we absolutely love this place for our second summer of summer camps. My kids went to slime camp…read morescience camp under the sea camp and we even got a scholarship for one of the camps this year. The workers are so fun. The kids just have so much fun playing I really love this place. It's topknot.

First time visiting, my kids loved it here staff are very friendly and helpful very informative to…read more Will defo visit again they have 6-8 different room with activities! Two connecting playgrounds

I am an alumni of Camp Okihi, or as it was originally named Camp Harry B. Ogle. As it is stated, it…read moreis owned by 4 Boy Scout troops from the Golden Empire Council in Sacramento and has been in generally continuous operation since the late 1940's. I was an alumni from Troop 13 and attended from approximately 1957 up until about 1962. The camp back then and it is essentially the same today is constructed to handle about 60-80 scouts and adults. The original came consisted of about 6 MASH style military tents and out buildings including a shower building. It is very close to some extremely beautiful scenery in the northern Sierra, in the Lakes Basin area near the Sierra Buttes, the Sardine Lakes, Sand Pond, and Packer Lake. Paker and Sardine both have nice resorts. I went back for sentimental reasons in about 2004 and spoke to the camp administrator. He told me that the came is still owned by the four troops, but that it is available for specialized camps too, i.e., science camps, computer camps, etc. This may have changed, so inquire at the above address or the headquarters of the Golden Empire Council in Sacramento. It is a wonderful place. At one time, there were other camps close by from the Yolo YMCA, The Diablo Girl Scouts (which ironically was attended by my wife), and the San Francisco Campire Girls. It is my understanding that these are all or mostly abandoned. Too bad. Great place with tons of very good memories.

I attended camp every winter and summer from January 1998 - July 2002, earned many skills and merit…read morebadges there, learned and practiced the 12 strong tenets of the Boy Scout Law with the guidance of the dedicated adult staff, and became part of the junior staff as a guide to the younger boys. I credit much of the quality training in my scout years to the quality time spent at camp. As stated on the campokihi.org website, the camp is volunteer-run, which makes it a place of and by, and for people who go there not just out of tradition, but out of love. Most adult volunteers are Scout parents, several whose Scouts had already attained their Eagle awards and moved on in their own adult lives. Still some of the most dedicated and perennial staff had no children in Scouts, but loved the camp and loved the troops enough to devote their time every year maintain the camp and teach the boys who attended. They also get the boys involved in caring for their camp: during the program the scouts clean their own cabins and rotate camp-wide chores every day of the week. Some boys become dedicated assistant staff to facilitate the camping experience of other scouts, and the truly devoted come up outside of the camp season to participate in work weekends to prepare the camp for upcoming sessions. No wonder then that the camp received the top marks in its accreditation reviews every year, often outranking the top performing and several times larger paid-staff council camps in terms of quality of program, quality of management, safety, and cleanliness. Add to that the beauty of the Sierras, the abundance of natural hiking trails, lakes (some bring up their boats to teach the sailing merit badge) and geological features (some leaders have taken boys on rappelling trips), nearby towns with historical attractions such as mines and train museums, even golf courses (yes, you can earn your badge for that here, too), you'll be too busy enjoying all of the activities of your camp to wonder what's going on at the other camps (yes, there were some in the area--at least during the years I visited).

One of the best camps we've been to. They offer plenty of fun activities, and the trail guides and…read morestaff are always great. Our school has been coming to Grizzly Creek for a few years now, and we consistently leave impressed. That being said, our very first visit a few years back was a little rough. Some of us stayed in a yurt with no electricity, and I definitely would not recommend that unless you enjoy freezing to death. Thankfully, aside from the yurts, all the cabins have heating, a private bathroom, and even a small separate room for cabin counselors, which I really appreciate. I also love that each cabin has its own sink, so mornings run a lot smoother when everyone is getting ready. The mess hall is spacious, and I like that there are two of them. When multiple schools are there at the same time, it's nice having your own designated area. I also really enjoy the educational programs, activities, and camp songs. The food is always delicious, and I genuinely appreciate the overall structure and organization of the camp. Huge shoutout to Nina, the night staff, because she works so hard and is always available with a friendly smile. This wasn't our first time here, and it definitely won't be our last.

