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

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.

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).

I can't say enough on how amazing Aya and the Greenhorn Ranch staff is! I planned a 4 day, 3 night…read moretrip for my company's offsite here. It was rescheduled from last October due to the Dixie Fire, but our 80 person group was so excited when we finally met, stayed, played and ate together at the Ranch. There was a bit of everything for everyone at all skill levels for the guided activities - horseback riding, skeet shooting, archery and electric biking. For those who weren't interested and unable to participate, there were lawn games like corn hole, fishing, people watching on the deck, pool, hiking and more! Food was served 3 meals a day at the same times. Each meal was so delicious! They even kicked off our first dinner with prime rib and ribs then a taco bar and finally spaghetti and meatballs. They hosted evening activities after dinner, which kept our group entertained. From live music, karaoke night and bonfire and s'mores, our group really enjoyed karaoke night, maybe a little too much. Aya and the staff went above and beyond for our group. From bringing a birthday cake and cupcakes to celebrate one of our employee's birthday to mowing down the lawn for a company ceremony we held that night, they truly understood what it meant to host such a special trip for us, without us even asking! Not to forget to mention, they even shuttled our employees from a hotel to the Ranch daily, multiple times a day. They were able to secure a larger vehicle to fit all 12 employees. If you're thinking of hosting a company offsite somewhere, look no further!

I booked my trip to Greenhorn Ranch over six months ago. My daughter wanted to visit a dude ranch…read morefor her graduation trip. I started out a bit cynical about the high pricing per day per person of all the dude ranches I investigated and drove to Greenhorn probably in more of a negative skeptical headspace than I should have. If you read any of my reviews you will see that I'm also a tough customer and critical but fair reviewer. So when I say that if I could I would give this place TEN STARS, take that to heart. It's in an absolutely dreamlike location, a 60 acre ranch dropped in the middle of a 500,000 acre idyllic forest with over 60000 acres of accessible trails. The place is laid out like a small western town with saloon and chuck house to eat. The rooms were surprisingly stylish comfortable and well appointed. The shower had great pressure and hot water and our creekside cabins sat on the stream with a view. The food is basic, ribs and chicken, hot dogs and hamburgers for lunch but that what I like and I will say everything including the steaks were well flavored and cooked perfectly. Is the place overpriced. Yes but I would gladly and happily return so I guess it's worth it. I've been to many horse riding places including Arizona and Wyoming and I have never seen healthier or more beautiful well cared for horses anywhere. There were over 60 horses and literally every single one was magnificent and well trained. They also carefully review your preference and skill sheets and make sure to find you the perfect horse both to match your skill level and desire. I always wanted to ride a paint like Little Joe from Bonanza and when I got to the corral for my first ride there was a stunning paint with blonde mane and blue eyes waiting for me. The rides are indescribable with valleys and vistas and mountains and it's more like exploring the frontier than a typical nose to tail operation. THE STAFF: I don't know where to begin. The office staff including and especially Stella and the kitchen folks and every single person we met was welcoming warm kind friendly and charming . And genuine. They made us feel like family and we made fast friends some my daughter may have made for life . I have never been anywhere including luxury 5 star resorts with a better staff or better service . The wranglers including Kadence, Katie, Avery, Jim (Sebastian) and Adrian were actual genuine cowboys, incredible skilled riders and wranglers, consummate professionals who put safety first while making every ride more enjoyable and memorable than the last. Troy the bartender was fun and funny smart and entertaining and a hell of a mixologist. He made me custom creations better than any I've had in upscale clubs and restaurants in NYC. One day I was out by the pond and as I drained my water glass he appeared with a water pitcher and a towel over his arm like a sommelier pouring me wine . He said "more water sir?" The whole thing was a joke and we shared a laugh. My 22 old daughter was heartbroken when we left and we have been all over the world and I've never seen her feel that way about anywhere including Maui or Paris. We are planning on going back in October and probably the rest of our lives . Run don't walk to Greenhorn with your whole extended family. Ten Stars!

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.

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!!!!

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.

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.

I have been to Woodleaf several times, as a camper and as a worker. I have always had the most…read moreamazing time while there. When I was there as a camper, I was astounded by all of the cool things we got to do - mountain biking, zip lining, blobbing, ropes course(ing?)... They also have a great bead shop, snack shop, and pool. Since I was a camper, they've added a climbing tower, really fast slides (which are apparently amazing), and a gigantic swing. I also really liked the food... mmm churros for dessert. There are surprises everyday, lots of games and activities, fun skits, and plenty of interaction with other campers. The camp itself is western-y and the cabins are very nice for a summer camp. As a camper, I remember thinking that everyone who worked there was so friendly and genuine. And once I became a worker there, I realized it was because everyone there had this amazing heart for Jesus and passion for the youth. There is a "speaker" who throughout the week explains what Jesus Christ did for us, and it is amazing to see how many kids are touched by the message. Being at Woodleaf is truly an amazing experience.