in 2021 tore through the town of Greenville decimating it…read more The camp is currently in a rebuilding phase and I don't know when it will reopen. I can tell you that my experience there as a camp aid back in 1986 was amazing and unforgettable. It is an international camp. So I got to meet and work with many campers from all over the world. I did things that I never thought I'd ever get to do, waterskiing for one. I learned to ride a horsey and camp out at some amazing locations with scenery that would reset your soul for enlightenment.

Coppercreek Camp is an excellent place to send your younglings. 3rd generation family owned and…read moreoperated. Fun, exploration of what counts in life, excellently trained staff for all kinds of amazing activities. The horse program is stellar from learning how to ride to advanced and care for horses and mini horses. I love to going to this camp. Check it out for your younglings

My girls are signing up for their 7th year! The camps has had a strong, positive impact on who they…read moreare becoming and how they treat and behave toward others. Low key, great atmosphere, traditional camp activities, fun overnight trips ... they can't wait to go again! As a parent I appreciate the smaller size of this camp so I don't have to worry about the staff managing large crowds of kids. It seems like they offer a great variety of activities during the day and my girls surprise me every year with something new they tried - I am thrilled about that because I would have never thought of taking them fishing or bmx biking or do archery! The other aspect that we like about this camp for our girls is the setting. It has a meadow, a forest, and water, and a ranch with animals. My older daughter really enjoyed taking care of the animals! Last, I love how the camp allows the kids to unplug and experience life in a way they don't at home during the school year. No electronics, no worrying about hair or make up, no concerns about clothes, just focus on having a good time. Our primary desire for a camp was for our kids to have fun and in that sense this camp is a slam dunk. My husband and I joke that one year the kids should stay home and the two of us should go to the camp instead because it sounds like a blast! I feel that over the years the camp experience helped my girls act more independently, and with confidence in a variety of life situations. It is really nice to see them return from camp having matured in this way. My daughters each have a different personality but both agree that they love how quickly they make friends each year. They say they disagree with the opinion that it is hard for the 'new' kids to feel included. I got an impression that the camp does make a good effort to make all kids feel included. I would expect that any place with kids will have some cliques but I didn't get the impression that this was the defining experience my kids felt. Quite to the contrary. And, my kids were first timers once, too, and upon return the first words out of their mouths were "Can we go next year and can we go for longer?". My girls say that they just love the counselors and to quote them, "counselors make the camp an amazing, cool place, they are very approachable and you can talk to them any time, and they are wonderful people who come from different places, even international". I understand that a lot of counselors and kids return back to the camp each year and I think that speaks volume about their experience there. I just asked my girls what would be the one thing they would say about the camp. They say "you can't go a day without laughing!". Now that sounds like a perfect summer!

First sleep away camp for my 11 yo son and he left begging to return next summer! We chose MRR…read morebased on reviews, location, plethora of activities and philosophy. Anna was extremely helpful and diligently answered all of my questions before we committed to registration. My son didn't know anyone else attending camp but his counselor quickly took him under his wing and made sure he was comfortable. The letters we received at home talked about his adventures each day and aside from forgetting to eat lunch in favor of ice cream at the fair, he didn't have one bad day (expect for the last day which he was sad to leave!) All around amazing experience and we will be returning.

Our second year and we can't wait to come back every summer! This is a basic but massively…read moreenjoyable family camp. Swimming holes, mess halls, camping tents... kids can be free range in a safe environment and parents can relax and play. And no screen time (or screen time arguments). A wonderful way for families and friends to connect.

Camping isn't for me but my son LOVED IT! The staff here is amazing a bit of a drive but the ride…read moreup was breathtaking. If I was a camper I'd for sure go every year.

