We are so excited to have you as our guest at The Oaks and Orchard Hill!

With your trip right around the corner, here are some frequently asked questions that we thought might help with your planning!

I’m getting ready to come, what should I bring?

We are located approximately 20 minutes from a main town, so please come prepared. We will provide towels, bed linens, snacks, an alarm clock, USB charging stations, and essential toiletries (soap, shampoo and conditioner). We highly recommend bringing a refillable water bottle or camel pack if you’re planning to do hiking!

Dress is casual. Some activities may take place outdoors. Please bring warm clothing during late fall, winter, and early spring months. We suggest layers due to variable temperatures inside and outside. Finally, the temperature can fluctuate as much as 40 degrees and really drop in the evenings. Please plan accordingly and dress in layers.

General Packing List

Heavy jacket or coat for fall and winter months

Light jacket for fall and spring months

Hat

Shorts (in modest length)

Blue jeans or casual pants

Shirts/blouses (short and long sleeved)

Comfortable shoes

Closed toe athletic shoes

Swimwear (Pool towels are available. Pool is not heated.)

All daily toiletries (i.e. toothbrush, deodorant, etc.)

Hair dryer and other styling tools

Watch

Prescription medication(s) in original labeled container from pharmacy*

*The Oaks does not have access to a pharmacy or doctor. Bring enough prescription medications needed for your stay. If your medication requires refrigeration, please notify The Oaks prior to your arrival. There are no refrigerators in individual rooms.

I’m here! Now what can I expect?

Check-in

When you arrive at The Oaks, your team will have a check in table set up at the top of the hill in our living room near the roundabout. After unloading and parking, we’ll bring you back up to check in, give you a lay of the land, and get your room key. Be ready to relax, rejuvenate, and appreciate time away! We’re excited to help make your time here one to remember!

When you arrive at Orchard Hill, you’ll pull up to the top by the big house. After unloading and getting you checked in, we will help guide you to your room and adjacent parking.

Housing

Your planning team has been working hard to put together your housing assignments! There’s not a bad room in the house, so no need to worry! Make sure you take the time to go out on any decks to take a peek at the beautiful views! The Oaks is a combination of private bed/baths and some rooms that share a bathroom. Orchard Hill is more hotel style, with all rooms having an en suite bathroom.

Rest assured, your rooms will be all clean and ready to go when you get here, including comfortable bedding and cozy bedrooms. Room set-ups range from twin to king beds. At the end of your time, there’s no need to strip your beds. We’ll take care of that for you! Bathrooms are stocked with soap, shampoo and conditioner. We recommend bringing your own hair dryer. You’ll have your own towels provided as well, just like a hotel! We do not offer housekeeping services to individual rooms during your stay.

There are no televisions or telephones in the room at The Oaks. If you don’t have access to a cell phone, there is a phone available for emergency use.

Smoking, burning candles, burning incense, smudging, etc. is prohibited. Please return room keys upon departure.

Bring on the fun!

Along with any plans your group coordinators have put together for your stay, we have a variety of leisure activities you are welcome to participate in on your own time!

Both properties boast beautiful views, fire pits to sit around at night, multiple hiking options, and comfortable common spaces for easy conversations.

The Oaks has various outdoor recreation as well, including a pool, basketball, sand volleyball, pickleball, and frisbee golf.

Orchard Hill also boasts a beautiful living room with bar that’s open in the evenings.

Nearby attractions

Orchard Hill is in the quaint town of Julian, famous for their apple pie. You’ll find lots of cute, little shops on their downtown main street.

The Oaks sits among a variety of wineries and is a short drive to Julian.

Both properties have lots of beautiful hiking and outdoor spaces to enjoy.

What are the general guidelines?

To promote our primary goal of creating a safe place for your group, we have created these guidelines. These help to ensure quality care and consistency at The Oaks. Please read carefully. Should you have any questions, please contact us.

Attendees are permitted to leave The Oaks at any time, however, the gate will close at 10pm and reopen at 7am, daily. Please let staff know if you plan on leaving or returning when the gate is closed. The gate will allow you to exit from camp, but you will need to notify us to reenter.

The Oaks sits on 240 acres. Property boundaries are not clearly marked so we ask that you review the property map and require you to stay on our property.

In case of an emergency, contact a staff member. Firearms and weapons are prohibited on property. For your safety, we recommend that you gather in groups of three or more when hiking and use caution on rocks and near areas where there may be poison oak, or occasional snacks during hot seasons.

The Oaks is not responsible for lost or stolen property. Please report any property damage to a staff member. Any willful damage of property will be the financial responsibility of the participant.

Medical Needs

The Oaks cannot provide direct medical assistance. If you need to see a doctor, the on-call staff member will be able to help you access medical assistance.

Exercise

Physical activities are optional. Please be gentle with yourself. If you are experiencing any discomfort or ailment, please notify staff as soon as possible. For walking/running, we suggest participants go in groups of two or more.

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