Camp Fire USA Inland Southern California Council Programs
Summer Camp at Camp Fire USA Camp Nawakwa
Through camping, youth from diverse backgrounds develop important skills such as socialization, self-reliance, problem solving and an appreciation of and commitment to the natural environment. They make their own decisions, have fun and are adventurous. Through a group living experience, youth learn more about themselves and others. Individuals become friends, and they learn understanding, acceptance and trust. A week at Camp Fire USA Camp Nawakwa can make a difference in a child's life, click HERE to read a letter from a parent.
A relaxed, open atmosphere in a natural environment provides children with relief from the stress of daily experiences. Children can learn to be successful in a variety of activities at camp. Success builds a feeling of self-confidence and a desire to further develop newly acquired skills.
Camp Fire USA Camp Nawakwa is located in the beautiful Barton Flats Area of the San Bernardino Mountains. The private 14-acre site is in the middle of the National Forest, therefore, it offers much more than just what is contained within its boundaries. Nawakwa sits at an elevation of 6850’ at the northern foot of the San Gorgonio Wilderness. Being accredited by the American Camping Association assures Camp Fire USA Camp Nawakwa attendees will receive the highest standards.
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FOR: BOYS & GIRLS AGES: 7 - 15 |
SESSION 1: June 11-15 - Reserved for Operation Purple Camp SESSION 2: June 18-22 - Session Open SESSION 3: July 9-13 - Session Open SESSION 4: July 16-20 - Reserved for Asthma & Allergy Foundation SESSION 5: July 23-27 - Session Closed SESSION 6: July 30 - Aug 3 - Reserved for Celiac Disease Foundation |
ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
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Summer Resident Camp Cancellation Policy
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A deposit of $190 per session must accompany each registration.
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The deposit is fully refundable until April 1st.
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Regardless of registration date, the deposit is non-refundable after April 1st.
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The balance of the camp fee is due by 30 days prior to the start of the session .
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Camp fees are non-refundable 30 days prior to the start of the session.
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Cancellations and session changes must be submitted in writing.
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Please allow 2-4 weeks for refunds to be processed.
Based upon availability we will gladly transfer your camper to another session at no extra charge.
Camp Fire USA Camp Nawakwa reserves the right to adjust programming or cancel sessions based on the number of campers registered.
Payments must be made by CASH or PAYPAL if paid 14 days or less prior to the start of the session.
TRANSPORTATION:
The bus will depart from and return to the designated destination in which your child’s organization is located. Any changes in location or times will be noted in your confirmation letter. Campers are accompanied by an adult chaperone on the bus ride.
SEND YOUR CAMPER EMAILS:
Bunk Notes
Send your children emails while they are at Camp Fire USA Camp Nawakwa. Click on the link to the left for more information.
Camp Physicals
Free or reduced rate camp physicals are being offered from Kids Come First Community Clinic in Ontario. Children of families who income qualify can receive a physical for camp for free or for the reduced rate of $20.00, by mentioning Camp Fire USA. For more information or to schedule your child's physical, please call (909) 673-9125 to make an appointment.
ATTEND CAMP FOR FREE:
Camperships
If you live in the city of Rancho Cucamonga you may be eligible to attend camp for free!
- Proof of residency and income required; partial camperships may be available to children from any city (All camperships are subject to availability).
- To download a 2012 Campership Application Packet, please CLICK HERE (PDF).
Camp Fire USA Inland Southern California Council
9037 Arrow Route, Suite 140
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
9037 Arrow Route, Suite 140
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
(if paying by credit card, please include a copy of your receipt along with your completed registration packet)
Minimum deposit of $190.00 is due with registration. Registration is not complete without payment. We are unable to hold space for anyone who has not paid a deposit. Remaining balance is due 30 days before start of program.
Asthma & Allergy Camp
The Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), California Chapter was founded for the sole purpose of sending children with severe asthma and severe allergies to summer camp. Doctors, nurses and respiratory therapists volunteer their time to teach children how to manage their asthma, while they participate in outdoor activities that will not impact their breathing.
