Join the 4EEE crew for this weekend in the rugged and beautiful Pine Barrens at the Citta Boyscout Camp! For teens aged 13-17.

This winter weekend will challenge teens and push their skills in colder, possibly wet winter conditions. The Pines offers opportunities for track and sign identification, overland travel, locating dry firewood, making and tending fires for warmth, meal preparation and winter time projects.

Participants will be asked to participate in the meal offerings, helping with the preparation, cooking and clean up after meals.

We are thrilled to be able to come together and focus our time and attention on these skills as a group.

- Rick Berry & the 4EEE Crew

Lodging:

Teens will be staying in Yurts, no need to bring a tent, unless you'd like your own space. We are hoping to provide some propane heaters, but come prepared to possibly not be sleeping in a heated space.

Recommended Gear List:

• Tent (with rain fly and ground cloth)

• Tarp and rope (for additional rain protection)

• A sleeping bag for each participant (rated for 15 degrees or lower)

• Bring extra blankets as it will be cold!

• Sleeping Pad(s) (rated for cold weather camping)

• Towels

• Rain Gear and Additional layers for warmth in various weather conditions

• Hat, Beanie and Gloves - extra pairs if they get wet

• Two pairs of shoes, hard soled shoes are recommended

• Flashlight / headlamp

• Bandana

• Water Bottle (1 per person minimum)

• Eating Utensils: Bowl, plate, cup / mug, spoon, fork

• Toiletry items (biodegradable soap only please)

• Journal and writing utensil

• Bug repellent, preferably natural/non-toxic

• Non-folding carving knife (we have some to borrow or purchase if you do not have one)

• Sunglasses and sunscreen

• Tweezers for tick removal

• Folding chairs

• If it cannot get dirty, do not bring it!

As we will be at the Citta Boyscout Camp we can drive directly to the camp area, which makes loading in those extra warm layers much easier.

Join your favorite 4EEE instructors, families and friends in the Pine Barrens!

Welcome to our 2025 Spring Family Wilderness Skills Weekend in the Pine Barrens Primitive Camp! This weekend will inspire you and your family to get outdoors through the warm seasons to come. We look forward to recalling the Old Ways, sitting around the campfire with friends and family, sharing stories, gratitude, and laughter!

We offer sliding scale pricing, subsidized by donations from supporters of our mission. Please select a contribution level consistent with your means. Thank you!

All meals will be provided (dinner on Friday, breakfast/lunch/dinner on Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday); please include any dietary restrictions in your registration.

Each family must bring basic, personal camping gear! You will receive a recommended packing list with your confirmation (also included below).

We can't wait to gather with nature and each other around the fire and under the stars. Sign up early to join us for a fun-filled weekend in the Pine Barrens!

- Rick Berry & the 4EEE Crew

Welcome to our 2025 CA Family Camp! This week is for the entire family, all ages welcome!

Youth 4 years and younger are with parents, ages 5-7-will have morning and shorter afternoon sessions, youth ages 8-12 will be together and teen aged 13-17 will be on separate adventures. Everyone comes together for meals, councils, campfires, and ceremonies. The main focus is learning wilderness survival skills, the sacred order of Shelter, Water, Fire, Food.

This year we are going back to where we held our first west coast Family Program along a tributary creek off the North Fork of the American River at the Tunnel Mills Group Campground.

We have reserved both group sites giving us the entire area to our group along a cascading clear water creek nestled in the shade of large firs, pines and alders. The site is very Primitive with only pit toilets, and we use creek and fresh spring water for all our needs.

There are options in the afternoon to travel 2-3 miles by car to a trailhead that leads to a magnificent waterfall with huge pools for swimming or folks can enjoy relaxing in camp and cooling off in the creek.

We offer sliding scale pricing, subsidized by donations from supporters of our mission. Please select a contribution level consistent with your means. Thank you!

Level 1: $1,000 first person (family deposit) + $500/additional

Level 2 (subsidized): $800 first person + $400/additional

Level 3 (subsidized): $600 first person + $300/additional

All meals will be provided; please include any dietary restrictions in your registration.

Each family must bring basic, personal camping gear. A recommended packing list is included below and will be sent out with final instructions and directions as the date nears.

We can't wait to gather with nature and each other around the fire and under the stars!

- Rick Berry & the 4EEE Crew

Program Details:

Recommended Packing List -

• Tent (with rain fly and ground cloth)

• Tarp and rope (for additional rain protection)

• A sleeping bag for each participant (please bring extra blankets as it can get cool!)

• Sleeping Pad(s)

• Bathing Suits and towels

• Rain Gear and Additional layers for warmth in various weather conditions

• Hat

• Two pairs of shoes (one can be sandals)

• Flashlight / headlamp

• Bandana / blindfold

• Water Bottle (1 per person minimum)

• Eating Utensils: Bowl, plate, cup / mug, spoon, fork

• Toiletry items (biodegradable soap only please)

• Journal and writing utensil

• Bug repellent, preferably natural/non-toxic

• Non-folding carving knife (we have some to borrow or purchase if you do not have one)

• Sunglasses and sunscreen

• Large blanket for your family to use during group circles / meal times (optional)

If it can't get dirty, do not bring it!