We rented Blum Lodge at Camp Stevens for a Women's Empowerment International Fundraiser on a…read moreSaturday afternoon. We had about 100 people attending for a Luncheon, Program, Silent Auction, Critter Encounter and Raffle. There was plenty of space indoors for 11 tables and we put one table outdoors for people who preferred to sit outside. Our auction items were outside. It was a big success and everyone loved the venue with it's James Hubbell stained glass windows and doors and lots of light, in a lovely natural setting with all the big trees. They allowed us to set up the night before which really helped. The staff was available to fix a couple things before our event started. We also rented plates, glasses and silverware from them. We brought our own ethnic caterer this time but we have used their catering the two previous years and it was very good, healthy, farm to table cuisine. They could use a couple new round tables and half of the chairs could be upgraded but they had plenty of tables for dining, auction items, raffle items , food, dessert, check in, etc. All in all, we were very happy with the venue and are planning to use it again next year as it is the best venue we have used so far in Julian for our purposes.

I have been coming to Camp Stevens for many years. The property is beautiful and bucolic and the…read morestaff is even better. This past weekend I attended one of their family camps with my husband and two young children. It was magical. They thought of everything! The food was delicious! In addition, there were always choices for my picky eaters and allergy-friendly options for my spouse. Activities included archery, water games, swimming, ice cream making, farm animal visits, painting, bingo, and more. With two active kids who are three years apart, it is often a struggle for us to go places. The kids both have such different interests and attention spans. This was the best vacation we have taken as a family. Everyone got to have fun, feel excited, and be safe. I cannot recommend Camp Stevens enough. A huge thank you to the staff! We will definitely be back.

The Blue Apple Ranch is part of the Toby Wells Foundation. It is a place where rescued horses and…read moredisadvantaged youth can come together! It is a place for philanthropy and for volunteers to donate their time to help both youth and horses - making the world a better place! I don't know about you, but I support good causes!

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.

Claire is the Best!! Every child that learns with Claire is very. Very lucky. She has the most…read moreamazing way with children and her horses are wonderful. Her love and bond with her horses is evident. Claire is absolutely the best person to introduce and nurture our children in learning about horses and building a lifelong connection with horses. Each child learns at their own pace.

I love Clare! Her love for these horses and passion to teach kiddos about them is above and beyond…read more My about to be 7 year old goes to Clare's for 3 or so hours once a week to not just ride but CARE for these amazing animals. She brushes them, feeds them and loves them, teaching her about work ethic and connection. Highly recommend the experience with Clare! We have so much love and admiration for this wonderful lady.

This may be a good stable to take lessons from, if I had gotten the chance to actually experience…read moreit. I found their ad on Craigslist so I texted the trainer to ask about lessons, as it was stated in their CL ad this was a preferred way of contacting them. I got a couple texts back regarding pricing and then I was told I would be called back the following day with more information so I could schedule a lesson. No one ever called. Now I completely understand not having time to text all day, but when you say you are going to call, actually call. I just found it unprofessional and felt like they didn't care about my business since they couldn't even call me back when I was clearly ready to schedule a lesson. Also, if you can't respond to text, take that out of your contact method on your ad. Or if you don't want any new students stop posting so many ads.

I had high hopes, but am very disappointed…read more I purchased a large and expensive package of private riding lessons for my daughter as her main Christmas present. Scheduling was very difficult, and lessons were often cancelled at the last minute. Multiple messages to schedule lessons were never returned. Multiple requests to refund the outstanding balance for these lessons (paid for but never provided) were never returned. Ignoring the problem does not make it disappear, Holly. You disappointed us, especially my daughter.

Love this location. My son always comes out so happy after having a productive day with his…read moreteachers. Is learning so much in the couple months he has been here. Thank you to Audrey for welcoming me and my son. To his teachers in his class thank you for all you do!!

