This is definitely one of the nicer conference grounds/camps that I have been to. I would have…read moregiven it 5 stars except for the lodging above the dining area that feels really old and stuffy. Otherwise, it was a pretty nice experience the weekend I went back in April ! Fortunately, I was at Laurel Lodge, where it felt more hotel-style with each person having their own bed (4 beds a room) and one bathroom per room. There was also ample storage space. The room we all met in for sermons was also really nice and it looked like it was updated - with two 'lounge' rooms on each side of the main room. There is also a nice open field, a big dining area with lots of seating, and it is just pretty to walk around the conference grounds. I also really liked this little lounge area where you could get tea and coffee whenever you wanted.The campground staff was also helpful, and there was also a zipline and bouldering course further up the hill of the conference grounds that was fun to do for both students and youth leaders. I also came to this camp site a little over a decade ago and although I don't remember details of that stay, I do remember having a good time. It is really good quality facility.

Amazing! It was super clean, the food was delicious and all the staff were super friendlyread more

Oh my goodness, this place is very nice. I must declare coming here for a men's retreat with my…read morechurch was the best decision ever made. There are plenty of sports to play when there is free time and they have a very nice walking trail that is a walk to remember. The owners of this place are very nice and are happy to help at any time. This camp can fit a lot of people. Food is bring your own and make your own. The meeting place is also the cafeteria. It also comes with a bell if you want to let others know if the food is ready. For me personally I like it here because I live very close to the area. Only a 30 minute drive from my flat. Note: during the winter months, the pool is not open so please plan accordingly. Park by the meeting center do not go too far.

We've been coming here in the last 5 yrs or so Father's Day camping . Great place , make your own…read moremeal and with family working together it's more fun. The place is clean , kitchen is huge and people are very professional. We're coming back next week for camp !

What an AMAZING Team-Building Day!…read more Our team had an incredible time at Mount Hermon Adventures taking on the Redwood Canopy Tour! It was the perfect combination of adventure, teamwork, laughter, and a little bit of adrenaline! A HUGE shout-out to our amazing guides, Sarah and Emily! They were absolutely fantastic! They kept us safe every step of the way, made everyone feel comfortable, and brought so much fun and energy to the experience. They were also extremely knowledgeable about the magnificent redwood trees and shared some really interesting information throughout the tour. We laughed, challenged ourselves, encouraged each other, and made some great memories together. If you're looking for a fun, exciting, and unforgettable team-building experience, we HIGHLY recommend the Redwood Canopy Tour at Mount Hermon Adventures! And Sarah and Emily -- THANK YOU for making our day so incredible! You two were AWESOME!

Mt Hermon Adventures is an outdoor activity organization just north of Santa Cruz. They have…read morezipline, ropes course and team building. I registered for their two-hour Redwood Canopy tour which is 7 zipline 150ft above the trail. It was very exciting!! Our two tour guides (Thomas & Chaney) were fantastic in implementing safety protocol and made it fun for the group. I have ziplined before (at Sonoma, Corona etc.) prior, so this is nothing new to me except for the course, tour guide jokes and quizzes. LoL. It's amazing that these Coastal Redwood trees have lived for 600 years and some are older than that and can get as high as 200 ft. The tour itself is competitive and affordable. It's half of what I paid from other zipline course I have taken. I had my DJI sport cam during the entire course. Furthermore, they provide adventurers mini bottled water in their tree stations. If you're afraid of heights this may be a challenge but to overcome it, you need to take a deep breath and muster the courage to overcome that fear. You will and you can! Plenty of parking spot in the lot. Staff were cordial, very competent and professional. Gift store was clean. Overall, this is a good zipline course for beginners and experience. I recommend you visit.

It's comfortable. Well, mostly. The beds are like sleeping on squeaky concrete. But safe, clean…read moreand fine. The dining hall is a well oiled machine and the food is ok. They can cater to dietary needs. The grounds are beautiful! We went for 5th grade outdoor camp, was a fantastic experience.

It's the most amazing place on earth!!!!!!!! Truly magical and filled with a spirit of peace and…read moreserenity.

Absolutely love this swim center! The staff are all wonderful and my daughter looks forward to…read moreevery lesson! As a "retired" swim instructor and swimmer I definitely give this place 5 stars!

Our girls have been taking swimming lessons with Shyra and her family for a few summers. This…read moresummer our girls tried the Harry Potter camp and they are fortunate for all they get to experience in the summers and they keep raving about the Harry Potter camp. Very grateful Shyra and the family are part of our community.

Tracy was so awesome with my son, after just a few days, he reached for her during our drop off in…read morethe morning. It was so comforting knowing he was in good hands and happy and doing a variety of things with different kids. Highly recommended! My son would still be there if we hadn't moved.

We Love Nurture Nature Forest School! My son is having a blast, exploring the nooks and crannies of…read morethe Santa cruz Mountains with his peers. Tracy is an excellent guide for the children. She holds compassionate and kindness in her values, and remains attentive and alert to each child's needs.

