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Camp Adventurewood - Archery is always one of the campers' favorite activities at Camp Adventurewood.

Camp Adventurewood

4.8(43 reviews)
17.9 mi
79 years in business
Locally owned & operated

My son attended his first season at Camp Adventurewood in 2023 - it was his first experience at a…read moresummer camp and he was a little nervous and shy but all his counselors made him feel so welcome and comfortable and after the first day he was hooked! He loved the variety of activities and made so many new friends. He came home with fun stories each day. I loved that they offered a variety of options from 2 days/week to 5 days. We returned last summer and an unexpected and sudden medical event threw our summer for a loop. They were beyond kind and accommodating. Michael, the owner, personally made sure we were taken care of at a very scary time and was just incredibly kind and communicative. I can't thank him and his staff enough for the support. I would recommend this camp for any family. Its like a classic, old-school summer day camp experience!

My son attended Adventurewood camp for the first time this week. For the most part he enjoyed…read morehimself -- particularly the characters they introduce throughout the week. However, we decided to pull him out for next week because of a very disturbing situation. He shared that a counselor had pushed him with both hands on his shoulders during a capture the flag activity. He had dropped his flag and was putting it back on when a counselor (he didn't know her name) pushed him back hard enough to make him lose his balance and fall. She also barked "you need to reset!" She didn't ask if he was ok or help him up. You'd think if this was an accidental push and he fell over she would say something like "sorry bud are you ok? Here let me help you up" but nope, not a word. A friend he's attending camp with witnessed the whole incident. Since I pick them both up in the afternoons they both recounted this situation to me and both of them noted how inappropriate her behavior was. I immediately reached out to Michael, the owner of the camp. He said he wanted to identify this counselor and get her side of the story. Understandable. My son felt uncomfortable going back the next day but I reassured him it would be handled and offered to drop him off in the morning and stick around to talk to Michael and the counselor. I wanted him to feel safe. Michael identified her (her name is Carson) and said he wanted to talk to her first, which he did a few feet away from me. I heard her say she didn't push him. They then walked over to me and she again denied everything. So we asked both kids to come over and recount what happened. They both did -- in front of her -- and reiterated she pushed him. She denied even touching him. So Michael suggests at this point that perhaps it was an accident and my son responds by saying "how do you push someone like that by accident?!" No response. So I ask her, are you saying these kids are lying? She again said she didn't touch him and at this point we send the kids away. I'm incensed because not only does she gaslight both of them to their face but tells this bold faced lie to her boss in front of the campers and me. I tell her I believe them and I think she's the one lying. At this point she gives me this dirty look - angry, irritated and almost rolls her eyes at me. I turn to Michael and say "and now she's giving ME an attitude?!" Unbelievable. In a follow up call, he tells me how good of a person she is and that this is shocking for him to hear but that she doesn't seem like someone who would do something like this...that she's getting her teacher credentials and he knows her really well. I am getting the vibe he doesn't actually believe any of this and he sounds very skeptical. I respond by telling him that it's almost always surprising when people exhibit bad behavior and that even teachers do bad things...that doesn't make her any more credible in my eyes. He acknowledged that. In fact, it's worse because I would be really concerned to have someone like that teaching a kid. Lack of empathy, accountability, and integrity. I mean, I think it's great he's trying to have her back but there are moments in life when you need to draw a line and act swiftly...these are one of those moments. Because ultimately, this impacts the reputation of your camp. I told him that it would be good to offer training to his staff in case this ever happens again in the future and honestly he sounded baffled and asked me to clarify...I said well maybe tell your staff not to give dirty looks to a mom who's clearly upset that her son just got pushed by a grown adult at summer camp?? I told him that the response to this situation could've resulted in a totally different outcome. Had she said something like "I really don't recall pushing you but if I inadvertently did and made you feel bad I'm sorry - I didn't mean to do that" - I would've went home that morning feeling fine about the situation. When I told him this he said that he's not going to police all her reactions, that she's still young, that she's still learning and made all kinds of excuses for her. Exhausting. Apparently she got a "warning" and will sit out of the flag activity (umm, ok...). He seems like a smart guy and wish him nothing but success in the future and I was earnestly trying to offer advice for how to handle a situation like this better but it fell on deaf ears. I really hope that some kind of learning comes out of this for both of them. Oh and to top it off, my son's friend told her mom that Carson was giving her looks several times throughout the day today and when she asked what kind she said "side eye" looks. NOT COOL. My son also said she was kind of mean to him but wondering why they were even in close proximity when Michael said they'd absolutely be separated and would not see each other? Validates we both made the right choice by pulling them both out. He offered a refund but I'm still pissed about the situation.

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Campers row their canoes in search of battery-operated fish.

