WELCOME HOME! The Lair of the Golden Bear Women's Wellness Weekend 2015 Important Notes The Pool is open 24-Hours a day and there is NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY. The baby pool is heated and marvelous! Women s Wellness t-shirts available for purchase in the Blue Store. Great for Tie Dying! Free private swim lessons will be offered Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Sign up in Lodge. Hiking and kayaking require sign ups on clipboards in the Blue Lodge against the back wall. We are limited on space by the Forest Service for safety/environmental reasons. Meet and Greet tables will be set for all meals. Join us to meet new friends -- look for the signs. Quiet Hours are from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Tents B00 B12 are in a 24 hour quiet area. Please respect these times and your fellow campers. Massage is offered Thursday Sunday. If you would like to purchase a massage, please sign up in the Camp Blue store. Rates are $43/half hour massage; $85/hour massage; and $128/90 minutes. Tips are not included. Massages are offered at the Wellness Center, less than a 10 minute walk from Camp Blue. Reflexology (foot scrubs and treatments) will be offered Thursday and Friday at the Blue Pool. Rates are $25/half hour (tips are not included). Sign-up at the Camp Blue store. Tea and hot chocolate will be offered at the Blue Lodge each night at 9:00pm. Bring a yoga mat or towel to Yoga/Pilates Class. We have a limited number of mats to distribute. A certified EMT is on-call 24 hours a day. Emergency call boxes are located on the Dining Hall and at the Blue Store. Please find a staff member if you need any assistance. Schedule of Events as of August 3, 2015 Subject to Change Wednesday Afternoon / Evening 2:00-6:00 PM Camper Greet and Check-In at the Blue Lodge 3:00-6:00 Camp Blue Store is open! 4:30-5:00 Come to the Blue Pool to learn about the Wellness Program and enjoy a mimosa! 5:00 Welcome Mixer and Sing-along at Blue Lodge. 5:30-5:45 New Camper Tour. Meet at stairs in front of the Blue Store. 5:45 KAYAKING MEETING. Meet in front of the Blue Store to meet Cathy and learn about our kayaking program. 6:00 HIKING MEETING. Meet at inside the Blue Lodge at the fireplace to meet with Holly and hear about the hikes planned for the weekend. 6:15 PADDLEBOARDING MEETING. Meet in front of the Blue Store to learn about our stand-up paddle boarding this summer. 6:30 Dinner at the Blue Dining Hall 8:00 8:30 Welcome Campfire! Meet your 2015 Camp Staff at the stage for the introductory show. and a Sing-Along afterwards with our talented staff. S mores to follow at the campfire. Contemplative Photography: Seeing the Light. Join Photographer Becky Jaffe for an hour long class that introduces students to the nature of light. We will explore what it means to see deeply and attentively, and notice qualities of light such as its intensity, direction, tone, mood and constantly changing character. At the Stage.
Thursday 7:00 AM Early Risers Coffee at the Dining Hall 7:15-8:15 Sunrise Yoga with Ana at Tennis Court #1 7:45-8:15 Water Exercise at the Blue Pool Kayaking at Pinecrest Lake. Bring water and sunscreen. Meet at Blue Office to carpool and with keys if you can drive. 9:15-noon Morning hike, location to be determined. Pack a snack and water. Meet behind Dining Hall to carpool and with keys if you can drive. 9:45-10:45 Pilates at Tennis Court #1 with Ana 9:45-10:45 Multi-Level Yoga with Dorothy. Tennis Court #3 Blue Store Open Art Arbor is open for tie-dye, lanyards, painting and more. Women s Wellness T- shirts for tie-dying can be purchased in the store. 10:00-11:30 Contemplative Photography: Connecting with Nature - meet at the Lodge. 11:00 Tie Dye Demonstration with the Art Directors at the Art Arbor. Vocal Techniques with Nancy at Blue Stage. Learn singing techniques and songs for a performance during Saturday Lunch. Swim Lessons with Laura at the Blue Pool. Sign-ups are in the Lodge. Yoga for All at Tennis Court #3 with Dorothy 1:00-5:00 Hike at Pinecrest Lake to our favorite swim spot. Meet behind Dining Hall to carpool with keys if you can drive. Pack a snack, suit, towel and water. 1:30-4:30 Art Arbor Open 1:30-2:30 Mindful Meditation with Dorothy at Creekside. 2:00-5:00 Greet at the Blue Office for Thursday arriving campers. 2:00 Tie Dye Demonstration with the Art Directors at the Art Arbor. 2:00-3:30 Technical Photography Skills for Women - a fun, low-stress workshop. Meet at the Lodge. 3:00-4:00 Yoga for All with Ana at Tennis Court #1 4:15-5:00 Limerick Lesson with Nancy Hall. Meet at Blue Dining Hall. 4:30 5:00 Come to the Blue Pool to learn about the Wellness Program and enjoy a mimosa! 5:30 New Camper Tour. Meet at stairs in front of the Blue Store. 5:30-6:30 Mixer and Sing-along at Blue Lodge 6:30 Dinner 8:00-9:00 GUEST SPEAKER - Campfire at the stage. Tia Kratter, Art Director at Pixar Animation Studios, will speak on her career and work at Pixar. Playful Photography Light Painting at Night. Bring a flashlight, tripod, camera with 9:15-10:15 shutter speed control and a fun loving spirit to this playful nighttime workshop. Meet at the Lodge.
