Camp Week
Something happening every hour — and a hammock if you'd rather take it easy.
2026 Camp
Camp 2026 was a wonderful week — the swimming hole reopened after two years of restoration, tie-dye trends swept the camp, and the auction raised $1,124 for camperships. The talent show brought down the house, and as always, the Potholes were calling.
We can't wait to do it all again. Camp 2027 — our 88th year — is June 19–26, 2027.
Co-op Camp Sierra · June 2026
The Week
Activities run all week and are designed for adults as much as kids. Some are decades-old camp traditions; some are thought up fresh each year at the Sunday planning meeting. Participation is always by choice.
A Co-op Camp's tradition! Bring a white shirt, create a spiral masterpiece, wear it all week. Tie-dye rinse day follows a couple days later.
A nightly institution. Campers help walk you through every step — from Virginia Reel to the Misirlou. No experience needed, shoes optional. See the full dance list ↓
Happening at dusk mid-week — booths, games, face painting, prizes, and live music. All carnival proceeds go toward camperships.
Friday night's main event. Ukuleles, Shakespeare, comedy, dance parties, and makeovers — campers of all ages share whatever they've got.
One of the most anticipated sales of the year! Original artwork, handmade items, camp experiences — and enthusiastic bidding. All proceeds support camp.
A short hike to granite pools fed by a cold mountain creek. Also: Camp Sierra's Swimming Hole (creek fed pool)!
Morning movement in the Rec Hall — Mon, Wed, and Fri. All ages and fitness levels welcome.
A morning roundtable in the Rec Hall. Everyone gets 2–4 minutes, then open discussion.
Drop-in sessions with Rodney — no uke necessary, Rodney has them available! Other string instruments welcome.
The craft shack is open all week with nature printing, lanyards, candle making, tie-dye and more!.
Trails of all levels nearby. All-day outings organized by campers mid-week — check the daily Twin Pines for details.
Evenings at the flagpole fire pit. S'mores encouraged.
Afternoon sessions in the Rec Hall using the Rise Up Singing book. Everyone picks a song.
Daily happy hour, location TBD each day in the Twin Pines. Cheese, dips, and good company!
Afternoon trivia run by campers — competitive but friendly. Teams form on the spot.
Taboo, Rummikub, Bananagrams, Wizard — Rec Hall, afternoons and evenings.
Morning sessions with certified Pilates instructor Rebecca. Loose clothing recommended.
Mid-week trip to Huntington Lake (kids under 10 need a parent).
Salsa, Bachata, and Zydeco lessons offered during the week before folk dancing — no partner needed.
Available Mon–Fri, 9 AM–12 PM for children 2 and up. Ends at 10:30 AM on All-Day Hike Day.
Sunday morning — come with ideas for the week. This is where new activities get born.
Camp Tradition
Below is the full list of dances we do at camp, where each one comes from, and a video link to watch or practice. Search or sort the table — click any Video Link to open on YouTube (as close as we could find to the way we do it Camp-style)!
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Schedule
The full schedule for camp week. Download PDFs of past years below.
Check back during Camp 2027 for the Week-At-A-Glance!
Our 88th Year
A week of all this, in the Sierra Nevada, with people who've been coming back for decades.
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