We offer children's and youths' programs for ages three through twelve during the lecture times. Activities include arts and crafts, story time, swimming and other physical activities, and macrobiotic learning experiences such as discussions and cooking classes.

Bicycle helmets are recommended for all people, and required for those 16 and under, who ride bicycles within the camp boundaries.

The children receive snacks as part of the afternoon program. You are welcome to bring your own snacks, but we ask that your children eat them privately. Also, we ask that you check with the parents of other children before sharing snacks with them.

A proposed activity schedule (subject to change) is available in May upon request. Contact us before registering if you are bringing children under three years old, or with specific questions.

When children take part in preparing healthy food they are much more likely to become enthused about eating healthfully. Children will learn safety with (serrated) knives, how to cut vegetables and fruits, and how to easily prepare healthy food that tastes delicious. Recipes used are kid-friendly, kid-tested, culturally diverse and fun to create. All ingredients are organic, locally produced and seasonal.

Let your child discover how much fun cooking can be! Coooking instructor Michael Bauce has been giving cooking classes for kids since 1999 in Berkeley schools.

The teens often attend classes and lectures, hang out with friends, swim at the reservoir, and/or work on drama for one of the variety shows. While there are staff persons available to work with them, the teens decide what they want to do and when.

Call if you are planning to bring a teenager with you and want to know how marny are in the group.

We offer a work/exchange program for those interested in helping in the kitchen or in the children's program.

The basic exchange is four days of scheduled work during the eight camping days. The program fee is $320 regardless of the number of days of attendance at camp. There is a very limited number of full exchange positions.

The kitchen requires physical strength and endurance and the abilility to rise early--it's cold at 6:00 a.m. and all the cooking is done outside.

The children's program requires a desire to be around children. Positions are usually given to those with children or those with experience instructing children.

Space for work/exchange is limited and fills up quickly. However, a spot can open at any time due to a cancellation; so, let us know of your interest and ability at any time and we'll try to find a place for you. Contact us at , (800) 232-2372, (530) 566-9765, fax (530) 566-9768, or mail at P.O. Box 3998, Chico, CA 95927-3998.

Each year we receive requests from people who can only attend a few days, yet want to exchange work for reduced camp tuition fees. The only way this is possible is if the work exchange does not fill up or if there is a last minute cancellation. Either way, we suggest you let us know of your interest immediately. Then, contact us again the week prior to camp to see if there are any openings. There is no registration fee required.