Camp Trinity on the Bar 717 Ranch is the oldest accredited co-educational summer camp in California. Since 1930, the Gates family has welcomed children ages 8 to 16 to live, work, and play on 450 acres of pristine wilderness as part of our large ranch family. Today, the pioneer traditions of cooperation, resourcefulness, and respect for the land are the foundation for wholesome summers filled with fun and friendship, rewarding new experiences, and a deep connection with nature.
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Highlights from the Spring Work Weekend
In late March, we were joined by a fantastic crew to help us welcome the first few days of spring at our Spring 2024 Work Weekend. Though the lovely spring weather we’ve been having didn’t stay through the weekend, our crew braved the rain and enjoyed a full weekend of hard work, communal meals, rich…
Give the Gift of Camp: Donate to the Campership Fund
Dear Friends of Camp, At this time of year, as we think about gratitude, our minds often return to thoughts of Camp — to memories of singing around the campfire, cooling off in the river, and adventuring with friends surrounded by nature. How lucky are we to have experienced this little slice of heaven, even…
Fall Work Weekend Recap
In November, we hosted our fall work weekend! The weather was perfect for working outside and we were able to complete several projects with the help of many hands. Our work included reducing fuels and burning brush in the upper living area, putting the garden to bed for the winter, and taking down some unused…