Camp Fire Heart of California Camps

Camp Fire Heart of California Camps include Camp Adahi, a resident camp offered to members who have completed third through eighth grade, and Camp Eluta, a day camp for campers in preschool through third grade. Camp Adahi is held in July, and Camp Eluta runs for one week each year. Staff at these camps are called “Spark Champions,” and they are described as highly trained and as experts at what they do who know how to guide youth on their journey to thriving.

• Ages: 3–13 years old

Camp Fire Heart of California has been an innovative leader in youth development since 1918. Its mission statement describes a focus on THRIVE{OLOGY}, a research-based program framework founded on the pillars of Social Emotional Learning (SEL). The mission statement also notes that any kid or teen from any kind of family and from any walk of life is welcome, and that Camp Fire has an official Inclusion Policy and a long-time commitment to diversity. The mission statement further highlights the role of trained, caring staff and volunteers as supportive mentors and adult champions.

Last updated March 16, 2026.