Forestry Camp (circa 1917) is run by UC Berkeley's Forestry Department/College of Natural Resources…read moreand is situated in Meadow Valley, CA in Plumas County. The closest "big town" is Quincy (about 15-25 minute drive away), and the closest "city" would be Reno, NV about 100 miles away (about two hours). Every summer, Forestry Camp is home to an intense 8-week summer course that sees undergraduates from various disciplines and universities taking four introductory forestry courses. They familiarize students with the local Sierra Nevada ecology, map and compass skills, and forestry equipment (e.g. diameter to breast height tape, clinometers, etc.) before tackling more advanced topics including silviculture and utilization (how to grow trees and then utilize the end products known as lumber). It is an extremely exciting session, and it is required of all Forestry students at Cal. It is a fast way of earning a Forestry minor at Cal, which was what I did. Students from other universities across the nation (not just limited to the UC system) may apply and sign up for camp. It usually accommodates between 30 to perhaps 45 campers. Students are housed in "bunkhouses" comprised of four rooms with two students to a room. If there aren't as many students for a year though, you may end up having a room all to yourself (as was my case). Other students who want a more up-and-close experience with nature can opt for "shantyhouse cabins" that are standalone cabins on the outskirts of camp. They have mesh screens and aren't as insulated as a result. They're still two to a cabin, and are hotly sought after at the start of camp. There is plenty more information that I want to write about Forestry Camp, but there is a text limit on Yelp so I've striven to provide an introductory text to what it is. But I do want to say that coming to camp during my undergraduate career was one of the best decisions I made in college. Of all my years of education, I have never felt like I have learned anything more useful than what I did here. I was always appreciative everyday going to class that I was learning among all these towering Douglas Firs and sugar pine trees. I felt that I lived more in the 56 or so days I spent here in Meadow Valley than in my whole life. Of course, your mileage may vary. All in all, Forestry Camp is home to an amazing collegiate experience. You spend almost your entire day with your fellow campers, seven days a week. You learn so much about a critical natural resource. And then on the weekends you go to Thunder Cafe and recreate in the woods and creeks. If you want to learn more, hit me up.

Almost 10 year old twin boys had a great time at Camp Augusta's most recent two week session. Lots…read moreof great memories, crafts, and they loved the tons of choices each day. It pushed their boundaries and gave them a sense of independence, and best of all, they want to go back!

Wow. Camp Augusta was way more than I expected. Almost to a fault. Let me explain: we came here…read morefor a family weekend camp and really didn't look to hard at what it was. I've been to camp. I've been to Tahoe national forest. I know what it was going to be and hoo boy was I wrong... in thre best possible way. So apparently most of the people there are seasonal regulars and it showed. I'll explain at the bottom. First if all the drive from the south bay. It was not the three hours my wife said, on a Friday afternoon it was almost six. Now that that is out of the way, the rest is all good. First came activity sign up, hope you don't suffer from anxiety or fear of missing out because there are SOOOOOOO many activities. Kid stuff, toddler stuff, adult stuff, stuff I didn't think camps could do. And you should read the emails with the descriptions or man up and ask, because some things are self explanatory (pottery, acrylics, archery, zip line) and some sound fun but in reality shouldn't be done by an overweight 50 year old who has no training, but you can still sign up. And then SOMEHOW they get you to do it and you have a great time! Next are accommodations. Sparse, but cool. Open air cabins in villages, secluded bungalows, pole tents, platform tents, and more (bring bug spray, they're all kinda just open). Different villages, running water means not only flushing toilets (really that should be the title and get 5 stars for that alone) but also HOT showers. While camping. Hot showers and camping, whoddathunkit? Next meals. Meals at camp. Cool. Nope: incredible. Apparently it is a rotating menu but for a weekend or week it means without being a host you have a new option at every meal. Vegans, gluten free, dairy free, whatever, they got you covered. You eat everything, they got you too. Ls favourite was pancakes with berries and whipped cream. And they don't go light. I really dig the teriyaki chicken. The activities were all great, but again there were just too many. You really feel like it is overboard until you get to know everyone else there. It is a place that kids and parents look forward to year after year. The wide selection means that this will be your go to for camping for years to come and for good reason. There were kids that have been going since they were toddlers and now in the mid teens that can still go and have a good time. I had lunch (but no clinics unfortunately) with a young lady who was on year 9. That seemed unlikely bit that wasd including the time she was a camper. How cool is that? L was suffering from preteen cool and didn't want to go to camp, but after the first datu he was pestering me to get him in a couple sessions this summer. They are all full but there is a waitlist, so we're all in on getting him up there somehow. Tl;dr: awesome camp, read my review, it isn't that long

