Camp Woodcraft

Camp Woodcraft is held at the Big Bear Valley retreat center. The program is known for its year-round retreat center and inclusion initiatives for neurodivergent youth. It also features SEL & NGSS aligned programs and a Camp-4-All model, promoting gender inclusivity.

• Ages: 7–18 years old
• Location: Big Bear Valley retreat center

Founded in 1902, Camp Woodcraft has a long history of providing outdoor education. The leadership team includes Helen “Curly” Morales, the Director of Camp Woodcraft & Outdoor Education, Natalie “Selfie” Pinedo, the Manager of Outdoor Education, and Diana Gonzalez, an Outdoor and Environmental Educator. The program has received the Eleanor P. Eells Award for Excellence in Research in Practice by the ACA, and Helen Morales was recognized as Outdoor Educator of the Year for Southern California by AEOE. Camp Woodcraft partners with the California Department of Developmental Services and local Regional Centers to support community involvement.

Last updated December 4, 2025.