Lair of the Golden Bear
21 People, 5 States, One Family: A Conversation with New Camper Rob
By Jessie FisherWhat makes the Lair different from other vacations? For Rob, “the Lair offered so many more informal opportunities to reconnect than had we been staying in a hotel, or a motel, or a theme park.”
Cathy Connelly Named General Manager, Lair of the Golden Bear
Connelly's leadership, deep connections to the Lair community, and passion for delivering exceptional camper experiences make her the perfect person to guide us into the future.
What Last Summer’s Camp Blue Program Director Wants New Campers to Know
By Jessie FisherLast summer, Leon Tasch, the Camp Blue program director, got a front-row seat to all the magic and mayhem. Now, he’s here to give you the inside scoop—because there’s a lot more to the Lair than you might think.
Advance Team Member Kol Van Giesen Just Brought His Lair Staffing Skills to the Campaign Trail
By Jessie FisherThe constant go, go, go,…working until the job is done, and not just done, but done above and beyond, was important both in Pinecrest and on the trail.
Chancellor Lyons Talks Lair of the Golden Bear
By Jessie FisherChancellor Lyons, who’s known for carrying his guitar around camp, shared his personal stories, reflected on how the Lair fuels Cal spirit, and offered some words of wisdom for the staffers and campers to come.
Why 2024’s First-Year Staffers Can’t Wait to Return Next Summer
By Jessie FisherI asked a couple of students who staffed their first summer at the Lair last year why they’re coming back—and why they can’t wait to do it all over again.
Learning to Speak Lair: Decoding Camp Vocabulary
By Jessie FisherThe Lair has a vocabulary that weaves its way through everything, from the thwack of arrows in archery to the glow of campfires at day’s end. Here, “Hail” is a goodbye, “Buy-in” is a challenge, and “Disco Bingo” is exactly what it sounds like. Welcome to the Lair lexicon.
Camp Magic vs. Corporate Climb: What’s Really Worth Your Time
By Jessie FisherDeciding to work at the Lair of the Golden Bear is not a reckless act of rebellion, nor a polite excuse to procrastinate adulthood. It’s something more profound and more interesting.
Going Once, Going Twice! Make a Bid on Lair Auction Items
From signed Cal Athletics memorabilia to lunch with Chancellor Lyons, there’s something for everyone in the Lair of the Golden Bear’s 2024 online auction.
Join Us for Work Weekend!
Join us in late May and early June for Work Weekends - a behind the scenes look at the Lair and volunteer weekend to help us get our camps ready for summer.
Building Year-Round Community at the Lair
Reflections from the Lair staff on their connections to the Lair, a home away from home for all who visit.
Lair Virtual Information Session
First-time camper? Tune in for a fun and informative glimpse at what you can expect from a Lair of the Golden Bear vacation.
