2026 pre-camp events for all regions
Pre-camp events will all be held IN PERSON this year Please reserve the following dates for pre-camp planning and preparation:
Date and Time |
Event |
Location |
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Held via Zoom scheduled as needed. |
Informational meetingFor those who have not volunteered before at Special Camp, to learn more about camp. |
Virtual Please e-mail |
| April 1 |
Aide registration deadline |
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PNW – May 2, 10am - noonNorCal - May 2, 9:30am - noonSoCal - April 25, 10am – noon
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Training for all aidesAll new aides should plan to attend this MANDATORY regional training session, to prepare for serving at this year’s camp. Experienced aides are also encouraged to attend, to share their practical experience and advice with new aides as a part of the training. |
Meets regionally Confirmed aides will be sent details regarding meeting location in your region |
| May 24-25 |
Pre-camp planning retreatJoint planning retreat for aides to meet together, form ministry teams and camper care groups, brainstorm details of camp week, and start detailed camp planning. |
Cambria, California |
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PNW Only May 31 12:30 - 2pm
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Team buildingAll PNW aides should plan to attend this regional team-building session, if possible |
Meets regionally Confirmed aides will be sent details regarding meeting location |
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June 27 @ 2pm |
Readying camp and team-buildingPreparing camp for the arrival of campers the following day, and team-building activities |
Mount Hermon Ponderosa Lodge in Felton, CA |
| June 28 - July 4 |
Special Camp week! |
Mount Hermon Ponderosa Lodge in Felton, CA |
If you have any further questions about details of any of the above-listed pre-camp events, please e-mail:

