All Church Family Camp!
Join West Hills for our annual tradition of attending Independence Day Family Camp at Cascades Camp and Conference Center! While it is called "Family" Camp, it is not dependent on one's marital status or having kids - it’s open to all of our church family!
Here’s all the info you need to know to get registered and have a great time!
The Lake at Cascades Camp & Conference Center
HOW TO REGISTER
CLICK HERE to register for Independence Day Family Camp! For those who haven’t registered for camp, here is a helpful step-by-step tutorial:
Click “Registration” for Independence Day Family Camp.
Click “Registration” (below Ready to Join the Adventure?)
If it’s your first time attending camp, create an account using the New User Sign-up field.
Click “Start Application” under Family Camps & Retreats
Read Instructions, click “Continue”
Register EACH person in your family attending camp (starting with an adult):
Select the person, then fill in date of birth, gender & age range
Add parent or child(ren), fill out the info, then click “Continue” once all members have been added
Read the instructions carefully under step 2: Select Sessions (it can be a little confusing)
Select “Independence Day Family Camp” under Family Camps and click “Add to cart”.
For the first adult in your group (under Independence Day Lodging) select your lodging option. West Hills is staying at Liberty Ridge, so select “Dry Site” or “RV Site” (tents can be on either site; however, RV sites have water/power).
Under Independence Day Program & Meals, select either All Meals, Dinners, or Sunday BBQ Only.
For all other members of your party, add “Independence Day Family Camp” to your cart, then choose “Shared Lodging” under Independence Day Lodging. Select your meal option, then click “add to cart”.
Once every person’s preferences in your party have been added to your cart, click “Continue”
Under Step 3: Fill Out Forms: fill out all necessary forms for every person in your party (Household and Medical forms).
Complete the remaining registration steps.
After registering with Cascades Camp & Conference Center, you will receive an email from them. Please respond back to Cascades Camp, letting them know you are camping with West Hills Covenant Church so we can be placed together on Liberty Ridge.
Please request the upper lot of Liberty Ridge by the RVs, otherwise you’ll be a little bit away from the group.
FAQ
WHAT ARE THE DATES?
July 3 - 7, 2023
WHAT'S GOING ON THIS YEAR?
This year’s family camp speakers have not yet been announced. In the past, the speakers featured a family-friendly entertainer in the morning and a speaker in the evening.
WHAT ACTIVITIES ARE THERE?
There are all sorts of activities for adults and kids. Some include: swimming, boating, horseback riding, zip lines, rock climbing, and more. Most activities are included in your program fee, but a few (such as paintball) require an additional fee.
Visit www.cascades.org for more info.
DO I HAVE TO CAMP?
No. The majority of WHCC folks camp together and that's where all of the action is; however, you can stay in a cabin or the lodge with A/C, electricity, and bathrooms.
DO I HAVE TO GO FOR ALL THE NIGHTS?
Many people only go for 3 nights, skipping the first night. You are welcome to decide how long you want to stay. Regardless, the price remains the same.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
Lakeside, Madrona, Log Cabins & Boxcar Cabins ($420)
R.V. Site ($140)
Dry Tent Site ($99)
Program + All Meals: Adults ($270)
Program + All Meals: Kids ($135)
Program + Dinners Only: Adults ($180)
Program + Dinners Only: Kids ($90)
Program + Sunday BBQ Only: Adults ($105)
Program + Sunday BBQ Only: Kids ($45)
CAN I GO FOR THE DAY?
In the past, day visits were allowed, but COVID-19 restrictions last year did not allow single day visits. Contact Cascades Camp to see if this is an option for this year.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
- You should bring what you would bring if you were going tent camping (if staying at Liberty Ridge). If you're staying in a lodge/cabin, check out this packing list. Don’t let lack of equipment or experience in camping be an issue. Many families are life-long campers and have equipment to loan. Also, there is help in actually setting up and using the equipment at camp.
- Be sure to check the weather before you go, as it can vary greatly. It will cool off at night, so be sure to bring something for cooler weather.
- Bring bikes! It is a 1,000 acre campground and many of the people bike to get around. It’s a great place to teach children how to ride a bike as well.
- Bring money, as you may want to purchase coffee from the espresso bar, extra activities, treats, or something from the gift store.
DO NOT BRING → firearms, fireworks/crackers, any open flame, or alcohol.
IS THERE ELECTRICITY AT LIBERTY RIDGE?
Only the RV sites have electricity.
WHAT'S THE RESTROOM SITUATION?
There are bathrooms and showers with electricity for those who are staying in tents to use. If you stay in a lodge/cabin, the options vary whether the bathroom is private or shared.
IS THERE A MAP OF CASCADES CAMP?
Yep! Click here to download a pdf map.
WHERE DO I PARK?
There is parking throughout the camp. There is central parking at the main complex of the camp (Nisqually). You’re encouraged to leave your car in the parking lot and bike/walk everywhere; however, if you need to drive you may do so. Just remember to drive slowly. Cabin, RV and Tent campers can park at or near their campsite. Lodges have small parking lots.
IS THERE COFFEE?
Yes, there is an espresso bar.
For all other questions, contact Cascades Camp Registrar Anna Carlson by email (annacarlson@cascadescamp.org) or phone at (360) 894-3838.