BWS Community El Capitan 2026
El Capitan is one of those weekends that just works. Once you are there, everything slows down in the best way. Laughter carries through the canyon, friendships deepen, and the usual pace of life quietly fades into the background.
This trip is designed to be easy, connected, and just structured enough that everyone can relax. There is always something happening, but never anything you have to do. You can join in, wander off, or simply sit and take it all in.
Days are filled with time outside, kids moving freely between cabins and activities, arts and crafts, games, and spontaneous moments that tend to become the ones everyone remembers. Evenings bring everyone back together for shared meals, campfires, karaoke, and time as a group.
It is a time where kids get to be kids in nature, not on devices. They run, explore, and create their own fun in a way that feels increasingly rare. They can play online games anytime. This weekend, they get to climb trees, build friendships, and be fully present with each other.
If you’ve been before, you know. If not, you’re about to.
Friday
Check in at the front desk (or via pre-check if you received a text). Early check-in may be available for a fee.
Once settled, hop on a shuttle and head up to the Upper Meadow.
Kick things off with pizza, canyon air, and everyone finally in the same place. An easy, happy start to the weekend.
Glow Table
Glowing necklaces, bracelets, and plenty of fun for everyone.
Karaoke
If it’s not in the library, we’ll find it.
S’mores
Bring your own or we’ll have them.
Shuttle runs until approximately 10:30 pm to get everyone back cozy.
Saturday
Advance purchase required.
Head up, meet the llamas, maybe feed them, and try not to fall in love.
Advance purchase required.
Amazing Kids Company bringing high-energy games, movement, and organized chaos.
Arts & Crafts, or grab a game — dominoes, chess, mahjong… whatever your pleasure.
Skits, rehearsal time if needed, community gathering time, or just doing your own thing. Very flexible this year.
Advance purchase required.
Skit performances by grade, followed by open mic, then a full-on dance party.
Quiet hours begin, but the shuttle keeps rolling until 10:30 pm — just enough time to make one last good decision or a slightly questionable one.
The Canyon Café market and regular menu are always available as well. Please plan ahead for wait times.
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Sunday
Slow start, coffee, canyon air, and a few last moments together.
Pack up, clean up, and leave everything just a little better than we found it.
Canyon Café
Advance purchase required.
Canyon Café
Advance purchase required.
Long House
Advance purchase required.
Additional items are avaialble at elledici.net
This is the core contribution that makes the weekend possible for everyone.
Reserve meals ahead of time for an easier and more seamless Canyon experience.
A few thoughtful additions that make camp feel more comfortable, fun, and complete.
Every contribution makes a difference and strengthens the experience for the whole community.