Thanks to the support of the South Coast Air Quality Management District and BP, AAFA will host 2 weeks of asthma camp this summer at Camp Fire USA Camp Nawakwa. Children diagnosed with asthma can attend camp for a $5.00 deposit fee. To sign up or for more information about this program click HERE.
Gluten-Free Camp
In partnership with the Celiac Disease Foundation, Camp Fire USA Camp Nawakwa is offering gluten-free summer camp. Gluten-Free camp provides an incredibly valuable experience for children with Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, giving them the chance to feel safe and to enjoy summer activities without constantly worrying about food (and feeling different from their peers). Celiac Disease (CD) is a lifelong inherited autoimmune condition affecting children and adults. When people with CD eat foods that contain gluten, it creates an immune-mediated toxic reaction that causes damage to the small intestine and does not allow food to be properly absorbed. Even small amounts of gluten in foods can affect those with CD and cause health problems. Damage can occur to the small bowel even when there are no symptoms present. To sign up or for more information about this program click HERE for the Celiac Disease Foundation.
Operation Purple Camp
The National Military Family Association announced that Angelus Oaks - Camp Fire USA Camp Nawakwa was chosen to host their popular Operation Purple summer camp in 2012. The Association developed this free summer camp program in response to the need for increased support for military children, especially those whose parents are or will be deployed.
“Our mission is to empower these military children – our youngest heroes – to develop and maintain healthy and connected relationships, in spite of the current military environment. Kids attending Operation Purple camp will have the opportunity to learn the skills to cope the stress of a deployment and make friends with other kids who are also missing their mom or dad,” said Mary Scott, the Association’s Chairman of the Board. “The National Military Family Association is excited to work with Angelus Oaks - Camp Nawakwa on this very worthwhile program.” Download your registration packet HERE.
Payment Options:
Cash, check or money order made payable to: Camp Fire USA (please do not mail cash) or
by credit card through Paypal.
For additional information and availability of dates please contact the Camp Fire Office.
Our Outdoor ProgramsCamp Fire USA Camp Nawakwa is accredited by the American Camp Association®. The American Camp Association® (ACA) shares our camp’s commitment to the growth of youth through the camp experience. In 2004, an independent research firm completed the largest research study of camper outcomes ever conducted in the United States with over 3,000 families from 92 camps across the U.S. participating. Results confirmed that camp builds many of the skills necessary to prepare campers to assume roles as successful adults. Parents, campers, and camp staff independently reported growth in areas such as self-confidence, learning new skills, getting along with others, making friends, and making healthy decisions. Indeed, camp provides growth experiences for youth that can reap results through adulthood.
Using the specific outcomes identified for the outdoor program and understanding how they are an intentional part of the design of all outdoor programs is essential to helping Camp Fire USA achieve its mission.
This happens when both parents and campers understand the contribution the experience has made to their lives…and when boards, funders, volunteers, and staff understand how they have contributed to helping young people, as they grow to adults; acquire skills to be caring, confident youth and future leaders.
Where can a child:
- Be truly involved with life
- Model inclusiveness in a diverse group
- Feel in concert with the natural environment
- Have the freedom to be both contemplative and spontaneous
- Know the support of a caring adult
- Have a fresh start in life
- Have quality life experiences that are sustaining through the trying times
- Test ideas, compete and cooperate
- Balance mundane tasks with adventure
- Develop self-reliance, resourcefulness and a sense of belonging
- Share the successes and failures of individual and group decisions
- Openly express joy and sadness
- Become a participating citizen of the world
COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM (CIT)
The Counselor-in-Training program provides leadership training for youth ages 16 and older who have already learned the basics of good camping and are interested in camp counseling. This course gives youth an opportunity to learn the appropriate camping skills needed to become a qualified applicant for a camp-counseling job. Divided into individual focus areas, the CIT program teaches the philosophy of camping and fosters the knowledge, experience and self-confidence youth need to be counselors-in-training.
To download an employment application, please CLICK HERE (PDF).
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
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