Lair of the Golden Bear

Four staffers sitting in the cab of a truck hauling a load of split wood in the back.
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Behind the Scenes at the Lair of the Bear

By Eileen Duncan

When family camp comes to a close, there’s still plenty happening behind the scenes to keep the Lair running strong. In late August and September, the Lair hosts Bear Music Fest, an International House retreat, and late summer weddings. Then, once all the guests begin their drive down Hwy 108, a hard-working Closing Crew takes over. […]

Leon and Viv, all smiles and high energy, welcome campers to the Manager’s Mixer. Lair Staffers Leon (right) and Viv (second from left) welcome campers to the Manager’s Mixer. / Cal Alumni Association / Kevin Kitsuda
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What Last Summer’s Camp Blue Program Director Wants New Campers to Know

By Jessie Fisher

Last 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.

Lair Staffers dressed up in disco clothes Staffers transform a tired game into a sparkling event with Disco Bingo, proving that camp magic is all about turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. / Kevin Kitsuda / Cal Alumni Association
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Camp Magic vs. Corporate Climb: What’s Really Worth Your Time

By Jessie Fisher

Deciding 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.