Work Weekend
What is Work Weekend?
We hold two work weekend events the weekends leading up to the beginning of the camp season. It is an overnight volunteer opportunity and chance to give back to camp! We prepare all camp villages for the summer season with the help of you all.
There is no cost to participate, it is completely voluntarily.
Most volunteer tasks will include light physical work such as raking, cleaning, and painting, and participants should be able to engage in these activities independently.
2026 Dates
Week 1: Memorial Day Weekend Friday, May 22nd – Monday, May 25th
Weekend 2:
Friday, May 29th – Sunday, May 31st
Location
49716 Highway 180, Miramonte, CA 93641
Housing Accomodation
We will be assigning housing to everyone that signs up! If you have a group of people that you would like to be housed with, please sign up together! *Please be advised you may
Food and Diet
We will be feeding all volunteers for both weekends! We will accommodate all dietary restrictions e.g. vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free. Please list them when registering, so we can fulfill all dietary needs.
Packing List
You will receive more information upon registration but expect to bring warm/extra set of clothes, a sleeping bag and toiletries! You should also bring a rake or broom as we may run out.
How to Participate!
Step 1: Register
Step 2: Sign mandatory waiver to attend
Step 3: Arrive to camp!!
When you arrive to camp…you will check in with our staff. You will receive a wristband and your housing accommodation!
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can volunteer?
This event is open to the public! You do not have to be affiliated with the YMCA or member of any club to participate.
- Can I volunteer if I am a teen?
Yes! You do not have to be 18+ to attend but minors do have to
be accompanied by an adult. - If I have younger kids, can I bring them?
Families with younger members are welcome to attend. However, we ask that you use your best judgment when bringing kids. This volunteer event will involve large moving vehicles, heavy equipment, debris, and active work areas, so the environment may not be suitable or safe for small children.
Do I have to participate during both weekends?
No, when filling the sign-up sheet, you will check the weekend you want to attend. But if you would like to attend both we more than welcome it!
- Do I have to stay overnight or the whole weekend?
No, you don’t have to! If you live in the area, you can go home
and drive back up for the next day. If you can only join us for
one day that is okay too!
Organization, Teacher, Student?
Interested in bringing a large group or students?
We have received volunteers looking to fulfill service requirements for scouting, church groups, or school programs in the past! If this is something you are wanting to do, please reach out via email at ymca@campsequoialake.org
Student Volunteer Credit?
We know there are many students that need to meet school requirements and plenty more that would like to build up their resumes. We would love to have you and help in the process. If you are interested, please sign up and if you have friends and family bring them along. *Note all participants under the age of 18 have to bring a parent, guardian, or adult.
Can't make it to either weekend?
For organizations looking to participate in community service events: If you cannot make it to either weekend but would like to bring a group of people to work on some projects please reach out to ymca@campsequoialake.org
We would love to connect and develop a project plan that aligns with your programs mission or goals.