Friday 7:00 AM Early Risers Coffee at the Dining Hall 7:15-8:15 Sunrise Yoga with Ana at Court #3 7:30-11:15 Stand Up Paddle boarding. Meet at the Blue Office promptly at 7:30 to depart for a lesson and tour on Beardsley Lake, 30 minutes away. No experience necessary. Bring keys to carpool and towel. A light breakfast will be served at the Lake. Sign up and pay in the Blue Store. 7:45-8:15 Peet s Coffee and Tea Tasting at the Blue Dining Hall 7:45-8:15 Water Exercise at the Blue Pool with Laura 9:15-noon Kayaking at Pinecrest Lake. Bring water and sunscreen. Meet at Blue Office to carpool and with keys if you can drive. Hike at Pinecrest Lake Overlook. Pack a snack and water. Meet behind Dining Hall to carpool and with keys if you can drive. 9:45-10:45 Multi-Level Yoga with Kim at Tennis Court #3 9:45-10:45 Pilates with Ana at Tennis Court #1 Blue Store Open 10:00 11:00 Coffee Talk with Tia Kratter come chat with Tia on the Blue Lodge deck. Art Arbor is open for tie-dye, lanyards, painting and more. Women s Wellness T- shirts for tie-dying can be purchased in the store. 10:00-11:30 Contemplative Photography: Connecting with Nature 11:00 Tie Dye Demonstration with the Art Director at the Art Arbor Vocal Techniques with Nancy Hall at Blue Stage. Learn singing techniques and songs for a performance during Saturday Lunch. Swim Lessons with Laura at the Blue Pool. Sign-ups are in the Lodge. Yoga for All with Kim at Tennis Court #3 1:30-4:30 Art Arbor Open. 1:30-2:30 Gentle Yoga with Kim at Tennis Court #3 2:00 Tie Dye Demonstration with the Art Director at the Art Arbor 2:00-3:30 Technical Photography Skills for Women - a fun, low-stress workshop. Meet at the Lodge. 2:00-3:00 Gentle Zumba at Tennis Courts with Cynthia. 3:00-4:00 Yoga for All with Ana at Tennis Court #1 5:00-6:30 6:30 Dinner 8:00-9:30 Wine Tasting: Join Executive Chef John Thiel of Pappo in Alameda for a lesson in wine tasting. Appetizers too! Blue Lodge Deck. Disco Bingo and Dance Party! Come and get your groove on with the camp staff! Wear your best or silliest costume from your favorite decade. At the Blue Dining Hall. Drinks and snacks provided.
