On Equality and Justice

By Gretchen Collard, Bar 717 Camp Director We stand with Black people within our community, across our country, and around the world against systemic racism. Black Lives Matter. The current outcry against injustices in our country highlights how much work … Read More

Animal Pen Pals

Writing and receiving letters has always been a huge part of summer camp, and apparently the ranch animals agree. All of the animals have a lot less to do this summer without the trail rides, un-talent show acts, and program … Read More

Camping From Afar

Since announcing the cancellation of our kids camp sessions, we’ve heard from countless campers, parents, alumni, and staff who are longing for the community, rituals, and connection with nature that are the foundations of time on the ranch. We know … Read More

Winter Campservations

Published often and occasionally by the campers and staff of Camp Trinity on the Bar 717 Ranch  in the interest of news, fun, and… Good Camping! Dear Campers, Parents, Staff, Alumni, and Friends, The start of 2020 marks the beginning … Read More