
Jun 11-24, 2017Kidder Creek | Ranch Camp
Be mentored by wranglers in horse care, arena lessons and trail rides that will improve your own horsemanship skills. At the same time serve through teaching and assisting young riders. Develop spiritually through special WIT activities and a curriculum that emphasizes leadership, team building and intentional spiritual growth.
Advanced Rider Camp is a prerequisite.
Many beautiful stream-side trails among the redwoods and ferns are located at Mount Hermon. Trail maps are available at the Front Desk.
Adopt a horse for week as our experienced wranglers teach you how to ride and care for your horse.
Besides a great waterfront, the Kidder Creek pond features the Aqua Glide which has a
climbing wall and slide, as well as an adjacent athletic field.
Heart pounding class III and IV rapids on the Klamath River will thrill seasoned rafters and beginners alike. Camping on the river, cliff jumping, and the whirlpool are sure to be unforgettable!
There's always something cool and exciting to make to help you remember your time at camp. Crafts range in ability and appeal for all ages and our counselors make craft time fun for girls and boys.
Refuel at the Snack Shack. Filled with goodies, candy, soda, and other fun stuff!
Daily Trail Rides in some of the most beautiful country in all of California.
Discover all about horses during horse science class
An amazing teaching of skill of gymnastics on horseback! Learn how to stand on a horse's back while riding, do a handstand, and more! Our expert wranglers will not only keep you safe, but teach you this cool and unique skill.
Learn the intricate skills of controlling your horse with these lessons designed to be fun and educational.
Our most challenging high ropes experience features seven individual elements up to 35 feet off of the ground.
Bond with your cabinmates and friends on a high ropes adventure. Once you’re in the trees, you’ll traverse with your partner through nine different elements without coming down in between.
Ranch Camp is a residential camp with rustic, kid-friendly cabins. Ranch camp has a centralized bathhouse and dining hall to serve the campers.
Rates |
$675 per camper |
Since its inception in 1976, Kidder Creek has consistently given young people a dramatic experience in the outdoors. At the same time our well-trained and relational staff leads them to be challenged by the life-transforming message of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Please do not let finances get in the way of a Mount Hermon experience. Through the generosity of many, a partial grant from the Campership Fund may be just the gift you need to make it possible for you to attend camp. For more information and an application, please contact our friendly Registration staff.
*You will need a personal vehicle to transport to some of our offsite activities.
Please do not bring anything that would break your heart if you lost it! Please label EVERYTHING with camper’s name.
Ranch Camp | Get Directions |
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Kidder Creek borders the Marble Mountain Wilderness and the Klamath National Forest, and sits in the shadows of majestic Mount Shasta in Northern California. These outdoor arenas offer us opportunities for Whitewater rafting, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Backpacking, High Ropes Course, and Peak Ascents. Kidder Creek operates under permits issued by the Klamath National Forest and is an equal opportunity service provider.
Transportation from the Bay Area to Kidder Creek is provided by a coach bus chartered through Emerald Charters in Medford, OR for most weeks for only $60–$100 each way. Be sure to sign up during the registration process (In the Parent Portal)—both ways if you desire round trip. If further information is needed call the Kidder Creek registrar at 530.467.3265.
Coach bus has reclining seats, TV's w/ DVD player, on-board restroom and air conditioning throughout.
Here's the schedule for Bus Transportation pick up and drop off: (Times are approximate after departure)
To Kidder Creek SUNDAY MORNING
6:00 AM Mount Hermon Fieldhouse
17 Conference Drive, Felton, CA 95018
7:15 AM Burger King
1475 Dempsey Road, Milpitas, CA 95035
8:15 AM Walnut Creek BART
200 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(Do not enter parking garage, look for bus in front parking lot)
9:25 AM Wendy’s
1377 E. Monte Vista Ave., Vacaville, CA
12:50 PM Burger King
2535 N St., Anderson, CA 96007
LUNCH STOP
4:15 PM Arrive at Kidder Creek
From Kidder Creek DEPARTS 6:00AM SATURDAY
9:00 AM Burger King
2535 N St., Anderson, CA 96007
12:00 PM Wendy’s
1377 E. Monte Vista Ave., Vacaville, CA
1:00 PM Walnut Creek BART
200 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(Do not enter parking garage, look for bus in front parking lot)
Lunch Stop will be after BART stop
3:00 PM Burger King
1475 Dempsey Road, Milpitas, CA 95035
4:00 PM Mount Hermon Fieldhouse
17 Conference Drive, Felton, CA 95018