Saturday 7:00 Early Risers Coffee at the Dining Hall 7:15-8:15 Sunrise Yoga with Ana at Court #3 7:45-8:15 Peet s Coffee and Tea Tasting at the Blue Dining Hall 7:45-8:15 Water Exercise at the Blue Pool with Laura Kayaking at Pinecrest Lake. Bring water, towel, and sunscreen. Meet at Blue Office (with keys if you can drive). Sign up in Blue Lodge. All Day Hike to Powell Lake. Meet behind the Dining Hall with keys if you can drive. 9:15-4:30 PM Pack a lunch at the Lunch Bar during breakfast. Limit 15 people so sign-up in advance. 9:45-10:45 Multi-Level Yoga at Tennis Court #1 with Ana Blue Store Open Art Arbor is open for tie-dye, lanyards, and more. T-shirts for tie-dying can be purchased in the store. Pilates at Tennis Court #3 with Ana Gentle Zumba at the Teen Lodge with Cynthia. Allow at least 15 minutes to walk there from Camp Blue. Swim Lessons with Laura at the Blue Pool. Sign-ups are in the Lodge. Vocal Techniques with Nancy Hall at Blue Stage. Learn singing techniques and songs for a performance during Saturday Lunch. 1:30-4:30 Art Arbor is open for tie-dye, lanyards, and more. T-shirts for tie-dying can be purchased in the store. 1:30-2:30 Yoga for All with Ana at Tennis Court #3. 2:00-3:00 Gentle Zumba at the Tennis Courts with Cynthia. 4:15-5:00 Join Nancy Hall and our talented staff for music, readings and limericks at Creekside. Share your poems or listen to others camper participation is encouraged. 5:45 Dinner note earlier time for dinner tonight! 6:45-8:30ish PM 9:00 11:00pm Watch an incredible sunset with us at a magnificent mountain vista we call Therapy. Please coordinate your own carpools. Maps provided in Blue Lodge, or meet with your car in front of Blue office at 6:45 to carpool and caravan over. Wine and snacks provided! Dress warmly. Sunset estimated at 7:38 PM. And those who are interested can join Becky for a Twilight Nature Photography Walk bring your camera with you Therapy! LET S DANCE at Camp Gold: Power soul and rock band Chains Required, will be playing LIVE at the Camp Gold Lodge, a 10 minute walk from Camp Blue (or drive over). Come dance and move to some great live music tonight.
7:00 Early Risers Coffee at the Dining Hall 7:15-8:15 Sunrise Yoga at Tennis Court #3 with Kim 7:45-8:15 Peet s Coffee Tasting at the Blue Dining Hall 9:30-noon Blue Store Open Sunday Finish your art projects before you leave at the Art Arbor 9:45-10:45 Yoga for All at Tennis Court #3 with Kim and Goodbyes! AFTERNOON 2:00 Pool closes and Checkout. Please sweep out tents and put trash and recyclables in appropriate areas. See you next year! Qi Gong: This class will begin with energizing each area of the body gently. Western research has confirmed what the Chinese have long known: the slow graceful, low- impact movements reduce the effects of stress and aging, enhance immunity, lower blood pressure, increase circulation and build energy. Join this class to increase flexibility, stamina, and balance and build muscle and bone strength. Morning classes will include energizing shoulder and upper body exercises releasing negativity and restoring positive well-being. There are flowing movements that bring awareness about personal boundaries. Wear comfortable clothes-all abilities welcome! Yoga for All: Yoga for all levels linking the breath with seated and standing poses. Learn basic poses, relaxation techniques, and become comfortable with yoga. Multi-Level Yoga: Yoga for all levels and abilities make it as hard or as light as you d like. Pilates: You will learn and do all the basic Pilates techniques to tighten and tone your entire body. Gentle Yoga: Get energized with active and relaxing basic yoga poses. Great for all levels! Mindful Meditation: Come relax & learn meditation skills. Meditation is essential to wellness when you heal the mind, you heal the body. Meditation located at Creekside. Photography Workshops: Students of all levels of prior experience are invited to bring a camera and an appetite for creative experimentation to the workshop. Since the emphasis is on perception, all levels of camera are welcome, from mobile phones to point-and-shoots to DSLRs. Water Exercise This class is performed to music, using noodles and occasional use of floatation belts and devices (provided), and can accommodate non swimmers and those with impact injuries. Gentle Zumba Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance fitness class that provides a dynamic, fun, and effective workout. It s a fitness dance party! Wear comfortable clothes and allow at least 15 minutes to walk to the Vista Lodge. Kayaking: Come kayak on beautiful Pinecrest Lake, a short five minute drive from camp (we ll need drivers to carpool over). All abilities welcomed. You will get a little wet, so dress accordingly -- a hat and sunscreen are recommended. Please sign-up in the lodge as space is limited per session. Choose one day, Thursday, Friday, or Saturday so there is room for all. Kayaks can be rented on your own at the lake if you want to go more than once. Stand Up Paddleboarding: We are again teaming with professional SUP instructors for lessons and a tour at Beardsley Lake, approximately 30 minutes from camp. A light breakfast will be provided at the lake. Learn the basics in a safe and fun environment. Cost is $45 for a two hour lesson/tour with all equipment provided for each person. Sign up in the Blue Store. You can find out more about our SUP adventure at www.heidisskishop.com We have a full camp this weekend, so please do not move into a tent other than the one you were assigned (some empty tents are held for women arriving later). If you wish to change tents, please check in with our staff at the Blue office to confirm its availability. Thank you!