I would NOT recommend this camp for teenagers 15+…read more It's very rigid for independent teenagers. If you are looking for a place where your teens can experience some freedom, this is not the camp for them. If your teen is not looking to be micromanaged by staff, send them to another camp with a teen focus.

A unique experience that really gave my daughter the chance to unplug and enjoy a variety of…read moreactivities in a beautiful natural setting. What you can't see is how process-driven the camp is and how important safety and procedure are ....making everything look simple and smooth, but it's a great deal of work and planning and preparation goes in each session and making sure each child is cared for. Amazing!!!!

I met Amber and Matthew at the CARD Lego Camp. I was so impressed with their style of teaching and…read moreskills with so many kids. They now teach LEGO classes at our after school program.Both my boys had Play Well Birthday Parties and who can deny 3 hours of Lego Fun. I found not just amazing teachers but a new family with Play Well.

I can't say enough great things about this business and the classes it provides our community! Our…read moreson has attended LEGO camps many times over the past few years and he has LOVED them. The instructors are kind, caring and very good at what they teach. There are classes for lots of different age groups too. My son started when he was 5 or 6 I think and he is almost 9 now. They have beginner classes and also classes for more advanced kids. I feel very safe leaving my kid at these classes and he comes home and is totally inspired to create new and exciting things he learned. We have also had this company for a birthday party and it was a hit with all the kids who came. They bring tons of different legos for the kids to create with, and help design a special theme that all the kids can build and contribute too. Totally great for winter birthday parties like we have! Prices are totally reasonable for the classes and birthday parties too. Highly recommend signing up for a class over summer break or they even have them during Spring Break and Winter Break. If you have a creative, thinking master builder like I do, this is the perfect place for them to grow and expand their talents!

Up in the pines there stands a camp, a camp of honor and of…read morefame, most wonderful camp in all the world, and Camp Pendola is it's name.

I went to Walton's many, many years ago when Mom and Pop were there. It was really cool with…read moredifferent activities. My favorites were bb gun, archery, and rifle. After a few years I became a "Councillor in training" which I guess meant something and I guess I had to do some things. It was a great way to spend a few weeks of the summer. At the end of the camp it was possible to extend and we'd go camping in the area. Really cool. But things probably have changed since Mom and Pop are no longer there. Maybe it's better and maybe in the other direction.

I sent my daughter and her friend to this camp after researching different camps a lot, keep in…read moremind they are only ten years old. Both of the girls were homesick in the beginning, and their counselors did not care at all. They would yell at them for crying, which obviously would not help a 10-year-old and they were threatened to be moved into different cabins because of this. This was also the year when there were a lot of fires in Northern California, and they were right in the middle of it. Obviously, Waltons can not control that, and they took great care of the campers. But my daughter got bad headaches from the smoke (it was in the purple zone) and was not aloud to go inside. She made some nice friends, but never really connected with them on a deeper level. The activities were chosen picking random kids, so there were times when my daughter was in activities alone, and she did not really like them. Anyways she came home never wanting to go again.

A diamond in the rough for Sierra lakes. If you want to get away from tons of people, you'll love…read morethis place. Purchase rental cabin from Bucks Marina or Bucks Lake Shore Lodge. Also, Lake Shore lodge has a full bar and restaurant with outstanding food and drinks. Get the tree smacker for the full effect....LOL Enjoy this lake, it's one of kind. I've been going there since 1967...It's the real deal for a mountain experience!!!!! Cools down at night, so you sleep great....Hank D. Sr.

wonderful place! wonderful staff and wonderful people! Bucks Lake is a must visit if you have not…read morebeen yet what a wonderful secret/ destination spot!