About
AYF Summer Camp offers a variety of activities including Wacky Olympics, Educationals, Butt Volleyball, Quiz Bowl, Egg Toss, and Steal the Bacon. The camp takes place at AYF Camp Big Pines, which spans 11.5 acres of forestland and can accommodate up to 150 campers and staff.
• Ages: 7–17 years old
• Location: AYF Camp Big Pines, 22214 Big Pines Hwy, Valyermo, CA 93563, United States
• Schedule: eight weeks
Founded in 1969, AYF Camp Big Pines was purchased in 1977. The camp is led by Khachig Khachigian, Vahe Injeyan, and Khajag Sheetelian, and the staff has always been purely volunteer. AYF Camp is the largest Armenian youth summer camp in Southern California and serves as a popular rental destination for schools and various community organizations. The mission of the camp is to provide Armenian youth living in the Diaspora with an opportunity to learn their history, reconnect with their heritage, and foster life-long friendships. Testimonials from participants describe the camp as a place where "you don’t just make friends, you make family" and as "a home away from home."
Last updated November 28, 2025.
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