Camp YATC has truly blown us away! Of course, I was not in attendance as the Mom. That being…read moresaid, I can begin by saying that the very FIRST thing my 13 year old son said to me today (after giving me a giant, obligatory hug ;) was: "Mom, I'll do anything if you say I can come back here next summer. I had the BEST TIME EVER!!" We live about 2.5 hours away from the beautiful Mt. Cross campsite in the Santa Cruz mountains and had heard about Camp YATC through a local, dear friend of ours. It had been over a year that my son had been begging me to go I had been in contact with Shawn and Valerie beginning last March with tons of questions. My son has a physical special need and all staff were supportive & compassionate. Shawn and Val both listened graciously to concerns I had regarding this prior, & reassured me during the week by response to a text message I sent; that he was safe, smiling, & thriving. It was at this point, that I felt like their promise to treat all campers as kids of their own -- was genuine & sincere. Sometimes the little things for one person are big things to someone else. My son had nothing but positive feedback to share about his cabin counselor, Ian... that he was attentive, patient, & helpful. Themed dinner evenings seemed to have been all the rage; and surprise on and off Broadway actors participated in mentoring with productive & validating feedback. What a remarkable bonus that was to hear about! The team at YATC has magically blended a smooth structure with room for each individual to be themselves -- simultaneously making it appear easy & joyful. He shared that his most significant takeaway from his time away from home st YATC was a tie. Learning and growing as a performer (in the Musical Theatre track) was at the top - and in large part due to the many experienced, talented, & insightful folks who taught. Right up there were the many new friendships made with campers from all over the world, literally. Upon our return home, I found my son in his room organizing each paper that he had torn off writing contact information for various new buddies -- and also reviewing a notebook chalk full of notes he'd taken during instructional classes. It sounds to me as though they have nailed it at being sure there was equal part "fun" to in "class" - and it stood out to me when I was told that he's never experienced how learning can be FUN in and of itself. Togetherness with other campers whose interests often paralleled his own, he mentioned how fantastic it was to learn from peers simply by getting to know these truly special people. "Mom, I don't know if there were bullet points in the adult paperwork about your child needing to be a kind human being, but I never met anyone who wasn't!" This made my Mom heart especially happy. The showcase held at pick up time was incredible! Each camper has been encouraged (but not forced or required) to stand up in front of the crowd & share their talent. Performers were excited and as an audience member, easy to see how hard they had worked! Something else that stood out was the way campers cheered on one another offering high fives or hugs. If you hadn't known that these kids only met 9 days prior, you sure wouldn't have been able to tell! So sweet to witness this! In my opinion, the sheer number of returning campers year after year says a whole lot about the phenomenal team behind the scenes executing this well oiled operation. It was abundantly evident that the people I came into contact with not only wanted to promote & encourage these kids' passion for the arts // but also, help strengthen self confidence, responsibility, and adventure. I promised my son that I'll do everything possible under the sun to make sure he can return to (what he called his new) "happy place and home away from home." This crew has absolutely nailed it!! BRAVO CAMP YATC! His countdown has begun! My gratitude and appreciation are endless for all they've done in playing an integral role in my son's happiness.

Where do I start!? Well, I was nervous-trepidatious-just not sure if we were doing the right thing…read moreby sending our son to Camp YATC. I must say, we were blown away- and so was our son! He's already a working actor, so sometimes it's tough to find a space that caters to someone like him- he has some experience-but of course-he's a kid! And has SO much to learn and so much growing to do. When they say that you'll feel at home- they are absolutely correct! Our son was nervous and within 5 minutes of arriving, he was waving us off~ from tears of anxiety to smiles and an eagerness to join and play and learn and experience all that camp YATC has to offer! From top notch coaches, teachers, performers, counselors, and the sweetest-most accepting & creative kids! All set in the breathtaking Santa Cruz mountains. It's a dreamy place where dreams grow and kids can be themselves, accepted, encouraged, and nurtured. Thank you Shawn & Valerie & everyone at Campy YATC for creating a welcoming space for these sweet performers to hone their craft, while making new friends in a gorgeous setting. PS-our kid is a mega boy-like plays football & has has a ton of bros- but-he's an artist and loves to meet fellow artists from all walks of life - this place delivered! Oh- yeah- the cabins- well- they're cabins... it's not the Ritz-but-it's safe-comfortable- well ventilated!! And really-so fun-our son tells it like it is and is super picky- he loved his time and can't wait to return. As a mom, I am grateful. Highly recommend for your young performer-actor, singer, dancer, writer, dreamer. Ps... the pool is clean and perfect- the cabins are older, but not moldy- I'm not sure where the bad reviewer below stayed, but it does not sound like this camp. The cost is not "cheap" but I feel that the value is there- the kids are learning & are safe-engaged-encouraged-and really well taken care of.

The most creative and fun filled area for your kids! Free to express and imagination fueled with…read moreinspiration. As a mother of creative and artistic children I highly recommend!!

Some amazing people bringing community and care to the SLV neighborhood. Excited to see the…read moreprojects and creativity coming out. Congrats on making your dreams come true!

My daughter loves the Out and About afterschool and summer backpacking programs and has…read moreparticipated in them from K-5th grade. Travis and his team are responsible, caring, thoughtful educators... and they really know their stuff about the great outdoors! My daughter has become a more capable hiker, an expert plant identifier, and a confident communicator thanks to this program. Finding good afterschool options can be a challenge; we've found Out and About to be our most reliable, beloved program that she continues to love as she grows.

This is such a fun and safe program for my daughter. She looks forward to being with the…read moreinstructors and they are active about communicating with us parents. I only learned about this program through a friend and I am so grateful that I did. My daughter is having a blast and I am so grateful for Travis and his team.

The best swim lessons around! Our kids have progressed SO much with Cougar Swim School. Going 4…read moredays a week for two weeks in a row really makes a difference. The entire swim program is very strong and we have always been more than impressed with the instructors. They are kind, skilled at what they do and push the kids just enough but also have so much fun. Our kids love it here and so do we.

Great swim director & instructors. We love that it doesn't get crowded. The pool is always warm…read moreunlike other pools we've been to. Having no showers or locker rooms is quite inconvenient but it's still our favorite place for a family swim day!