Respite Family Camp

Location: 9115 E Zayante Rd, Felton, CA 95018
Date: June 6th- 9th, 2024 (Thursday 4pm - Sunday 10am)

Respite Family Camp

Arrival Times: June 6th, 2024 at 4pm

See camp details and what to bring below.

Have more questions? Contact Amanda Barnhart at amanda@capadoptfam.org or 916.880.234

Example Schedule: Subject to change.

 

Camp Details

  • DRIVING AND PARKING:

    • Designated area for guest parking is located along road as you enter core camp area. Vehicles may be quickly unloaded in turn-around-loop before parking.

  • Cabins: Cabin space is PRIVATE to each family, so you don’t need to worry about sharing! All sides of the cabin have their own bathrooms that include toilet, sink and shower! Bring towels.

  • MEALS: Please be prompt so you do not feel rushed during meals. Meals will be served until the food runs out, or for a maximum of 45 minutes. After each meal, we ask our guests to bus dishes to the small kitchen window.

  • DIETARY OPTIONS: A fridge (outside kitchen) and a microwave (in dining room) are available for our guests who have dietary restriction. We do NOT offer gluten free meals. Although the camp offers a variety of food, we understand that you or your kids may have certain foods that you may want instead. We encourage you to bring foods that will work for you. We unfortunately cannot accommodate every individual special request and do not know the menu in advanced.

  • NO NUTS OF ANY KIND..EVER!!!!

  • DESSERTS & SNACKS: NO NUTS! You are welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks. Soda, juice and water vending machines are available and put them in the snack shack with your name on it. NO food in cabins.

  • LINENS and OTHER ITEMS TO BRING: Bring your own bedding, towels, soaps, etc. Also recommended, flashlight/batteries, all weather/sturdy footwear, layered clothing. Bathing suits, goggles, life vest, etc. Yoga mat and or beach towel for sound bath. Lawn Chairs!

  • SWIMMING: Non-swimmers must wear a life vest (Provided by parents) and notify staff prior to swimming.

  • AFTER-HOUR NEEDS: Call 831-335-3019 and press #6 when greeting begins. Leave a message with your phone number to page a staff person for an urgent need.

  • QUIET TIME: Please be considerate of others and reduce noisy activity after 10:00 p.m.

  • CABIN POLICIES: Caution: The area above and around the heaters must be kept clear at all times. Food, and beverages, (including candy, chips, soda, etc.), candles, and other flammable substances are not allowed in cabins. Entrance doors should be kept closed to prevent insects and animals from entering. Cabin 4 is wheelchair accessible. If you have disabled guests, please inquire about availability.

  • MEETING ROOM POLICIES: FOOD and BEVERAGES (including candy, chips, soda, etc.) are not permitted in Wichert Auditorium.

  • BLOW OUTS: Overuse of electrical appliances can cause fuses to blow. Do not plug in too many at one time.

  • CRITTER: It is not uncommon to have critters around camp and in cabins. We have seen bees, wasp, scorpions, deer and more. Please check your cabins and bedding each day for safety.

EXAMPLE SCHEDULE:

 
 

Not Permitted

  • Pets, alcohol, drugs, NUTS, firearms, ammunition, fireworks, skates, scooters, skateboards, and bikes are not permitted on the grounds at any time. See Safety Regulations for additional items. SMOKING:Smoking is permitted on the covered concrete patio area. Smoking/vaping is prohibited in all buildings or cabins. Please remember that a few moments of carelessness could destroy the beauty and usefulness of this site.

What To Bring

  • LINENS and OTHER ITEMS TO BRING: Bring your own bedding, towels, soaps, etc. Bring a WAGON!! Also recommended, flashlight/batteries, all weather/sturdy footwear, layered clothing. Bathing suits, goggles, life vest, snacks, etc. Lawn Chairs!!

Reminders: Children aged 4 and up will be with staff. If you have a child 3 and under it will be your responsibility to be with them through the camp. Please remember this is a respite camp, and parents need respite! Please remind children of rules for camp. They should be supervised at all times while they are not with staff. Bring swimsuits and sunscreen for your children.