2024 Annual Hollyberry "Boots & Bling" Benefit
Camp Fire is gearing up for the 27th Anniversary of our annual Hollyberry fundraising event and reaching out to local businesses and individuals for your support through tickets sales and donations. Hollyberry is a fabulous evening of fun and festivities, featuring a Silent Auction, barbecue dinner, a Live Auction which includes delicious home-made desserts, special family adventure packages and more. Your donation to our auction supports local youth and is a great way to showcase your business among our bidders.
For more than 80 years, Camp Fire Central Coast has helped local youth find their sparks, lift their voice, and shape their world through outdoor learning, creativity, leadership development and community service opportunities.
Here are a few ways you might consider partnering with us for this year’s event:
▪ In-kind Donation of auction item. [Examples: gift baskets, home décor, personal care items, artwork…]
▪ In-kind Donation of gift certificate. [Examples: restaurant, massage, golf, wine tasting, entertainment…]
▪ Table Sponsorship. [$500 includes dinner for eight. We would place an enlarged copy of your business card on the table and set out your promotional items available for guests.]
▪ Event Sponsorship. [$1,000 includes dinner for eight. We would display your banner at the event and set out your promotional items available for guests.]
▪ Ticket Purchase. [Tickets to the event are $100 each which includes dinner for two and one reverse drawing entry. Half-tickets and dinner-only tickets are also available.] Please contact Cindy Blankenburg @ Cindy@cindyblankenburg.com
Contributions to Camp Fire Central Coast are tax-deductible as applicable. Camp Fire’s Tax ID is #95-1661096. Thank you in advance for your support of Camp Fire Central Coast, as together we help young people find their Spark and Light the Fire Within!
Cindy Blankenburg,
Committee Chair
And Hollyberry Committee Team
85TH ARROYO GRANDE HARVEST PARADE
Come out and join CAMP FIRE CENTRAL COAST at the 84th annual Arroyo Grande Valley Harvest Festival Parade. The fun will begin at 10:00am on Saturday, September 28, 2024.
CAMP FIRE KICK OFF CELEBRATION
Come join the fun at Chumash Park in Pismo Beach from 4-6. We will have lots of games, prizes and pizza. Bring your membership forms filled out and earn an emblem a prize. Everyone is welcome so bring a friend. Please RSVP to 805-801-7858.
CAMP TACANNEKO WEEK 2
This our 58th year having fun at Camp Tacanneko
Camp Tacanneko is a week-long traditional day camp experience for girls and boys leaving K-11th grade. Campers participate in music, arts-n-crafts, swimming, try-ads and starflight level. Space is Limited and campers may be placed on a wait list. If placed on a wait list you will be notified.
To Register: Fill out registration form below and health form. Return form with fees to address:
CAMP FIRE CENTRAL COAST, P.O. Box 1269, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421
Deadline: Week 2-July 22. Camper Parent Information Letters will be emailed out one week before camps.
Questions? Call Sarah McCray at 702-273-7374 or email sarahjmccray@gmail.com or checkout our website: www.campfirecentralcoast.org.
We look forward to seeing all our campers this year at Camp Arroyo Grande!
Week 2- August 5-9, 2024 Registration is still open.
CAMP TACANNEKO
This our 58th year having fun at Camp Tacanneko
Camp Tacanneko is a week-long traditional day camp experience for girls and boys leaving K-11th grade. Campers participate in music, arts-n-crafts, swimming, try-ads and starflight level. Space is Limited and campers may be placed on a wait list. If placed on a wait list you will be notified.
To Register: Fill out registration form below and health form. Return form with fees to address:
CAMP FIRE CENTRAL COAST, P.O. Box 1269, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421
Deadline, Week 1-May 21. Week 2-July 22. Camper Parent Information Letters will be emailed out one week before camps.
Questions? Call 805-235-0819 or email campfirech@sbcglobal.net or website: www.campfirecentralcoast.org
We look forward to seeing all our campers this year at Camp Arroyo Grande!
Week 1- June 10-14, 2024. Registration is closed. This week is full. Please continue if you'd like to add your name to our wait list
Week 2- August 5-9, 2024 Space is limited register now.
CAMP TACANNEKO REGISTRATION
Registration for Camp Tacanneko held on June 10-14th opens on Tuesday February 13th. If interested email Cheri Hess at her address below. Stay tuned. More information to come.
campfirech@sbcglobal.net
Camp Cielo at Camp Maddux
CAMP CIELO
April 26th to April 28th, 2024
WHO: Registered Camp Fire Members. Every Camp Fire group with adult supervision, (No Pets), children under 4 by Request only
WHAT: Camp Cielo weekend Camp Out at Camp Maddux, located across from Lopez Lake Drive in Arroyo Grande.
