General Camp information

for camp leaders

If you have any questions use the Contact Us button at the bottom of the page and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We look forward to working together to prepare for a FANTASTIC CAMP EXPERIENCE!

When is YW Camp?

Tuesday June 14th through Friday June 17th 2022

Where is camp this year?

Wildwood Ranch Camp
14488 Mussey Grade Rd, Ramona, CA 92065

What is the purpose of camp?

To provide the Young Women with a place where they can gather together, separate from worldly influences, feel the Spirit of the Lord, grow in unity and love, and strengthen their faith and testimonies of Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.

Who can attend camp?

Vista Stake’s YW camp is for girls who are turning 12 to 18 by the end of 2022. Friends of the Church are welcome.

What's included?

Lodging, food, activities, and a camp shirt.

Activities at Camp

Click here to see the Camp Activities

YW Camp Rules and Guidelines

Before completing registration everyone attending will be required to read and agree to the Camp Wildwood Ranch YW Rules and Guidelines. You can view them here and use the download button at the bottom of the page if you want to save a copy for yourself.

What is the cost to attend?

$175 for each girl to attend camp (non-refundable)
$125 for each YW leader
All money is due to the Stake transferred from your ward by May 8th

How do I register?

Click the Register Now button at the bottom of this page and fill in all required information.

Can I cancel after registering?

If you're not able to attend camp after registering please let us know but unfortunately the camp fee is not refundable. In addition, if you have to leave camp early for any reason the camp fee is also not refundable.

What is needed from each Ward for camp?

Provide a minimum of 2 YW leaders for every 10 girls from your ward. Please no children.
Provide one Priesthood holder from your ward to be at camp on your designated day from 8:30-5:00. Please submit the name by May 1st.
Hold an activity to make a ward Camp Mailbox.
Each ward will be assigned snack items to bring for the camp Snack Shack. Assignments will be emailed out.

Safety & Security Info

Safety & Security Information at Camp Wildwood Ranch (CWR) in compliance with California State Law:

All YW Camp Directors and YW leaders attending camp must be CPR and First Aid Trained.

A Voluntary Disclosure Statement must be completed by all adults.

All leaders (including priesthood brethren staying overnight at CWR, even for one night) must be cleared through the US Department of Justice National Sex Offender Public Registry. This will be done by the Stake Young Women Leaders through: www.nsopw.gov

Each YW and leader attending Camp is required to complete and return The Church Activity Permission and Authorization Form.

Health Screening for all leaders/staff and campers conducted and properly documented within 24 hrs of arrival at CWR.

Emergency Transportation must be available at all times. There must be enough seats in vehicles for each person at camp.

Please inform Stake Camp Director if your Ward has any YW with special needs attending camp.

Vehicles at Camp

Due to Fire Department regulations, each ward is responsible for having enough cars on premises at all times to evacuate each person attending from their ward.

Staying on premises

While feeling very remote, Camp Wildwood is only 2 miles away from Ramona. We are asking that no one leave camp unless permission is granted by Stake Leadership.

Ward Camp Directors

In addition to being responsible for some pre-camp activities, you will play a vital role at camp. Our focus will be on mentoring & ensuring that the girls have an enjoyable, memorable, and safe experience while meeting our Camp Goals and Purpose. We want the girls to take full advantage of the many activities at camp so we will need the help of Ward Camp leaders and other ward YW leaders to run the different stations each day. Ward Camp leaders will also have assigned responsibilities at camp. More details to come!

What Ward Camp Directors Need to accomplish before camp?

What do Ward Camp Directors & YW Leaders need to accomplish before camp?

Get the girls excited for camp!
Decide what you can do to spiritually prepare for camp.
Attend the Temple with all Leaders and Girls prior to Camp.
Ensure all Adult YW Leaders from your ward are CPR & First Aid Trained.
Ward Camp Money due to Vista Stake on Sunday May 8th, transferred from your ward.
Collect completed Permission and Medical Release Forms for all YW and adult leaders, and keep them with you at camp.
Health Screening for each YW and adult leader within 24hrs of arrival at Camp.
Meet with all the YW campers and their Parents to inform them about rules, guidelines and expectations at CWR.
Together with the YW, choose a song for Singing Trees, and practice with your Wards.
Prepare for Ward Time
Organize a Secret Sister Activity for your ward.
Practice a Ward "Performance" for camp ie skit, dance, lip sink, etc. Get YCLs involved to help plan.
Invite Bishop to come to Camp on Thursday, June 16th at 6:00 PM and join us for dinner and testimony meeting and bring a treat for your ward.

Health Screening Form

The Health Screening form will be required for everyone attending camp. This will be done in your ward YW by a qualified Health supervisor within 24 hours before leaving for Camp. Ward Camp Directors will need to have a printed copy for everyone (YW and Adult Leaders) attending from your Ward filled out by a qualified Health Supervisor.

