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Nestled in the mountains of San Diego County near the historic town of Julian, Camp Stevens is 256 acres of beautiful pine-oak woodland, teeming with wildlife and dotted with meadows and ponds. This majestic setting is perfect for exploration, hiking, and camping out. Facilities include A-frame shelters with central restrooms and showers, dining hall, lodge, campsites, swimming pool, chapel, sports areas, craft center, infirmary, treehouse, organic garden, challenge course, and archery range.

“My son came home
eager to return to
camp, excited,
self-confident and
truly blessed by
the experience.”
parent of camper, 9

“My special discovery
was learning that I
was someone special.”
camper, 9

“We are so grateful for
the counselors’ and
staff’s commitment to
our children. They love
camp so much.”
parents of camper, 10

“Most fun thing?
EVERYTHING.”
camper, 10

“Most fun thing?
Making s-o-o-o-o-o many friends”
camper, 13 1/2

“I discovered that
sometimes to achieve
a goal you have to
work together.”
camper, 11

“Most fun thing?
Playing bobcats and
rabbits with almost
the whole camp.”
camper, 11

“Once again, thank you for giving
our daughter a wonderful life
experience! We love Camp Stevens!”
parents, camper, 10

“It was fun and easy
to make friends.”
camper, 12

“Most fun thing?
Falling back and
letting everyone in
my group catch me.”
camper, 11

“She learned more
than she realizes
about dealing with
others.”
parent, camper, 10

“Since this was my son’s first
camp experience, I wanted it
to be a positive one. You
really achieved that—he
wants to be a Camp Stevens
counselor when he’s old
enough! Thanks!”
parent, camper, 9

“My daughter learned a
lot about herself on the
ropes course. She’ll be
there for sure next year.”
parent, camper, 14

“He came back from camp more
mature and responsible.”
parent, camper, 12

“My special
discovery was acceptance
and mastery over fear.”
camper, 15

“Most fun thing?
Camping out two times.”
girl, 11

“Most fun thing?
Rolling down the hill
and the overnights.”
camper, 10

“I discovered that I
was creative.”
camper, 10

“My son had a
wonderful experience
and a fabulous time!
(even loved the
food!)”
parent, camper, 11

“Nature was so
peaceful and quiet.”
camper, 8

Camp Stevens Sessions I Teen Wilderness Sessions I Application I Camperships I Medical and Release Forms I Bus

