An unforgettable backpacking adventure for youth grades 5-10.
Session 1: June 22-26, 2026, all levels
Session 2: June 29-July 3, 2026, advanced (experience required)
last day to register June 15
Week long summer wilderness adventures.
Join us for an unforgettable backpacking experience in California’s wilderness. All levels adventure includes 1 day in McLaren Park, San Francisco and 4 days/3 nights in Tahoe National Forest. Advanced adventure includes 5 days/ 4 nights of backpacking in Trinity Alps or Tahoe National Forest.
Nature Connection, Resilience
Our program is built around fun adventures that’ll connect campers to nature. Every day is filled with hiking, swimming, cooking, learning about plants, team building and story telling.
Meet Our Guides
Melanie Kidd and Jenna Frank have a passion for the wilderness, and for bridging the gap between children and nature. For the last 7 years, Melanie and Jenna have taught outdoor education programs at Waldorf schools in the Bay Area, Oregon, and Costa Rica. As an early childhood teacher, Melanie bridges her passion for nature and storytelling into lessons, which helps children feel confident and independent both outdoors and with themselves. As an urban farmer at Golden Bridges School, Jenna brings a deep connection to plants, nature and food. They both share a deep love for backpacking and creating amazing experiences in nature.
“I would never miss an opportunity to sign my daughter up for a camp with Jenna and Melanie! They are so thoughtful and put so much intention and beauty into everything they do. My daughter has had so many amazing experiences under the loving guidance of Jenna and Melanie, they are truly the best!”
— Jess Buschlach
Price
The program runs at $1400 for all levels and $1500 for advanced. The cost includes transportation, food, and group gear.