We recently stayed at Sierra Nevada Journeys for a school field trip, and overall it was a mix of…read moresome really nice moments and some things that were honestly hard to overlook. Our cabin (Red 3) itself was actually nicer than other camp-style cabins we've stayed in, and it stayed warm the entire time, which was important because it was very cold that weekend. But there were a few things that made it less comfortable than expected. The lighting was extremely dim compared to other cabins our friends were in, and the heating unit, while effective, was very loud when it kicked on and would wake several of the girls up throughout the night. The biggest issue for us though was that our cabin didn't have showers. After a long, cold day, a lot of the girls didn't want to go out in the rain and snow just to shower, which is understandable. It seems like some cabins do have them, so I really wish that was more consistent across all cabins. During the day, the weather was cold enough that the kids really needed chances to warm up, but there were moments where that didn't feel supported. One of the leaders came across a bit harsh the entire time we were then even when the kids asked to go back to the cabins to warm up, which was tough to watch given how cold it was. I ended up grouping kids together so they could go warm up when needed. I also really wish there had been something warm available for them to drink like hot chocolate or tea, which was only for adults per the sign. Having only cold drinks in that kind of weather just didn't feel like enough. The food was another area that didn't quite meet expectations. We had heard great things about more homemade-style meals, but what we experienced felt pretty basic. One meal in particular, the pickle zested chicken tenders, didn't go over well at all and a lot of kids didn't eat much. It seemed like a missed opportunity, especially for a group of active kids who needed something warm and filling. Also, every meal we had was cold it would have been nice if they had heat lamps to keep the food warm until it got to our tables. One thing that also stood out was that one of the yurt areas we saw didn't appear to have nearby restrooms or sinks, which raised some questions about convenience for those staying there. Helpful tip: If you're booking here, it's worth asking ahead about your specific cabin setup, especially whether it includes showers, and planning accordingly for colder weather. There are definitely some positives here, especially the setting and some of the cabin features, but there were enough challenges during our stay that it made the experience feel a bit uneven overall.

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.

This is the kind of camp that makes me wish I could be a kid again. No really. After picking up my…read moredaughter here this summer, I have total camp-wayback-jealousy... whatever that means. OK - What it means is this: I want to be a kid and go to a camp in the Sierras, where I get to live in a cabin in the woods, with my friends, sing songs around the campfire at night, eat great food, swim in the river during off hours....and Oh Yeah - Play soccer twice a day with guidance from professional-grade coaches from around the world (mostly Europe.) And then end the week with a "World Cup" playoff where each training group forms a team representing a different county. Why didn't they have this place when I was a kid? Oh wait, they did. Two Rivers has been around for 42 years now. My daughter has been lucky enough to enjoy visits over two of them so far. My visit here blew me away. Not only did the camp owner greet me and chat with me in the parking lot, he stood up during the closing ceremonies and spoke fondly of the counselors and the soccer family they've built here. Many of the trainers and counselors are repeats (with one coming back here for 17 years straight). During some of the example campfire songs and tributes from the staff, the owner became a little choked up and had to pull out a tissue. It was very sweet. My daughter had a great time and made some great memories. I hope the soccer bug stays with her and she decides to return again next summer. If she does, maybe I'll get her an oversize bag so she can sneak me in.

My daughter (age 11) had an awesome first time visit to Two Rivers this past summer. She stayed for…read more1 week and loved all of it - I think the balance between good soccer training and the fun outdoor bonding experience was really ideal. She immediately asked if she could go again next year and bring more of her teammates along. We said yes, and we'll also be sending our 9 year old son along with her.

This is an educational camp. Kids are kept safe while learning about nature and the environment…read more Outstanding staff, outstanding activities. Naturalists are San Juan Unified School District teachers, and counselors are often area students. Summer programs offer a variety of options for all kinds of kids from basketball camp, art camp to Venture camp for older kids (and many more). If you are looking to send your child to a real summer camp (not one of those fancy summer hotels), with rustic accommodations, and lots of fun, this is the place!

I spent 8 summers here and had the time of my life! Adventures, hiking, boating, new friends, self…read moreesteem building, and all kinds of fun summer camp activities while being safely supervised. The staff really focuses on safety!! The kids learn while on hikes, etc. but the focus is on enjoying the outdoors.. There's something for everyone at Camp Winthers! I highly recommend it!