activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 4
- Annual Open House EventHosts an annual Open House event to allow families to explore the summer camp opportunities and the campsite.
- Facility Rentals Camp Facility Rental & Retreat HostingOffers its camp facilities for private rentals from May through September for various events including reunions, retreats, weddings, leadership trainings, and community events. The facilities include 12 cabins, a central shower house, a dining hall and kitchen, and recreational areas like a fire ring, sand volleyball pit, and open spaces for group activities.
- Operating Overnight Youth Camps Youth Overnight Camps for Vulnerable PopulationsProvides traditional overnight camper weeks for children aged 6-12, including activities like horseback riding and kayaking. The organization also hosts a Teen Week for adolescents aged 13-14 with activities such as horseback riding and high ropes courses, and a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Week for teens aged 15-17 focusing on leadership and communication skills.
- Operating Summer Day Camps Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure ProgramsOperates structured day camp programs for children aged 6-12 in June and July, offering activities such as crafts, games, hiking, outdoor education, archery, arts and crafts, and STEAM projects. The camp provides daily transportation from Flagstaff, maintains a nut-free environment, and ensures safety with CPR, First Aid, and AED certified staff and a dedicated Camp Nurse.
capacity building · 1
- Alumni Network Development Alumni Directory & Network DevelopmentDevelops an alumni network to facilitate connections, share stories, and provide updates among former camp participants and staff. This includes collecting contact information for mailers and event notifications.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Experiential learning in nature-based environment experiential_learningUses immersive outdoor camp experiences in a peaceful forest setting to foster personal development, independence, and real-world skills such as communication and problem-solving through high-energy activities, traditions, and unstructured social time.
- Home-away-from-home community model home-away-from-homeOperates with a nurturing, family-like environment that promotes belonging and emotional safety, reinforced by staff who are largely former campers, creating continuity and deep community ties.
- Inclusive health and preparedness support inclusive dietary accommodationPromotes physical well-being and full participation by adapting meals for dietary needs (excluding gluten), offering child-friendly nutritious options, and preparing campers for rural outdoor conditions through clear guidance on packing and dress.
- Intentional social integration and inclusion intentional social integrationDesigns social structures—such as limiting bunk requests and integrating day campers with overnight campers—to encourage new friendships, broaden social connections, and build independence while maintaining a cohesive camp community.
- Youth leadership and lifelong community engagement lifelong_camp_communityDevelops leadership skills through structured programs like Counselor-in-Training (CIT), and sustains engagement beyond camp years by viewing all participants and staff as lifelong members of a shared, collaboratively maintained community.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program
A program for older youth to develop leadership skills, act as role models, and gain experience in a camp environment.
Day Camp
A summer day camp program for children aged 6-12, offering activities like archery, arts & crafts, STEAM projects, hiking, and camp games. Includes lunch and optional bus transportation from Flagstaff.
Overnight Camp
A residential summer camp program for children, focusing on building confidence, independence, and life skills through outdoor adventures and community building.
relationships · 3
who they work with
- Coconino National Forest Partner — Hosts camp operations within the Coconino National Forest near Mormon Lake, AZ.
- Facebook Partner — Hosts official alumni group for social connection and memory sharing.
- LinkedIn Partner — Hosts official alumni group for professional networking and connection.