Yosemite Association Offers Two All-Inclusive Family Camping Outings in Yosemite’s High Country

Family Camping Jamboree Weekends in July and August include reserved campsite, all meals, guided hikes, crafts and campfire programs for one low price

Dreaming of an affordable, no-hassle family camping outing in Yosemite’s beautiful high country? The Yosemite Association, a non-profit organization that conducts award-winning interpretive programs in Yosemite National Park, announces two weekend family adventures that include a reserved campsite, all daily meals and an action packed schedule of guided hikes, organized crafts, games and campfire programs for one low price!

Held July 21 through 24, and August 18 through 21 at the Tuolumne Meadows Campground, the Family Camping Jamboree weekends invite families to enjoy the inspiring beauty of Yosemite’s High Sierra without the trappings of cooking, clean-up and activity planning. Knowledgeable guides will lead a series of day hikes, interpretive programs and family-friendly activities designed to please all ages and interests. Three daily meals and snacks are included.

Dave Wyman , a professional nature and travel photographer, and his assistant, Kathy Burke, will help attendees learn to identify wildflowers, wildlife and constellations in the night sky, as well as understand the park’s geology and enjoy optional guided day hikes to nearby meadows, lakes and granite peaks. Additional activities include campfire interpretive programs replete with s’mores, storytelling and crafts for the kids.

“These weekends are a great opportunity for spending quality family time, networking with other parents, or simply letting the adults relax while the kids make new friends,” notes program instructor Dave Wyman. “This is the kind of summer camping experience that families will remember for a lifetime.”

The Family Camping Jamboree costs $191 for adults (special YA member price) or $225 for non-members, and $106 per child aged 12 and under (special YA member price) or $125 for non-members. Tuition includes the park entrance fee (a $20 value), a reserved campsite for three nights, all guided activities, daily meals and snacks. Reservations are limited and can be made by calling Pete Devine at (209) 379-2321.

About the Yosemite Association

The Yosemite Association offers over 80 field courses on a wide variety of outdoor related topics throughout Yosemite serving all levels of ability. Subjects include art and writing, astronomy, birding, cultural history, interpretive backpacks, Native American, natural history, outdoor skills, photography, volunteer service, wildflowers and botany, as well as classes customized for families, children and women.

Yosemite Outdoor Adventure participants do not have to be a member of Yosemite Association to attend field courses. However, those who wish to become a steward of Yosemite, one of the world’s most beautiful places, can join the Yosemite Association with memberships starting at $35 per year. Membership benefits include discounted room rates in and around Yosemite, a 15% discount on all outdoor adventures, subscription to “ Yosemite,” the quarterly journal of the Association, 15% discount on all books, maps, posters and calendars, and regular email newsletters.

Founded in 1923, Yosemite Association revenues are used to support education, museum, research and environmental programs in Yosemite through donations to the National Park Service.

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