Have you hiked up Gates Mountain? Jumped off the rock at Below Mays? Swam in the emerald green waters of Corral Creek? Or just admired the view from main camp? If so, then knowingly or not, you have enjoyed the … Read More
As you may know, the summer of 2018 will be our 88th summer of Camp Trinity on the Bar 717 Ranch. With that longevity comes the need to update and replace older buildings, so last fall we began the reconstruction of … Read More
The Bar 717 Ranch has a rich history of homesteading. This summer, one of camp’s oldest traditions will be renewed with the revival of the Emily’s outpost across the river. This site, originally known as the Old Gates Place, was first … Read More
AUGUST 28, 2017 – By Bob Small Snap! Craaackle! POP! Was that the sound of milk splashing onto the Rice Krispies in your cereal bowl at Camp? No… those were the sounds made as the first board was pried away … Read More
Join Us for TWO Spring Volunteer Work Weekends at Camp! Although winter at the ranch has been chilly, there is plenty to do with the new kitchen project in full swing! We sure could use a hand. This is a great opportunity … Read More
For at least a century or two, many bears, black and brown, young and old, have patrolled the forests and meandered along the streams of the Bar 717 Ranch. In more recent decades, plenty of cuddly little Teddy Bears, a … Read More
Don’t forget that before there was a salad bar there was peanut butter and fry bread and candy bars on Tuesday, or was it Wednesday? A cracker-wrapper can on each green table and Florence’s table chart. Don’t forget Carol McCutcheon’s … Read More
Paul Wills, February 2017 At the end of the summer of 1959, the outside fireplace on the eating platform was built. I know because I helped build it, along with Grover Gates (the boss), Mel Mandel’s family, Jean Collard and … Read More
Dear Friend of Camp Trinity, As you know, plans are nearing completion for the new kitchen at the Bar 717 Ranch, and I’d like to update you on the latest news and to ask for your help. But, before I get to … Read More
Over the next few months, we’ll be introducing you to our summer staff for 2017. Meet Julian, who will be joining us from Colombia as a first-year counselor in the barn this summer! What is your name My name is Julian Sierra … Read More