CAMP STEVENS is a place for discovery!
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the camping program of the episcopal dioceses of Los Angeles and San Diego
This summer you'll discover challenging adventures, great relationships, new confidence and leadership abilities, and the wonders of nature. Join us and discover how much fun a week of camp can be! Sessions at Camp Stevens involve ninety campers in a unique program designed to promote personal growth within a Christian community. Each camper belongs to an Adventure Group of thirteen boys and girls guided by two counselors and a program staff member. They may tackle a building project, climb the challenge course or the climbing wall, hike a mountain, or cook dinner over a campfire using food harvested from the organic garden. The Groups take an active part in planning their own activities like skits, songs, craft projects, murals, costumes, hikes and more. Whatever the activity, time is always taken to discuss the discoveries that were made and to learn from the experience. {Discover} >> GREAT R E L AT I O N S H I P S Trained counselors, staff and chaplains help campers feel confident about being themselves and joining in to work, play, and live in a loving Christian environment. {Discover} >> CONFIDENCE Discoveries in personal growth await young people at Camp Stevens. Campers learn to use more of their talents and creativity, become active stewards of God's magnificent creation, and explore new aspects of friendship, community and faith. {Discover} >> G O D ’ S C R E AT I O N Nestled in the mountains of San Diego County near the historic town of Julian, Camp Stevens is 256 acres of beautiful pine-oak woodland, teeming with wildlife and dotted with meadows and ponds. This majestic setting is perfect for exploration, hiking, and camping out. Facilities include A-frame shelters with central restrooms and showers, dining hall, lodge, campsites, swimming pool, chapel, sports areas, craft center, infirmary, treehouse, organic garden, challenge course, and archery range. GENERAL INFORMATION TO ATTEND a Summer Session, complete the application form and send it with your deposit to: Camp Stevens Registrar, P.O. Box 2320, Julian, CA 92036 (760) 765-0028. Please make checks payable to Camp Stevens. Early application is advised as some sessions fill quickly. ACCOMMODATIONS at camp are rustic but comfortable. Fourteen open A-frame cabins each house six or seven campers, supervised by a trained counselor. Modern restroom facilities include hot showers. Delicious, healthy meals are served family-style in the dining hall. Additional facilities include a swimming pool, lodge, infirmary, chapel, sports areas, craft center, organic garden, overnight campgrounds, treehouse, challenge course, archery range and 256 wooded acres. CAMP STEVENS IS ACCREDITED by the American Camp Association. Rules for acceptance and participation in the camp program are the same for everyone without regard to national origin, creed, color, age, sex or handicap, providing that program requirements are met. LEADERSHIP is provided by resident directors Peter Bergstrom, John Horton and Kathy Quinney assisted by a resident staff, trained counselors, chaplains and registered nurse. Policy and management of the camping program are under the Camp Stevens Board of the Episcopal Dioceses of Los Angeles and San Diego, Rev. Dan Rondeau and Rev. Bruce Gray, Co-Chairs. MEDICAL HISTORIES are required and accident insurance is carried on all campers. A medical examination is required under certain medical conditions. Registration and medical forms will be sent upon receipt of the application form. A complete list of things to bring and other special information will also be provided. SESSIONS BEGIN Sunday afternoon at 3:00 P.M. and end Saturday morning at 9:00 A.M. There are no provisions for staying at camp between sessions. BUS OR VAN TRANSPORTATION is available for all sessions at Camp Stevens unless otherwise indicated. Camp Stevens is about 31/2 hours from Los Angeles, 3 hours from Anaheim, and 11/2 hours from San Diego. See bus fares on application. THE CAMP STEVENS CAMPERSHIP FUND is available for persons needing financial assistance. If applying for a campership, please send in a Campership Fund application form with the camp application. Campership forms are available from Episcopal clergy or the Camp Registrar. CANCELLATION POLICY 1) Received at least 15 days before the sessions begins receive full refund less deposit. 2) Received 2-14 days prior = 50% refund. 3) Received less than 2 days prior to the session = no refund except in medical emergencies when 50% will be refunded. {Discover} >> C A M P S T E V E N S SIGN UP TODAY!			“My son came home eager to return to camp, excited, self-confident and truly blessed by the experience.” parent of camper, 9 “My special discovery was learning that I was someone special.” camper, 9 “We are so grateful for the counselors’ and staff’s commitment to our children. They love camp so much.” parents of camper, 10 “Most fun thing? EVERYTHING.” camper, 10 “Most fun thing? Making s-o-o-o-o-o many friends” camper, 13 1/2 “I discovered that sometimes to achieve a goal you have to work together.” camper, 11 “Most fun thing? Playing bobcats and rabbits with almost the whole camp.” camper, 11 “Once again, thank you for giving our daughter a wonderful life experience! We love Camp Stevens!” parents, camper, 10 “It was fun and easy to make friends.” camper, 12 “Most fun thing? Falling back and letting everyone in my group catch me.” camper, 11 “She learned more than she realizes about dealing with others.” parent, camper, 10 “Since this was my son’s first camp experience, I wanted it to be a positive one. You really achieved that—he wants to be a Camp Stevens counselor when he’s old enough! Thanks!” parent, camper, 9 “My daughter learned a lot about herself on the ropes course. She’ll be there for sure next year.” parent, camper, 14 “He came back from camp more mature and responsible.” parent, camper, 12 “My special discovery was acceptance and mastery over fear.” camper, 15 “Most fun thing? Camping out two times.” girl, 11 “Most fun thing? Rolling down the hill and the overnights.” camper, 10 “I discovered that I was creative.” camper, 10 “My son had a wonderful experience and a fabulous time! (even loved the food!)” parent, camper, 11 “Nature was so peaceful and quiet.” camper, 8
Camp Stevens Sessions I Teen Wilderness Sessions I Application I Camperships I Medical and Release Forms I Bus

Camp Stevens Sessions I Teen Wilderness Sessions I Application I Camperships I Medical and Release Forms I Bus

CAMP STEVENS is a place for discovery!

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>> ADVENTURE!

the camping program of the episcopal dioceses of Los Angeles and San Diego

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>> GREAT R E L AT I O N S H I P S

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>> CONFIDENCE

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>> G O D ’ S C R E AT I O N

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