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

  Bus Transportation from the Bay Area to Kidder Creek and back is available for an extra fee.

  Learn more here