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**6th Grade Camp Information**

Posted Date: 09/13/26 (10:32 AM)
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Dear 6th Grade Families,


Parent Volunteers Needed (Drop-Off & Pick-Up)

We need parent volunteers to assist with loading and unloading student luggage:


  • Monday, September 21 (Drop-Off): We need 3-5 volunteers from 7:45 AM to 8:45 AM to load luggage.


  • Friday, September 25 (Pick-Up): We need 3–5 volunteers from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM to unload luggage.


If you are available to volunteer, please use this link to sign up on SignUpGenius. 


Letter From Home:

You can write your camper a letter and send it here:

Cuyamaca Outdoor School

12561 HWY-79

Descanso, CA 91916

c/o Student Name, Valley Middle School

*Mail a letter this week to ensure it arrives in time for camp.*


If you don’t mail a letter, you may surprise your camper by placing a letter in their luggage.  


Expected Weather & Cabin Temperatures


  • Weather: We expect warm weather at camp, but evenings are cooler, so students should pack layers and a jacket.


  • Cabin Temperature & Facilities: Cabins do not have air conditioning, but they remain reasonably comfortable in warm weather because of their brick construction, shaded location, and fans in every room. All cabins have heat for cooler nights.


Packing List Highlights: Please pack all items into one suitcase or duffle bag, plus one bedroll/sleeping bag.


  • Required Clothing & Bedding: 

    • Lightweight sleeping bag (or sheets/blankets) and pillow

    • Heavy jacket  

    • Heavy sweatshirt 

    • 4 long-sleeved shirts

    • 4 T-shirts (or short-sleeved shirts) 

    • 4 pairs of long pants, 6–8 pairs of socks 

    • Underwear, pajamas 

    • 2 pairs of tennis or hiking shoes 

    • 2 bath towels and washcloths.


  • Essential Toiletries & Gear: Toothbrush, toothpaste, soap (in a plastic container), comb/brush, unscented lotion, sunscreen, chapstick, water bottle with a strap, and a hat or cap.


  • Prohibited Items: Do not send cell phones, smartwatches, electronic devices, candy/food/snacks, money, flashlights, or aerosol sprays. Cuyamaca Outdoor School is a fragrance-free and nut-free campus.


  • Note on Ball Donations: If you would like to donate balls (such as basketballs, soccer balls, or playground balls) for students to use during recreation time, please bring them to drop-off anytime prior to camp.



Thank you for your support in making this an unforgettable experience for our students!A student packing list for Cuyamaca Outdoor School, featuring instructions and required items categorized into bedding, clothing, equipment, and toiletries.