CAL-PAC CAMPS
Cal-Pac Camps is a Christ-centered organization that focuses on the spiritual development of our campers. We follow three simple rules of Methodist living: Do Good, Reduce Harm, and Love God. We embody Christian community through worship, small groups, keynote speakers, prayer stations, and traditional camp fun!
Faith, Friends, and Fun!
It is nearly impossible to not make a new friend at camp. The lifelong bonds forged around a campfire are what core memories are made of. All of our campers and staff come from rich and diverse backgrounds allowing for shared experiences to shape our identities. (“Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:11)
Cedar Glen | Lazy W | Wrightwood
All three of our camps offer a variety of games and activities for our campers to enjoy while they are here. Our leadership teams work hard planning group bonding games, special interest groups, night activities, and of course campfire shenanigans! Other features include ropes courses, gaga pits, arts and crafts, and swimming!
THE LATEST
RESOURCES
01. CURRENT RESOURCES
- Featured Camps & Retreats:
- Summer Camps
- Winter Camp (Wrightwood)
- Family Camp
- Young Adult Camp
- Queer Camp
- Camp Shine for Youth on Autism Spectrum
- Urban Kids Camp x Next Step
- Spanglish Camp (Hispanic/Latino)
- PIYYA Camp (Pacific Islander)
- Christmas Institute (Filipino Caucus)
- Strength for the Journey (HIV/AIDS)
- Ministry Safe
- Guide within Ministry with LGBTQ+ Youth
- United Methodist Clergy Retreat Guide and Directory
02. CAL-PAC CAMPSITES
- Camp Wrightwood (Wrightwood, CA; East District)
- Camp Cedar Glen (Julian, CA; South District)
- Lazy W Ranch (San Juan Capistrano, CA; South District)
03. CAL-PAC RETREAT CENTERS
- Mariposa Retreat Center (South Pasadena, CA; North District)
05. CONTACT
Wanda Bethea
Co-Chair, Camp & Retreat Council
wbethea@calpacumc.org
Rachel Tabutol
Co-Chair, Camp & Retreat Council
pastor@scumc.org
Kenny Funk
Director of Camping Operations
kfunk@calpacumc.org
SITE DIRECTORS & PROGRAM COORDINATORS:
- Camp Wrightwood
- Director: Kenny Funk (kfunk@)
- Programs: Caitlyn Anderson (canderson@)
- Camp Cedar Glen
- Director: Freedom Macias
- Programs: Alisa Wentzel (awentzel@)
- Lazy W Ranch
- Director: Joshua Davis (jdavis@)
- Programs: Gillian Mager (gmager@)
- Mariposa Retreat Center
06. CORE VALUES
- EVERYONE belongs, is welcome and is to feel safe.
- Meaningful RELATIONSHIPS with God and others happen here.
- God’s CREATION is to be enjoyed.
- TIME spent away is good for peace of mind and soul.
- Lives are TRANSFORMED so that the world might be changed.
The Seven Foundations of United Methodist Camp and Retreat Ministries are that we:
- Provide Sacred Places Apart
- Nurture Christian Faith and Discipleship
- Extend Christian Hospitality and Community
- Develop Principled Spiritual Leaders
- Partner with United Methodist Churches and Agencies
- Teach Creation Care and Appreciation
- Inspire and Equip Lives for Love and Service