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The campers erupt in cheers at Camp Adventurewood!

Camp Adventurewood - Megan and Giovanni's Troop of campers arrive at the campsite.

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Marshall Canyon Equestrian Center - Me and Wyatt

Marshall Canyon Equestrian Center

4.9(296 reviews)
4.4 mi

We booked an hour long ride at Marshall Canyon Equestrian for my husbands birthday and we both…read moreloved it!! Cinnamon was our guide and she was amazing, very informative! The trail was nice, shady and everyone riding their bikes on the trail were very friendly and would wait for you to pass. We rode Moonshine and Dude and they were both great. The horses know the way and follow your guide, so it's great for beginners. There's also parking in site, and our guide took photos for us while we were on the trail. We're definitely going to return. :)

had such a great time horseback riding here! From the moment we arrived, the whole team was…read moreprofessional, courteous, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. Our trail lead was fantastic. Kennedy, the horseback lead, was knowledgeable, calm, and gave us clear, easy-to-follow instructions that even beginners could understand. She checked on us the throughout the ride to make sure everyone was comfortable and having fun. The trail was beautiful: shady sections, little creeks to cross, gentle up-and-down hills, and tons of lush green scenery all around. We passed several bikers and hikers, and every single one was super respectful of the horses and politely gave us the right of way. The horses themselves were awesome. calm and steady, with just the right amount of playful sass to keep it interesting. We left smiling and already talking about coming back. We definitely recommend this place to anyone wanting a relaxing yet exciting trail ride. Whether you're a first-timer or experienced rider, you'll love it!

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Marshall Canyon Equestrian Center - Moonshine & Dude

Moonshine & Dude

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Marshall Canyon Equestrian Center - Guided Trail Ride

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Claremont Chefs Academy - Table for 12 guests

Claremont Chefs Academy

4.1(68 reviews)
5.2 mi

I can only speak on the kid's cooking class as I know the reviews are a bit different for the…read moreadults. When I walked in, we were greeted very friendly by the front desk and instructors. It was our first time and they made us feel extremely welcomed and invited. That's a HUGE green flag in my book. You want to be around people excited about their job and what they do. When I went to pick up my friend's kid, he was very excited for what he cooked. I got to try some of the pizza he made and honestly, the crust was better than a lot of the pizza joints out there and the crust I've made before. He's in the older class (pre teens and teens) and seemed to enjoy cooking with them. Afterwards, the front desk told us about the different classes and programs. We got the recipe for this week and past weeks so we can try them at home as some of the items caught my eye. He loved the class and will be going back. If your kid has an eye on cooking and wants to learn, I'd definitely sign them up here. It's always good to have some hands on help to ask questions and learn. Wish they had more classes and we missed out on sign ups for the summer. It's $40 a class or 4 weeks is $145 I believe. 90 minute classes. Since they already have the ingredients and everything, it's worth the price.

Our first time trying a cooking class here and the kids had a blast making crepes! My son…read moreabsolutely loved it. He actually ate every single one he made.

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Claremont Chefs Academy - The make chicken katsu curry to celebrate Father's Day

The make chicken katsu curry to celebrate Father's Day

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The birthday girl and her friend decorating their chef hat

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Drawn2Art - Glendora - Age 15, Watercolor

Drawn2Art - Glendora

4.7(29 reviews)
3.9 mi

My girls absolutely love going to Drawn 2 Art! We have been a part of this wonderful art community…read morefor a long time now, and it has been such a rewarding experience. The teachers are amazing--they are so encouraging, skilled, and patient. My daughters look forward to going to their class every single week. On top of that, everyone who sees their artwork is always so impressed. If you are looking for a fantastic place for your kids to grow creatively, this is definitely it!

We have been coming to Drawn2Art for over a year now, since our daughter was 5, and we have had…read moresuch a wonderful experience. She has taken the regular weekly classes as well as summer camps and workshops, and she absolutely loves coming here. She is always excited to go to class and comes out happy every time. One thing I especially appreciate is how much she understands about what she is learning. I personally don't know much about art, but she can tell me what she is working on, what techniques she is learning, and what she is trying to accomplish. The teachers are also incredibly patient, attentive, and wonderful with children. Our daughter is naturally shy and takes some time to warm up to new people. We tried a free trial class, and she immediately loved it and asked me if she could keep taking classes! We are so happy we found Drawn2Art and would highly recommend it to other families. We are very grateful to all the teachers for creating such a positive and encouraging environment for kids to learn and enjoy art.

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Drawn2Art - Glendora - Age 5, Watercolor Crayon

Age 5, Watercolor Crayon

Drawn2Art - Glendora - Age 13, Oil painting

Age 13, Oil painting

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