First Aid & CPR Training

All adult YW Leaders must be trained in basic First Aid and CPR. The Stake will offer training on Saturday, April 23rd at 8:00 AM. Ward Camp Directors please print the form and complete it with the names of all trained YW leaders from your Ward and submit.

What if a young woman needs to leave camp early?

Please advise parents that in the event a camper is sent home from camp, a parent will be notified and will be required to pick their child up at camp in Ramona.

*** Camp money is still non refundable even if a camper has to leave camp early for any reason ***

Water

Please don’t forget to include in your meetings how important hydration at camp is!

get started

First follow the link below to download the Church Permission and Medical Release Form, which will be required to submit your registration for camp. You will need your parents to sign the permission form. Please also print a copy of the form and give it to your Ward Camp Director. Either take a picture or scan the completed form and go to the registration link and fill in all required information and attach the form to complete your registration for camp.

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YW Camp Rules and Guidelines

The following are general rules and guidelines that must be adhered to while at Wildwood Ranch Camp.

General Guidelines and Information

Dress standards outlined in For The Strength of Youth should be followed. Footwear should be comfortable and sturdy enough to protect the feet from rough ground, insects, and snakes.
YW and leaders are strongly encouraged to arrive on time and stay for the entire duration. The Stake Camp Directors and staff should know who is in camp at all times.
Leaders are responsible to be familiar with and ensure that participants adhere to procedures and guidelines.
Vehicles: To preserve a healthy, safe and peaceful environment, vehicles should be driven as little as possible. When you must drive, please observe the camp 10 MPH speed limit and stay on roads.
Parking: Park In designated areas. No parking in fire lanes or near buildings. 20 minutes unloading near cabins, kitchens or other areas of camp.
Don’t climb on trees, walls or fences, cut or break plants or trees. Don't attach signs or banners to buildings or vegetation.
Please discourage pranks as even seemingly “harmless” practical jokes can cause injuries, make a mess and may result in unanticipated damage.
Please do not move rocks or logs positioned along roads and parking areas.
Watch out for poison oak, sumac and rattlesnakes. When a rattlesnake is seen, keep a safe distance and advise camp hosts of the location.

Facility Guidelines and Information

Food and drink (except water bottles) are not allowed inside the cabins.
Beds, mattresses and furniture should not be moved or rearranged. Please do not allow standing or jumping on beds or mattresses.
Sleep in specified areas, one person per bed, within building occupancy.
“Youth may not stay in the tent of an adult leader unless the leader is her parent or Guardian. If Young Women leaders and young women share other overnight facilities, such as a cabin, there must be at least two adult women in the facility” (Church Handbook of Instruction, p. 108, Sec. 13.6.12).
Please conserve water by limiting shower time. No water fights allowed.
Only put toilet paper in the toilets, no feminine sanitary items (even those labeled “flushable”) and no paper towels. This will keep the toilets from clogging and overflowing.
Please conserve energy. Close outside doors and windows and turn off lights, including those in the restrooms, before leaving buildings.
No writing, painting, or carving on trees, rocks, plants or structures including cabin walls, floors, ceilings, cabins, and bunk beds. Cost for vandalism, including graffiti, damaged or lost equipment, will be assessed and invoiced to the responsible unit.
Everyone will be assigned cleaning assignments while at Camp.

Safety & Security Guidelines and Information

Dehydration is the top health issue at Camp Wildwood Ranch. Everyone should carry water and drink often.
The safety of the young women is the responsibility of the unit leaders.
Riding outside of motor vehicles on running boards, hanging out windows or riding in the back of pickup trucks or on trailers is not permitted.
Skateboards, roller blades, ATVs and recreational vehicles of any type are not permitted. Only Camp Wildwood Ranch hosts may operate ATVs.
Please dress for safety and modesty. You should wear closed-toed shoes for foot protection.
Please use a buddy system at Camp. Flashlights are recommended for walking at night.
Be aware of the location of the fire extinguishers inside or outside each building.
Make sure that belongings do not block doors or paths to outside doors in cabins.
Do not approach or feed wild animals. Stay on designed trails for safety and to prevent erosion.
If an unknown or suspicious person is noticed in or near Camp, do not approach them. Immediately advise leaders and camp hosts.

Electronics and Phones:

Our goal is for each girl to grow closer to our Savior and His love. We really want the girls to un-plug and enjoy the whole camp experience, build friendships, and feel the spirit. To eliminate distractions, we invite the young women to take a break from their phones during camp and leave them at home. Any phones brought to camp will need to be checked in at night by 10:00 PM with the YW President or earlier at her discretion.

Activity Guidelines

Swimming pool (maximum capacity 110): No food or drink is allowed in the pool area. Mud, dirt, body paint and face paints must be completely removed before a swimmer enters the pool area.

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