Friday, May 9, 2008
YMCA Camp

What is Camp?

You may think, me dear, when you grow quite old
You have left camp days behind.
But I know the scent of wood-smoke
Will always call to mind
Little fires at twilight
And trails you used to find.

You may think some day that you have quite grown up,
And feel so worldly wise.
But suddenly from out of the past
A vision will arise,
Of merry folk with brown, bare knees
And laughter in their eyes.

You may live in a house built to your taste
In the nicest part of town.
But some day for your old camp toys
You'd change your latest gown
And trade it all for a balsam bed
Where the stars all night look down.

You may find yourself grown wealthy
- Have all that gold can buy.
But you'd toss aside a fortune
For days 'neath an open sky
With sunlight on blue water
And white clouds sailing by.

For once you have been a camper,
Then something has come to stay
Deep in your heart forever,
Which nothing can take away.
And heaven can only be heaven
With a camp in which to play.

- Author unknown -


Camp Arbolado is nestled within California's beautiful San Bernardino National Forest at approx. 6600 foot elevation. With the San Gorgonio Wilderness and Jenks Lake at its back door, Camp Arbolado offers the ideal setting for a wide range of year-round, diverse activities. Camp Arbolado has a long history (over 75 years) of quality leadership and commitment to youth, rich with traditions and Christian values. Camp Arbolado has always been and continues to be a cherished spot and place of healing and love for countless youth and adults. The primary goal of Camp Arbolado is to provide, through camp and YMCA related activities and programs, opportunities for all ages to grow spiritually, socially, mentally and physically, achieve their fullest potential, and have fun.

Use the menu on the left under "YMCA Camp" to access the many details and resources available about Camp Arbolado.


  • 2007 PLAQUES TURN IN DEADLINE
    At long last, all the 1932 - 2006 plaques have been preserved, cataloged and permanently mounted in Lion's Lodge. If you have any 2007 plaques, they must be turned into Suman Rana or Tim Tenopir no later than April 31, 2008 to be put on permanent display in Lions Lodge. 2006 and earlier plaques will no longer be accepted. Suman Rana's address is: YMCA Camp Arbolado; 42500 Highway 38; Angelus Oaks, CA; 92305. Tim Tenopir's address is: 5115 Longfellow Way; Oxnard, CA; 93033.


Mission Statement
Camp Arbolado is the mountain outdoor center of the YMCA of Greater Whittier and fulfills the mission of the YMCA through providing residential camping experiences primarily for youth and families. The program at Arbolado is adventurous and based upon Christian values and society's needs. Overall emphasis is to enhance the spiritual, physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of all persons.

Camp Address and Phone Number
YMCA Camp Arbolado
42500 Highway 38
Angelus Oaks, CA   92305
(909)794-6724

The camp resident manager is Suman Rana. 


For current camp weather and snow conditions,
click here. This website provides information about Angelus Oaks, CA. The conditions here will be the same as at camp, since camp is 6 miles further up the mountain from the town of Angelus Oaks.


Upcoming Camp Events

Date Event Location Time
May 20, 2008 Camp Committee Meeting    Uptown Whittier YMCA Center 5:30 p.m.
June 14, 2008     Summer Kick-Off Staff Meeting East Whittier YMCA Center 9:00 a.m. 
June 28, 2008 Summer Session 1 Staff Training East Whittier YMCA Center 9:00 a.m. 
July 7, 2008 Summer Session I Parent Orientation Night East Whittier YMCA Center 7:00 p.m.
July 12 - 19, 2008 Whittier Summer Session I Camp Arbolado Check-in begins at 9 a.m. sharp (buses leave at 10 a.m.!) at the East Whittier YMCA on July 12, and check-out begins when we return on July 19 at approximately 3:30 p.m
July 26, 2008 Summer Session II and III Staff Training East Whittier YMCA Center 9:00 a.m.
July 28, 2008 Summer Session II and III Parent Orientation Night East Whittier YMCA Center 7:00 p.m.
August 2 - 9 Whittier Summer Session II Camp Arbolado Check-in begins at 9 a.m. sharp (buses leave at 10 a.m.!) at the East Whittier YMCA on August 2, and check-out begins when we return on August 9 at approximately 3:30 p.m
August 9 - 16, 2008 Whittier Summer Session III Camp Arbolado Check-in begins at 9 a.m. sharp (buses leave at 10 a.m.!) at the East Whittier YMCA on August 9, and check-out begins when we return on August 16 at approximately 3:30 p.m


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This Page Updated on Wednesday, May 07, 2008



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