We are excited about the opportunity for your child to attend camp with us this summer. Mission Springs has a tradition of being an incredibly fun and life-changing place for kids. With an action-packed week of endless activities, non-stop excitement, with an emphasis on growing closer to God, it is no wonder why campers come back year after year. The camp experience is often among the most significant for youth, and we have a strong commitment to insuring that your child has the best experience possible while they are with us at camp.
Our core value is as follows: To lead youth to Christ in a safe and nurturing environment. To accomplish this, we put the highest value on the physical and emotional safety of your child. That is why our program and facilities are designed with safety in mind and why we hire only the most qualified college-age staff to counsel and instruct your child. Among the most important of those qualifications are a deep love for Christ, common sense, and a commitment to children. We put each applicant through a rigorous interview process to insure that only the best are hired to work at Mission Springs. With a 3-to-1 camper-to-staff ratio, campers not only get to know their counselor but also many of the 80-plus staff who work each summer at Frontier.
So, whether your child is coming to camp for the first time or is returning as a veteran, they are in for the time of their life.
See you here!
Your Program Team
Mission Springs is located seventy miles south of San Francisco in one of California's most beautiful regions. We are nestled among the majestic redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains on three hundred acres of gorgeous land. The outstanding beaches of Santa Cruz are only seven miles away.
Don't miss out on camp because of financial need. We have an established campership fund which helps many families each year. Call the camp registrar to request an application or you may download the application by clicking here.
At the core of ministry at Mission Springs is our summer staff. We hire only the highest quality college-age individuals. Their employment is based upon an in-depth interview, personal references, evidence of personal integrity, character, and a compelling love for kids. Each cabin has a maximum of eight campers for each counselor. Counselors and staff are trained and supervised by our Mission Springs ministry team which has over twenty years of combined experience in youth ministry.
Your child's health and safety are top priorities. We carefully design activities to ensure maximum safety and 24-hour supervision. You can be confident that we provide a fully qualified staff in all areas of our program. Our on-site camp nurse, certified lifeguards, activity leaders, and camp directors are medically trained to handle emergency situations of most every nature.
Every camper is covered under Mission Springs' health and accident policy with Heritage Insurance Managers. They will pay the covered expenses up to $250 without regard to your insurance, and will also pay the covered expenses up to $2500 that are not recoverable by your insurance.
Have questions concerning the following policies?
- Cabin Mate policy
- Balance Due policy
- Waiting List policy
- Camper Pick-up policy
- Cancellation policy
- Grade Policy for Camp Attendance
View Frontier Ranch Policies in detail here.
- Sleeping bag and pillow
- Bible and Pencil
- Tennis shoes and jeans
- One piece swimsuit (or modest tankini) & beach towel
- Active wear clothes that can get dirty
- Sweat shirt or warm jacket for cool evenings
- Pajamas
- Flashlight with fully charged batteries
- Toothbrush, shampoo, soap, sunscreen, camera, etc.
- Money for snacks, t-shirts, and gifts at Frontier Bob's General Store
Label everything. Mission Springs is not responsible for lost or damaged items.
What NOT to Bring
- Radios, iPods, mp3 players, etc.
- Portable video games
- Cellular phones
- Drugs (unless prescription and then must be turned in to the camp nurse)
- Alcohol, tobacco, matches, firearms, fireworks, knives
If the above items are brought to camp they will be confiscated till the end of the week.
All campers enjoy receiving mail from relatives and friends. To be sure your mail receives your camper, send it early. You may choose to leave a letter or package on Opening Day in our Wagon Wheel Mail Bins which are labeled for each day. We deliver mail Monday through Friday. Please place the letter/package in the bin according to the day you want it delivered. Our staff will deliver it (please put your camper’s name and what day you would like it delivered) or you may also purchase a gift bag for your camper at Frontier Bob’s.
Summer Mailing Address:
Camper's Name
c/o Frontier Ranch
1050 Lockhart Gulch Rd.
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
You can also email your camper while they are at camp. Click here.
If you still have questions, check out our FAQ page here!
