ABOUT US
The History of Camp Harmon
Camp Harmon is located in Boulder Creek, California, amidst the beautiful redwood forest of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Easterseals Central California has owned and operated Camp Harmon since 1964, when two sisters from a pioneer logging family, Jessie and Mignon Harmon, charitably sold the land to Easterseals for $1. Camp Harmon continues to be a magical place, offering camping opportunities to hundreds of people living with disabilities, thanks to the donations of many generous supporters.
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Our Mission
Easterseals Central California provides exceptional services, education, outreach, and advocacy so that people living with autism and other disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities.
Our Commitment
We embrace a diverse and inclusive culture. We are committed to making sure our leaders, staff, volunteers and partnerships are as diverse as the communities we serve. Easterseals Central California, in action and advocacy, prioritizes equity, respect and belonging.
2024 marks the 60th anniversary of providing outdoor recreational camp experiences too campers of all age and abilities.
Summer Camp Sessions
Camp Harmon serves campers ages 8 to 65. Each session is designed for a specific age group and for individuals living with developmental and/or physical disabilities. The camper-to-counselor ratio for Camp Harmon is 3 campers per 1 counselor, and campers live in cabin groups that typically consist of six campers and two staff.
Facilities and Features
Easterseals Camp Harmon features a combined lodge and dining hall, an on-site health center, 14 heated cabins, an arts-and-crafts center, accessible swimming pool, a golf putting green, an athletic field, gardening areas, and an animal farm. Campers choose from a wide variety of activities including swimming, arts and crafts, horse-drawn wagon rides, archery, hiking, sports and games.
Accessible Campgrounds
Our campgrounds are fully accessible. This means extra measures have been taken so that all campers and guests can access and participate; especially those who use a wheelchair or walker devices.
Premier Staff
Our camp staff are top-notch! Experts in their area of expertise; whether guiding tours, facilitating a group adventure activity, leading a sing-along around the campfire, or firing ceramics in the kiln.
Nutritious Meals
Our kitchen staff are well-versed in all the campers' favorite meals; and they love preparing specialty menus and dessert bars for our private rental guests.