Camp Activities

Kids Learn Best When They’re Having Fun!

Activities are about so much more than just the experience. They’re opportunities to build confidence, develop essential life skills, practice decision-making, navigate peer pressure, and discover who they want to be.

A Camp Day of Their Own! At Main Camp, campers choose their activities each day, giving them the freedom to follow their interests, explore new passions, and have a voice in how they spend their time.

Explore the activities below and discover all the ways your camper will learn and grow!

Offsite Trips

  • Sea Kayaking

  • Beach Trip

  • Zip lining

  • Rock Climbing

  • Tide Pooling

  • Hiking

  • Sand Dunes

Epic adventures along the California Coast!

Campers build confidence, discover courage, challenge themselves, and learn to take healthy risks while making unforgettable memories.

Does your teen love adventure? The Adventure Program is for them!

The Adventure Program

  • All ocean swimming is done with bright yellow lifejackets under the supervision of our trained staff lifeguards.

    Kayaking is lead by lifeguards and trained counselors to support, while rock climbing is lead by belay-certified staff members, only.

    All offsite trips that are accessed by car transport are only done by driver-trained, 21+ staff members.

Nature and Science

  • Animal Meet and Greet

  • Nature Center Discovery

  • Mystery Science

  • Forest Exploration

  • Shelter Building in the Woods

  • Nature Art

  • Hammocks Under the Pines

New discoveries, new interests, and a deeper connection to nature!

Campers develop curiosity, patience, teamwork, and an appreciation for ecology while discovering the world around them.

    • 1 Great Horned Owl-Earl

    • 3 Rabbits-Goliath, Bunnicula, and Grendel

    • 2 Ball Pythons-Darla and Daryl

    • 1 California King Snake-Stevie

    • I Corn Snake-Angelina Jolie

    • 1 Rosy Boa- Clementine

    • 1 Lizard Gecko-Macaroni

    • Touch Tank with a variety of sea creatures!

Sports and Games

  • Archery

  • Axe Throwing

  • Slingshots

  • Soccer

  • Ga-ga

  • Nine Square

  • Volleyball

  • Kickball

  • Field Games

  • Relay Races

Get outside and PLAY!

Campers build focus, teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence while learning to encourage others and navigate the ups and downs of winning and losing.

Arts and Crafts

  • Tie Dye and Watercolors

  • Painted Succulent Planters

  • Friendship Bracelets

  • Lanyards

  • Jewelry Making

  • Candle Making

  • Makers space

Think outside the box, try something new, and let your creativity shine!

Campers learn self-expression, patience, attention to detail, resourcefulness, and the value of embracing mistakes as part of the creative process.

Creative Play

  • LARP- Live Action Role Play

  • Dungeons and Dragons

  • Pines Times (newspaper articles)

  • Tea Party

  • Camp News Show

Dream up a world, create a character, and let your imagination lead the way!

Campers learn creative thinking, storytelling, perspective-taking, communication, and collaboration while building confidence in sharing their ideas and bringing their imaginations to life.

Performance Arts

  • Guitar and Ukulele Lessons

  • Dancing and Choreography

  • Zumba

  • Karaoke

  • Talent Show

  • Improv

  • Skits and Plays

Step outside your comfort zone, find your spotlight, and let your talent shine!

Campers build self-confidence, courage, adaptability, and creative expression while discovering new talents and exploring passions that could last a lifetime.

Food Activities

  • Outdoor Cooking

  • Bake Off

  • Pretzel Making

  • S’mores at the Campfire

Try something new, get hands-on, and enjoy the fruits of your labor!

Campers develop independence, creativity, practical life skills, and an appreciation for following instructions, experimenting with new ideas, and enjoying the rewards of their hard work.