Extremely disappointed. If you are a parent looking for reliable care for your children, who…read morecommunicates with you and who understands the stress that comes with searching for child care, then I DO NOT recommend this place. They will take your money to add you to an imaginary waitlist, which they will then "pause" without notice and without a refund of your deposit. I paid the waitlist fee of $150 on April 6, 2022 with a projected opening spot of December 2022 for my infant. I inquired numerous times regarding my place on the waitlist, only to be given vague responses such as: 1. "We are still working our way through the waitlist" 2. "We have paused all Poway enrollment at this time, we are hoping to enroll new children very shortly into our center. I will be in touch with you soon once we start to move down the waitlist", and 3. "Once we come across your name on the waitlist and a spot becomes available I will be in touch with you immediately." It's the end of January 2023 and I have yet to hear from them. My family and I waited and waited to hear from them, and were not able asses our childcare options properly due to their lack of communication. At this point, I don't believe there is even a waitlist anymore, and i just lost $150 at no fault of our own. If I had removed myself from the waitlist I would understand not getting a refund, but that is not the case. I'm still here waiting for them to "come across my name." I would not recommend taking the chance. Good luck, parents!

Super fun and creative activities for kids, and they will come to you! Perfect for a kids birthday.read more

What a great team and experience! They were so sweet with the kids and we all had a great time!read more

It was a great experience, I was a first timer and we got out there and shredded some waves and had…read morea great time, definitely will be coming back in the future!

Wow! I can't say enough kind things about my whole experience. Cory and his team were absolutely…read moreamazing. Ray led the lesson and made everyone feel included. He even took his time to remember everyone's name, which says a lot. He was very encouraging and helpful. My group ended up connecting after to hangout the rest of the day in Oceanside and we all even ended up buying surf boards back at the shop (also highly recommend). Give Cory your money and go surf! Trust me!

My daughter had an amazing experience at Danger Noodle summer camp! Ryan and Kathryn have been very…read morewelcoming and made her feel comfortable since day one. They are fun, knowledgeable and very passionate about their project and this camp has truly inspired my daughter in loving and respecting reptiles and wildlife!

From the owner: We are a company dedicated to the conservation and education of the worlds wildlife. We are…read morecurrently directing our skills towards the rescue and relocation of all snakes (mostly rattlesnakes) in the area of San Diego County. We also provide educational programs extended to schools, summer camps, birthday parties, and any event where people are curious to see and interact with reptiles from around the world. Whether is rattlesnake removal, snake removal, speaking events, educational events, or summer camp for your kiddos, we are here for you. Snake removal, Snake Rescue, Den clearing, Snake Inspections, Snake Fencing

I truly cannot say enough amazing things about this daycare. My baby started here at just 5 months…read moreold, and as a first-time mom, taking him to daycare was honestly one of the hardest things for me. I had so much fear and anxiety about leaving my baby with someone else, but Pansy was absolutely wonderful. She was so patient, understanding, and reassuring, and she really helped give me the comfort I needed to make that transition. Now, seeing how much my baby LOVES being there makes my heart so happy. I can genuinely see the love that Pansy, Arjun, and all of the teachers pour into my baby and the other children. It's not just a place where I feel like I'm dropping him off to be watched, I truly feel like I'm leaving him with people who love and care for him. A special shoutout to his amazing teachers because they are truly the sweetest. They are so caring, loving, and attentive with him, and that means everything to me. My baby is always coming home doing something new, and I'm constantly amazed by how much he is learning and developing while he's there. There is no better feeling as a parent than knowing your baby is safe, happy, learning, and most importantly, loved while you're away. I'm so incredibly grateful that we found this daycare. From the owners, Pansy and Arjun, to all of the wonderful teachers, thank you for loving and caring for my baby the way that you do. You made something that was initially so scary for me become something I now feel completely at peace with. We are so grateful to be a part of this daycare family.

Kiddies Korner is such an amazing daycare my daughter has been attending this daycare since she was…read more5 months old, at first I was scared to leave my daughter with strangers but after meeting the teachers and the owner I knew she would be safe with them. Kah'liyah loves going to daycare everyday the teachers do an amazing job at teaching her new things I see it every time she comes home from daycare she learns something new everyday. If you want a good daycare for your child I definitely recommend this site they are very family oriented and care about all their kids that attend. P.S they take the best pictures here is a few of her while she was at daycare.