Sailing
Silver Lake provides a great opportunity to sail at Snow Mountain Camp. Qualified instruction in Hobie Cat sailing is offered right at our waterfront. The calm winds in the morning are great for teaching and learning and when campers are comfortable they are able to challenge themselves in the stronger afternoon winds.

Kayaking and Canoeing
The mornings are a great time to get out on the calm waters and explore the beauty of Silver Lake by kayak or canoe. We teach campers many skills including paddling, capsizing and rescuing their fellow kayak and canoers.

Horseback Riding

Trail rides in the El Dorado National Forest are offered throughout the session for most riding levels.

**Please note that we are subject to forest service regulations and this program may not be available at times.

Sports and Games: SMC offers many classic sports and games activities such as basketball, soccer, volleyball and kickball, as well as many popular alternative games such as ultimate chicken, capture the flag, scavenger hunts and many more!

Archery
Our archery program provides an opportunity for skill development and fun at our archery range. Campers have the opportunity to complete skill levels of achievement as well as participate in an archery tournament during each session.

Fencing
As always, safety comes first as campers are given the rare chance to take part in the exciting sport of fencing. They are given instruction on proper skills and technique and then have the opportunity to partake in games that include 2 on 1 duels, Three Musketeers, and King of the Hill. Campers wear proper protection including professional mask, body suit, glove and rubber-tipped foil.

Rock climbing
Using the natural climbing rocks in the El Dorado National Forest, our campers challenge themselves during daily climbing exercises. After practice and safety orientation in camp, our trained and experienced staff lead our campers through this fun and safe adventure opportunity.

Backpacking
Backpacking at Snow Mountain Camp is designed to bring camper and wilderness together. It is an emotional experience enjoyed by campers of all ages and ability levels. Trips take the hiker into some of California’s finest back country. Backpack equipment is provided for campers without their own. Campers share in preparing meals on the trail.

High and low Ropes course
Whether it's conquering the Wild Woozy, building a record high Tower of Terror or getting your whole team across the Nitro Crossing the ropes course is a fun and exciting way to work as part of a group to develop a sense of community, trust and cooperation through various challenge activity stations. Trained and experienced staff carefully supervise and facilitate these activities.

Hiking Thunder Mountain
Thunder Mountain is the dramatic and inspiring backdrop of our site for Snow Mountain. The optional hike to the summit is three miles and starts at camp. At the top, there is a summit box to sign in and an epic view that is a must see!

Fort Building
A special area in camp is set aside to build forts using the area’s natural materials.

Tubing
Tubing is offered occasionally, the program is open to all campers who can pass an intermediate swimming test.

Drama
A drama production is one of the highlights of each session. "The play" will incorporate a number of creative activities including acting, music, dance, set design, costume and make-up. This is a popular activity participants work on daily, all leading up to the "the big show."

Arts & crafts
Our Arts and Crafts program includes activities for all ages. Traditional camp crafts are offered such as lanyards and friendship bracelets. In addition, our experienced staff tries to incorporate natural materials in projects, as well as challenging activities such as ceramics, woodworking and tie dying. All activities offer a daily opportunity for creative expression.

Campers in Training (CIT) program
As our campers grow and develop summer after summer, we have found that our teenagers are ready from more out of their camp experience. Our CIT program provides an opportunity to go above and beyond the regular camp activities to explore and develop leadership qualities. Participants must be at least 15 years of age, or entering the 10th grade. Meetings take place at night and explore such topics as self-esteem, responsibility, diversity, and leadership styles.

CIT's participate in a whitewater rafting trip, a special backpack overnight trip, help plan evening activities and mentor our youngest campers.

Science, Discovery, and Fun
Basic scientific exploration and experiments.

Newspaper
Newspaper is the the perfect activity for a budding journalist, curious reporter or creative writer. The camp newspaper is typically more hilarious than informative and is posted daily in the center of camp.

Snow Mountain Camp Radio
New to camp in 2007, Snow Mountain Camp Radio allows campers to create and perform their own radio program. Campers have their choice of format including music or talk radio. It is common to learn about daily horoscopes, celebrity gossip, and listen to Top 40 songs on Snow Mountain Camp's very own station. The station is broadcast on radios located outside of the studio in order for other campers to hear.

Guitar
Watching our counselors play guitar each night at campfire always inspires campers to want to play themselves. Our Guitar class provides instruction and equipment for all levels of ability.