Camp Ford: Adventures in Leadership
for incoming 9th graders

Camp Ford is a week-long outdoor leadership camp for incoming freshman (currently 8th graders) in Siskiyou County.

When: Sunday, July 29th - Saturday, August 4th
** A parent and camper information session will be held in Yreka, date TBD.

Where:Paradise Point, CA (18 miles southeast of Happy Camp) on the Klamath River. Transportation to and from camp will be provided from Yreka and Happy Camp.

Who: Current 8th graders (Incoming 9th graders in fall 2012) in Siskiyou County, looking for a fun, challenging summer outdoors exerpeince.

What: River rafting, hiking, leadership development activities, crafts, volleyball, skits, campfire, learning about nature, swimming and much, much more! Come to Camp Ford to get prepared for high school: Be yourself, grow as a leader, and make new friends!

How to Apply: 
Complete an online application or download a printable PDF here and mail or return to Brady Svilich at the Siskiyou Family YMCA, 350 N. Foothill Drive, Yreka, CA 96097.

Please submit two reference forms.  One must be from a teacher/principal and the other can be from any adult, not related to you, and has known you for at least a year.  Download a printable reference form.

Application and Reference Form Deadline: April 20, 2012

Cost: There is no cost to attend.

Note: Upon acceptance to the camp you will be provided with parental/guardian consent form, health form, and liability waiver. 

Contact Information:
Siskiyou County Representative: Brady Svilich - brady@siskiyou-ymca.org or 530-842-0613