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Things to Do in Camp

With a backyard of incomparable beauty and stellar college staff leading programming, the Lair of the Golden Bear will leave an indelible mark on your entire family. Lair campers of all ages enjoy a multitude of staff-led activities during each day of your stay. Others find adventure on their own. By the time departure day arrives, you will have fallen in love with our special corner of the Sierra Nevada!

lair tent cabins

Age-Group Activities

Cubs of all ages will love making new friends at camp, exploring their creativity, and diving into nature on their own terms.
Photo by Angela Lang
Photo by Angela Lang
Photo by Suz McFadden
Photo by Kevin Kitsuda
Photo by Suz McFadden
Photo by Suz McFadden

Archery

Sign up for an archery lesson!

four people doing archery Photo by Suz McFadden

Nature

Go on a hike on one of the many beautiful routes right in our backyard!
Photo by Angela Lang
Photo by Nancy Rubin
Photo by Nancy Rubin

Arts and Crafts

Get in touch with your creative side with our art program!
Camper kid throwing a pot on the pottery wheel.
A staffer applying henna to the arm of a smiling kid.
tie dye hanging on clothesline

Pool Time!

Enjoy some time by the pool on a hot summer’s day!

kids at pool in line

Athletics

Play sports including softball, basketball, tennis, volleyball, and more!
Photo by Kevin Kitsuda
Photo by Nancy Rubin
Photo by Suz McFadden
Photo by Nancy Rubin
Photo by Angela Lang
Photo by Angela Lang

More Activities

Photo by Nancy Rubin
Photo by Suz McFadden
Photo by Susan Lo
Photo by Nancy Rubin
Photo by Erin Proudfoot
Photo by Erin Proudfoot
cotton candy Photo by Suz McFadden
Photo by Suz McFadden