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Roughing It Day Camp — Walnut Creek camp preview
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Roughing It Day Camp — Walnut Creek

Traditional outdoor day camp for ages 4-16 at Lafayette Reservoir with swimming, waterfront, hiking, and outdoor activities.

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Roughing It Day Camp is a traditional, outdoor summer camp for children ages 4 to 16 located at the Lafayette Reservoir in the San Francisco East Bay. Since 1972, Roughing It has been offering summer camps in an all-outdoors environment and serves many Orinda, Lamorinda, and Walnut Creek families. They provide many outdoor activities including swimming, waterfront activities, and programs designed for teens and younger campers. Bus stops serve San Francisco, East Bay, Contra Costa and Tri-Valley with year-round professional school bus drivers.

Activities & highlights

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