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Here are some links, ranging from where parents can stay when dropping off their campers to preparing the first time camper for a successful experience, that you may find helpful. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to contact us!


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  • Preparing the first-time camper.
  • Lodging in the area for parents when dropping off or picking up their camper.
  • Things for Mom and Dad to see and do in the area when dropping off or picking up      their campers.
  • Great general information on the Sierras for the outdoor enthusiast.
  • If you are looking for a day camp rather than a resident camp, consider these camps.
  • If you are looking for a camp outside Northern California, consider these camps.
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  • Preparing the first-time camper.

    The American Camping Association has some terrific articles on helping to make a first-time camping experience a success. Please don't get the impression that all or even most first-time campers have a difficult time at camp. In our experience, the vast, vast majority do just great! We provide these links just to help ease your mind if you're the worrying type.

  • "Coping with First-Time Camping Experiences"
  • "Prescription for Camper Homesickness"
  • "Helping Your Child Cope at Camp"
  • "Keeping in Touch"
  • "Preparing Children for the Summer Camp Experience"
  • "How to Help Your Child Have a Great Time at Camp"

    Lodging in the area for parents when dropping off or picking up their camper.

    For places to stay, check out these links:

    Bassetts.

    This crossroads hamlet is just 5 miles down the road from Camp at the entrance to the Lakes Basin Recreation Area. Consider:
  • Bassetts Station Motel (530) 862-1297
  • High Country Inn (800) 862-1530


  • Sierra City.

    This terrific gem straight out of the Gold Rush days is just 10 miles down the road. Consider:
  • Buttes Resort (800) 862-1170
  • Herrington's Sierra Pines (800) 682-9848
  • Yuba River Inn (530) 862-1122
  • Or to rent a cabin, contact Eric Gellerman at (510) 501-2516 or ericgellerman@gmail.com or visit his web site: Sierra Retreats
  • For things to do in Sierra City and photographs, visit www.sierracity.com or www.sierracounty.org.


  • Downieville.

    This town is a must-see, situated at the confluence of the North Yuba and Downie Rivers. It's another idealic Gold Rush Town, about 30 to 40 minutes from camp, but the drive along the North Yuba River is some of the prettiest country you'll ever see. Consider:
  • Carnahan's Riverside Inn (530) 289-1000
  • Carriage House Inn (530) 289-3573
  • Downieville River Inn (800) 696-3308
  • The Lure Resort (800) 671-4084
  • Or to rent a Riverside loft, contact Eric Gellerman at (510) 501-2516 or ericgellerman@gmail.com or visit his web site: Sierra Retreats


  • Lakes Basin.

    The Lakes Basin Recreation Area is, well, a wonder. Where do you think residents of Lake Tahoe go when they want to get away? Find out. Consider:
  • Elwell Lakes Lodge (530) 836-2347
  • Gold Lake Lodge (530) 836-2350


  • Things for Mom and Dad to see and do in the area when dropping off or picking up their campers.

    There are a great number of things to see and do within a short distance of Camp. Consider:

  • Exploring historic and charming Downieville
  • Perusing Sierra City
  • Hiking in the Lakes Basin and Other Areas
  • Mountain Biking
  • Horseback Riding in the Lakes Basin and Graeagle
  • Golfing at one of four 18-hole or two 9-hole world-class courses in Graeagle
  • Windsurfing Crazy - Categorized resource directory for everything about windsurfing.
  • Fishing
  • Visiting Historical Sites and Museums In Sierra County
  • Visiting other historical points of interest
  • Camping in the greater Tahoe Area
  • Exploring the Tahoe National Forest
  • Summer : Sunshine Fun - Cool Mountain Adventures Greeting Cards, Ecards From   123Greetings.com
  • Visiting Truckee/Donner Lake, Lake Tahoe, or Reno
  • See a calendar of events for Graeagle
  • See a calendar of events for Tahoe
  • See a calendar of events for Reno


  • Great general information on the Sierras for the outdoor enthusiast.



  • High Sierra Topix
  • The Backpacker
  • Hiking and Backpacking
  • Search the Outdoors
  • Wildernet Guide to Outdoor Recreation
  • Summit Post
  • The Light Weight Backpacker
  • California Mountaineering Club
  • GravityDex - The GravityFed Sports Directory has over 1000 categories and 7000 links for your favorite adventure sports.
  • Summer Camp Resources - Resource site for everything to do with summper camp and summer programs. Full of newsletters, articles, links and other resources – ALL FREE - in one easy to navigate site to save time and money sports.


  • If you are looking for a day camp, consider these camps:



  • Tom Sawyer Camps, Pasadena, California.


  • If you are looking for a camp outside Northern California, consider these camps:



  • Catalina Island Camps, Catalina Island, Southern California.



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