Activities are hands-on and place-based, so students are not only learning key concepts, but relating it to very specific events of the real world. Whether you call it environmental education, experiential education, outdoor education, hands-on learning, pace-based studies or just camp – our goals are the same.
Pricing for our Outdoor Education program is based on session length. Pricing is per person. Trail rides can be added for an additional cost.
Per person
Includes 12 meals beginning with dinner on day of arrival and ending with a sack lunch on day of departure.
Per person
Includes 6 meals beginning with dinner on day of arrival and ending with a sack lunch on day of departure.
Per person
Includes horse safety and science instruction. Sign up for a trail ride prior to your campers’ session.
2 months to 2 years in advance.
Begin by choosing a date and filling out the online registration form at this link:
https://campclassen.org/group-retreats/
Be ready to provide contact information, an estimated number of students and chaperones, and the activities desired. The camp staff will then reach out to confirm dates and send you a contract. The contract can be returned either through the mail or email.
2 weeks prior:
Attendee numbers, food allergies and dietary needs are required to be finalized. Create cabin assignments for all campers and chaperones. We only allow painter’s tape and command hooks to decorate the cabin.
2 days prior:
You must ensure all required forms have been submitted via the online portal.
You can fill out the required waiver online.
To fill out the form, please visit www.ymcacampclassen.campbrainregistration.com/
It is required that all guests have a filled-out waiver before checking into Camp Classen.
Spring Groups
Your deposit is due by December 31 to secure your dates.
Fall Groups
Your deposit is due by June 1 to secure your date.
The deposit is required to guarantee your dates officially on the camp calendar.
After 11 a.m.
Arrival time will be after 11:00 am, this time can vary and will be different for every group. Once you have arrived, you will unload the attendees and luggage outside of the dining hall and start moving into cabins. All cars must be moved to a parking lot after unloading, this allows us to keep the road by dining hall/activity center open and unblocked for emergency vehicles. Your group will have an orientation on your schedule that will allow the camp staff to go over rules and expectations. After meeting with the campers, we will have a parent meeting to make your week run smoother. We’ll cover how we deal with weather, emergencies, maintenance issues and when the coffee goes on in the morning.
Cabins need to be empty by 10 a.m. on the day of your departure.
Luggage can be kept in the loading zones. Cabins should be cleaned before or after breakfast with the following expectations:
Snacks are welcome!
Some groups will bring snacks to take with them on the trails. Please be aware that we are a nut-free facility.
The number of activities your group can choose is dependent on the duration of your session.
Half week groups will be able to choose 2 hikes, 4 activities, and 2 evening programs.
Full week groups will be able to choose 3 hikes, 6 activities, and 4 evening programs. The trading post is available but needs to be scheduled.
All groups are required to bring their own first-aid supplies and administering emergency care to their participants.
Although Camp Classen staff members are trained in First Aid and CPR, groups are advised to have at least one adult present with the relevant certifications.
In the event of a serious medical situation, your priority is to contact EMS to ensure prompt professional care.
After notifying EMS, please inform a member of the camp staff to facilitate any necessary coordination. If a participant needs to be transported to a medical facility, your group is responsible for providing transportation using your own vehicles.
Notify Camp staff prior to your session.
If any participant brings medication that requires refrigeration or specific storage, please notify the camp staff ahead of your stay so that arrangements can be made.
To ensure the safety and care of all participants, group leaders should always carry the information below.
Inform the senior director of programs.
If any first aid care is provided to a participant on camp property, please inform the senior director of programs so that an official incident report can be completed.
Group leaders and chaperones.
We expect all groups to always provide ample supervision of campers on camp property. Camp Classen staff will set rules and expectations that are required to be followed. Usually, our school groups aim to have two parent chaperones per cabin.
Use this form to get in touch with us. We are happy to answer your questions about anything from how to register for camp or what to expect!
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