This session of Trails End Day Camp is being combined with our Trailblazers Camp to create an awesome TWO-WEEK camping experience for kids ages 8 to 11 years old AND completed 3rd through 5th Grades as of Summer 2025.
Session 1: Monday, July 14-25, 2025 - Class #29261
Please note that these two weeks of Trails End/Trailblazers Camp will take place at Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park in the Oakland Hills. Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park provides the natural setting for the outdoor fun of hiking, camp skills (i.e., orienteering), nature crafts, cooking AND CAMPING UNDER THE STARS! All campers will spend the program day enjoying outdoor activities.
We will provide transportation from Alameda to Reinhard Redwood Regional Park for all campers by bus. See below for more information regarding your drop-off/pick-up locations in Alameda. **IMPORTANT - be sure you indicate your drop-off/pick-up location site when you register online or by registration form.**
A week before your camp session, you will be sent a detailed letter with specific instructions on what to bring for the overnight experience and daily drop-off and pick-up instructions.
Each camper will get his/her very own commemorative t-shirt to celebrate our 71nd year of Day Camp! Full payment is required at time of registration. Pre-registration is required for this program.
FOR TRAILBLAZERS CAMP, A $100 SERVICE FEE WILL BE CHARGED IF YOU DECIDE TO WITHDRAW.
Please be sure to include your email address so we can send all Trails End/Trailblazer Camp correspondence by email.
Register Online
E-mail completed form with American Express, Discover, MasterCard or VISA to arpd@alamedaca.gov
Mail or Drop Off completed Day Camp form with payment to: Alameda Recreation and Park Department, 2226 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
Fax completed form with American Express, Discover, MasterCard or VISA to 510-523-4071
**ARPD Disclaimer: Registrations that are emailed, faxed or dropped off could have delayed processing. Registering online will be your best opportunity to secure a spot in one of the ARPD Programs! If your desired program is full, place your child on the waiting list as additional program may be added to meet the demand of registration.
PLEASE NOTE: Please provide details regarding your child's medical needs and/or any physical, emotional or developmental disabilities they may have. Safety is of the utmost importance for all ARPD participants. Providing ARPD with this information is necessary so that we may determine if and how we can safely support your child. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis with a Program Supervisor.
ARPD PROGRAMS FOLLOW ALL STATE AND COUNTY AND EAST BAY REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT HEALTH PROTOCOLS
Campers are bussed to and from camp daily with the exception of:
Please indicate your Drop-Off/Pick-Up Location Site on your registration form.
There will be three options for Drop-Off/Pick-Up locations in Alameda:
Franklin Park, 1432 San Antonio Ave, Alameda
Krusi Park/Otis School - Meet in front of Otis School on Fillmore Street
Washington Park, 1300 8th Street, Alameda
IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: ON THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2025, THERE IS ONLY ONE DROP-OFF LOCATION FOR ALL CAMPERS: KRUSI PARK/OTIS SCHOOL (in front of Otis School on Fillmore Street)
Cost Per Person for this TWO-WEEK Session (includes transportation):
$1,000 for Alameda Residents
$1,140 for Non-Residents
The majority of the two-week session is considered a Day Camp Program (8:30 am to 4:30 pm):
Trails End Camp Dates: Monday, July 14 to Friday, July 18; Monday, July 21 and Friday, July 25, 2025 Drop your child off at 8:30 am and pick up your child at 4:30 pm at your pick-up/drop-off location site in Alameda
Please send your child to camp with a packed lunch on the dates listed above.
CLOTHING:
Your camper should dress warmly each day (long pants, short sleeve shirt, sturdy closed-toe shoes, jacket, socks and sunscreen).
PLEASE LABEL ALL CLOTHING.
LONG PANTS are suggested due to poison oak, stinging nettle and ticks in the area. Campers need sturdy closed-toe shoes for trail hiking. NO sandals or backless shoes, please.
SUNSCREEN:
Please apply sunscreen on child before he/she attends camp. For safety purposes, we encourage you to send sunscreen with your child. Staff will periodically remind children to apply their sunscreen.
LUNCH:
Please send your child with a packed lunch unless notified otherwise. Put in a heavy bag or day pack and identify it with camper's name.
MATERIALS:
Do not send along any camp equipment such as: axes, knives, etc. No electronics or games at Day Camp. Day packs, compasses and water bottles are okay.
INCLEMENT WEATHER:
Camp will meet rain or shine. In case of rain, provide rain gear.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION:
If is strongly recommended that each camper have a physical examination. A tetanus or booster shot is also recommended. Consult your family physician. It is best to have your camper shower immediately upon arriving home, particularly because of the poison oak. Be sure camper gets sufficient rest each night to be ready for camp.
TRAILBLAZERS (Overnight Camp - 3-Day Schedule)
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, July 22, 23 & 24, 2025
Overnights will take place on the evenings of July 22 & 23, 2025
Tuesday, July 22, 2025:
Drop off your child at 8:30 am at your pick-up site
Overnight at Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park
Dinner Provided (Camping Equipment Required)
Wednesday, July 23, 2025:
All day and overnight at Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Provided
Thursday, July 24, 2025:
Breakfast and Lunch Provided
4:30 p.m. - Return to Krusi Park/Otis School in Alameda (One Pick-Up Site)
CLOTHING: Each camper should be prepared with enough clothing to survive the most probable adverse conditions for this camp: long pants, boots (sturdy closed-toe shoes), socks (pile or wool), shirts and/or sweaters (have several, including a wool or pile one to utilize the layer system), long underwear, parka or jacket (wind and water resistant) and pile cap and/or sun visor (no sandals, no shorts). Label all clothing.
MEALS: Campers should eat breakfast before boarding the bus for camp. Bring a bag lunch for Tuesday. Campers will participate in the following cookouts: Tuesday's dinner, Wednesday's breakfast, lunch and dinner and Thursday's breakfast and lunch. If campers wish to bring snacks, they should be non-perishable.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: It is strongly recommended that campers have a physical examination before they attend. A tetanus or booster shot is also recommended. Consult your family physician.
CAMPER EQUIPMENT: To make this overnight experience an enjoyable one, campers should bring: ground cloth, sleeping bag in a waterproof stuff bag, sleeping pad, flashlight, personal toilet items, biodegradable soap, backpack, insect repellent, handkerchief, litter bag, sunscreen and sunglasses. Optional: Campers may bring a tent. ARPD Staff will assist campers with tent set up.
INCLEMENT WEATHER: Camp will meet rain or shine. In case of rain, rain gear should be included.
CAMP RULES: It is mandatory that campers remain with their Leaders/Groups. No one is allowed to leave the area without prior arrangement with ARPD Staff. Campers must abide by all park safety rules, as well as keeping the area clean. The camper and/or parent/guardian is responsible for any financial responsibility due to vandalism. There will be NO use of alcohol or illegal drugs. Violations of any of the above will result in camper being sent home and refunds will not be issued.
You must cancel or withdraw at least one week before the program starts to receive a credit on your ARPD account for future use.
Some specialty camps or programs may have different policies and services fees. Please refer to the description or details for any specific program prior to registration.
A $20 service fee applies to any changes or transfers made after your original registration.
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