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    YMCA Camp Marston

    3.3 (39 reviews)
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    Kimmy C.

    We didn't formally attend the camp but met with the kindest ranger who was overseeing the venue during Covid March 2021. Papa/ owner to a beautiful and kind Great Dane -- Iris? This gentleman really impressed our families and encouraged our re-return. We discovered this location on happenstance. It's Covid 2021 in March after a brief winter storm. We decided to pull over here not knowing that the camp was operational. We had a small patch of snow play that thoroughly entertained our young children. Mr. Ranger allowed us the brief stay and welcomed us to tour the bunk dormatories. For a nominal price (i think he mentioned $350/weekend) you can rent out one of the lodge buildings which had plenty of room to sleep several large families. No kitchen, but a cute shared space.. it could be really fun to escape here. The area was peaceful and there's so many fun activities that would go on during the normal camp season.. There's a lake, rock climbing, bb gun shooting, archery, soccer, etc. I think this is something out family would come back and explore! Reviewing for the extreme kindness by the Ranger/ Iris papa. His reception and warmth made us want to return and consider bringing out kids back.

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    Jeff R.

    So the 5 stars are primarily based on the fact that after my kids came back from 6th grade camp in November they had nothing but glowing remarks about their experience there. However this weekend was also open house by the YMCA to promote their summer camps. So hey why not let the kids relive camp for a day and we get to join the ride? Well, I got to say the place was everything they reported it to be. Rock climbing. Soccer. Basketball. Candle making. SMORES! Archery. They even shot BB guns. Thanks YMCA guess what the kids want for Christmas. We did tour the facilities. The camp rooms look comfy. The cafeteria program was set up with yummy but nutritious options. They do meet allergy needs. They did serve brownies for snacks and well, I snuck thirds.

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    Staff were all super welcoming and friendly! Cabins were awesome and clean and had heaters!

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    Archery course was top notch, candle making was a hit with girls and boys, and the rock climbing was a favorite.

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    YMCA Raintree Ranch

    YMCA Raintree Ranch

    2.6(11 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    Kid friendly
    Locally owned & operated

    This place is horrible. The food on the first few nights was good but on wenesday... it was…read moreteriyaki chicken that gave everyone food poisoning. Most of the counslers there were kind and helpful but Connor the counsler was a different story. He made us do things like cleaning the toliet and he was always in a grumpy modd. Overall i would not recommend this camp.

    NEGLECT ??? BE AWARE WHO YOU LEAVE YOUR CHILDREN WITH…read more Felicia was cruel and mean. She was disrespectful, she left my child behind during hiking time. My daughter said that Felicia favors certain children which makes other campers feel sad and isolated. Charlie the Pegasus and Ennis the Rangler were the only kind and amazing counselors there. The days mostly consisted of cleaning horse poop and walking in the woods? The kids wake up early in the morning to work (but only the grunt work) The kids were soaked before going on the horses and my daughter came home with a severe rash....................... My daughter was very excited about going to this camp. She has been riding horses for 4 years now. YMCA is collecting $ 1,400.00 per camper for one week of horse camp. There are about 75 campers there. (you do the math) She said the food was horrible, there was nothing to drink besides faucet water and no dessert. Thankfully I did send her with bottles of water, which she said Felicia attempted to take from her. My daughter refused to give up the water bottles. She was fully prepared and had everything recommended on the list. by Thursday she got sick. I was told that several of the campers were experiencing sore throats and headaches. I believe it was because there were children who were instructed to drink from a hose. Several kids putting their mouths on one hose? (COVID) She told me the only thing they were allowed to drink for every meal was faucet water which apparently was yellow (Rust, Magense or something else??. I find it hard to believe that YMCA cannot afford milk or juice for the kids? The activities that are hyped up are only one day. she got to shoot the arrow one time. She could not rock climb because there was a loose stone on the wall. she did get to paddle board on the lake she did like that part. I promise that I will make it my life's mission to deter any other children from going to this camp. SHAME ON YOU YMCA I AM DEFINATELY GOING TO CALL THE DIRECTOR MONDAY MORNING. Felicia gave the campers Cabin 4 & 5 a ""OIUJA BOARD"" to play with?!? This is what upset me the most. My kiddo came home dehydrated and hungry and crying. She ran out of there as fast as she could.

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    Integrity Stables

    Integrity Stables

    5.0(61 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    Whenever we travel, we try to do a trail ride. As more experienced horse people, we've found that…read moreit can be hard to find tourist trail rides that are for fun for people who already know how to ride. After a lot of research I picked Integrity Stables and I'm so glad I did! Horses are well loved and cared for, the ride was very private (just us and our guide), the scenes were beautiful, and our trail guide (I'm blanking on his name he was young--maybe it was Luke?) was super knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Would recommend to anyone (experienced horse person or not) and definitely plan on going back next time I'm in San Diego! While it is a little drive from San Diego (45 min - 1hr), the little town of Julian was the perfect place for us to stop afterwards for lunch before we made the drive back!

    The experience was great from the scheduling of a ride to the end with pictures taken and feeding…read moreof the horses. The guide Colt was the nicest person with a great sense of humor and customer service. He explained everything about the horses, taught the basics of riding, gave the history of the gold mines on the property and the mountain toll roads taken by the horses. All around it was great. Tess the horse was so gentle and gave a ride never to forget. Thank you all at Integrity Stables we look forward to coming back soon. Blessings to you, your family and all your beautiful horses that you care for so much.

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    Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures - We made this candle and painted these at Fort Cross!!

    Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures

    4.5(139 reviews)
    4.0 mi

    Absolutely amazing experience for adults and kids alike! Went with my little one and husband for a…read morest. Patrick day event! It was above and beyond what I expected and we enjoyed every minute of it! St. Patrick was a highlight for my son and husband who enjoyed his spot on Irish accent very much! The scavenger hunt was sweet and well thought out with very fun prizes at the end! Everyone made new friends, the petting zoo was great too! I made friends with one of the brand new goat babies they're very sweet and tiny! My husband held a couple snakes and my little guy had fun watching the tortoises eat! If your family want to have a great time I highly recommend visiting fort cross! Incredible Photo ops everywhere! Did I mention paint ball slingshot , tomahawk throwing and archery ? Well done and family fun great for bonding! We loved the very welcoming and compassionate owners! We are already planning our next visit back!

    If you are looking around Julian for an activity outside of shopping, eating and apple picking; I…read morewould recommend Fort Cross Adventures. This family owned and built setup gives an old timey backyard feel with games ranging from treasure hunt, archery, ax throwing to a large garden/nursery. Like a large backyard it is all dirt paths with over grown trees & bushes so i would not come in high heels or nice shoes. The garden area is an "instagram" worthy spot for influencer photos as it is decorated with vintage photo frames, art, pottery giving it a rustic yet artsy feel. Pictures on yelp do the venue more justice than the companies website or TripAdvisor. Dates and hours are limited, as the family runs all aspects of Fort Cross. Highly recommend confirming they are open before just heading out. My one reservation or word of caution is with the archery. There are no forearm guards or finger protection offered. The bowstring with repetitive can possibly hurt your skin and cause of injuries.

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    Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles - Camp Osito Rancho

    Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles - Camp Osito Rancho

    4.4(14 reviews)
    83.2 mi

    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.

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    Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles - Camp Osito Rancho
    Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles - Camp Osito Rancho
    Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles - Camp Osito Rancho

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