Base Camp |
| Activity Name | Description | |
| Archery | Make your mark at camp!
State certified instructors and state of the art equipment are used to teach basic and intermediate archery skills. Of course, you can feel comfortable knowing that Camp Wawona always puts an emphasis on range safety. Find your anchor, judge the wind, and release.
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| Art | Bring creativity to life in Camp Wawona’s Art class!
Nothing beats painting ceramics, tie dying T-shirts, or creating masterpieces from items from the forest! This activity is not just about cutting and pasting, it is about teaching campers to “see” the world in a new way. So choose Art, because ... |
| Basketball | Bring your “A Game”!
Camp Wawona’a basketball program is made up of drills, scrimmages and games. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced player, our experienced instructors ensure you will have the time of your life. Designed to bring out the best in participants, this activity will also teach pl... |
| Challenge Course | Enjoy Yosemite from above.
Take a first class seat on our newly expanded Zip Line while enjoying the best view of Wawona Dome. And don't forget to enjoy our other elements as well--the Giant Swing, the Pamper Pole, the Rock Wall, and lots of other team building activities. This activity fills up... |
| Drama | This activity explores all the elements of drama. Whether you want to write, perform, or just listen to stories, skits, and poetry, there is sure to be a drama activity that you will love. Throughout the week we will share, write, and perform stories, play improvisation games, and have a blast of fu... |
| Flag Football | Score touchdowns and pull flags at Camp Wawona's newest activity! |
| Geocaching | Join us in an outdoor treasure hunt in which you’ll use GPS units to find hidden treasures called geocaches.
Hone your navigation and orienteering skills under the guidance of our experienced staff as you take turns hiding geocaches for your friends to find. In the process, you will get to know ... |
| Guitar | Whether you are an absolute beginner or a more advanced player, take this opportunity to learn and improve your skills on guitar.
Encouraging staff will provide significant exposure to new techniques, styles and musicianship skills all in a friendly, creative, curriculum-based environment.
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| Gymnastics | Experience the thrill of tumbling, acrobatics, balance and flexibility.
Whether a beginner or an advanced gymnast, our focus is to develop our campers as gymnasts and as people. Camp Wawona’s experienced instructors share a passion for college acrobatics and understand the importance of trust an... |
| Indian Camp | Campers will have a blast exploring our Miwok Indian Village.
Spend a night in an umacha with nature’s symphony in your ear, learn what plants you can eat, discover how to start fires with nothing more than a stick and a block of wood and make yourself disappear into the scenery by camouflaging ... |
| Jr. Chef | Come taste a unique culinary experience with fresh themes and exciting new programs.
Camp Wawona offers a cooking class that encourages discovery and creativity all in a safe environment. Our staff of highly qualified instructors and chefs carry out our mission to provide an interactive learning... |
| Mountain Boarding | Learn to conquer any terrain on Camp Wawona's Mountain Boards.
A cross between a skateboard and snowboard, Camp Wawona's mountain boards are equipped with straps for your feet and a hand-held safety break to control the speed. Experienced instructors will teach you the basics (riding, carving, pu... |
| Nature | Where the wild things are…
Discover the wonders of nature and animals with hands-on activities. Balance your time between learning about magnificent creatures and holding them. Have fun playing environmental games, making nature crafts to take home or just relaxing with a furry, scaly or hairy c... |
| Photography | At summer camp, every moment is a Kodak moment!
Capture the perfect shot while mastering a digital SLR camera. Campers will explore landscape photography, portrait photography and photojournalism. Once you have learned the basics, your instructor will show you how to use the industry’s latest ed... |
| RC Cars | Ever wanted to be a Race Car Driver?
You won’t fit in it but you will love to race your very own Remote Control Car. Come check out our brand new RC car track, complete with jumps, hills, bumps, and plenty of dirt! And while you're at it, you'll become a RC car mechanic! Well, you'll at least kno... |
| Soccer | Camp Wawona’s new turf athletic field is the ideal place for any soccer enthusiast!
Join our skilled instructors this summer and prepare to work hard, improve your skills and practice teamwork. Our mission is to provide athletes with the tools to improve and to enjoy soccer for life! Throughout t... |
| Swimming | Learning to swim without fins, webbed feet or gills can be a challenge.
That’s why Camp Wawona offers a fun and innovative program that promotes physical development by setting and achieving personal goals. Swimming is a fun, social activity and an excellent form of exercise that develops aerobi... |
| Videography | “Take 1 – Videography”
Spend a week this summer learning about multimedia and video making. Friendly staff lead campers on a journey filled with artistic possibilities. This is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of cinematography, audio, lights, directing and effects. Once y... |
| Volleyball | No matter what level you are: beginner, intermediate or advanced, this activity is for you!
Learn the basics and play some matches or work on your setting, hitting, serving, spiking, or libero skills from experienced instructors. Either way, you will have a blast of fun with friends while learnin... |