Hey Familia! Even if you’re not planning on staying overnight, please look through the information in this important post. Our Reunion is taking place on YMCA’s Camp Campbell grounds, so there are important things to know about their requirements and guidelines. Please familiarize yourself with them and take heed, so you know how to prepare and what to expect.

This way we’ll all be sure to enjoy a great fun filled event!

Camp Campbell’s Suggested Packing List for 2 Nights Stay

• Active, weather-appropriate, layered apparel:
  • Weatherproof shell or rain coat
  • Warm jacket
  • Long pants/jeans
  • Trail-friendly, close-toed shoes with good soles and support
  • Bathing suit
  • Water-friendly foot ware for showers and pool deck
• Equipment:
  • Sleeping Bag or Bedding (don’t for get this if you haven’t chosen the bedding package!!)
  • Pillow (Ditto!)
  • Flashlight
  • Re-usable water bottle
  • Sun glasses
  • Hat or beanie
  • Lip balm and sunscreen
• Miscellaneous Items:
  • Musical instruments
  • Art supplies
  • Snacks / specialty food items for restricted diets
  • Day pack / Back pack
  • Any needed medical supplies / prescriptions
  • Your favorite brand of bottled water
• What not to bring:
  • Electronic devices (phones, music players, video game systems)
  • Weapons of any kind
  • Controlled substances
  • Program equipment (harnesses, helmets, climbing equipment, bows/arrows)

Camp Campbell’s Q&As

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in begins at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, July 11th.

Check out – In order for our maintenance staff to clean the cabins for our next group arrival, please plan to have all of your belongings out of your cabin by 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 14. Camp does not accommodate for late check-out.

Please Note: At this time the cabins should be cleared out and all of our luggage and belongings moved into the Sommer Lodge. We will then attend our Sunday Family Service in the Redwood Chapel.

Will my cell phone work at camp? Is there Wi-Fi?

Many, but not all, cell phone carriers work at camp. However, in some areas of camp, including the Tree Top Cabins, some phones may not have adequate reception to work. Our office is open seven days a week from 9 am to 5 pm, and our staff can pass along messages to guests.

Wi-Fi is available in some buildings at camp. Please ask a staff member for assistance. To protect your valuables, we do not recommend bringing expensive electronics, and we are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

We do recommend taking the opportunity to unplug, disconnect and enjoy the outdoors.

Are medical services available at camp?

Our camp staff members are certified in First Aid and CPR and can assist with minor medical needs. Several medical centers also are within driving distance of camp, including Dignity Health Medical Group – Dominican in Boulder Creek, Palo Alto Medical Foundation Urgent Care in Scotts Valley, and Dignity Health Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz. During the weekend, our health cottage is not open or staffed.

In the event of an emergency, any EMS, evacuation or transport, medical, or law enforcement personnel and services required by a guest group will be the client’s responsibility.

What if there is an emergency at camp?

In case of emergency, please be aware of the following procedures:

1. An alarm will announce the emergency. 
2. When you hear the alert, everyone should go directly to the brick patio Garden Side of the Dining Lodge.
3. We will direct you in the next steps.

If you have an emergency, please contact a staff member immediately.

What are Quiet Hours? 

The Boulder Creek community has mandated quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. seven days a week. Observing their guidelines, things like amplified music, drumming and screaming are not permitted during these hours.

Guests are liable for any/all fines or complaints filed while on site.

What are your YMCA Camp Campbell guidelines?

• Smoking is ONLY permitted in designated areas – NEVER in cabins.
• Campfires are ONLY permitted in designated areas.
• Do not move furniture from cabins to any other building.
• Pets, firearms and boats are NOT permitted at camp.
• Cooking and food storage is NOT encouraged in the cabins.
• Alcohol and drugs are prohibited at all YMCA

Is there a camp store?

Yes! Our camp store is fully stocked with essential camping items like flashlights and toothpaste, and also has awesome YMCA Camp Campbell apparel available.

What is the Media Policy on photos and videos?

Guests of YMCA Camp Campbell are required to release their rights to photos and/or video taken on-site, and Camp Campbell regularly uses video and photos to market camp to the public. Media release waivers are available from a Program Director, or on-site at the camp office. Waivers are required for any third-party videographers or photographers that may be contracted by your group.

It’s going to be an awesome Family Reunion!!

Please familiarize yourself with the driving directions that we’ve posted here and don’t get lost! We’ve got so many fun activities planned, you won’t want to miss them!

For those who haven’t taken a look, check out our Reunion Itinerary here!