Our Goals
We accept every kid for who they are and help them grow into who they want to be!
Screen-free, nature, adventure, and leadership overnight camp in Cambria, California.
We love all kinds of kids. We love hyper kids and shy kids. We love creative kids and athletic kids, kids who ask questions and kids who are nervous about being away from home. We love the messy kids, the movie-quoting kids, the kids who wear costumes, and every other kid in between.
Read more about our goals of Connect, Explore, and Grow from real participants and families:
Connect
Screen-free summer camp that creates pathways for genuine connection, belonging, and new perspectives.
“My daughter felt truly accepted and bonded deeply with her cabin mates and counselors. She told me that she liked being with other kids who embrace diverse identities and perspectives. It was heartwarming to witness. The tears she shed as she said goodbye to her campmates and Ocean Pines staff are a testament to the deep connections she made. Ocean Pines offers the kind of summer experience that opens up kids’ hearts and expands their ability to see the world anew.”
-Summer Camp Parent
Explore
Explore nature, community, and discover who you want to be at Camp!
“I love this camp so, so much. It holds such a wonderful and special place in my heart. I’ve made lifelong friends, and I honestly think camp has changed my life. All of the counselors have changed the way I think about myself and the world.”
-Summer Camper
Grow
A supportive community that makes a real, lifelong impact on campers and families.
“Our daughter has OCD. When she went to camp, it was for 2 weeks. We were terrified we would get called back the first day to bring her home after she got "dirty". The 2nd day of pictures, we saw her lying down with her hair touching the ground. 2 days after that, one of her cabin mates was in one of her shirts.
When we picked her up, it was 2 days of breathlessly and excitedly telling us every detail. She didn't even really touch her electronics the first week home, she stayed well-grounded and even volunteered to do some chores and help around the house! She has stayed connected with her cabin mates, and is eager to see them next summer!
Camp Ocean Pines isn't just a vacation for her (and us), it is a life-changing place where our kids can learn to live, love, and thrive.”
-Summer Camp Parent