Dear Parents,

(left to right): Derek Olson, Sharon Stolarski, Dave Notari, Kelly Klein, Bianca Schmidt

We are excited about the opportunity for your child to attend camp with us this summer! Mission Springs has a tradition of being an incredibly fun and life-changing place for kids. With an action-packed week of endless activities, non-stop excitement, and spiritual impact it is no wonder why campers come back year after year.

The camp experience is often among the most significant for youth, and we have a strong commitment to ensuring that your child has the best experience possible while they are with us at camp.

Our core value is as follows: To lead youth to Christ in a safe and nurturing environment. To accomplish this, we put the highest value on the physical and emotional safety of your child. That is why our program and facilities are designed with safety in mind and why we hire only the most qualified college-age staff to counsel and instruct your child. Among the most important of those qualifications are a deep love for Christ, good ol’–fashion common sense, and a commitment to children. We put each applicant through a rigorous interview process to ensure that only the best are hired to work at Mission Springs. So, whether your child is coming to camp for the first time or is returning as a veteran, they are in for the time of their life!

See you here!

The Program Team
Dave, Bianca, Derek, Sharon and Kelly

Awesome Location

Mission Springs is located seventy miles south of San Francisco in one of California's most beautiful regions. We are nestled among the majestic redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains on three hundred acres of gorgeous land. The outstanding beaches of Santa Cruz are only seven miles away.

Financial Assistance

Don't miss out on camp because of financial need. We have an established campership fund which helps many families each year. Call the camp registrar to request an application or you may download the application by clicking here.

Quality Staff

At the core of ministry at Mission Springs is our summer staff. We hire only the highest quality college-age individuals. Their employment is based upon an in-depth interview, personal references, evidence of personal integrity, character, and a compelling love for kids. Each cabin has a maximum of eight campers for each counselor. Counselors and staff are trained and supervised by our Mission Springs ministry team which has over twenty years of combined experience in youth ministry.

Health & Safety

Your child's health and safety are top priorities. We carefully design activities to ensure maximum safety and 24-hour supervision. You can be confident that we provide a fully qualified staff in all areas of our program. Our on-site camp nurse, certified lifeguards, activity leaders, and camp directors are medically trained to handle emergency situations of most every nature.

Camper Insurance

Every camper is covered under Mission Springs' health and accident policy with Heritage Insurance Managers. They will pay the covered expenses up to $250 without regard to your insurance, and will also pay the covered expenses up to $2500 that are not recoverable by your insurance.

Important Policies

Have questions concerning the following policies?

Cabin Mate policy
Balance Due policy
Waiting List policy
Parent Pick-up policy
Cancellation policy

View Wild Oak Policy Page here.

Got Questions?

If you still have questions, maybe it has been addressed on our FAQ page.

Click here to view the FAQ page.

What To Bring

Sleeping bag and pillow
Bible and Pencil
Clothes for Active Wear
Conservative Swim Suits (PLEASE!) & beach towel
Tennis shoes/sandals/water shoes
Day-pack or Small Backpack
Sweat shirt or jacket and long pants for cool evenings
Money for Snacks, T-Shirts, Photos, and Gifts
Make sure your camper's belongings are labeled

Parents can drop off mail & packages at registration for the week. Label which day of the week you would like your letter or package delivered. Or you can mail packages to:

Your Camper's Name
c/o Wild Oak
1050 Lockhart Gulch Rd.
Scotts Valley, CA 95066

Mission Springs is not responsible for lost or damaged items.

Wild Oak is located at: Mission Springs Christian Camps & Conference Center
1050 Lockhart Gulch Rd., Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Phone 800-683-9133