WHEN: Friday April 26: 3:00 PM until Sunday April 28th: 11:00 AM
PLEASE DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM HERE
REGISTRATION DUE APRIL 1st..
SCHEDULE:
Friday:
Arrive and set up Tent site- Dinner not included (on your own) BBQ areas available if needed. From 5:30
PM to 7:30 PM bring white T-shirt to prepare for tie-dye at the picnic table.
**** 6:30 PM-7:30 PM ALL CAMPER MEETING, SNACK AND CAMPFIRE
Saturday:
7:00 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM All campers morning hike
9:00 AM-12:00 PM- All camper activities
12:30 PM Lunch
1:30 PM Outdoor play or free time until afternoon snack.
6:30 PM Dinner followed by surprises, night hike, campfire, skits and smores
Sunday:
8:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM-10:00 AM Clean up camp site and all areas.
10:00 AM-11:00 AM- Awards, T-shirts and Closing Followed by departing home drive safely!
COSTS: include camping fees (tent site), food, craft activities Due by 4/1/24. Payable by cash or check (made out to Camp Fire) *after 4/5th additional charge of $10 per person.
$55.00 -Youth
$45.00 -Adults
$20.00-Registered Leader (one per club)
CRAFT: Please bring 1 white t-shirt or pillowcase for tie-dye. For best results items should be at least 50% cotton.
PACKING LIST:
Bring the following camp gear with you:
-TENT TOWEL BAG-CRAFTS SWEATSHIRT WATER BOTTLES
-SLEEPING BAG SHIRTS AIR MATTRESS TOILET ARTICLES SUNSCREEN
-2 BLANKETS PILLOW FLASHLIGHT MEDICATION/IF ANY WASH CLOTH
-UNDERWEAR SOCKS SHORTS, JEANS CAMERA (optional) HATS
-WARM PJ'S JACKET 2 DRINKING CUPS- 1 HOT, 1 COLD (NOT DISPOSABLE)
-SHOES (no sandals) DINNER FOR FRIDAY NIGHT CAMP FIRE T-SHIRT/SWEATSHIRT
-LEADERS: Have prepared a club skit performance for Saturday night's event.
This weekend will be packed full of fun for all levels of Camp Fire! It is a wonderful opportunity for leaders, parents and youths from all areas to have a refreshing outdoors experience! Leaders and parents, we will need your help! Everyone plans to attend and have a great time.
Note: No cell service at camp site
CAMP FIRE CENTAL COAST ANNUAL MEETING
Greetings Camp Fire Central Coast Members!
On behalf of the current Board of Directors of Camp Fire Central Coast of California, we look forward to seeing you all at our Annual Meeting. The meeting has been called on by the Camp Fire Central Coast Board of Directors and according to the Bylaws and California Corporations Code Section. The Annual Membership Meeting will be your opportunity as a due paying member to review business, hear updates, meet our board and team, as well as hear about upcoming Camp Fire Central Coast Council events and activities.
This notice is hereby given of the Annual Membership Meeting for Camp Fire Central Coast to be held Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 6 p.m. at the Office located at 1126 E. Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, 93420. Only Camp Fire Central Coast members who are in good standing will be allowed to vote and join the meeting. A brief roll call will be held at the beginning of the meeting.
At this meeting, we the membership will conduct the following business:
-Financial report for Camp Fire Central Coast Council for 2023
-Annual Review of Council Activities and past events hosted in 2023
-Upcoming Council events and activities slated for 2024.
We look forward to seeing you at the Camp Fire Central Coast Annual Meeting and are excited to share our progress and all the great activities our kids have been up to! If you have any questions, please contact board chairperson, Susan Hanson-Fitch, at shyanson@gmail.com.
Work-Health-Love to all our members and friends!
Heather Weare President, Camp Fire Central Coast of California
ABSOLUITELY INCREDIBLE KID DAY
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®
March 21, 2024
Absolutely Incredible #KidDay is a national holiday celebrated every third Thursday in March (March 21, 2024).
Every year, millions of people write/tell a young person in their life why they matter and what makes them amazing. We founded this holiday in 1997 to encourage and inspire young people nationwide.
Your words are powerful. Encourage a young person. Make an impact.
Interested in being a national partner or sponsor? Our National campaign has reached 109+ million people over the past five years. Email erin.risner@campfire.org.
