Tucked away in the mountains of Julian, CA, Raintree Ranch is the horseback riding sister camp to YMCA Camp Marston. Just a short 10-minute walk from Marston, campers enjoy a calm, cozy setting where they can bond with friends—and their horses—while still having access to Marston’s classic camp activities. It’s the perfect blend of horses and traditional overnight camp fun, especially for our young equestrians.
Our quaint ranch-style housing and western themed facilities are the perfect backdrop for an amazing summer experience for your camper. When the horses arrive in May, Raintree blossoms into the greatest horse camp ever!
= Traveling Camp
= Camper will swim
YMCA Overnight Camps combine the excitement kids love with the meaningful experiences parents value. At YMCA Raintree Ranch in Julian, CA, campers will experience a welcoming, horse-focused community dedicated to horseback riding. With 42 horses, multiple arenas and scenic trails, every rider—from beginner to advanced—finds the perfect place to learn and grow. Along the way, campers build confidence, friendships and memories that last a lifetime through classic camp traditions, laughter and leadership opportunities.
The Pegasus Teen Leadership Program at Raintree Ranch is designed to develop the next generation of camp leaders through progressive, hands-on experience. Open to high school campers, this three-stage program—Camper in Training (CIT), Leader in Training (LIT), and Camp Assistant (CA)—builds leadership, responsibility, and mentoring skills in a supportive camp environment. Participants learn to guide younger campers, assist staff, and gain real-world experience that prepares them for future volunteer and staff roles—all while staying connected to the heart of Raintree Ranch’s horseback tradition.
No matter what skill level your young equestrian is at, the Bolo Program will help them improve! This horsemanship achievement program helps guide our campers through a natural skill progression, learning the key lessons they need to succeed at more advanced levels of horseback riding.
Our campers have the opportunity to earn one bolo each week, with first-time campers starting at the Filly level and then moving up one bolo for each week they attend Raintree Ranch. If our campers are more advanced than their bolo level, it will not affect their riding time, as we separate campers into riding groups appropriate to their skill.
2315 Frisius Dr, Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-0642 | ymcasd.org/ecke
7885 Paseo Aliso, Carlsbad, CA 92009
760-942-9622 | ymcasd.org/ecke
2261 Cosmos Court Carlsbad, CA 92011
760-942-9622 | ymcasd.org/ecke
Our full-day camps will give your camper an unforgettable experience.
Drop off: 8:00am – 8:45am
Full-day camp hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Pick up: 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Extended Camp: 4:00pm – 5:30pm*
*Additional fee & registration required
[email protected] | 760-000-0000 ext. 1
For registration and general inquiries:
760-942-9622
Apply at ymcasd.org/access or pick up a confidential application at our front desk. We also accept third party payments from agencies such as CDA, CRS, KINSHIP and Cal-Works. To learn about or apply for state child care funding assistance, please visit childcaresandiego.com.
We take pride in hiring the best people to fill our camp staff. Each camp leader was hand selected through an extensive hiring process to ensure the safest environment for everyone.
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8:00-9:00am
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Drop-Off & Table Activities
9:00-9:30am
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Overview, Expectations, Ice Breakers
9:30-10:00
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Snack & Outdoor Activity
10:00-11:00
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Activity Rotation 1
11:00-12:00
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Activity Rotation 2
12:00-1:00
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Lunch & Outdoor Games
1:00-2:30pm
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Activity Rotation 3
2:30-3:00pm
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Spirit Stick
3:00-4:00pm
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Clean-up and Camp Pickup
*Times are subject to change
Most camps will spend two rotations focusing on their specialty activity. The additional two rotations that occur throughout the day are spent at our Activity Stations which include activities like arts and crafts, STEAM, songs, games and more!
A significant portion of the day is spent playing outside.
Please make sure you apply sunscreen to your kids before dropping them off.
The American Camp Association is the only nationwide organization that accredits children’s camps. The ACA Accreditation process is a commitment by camps to the highest standards of health, safety and program quality. Accreditation requirements include a focus on staff qualifications, training, supervision ratios and procedures, as well as operational management including safety regulations and emergency procedures and communications.
We offer financial assistance through our Access Scholarship Program to qualified applicants, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Apply at ymcasd.org/access or pick up a confidential application at our front desk. We also accept third party payments from agencies such as CDA, CRS, KINSHIP and Cal-Works. To learn about or apply for state child care funding assistance, please visit childcaresandiego.com.
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We offer financial assistance through our Access Scholarship Program to qualified applicants, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Apply at ymcasd.org/access or pick up a confidential application at our front desk. We also accept third party payments from agencies such as CDA, CRS, KINSHIP and Cal-Works. To learn about or apply for state child care funding assistance, please visit childcaresandiego.com.
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