Schedule Overview

Here's an idea of what we'll be doing.

 
Prepare

Before Getting to Camp

• Get Fit for Camp!

  This camp is a step up from the Wilderness Ascent program that introduced you to wilderness and river travel. At Wilderness Summit you will be traveling farther and higher as you push yourself to new heights both physically and spiritually.

  We strongly encourage you to get out and be active leading up to camp so you can best enjoy the adventures of this camp. On one day of Summit you will backpack over 10 miles! Walking or hiking, biking and running are great ways to get fit and ready for camp. We recommend at least three times a week for six weeks leading up to camp.

• Packing List

  In order to make sure that the backpacking and rafting experience is the best for your camper and since we will be in a wilderness setting for 3 of the days we require the following items for wilderness camp. Your camper will be carrying all that he needs for 3 days on his back so be sure to think minimally and pack with lightweight items. Our staff will make sure campers have all necessary items and that they are packed correctly before heading into the wilderness. Campers will help carry group gear and food as well.

  • Please use a duffle bag, not a suitcase
  • 1 Sleeping Bag (preferably mummy-style) with stuff sack
  • 1 pair of quick-drying shorts
  • 1 pair of shorts
  • 1 pair long pants or sweats—synthetic (nylon, pile, fleece. not cotton or jeans)
  • T-shirts or tank tops
  • 1 heavy synthetic long sleeve shirt)
  • 1 fleece jacket
  • 1 pair of hiking shoes or boots (that are broken in)
  • 1 pair of shoes that will stay on your feet while rafting (water shoes or teva-type sandals with a strap on the heel—NO FLIP FLOPS)

  • 1 modest swimsuit (1 piece for girls)
  • 1 winter hat
  • Toiletry kit—toothbrush, toothpaste, comb/brush, extra contacts
  • 1 pack of handi wipes
  • 2 water bottles (recommended 32oz/1qt unbreakable plastic)
  • 1 small flashlight or headlamp
  • 1 small, compressible day pack
  • 1 rain jacket or emergency poncho
  • 2 garbage bags
  • Small Bible w/pen or pencil

  
  

  Items NOT to Bring:

  • Cell Phones or ANY electronics
  • Expensive cameras
  • Alcohol, drugs
  • Firearms, knives, weapons of any kind
  • Jewelry or other valuables

  Optional Items:

  • Hammock
  • Foam or air ground pad
  • Lip balm
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • 1–2 bandanas
  • Waterproof disposable camera
  • Change of clothes for the trip home

  *Please mark all items, including luggage, with camper's first and last name

  What Kidder Creek Camp will provide:

  • Backpacking packs
  • Camp stoves and pot sets
  • Tent Shelters
  • Water Filtration
  • Bear Proof Food Canisters
  • Bowl, cup, spoon and fork
• Important Food Policies
  • We will provide a vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free option at every meal. For Celiac, we will do our best to accommodate but cannot guarantee against cross contamination.
  • We are a peanut safe camp. We will not serve any peanut product out of the kitchen.
  • Please make sure you have listed the allergies in the medical forms when you register online.

  Read our complete food allergy policy here

Arrival & Departure

• Arrival
  • Camp Arrival is between 4:00–5:00 PM on Sunday of your selected week
  • Put this address in your GPS: 2700 S Kidder Creek Rd, Etna, CA 96027
• Departure
  • Join your camper for a BBQ dinner beginning at 5:00 PM followed by character awards and a short closing.
  • The BBQ $8 per person, sign ups and payment can be done in your child's account.
• Bus Transportation

  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 $89–$139 each way. Be sure to sign up for both ways if you desire round trip. If further information is needed call the Kidder Creek registrar at 530.467.3265.

  NOTE: Although camp ends Friday night, campers taking the bus will be staying Friday night as the returning bus departs on Saturday morning at 7am.

  For day-of-transportation questions or issues please contact the on-bus staff member at 530.408.9750.

  The coach bus has reclining seats, TV's w/ DVD player, on-board restroom and air conditioning throughout.

  If using the bus for your trip, please be ready to remove a wheel if necessary and to put your bike under the bus in the luggage compartment. Blankets will be provided to wrap your bike in.

  Signups for the bus will be available at time of registration.

  The parent or guardian will receive an email at that time explaining how to sign up online for transportation.

  
• Bus pick up and drop off schedule

  To Kidder Creek SUNDAY MORNING

  Times are approximate after departure

  7:00 AM Mount Hermon Fieldhouse
  17 Conference Drive, Felton, CA 95018

  8:15 AM Milpitas Burger King
  1475 Dempsey Road, Milpitas, CA 95035

  9:15 AM Buena Vista School
  2355 San Juan Ave., Walnut Creek 94597

  10:25 AM Vacaville Wendy’s
  1377 E. Monte Vista Ave., Vacaville, CA

  1:30 PM Anderson Burger King
  2535 N St., Anderson, CA
  LUNCH STOP

  4:00 PM Arrive at Kidder Creek
  2700 S Kidder Creek Rd. Etna CA 96027​

  From Kidder Creek SATURDAY MORNING

  Times are approximate after departure

  7:00 AM Kidder Creek Camp
  2700 S Kidder Creek Rd. Etna CA 96027​

  9:45 AM Anderson Burger King
  2535 N St., Anderson, CA 96007

  12:30 PM Vacaville Wendy’s
  1377 E. Monte Vista Ave., Vacaville, CA

  1:45 PMAM Buena Vista School
  2355 San Juan Ave., Walnut Creek 94597
  LUNCH STOP

  2:45 PM Milpitas Burger King
  1475 Dempsey Road, Milpitas, CA 95035

  4:00 PM Mount Hermon Fieldhouse Parking Lot
  17 Conference Drive, Felton, CA 95018