24TH CAMP FIRE CENTRAL COAST HOLLYBERRY BENEFIT
Pismo Beach Veteren’s Hall
780 Bello St. in Pismo Beach
WIGGLE WAGGLE FALL FESTIVAL
Bring the whole family, including leashed and dog-friendly dogs, to Woods SLO at 875 Oklahoma Ave on October 28th, from 12-3 p.m. to enjoy this FREE fall-themed community pet celebration and a whole lot of HOWL-o-ween fun!
Camp Fire Central Coast 2023-2024 Annual Kick Off!
Please RSVP by August 23, to Campfireccoc@gmail.com or call 805-801-7858. Can't wait to see you there!!
Camp Cielo
Camp Cielo weekend camp takes place near Lopez Lake is for Camp Fire members and their families. The weekend is packed full of fun and games for all levels of Camp Fire! It is a wonderful opportunity for leaders, parents, and youth from all areas to have a refreshing outdoor experience!
Camp Fire's KID N’ KIN
2023 Kid ‘N Kin Dinner: Luau Theme!
Let’s celebrate Camp Fire turning 113!
Sunday, April 23, 2023
1126 East Grand
Arroyo Grande
4:00-6:00 pm
*leaders set up at 3:00*
Background Information:
Kid ‘N Kin was traditionally the Camp Fire “Father Daughter Dinner”, but is now
a way for us to celebrate Camp Fire’s birthday and share Camp Fire with your family. Members are allowed to invite one special adult to attend as their guest. Don’t forget to dress to the theme and be ready to share your skit! We will also be recognizing our top candy sellers.
Members:
Please work with your leaders to create a potluck for your group only. Your group is responsible for providing dinner and a birthday cake or cupcakes to celebrate Camp Fire’s birthday! Please also remember to provide utensils, plates, and cups for your group.
RSVP: Please RSVP directly to Heather Weare via text (805) 264-3002 or email hweare@aol.com no later than April 20th!
Camp Fire Central Coast Annual Meeting
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 6 p.m
San Luis Obispo Library
995 Palm St, San Luis Obispo
On behalf of the current Board of Directors of Camp Fire Central Coast of California, we look forward to seeing you all at the Camp Fire Central Coast Annual Meeting, Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at 6 p.m at the San Luis Obispo Library, located at 995 Palm Street in San Luis Obispo.
All dues paying members of Camp Fire Central Coast of California may attend the meeting, and all members should have received this notice mailed to you, which included the annual meeting notice, agenda, as well as a slate of officers for the Board of Directors for the upcoming 2023-2025 year and a certified ballot.
Only Camp Fire Central Coast members who are in good standing will be allowed to join the meeting and a brief roll call will be held at the beginning of the meeting.
At this meeting, we the membership will conduct the following business:
-Financial report for Camp Fire Central Coast Council for 2022
-Annual Review of Council Activities and past events hosted in 2022
-Upcoming Council events and activities slated for 2023
We look forward to sharing with you a progress update and the great things our organization has accomplished this year!
Pismo Beach Clam Festival Parade
A community tradition since 1946, the 76th annual Pismo Beach Clam Festival, attracts generations of families and visitors from all around, who look forward to spending three days overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Pismo Beach.
This family-friendly event features the Clam Festival parade on Saturday morning at 10am. Join us on Price Street for the Under the Sea-themed parade this year! Join Camp Fire as we march down the streets of Pismo Beach. More details about what to wear and decorations for our float will be coming soon!
The Clam Festival is a free event that includes live music, local vendors and food trucks, and a huge FREE Kids Zone that includes bounce houses and inflatables! Saturday morning Esteem Surf Shop will be hosting an awesome Surf Contest and you won’t want to miss the annual Clam Dig on Sunday for kids 11 and under.
Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival
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UPDATED DATE: Leaders Meeting
Welcoming leaders, co-leaders, and parents interested in learning more about becoming a leader at our next leader’s meeting, hosted at our new office: 1052 E. Grand Ave. Suite C in Arroyo Grande! This will be a great time to turn in your registration forms and get updated on events and happenings throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Leaders Meeting
Welcoming leaders, co-leaders, and parents interested in learning more about becoming a leader at our next leader’s meeting, hosted at our new office: 1052 E. Grand Ave. Suite C in Arroyo Grande! This will be a great time to turn in your registration forms and get updated on events and happenings throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Open House & Ribbon Cutting
Join us at our new office in Arroyo Grande, located at 1052 E. Grand Ave. Suite C! We are excited to have the South County Chamber of Commerce host the ribbon-cutting ceremony, and we will have light hor devours to celebrate! Please join us to kick off our new programming this fall!