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Long Beach, CA ~ Long Beach, CA - The City of Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) is excited to announce the upcoming California State Parks Outdoor Youth Connection Camp for teens ages 13 to 17. This free three-day, two-night training camp will take place from August 7th to 9th, 2026 at Castaic Lake.
The camp aims to use outdoor experiences to develop important skills in leadership, communication, self-esteem and team building for participating teens. Mayor Rex Richardson expressed his enthusiasm for the camp, stating that it is "an incredible opportunity for our teens to step into nature, discover new strengths and build confidence." He also emphasized the city's commitment to empowering young people through leadership, teamwork and time in nature.
The Outdoor Youth Connection Camp is a collaborative effort between PRM's Teen Center Program and various agencies across California. It offers a unique blend of engaging and fun leadership development activities along with an introduction to State Parks and outdoor recreation. The camp is designed to foster and build leadership development, confidence and dedication to the community. After completing the camp, Long Beach teens will have the tools and experiences necessary to organize a community service project and outdoor recreational activity.
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Applications for the camp are now available until Wednesday, July 22nd at all Teen Center locations on weekdays between noon and 6 p.m. Space is limited to 90 teens on a first-come, first-served basis. No prior leadership or camping experience is required for participation. The camp includes bus transportation, camping gear, meals and activities.
Parents of interested teens are encouraged to attend one of three orientation and information sessions held at different locations throughout Long Beach. These sessions will take place on July 7th at the Doris Topsy-Elvord Community Center at Houghton Park (6301 Myrtle Ave.), July 9th at the Cal Rec Community Center at McBride Park (1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.), and July 18th at the Cal Rec Community Center at McBride Park (1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.).
The City of Long Beach's participation in the Outdoor Youth Connection Camp is made possible by a portion of a $175,000 Outdoor Equity Grant, created through AB 209 and administered by the California State Parks Office of Grants and Local Services.
In addition to the Outdoor Youth Connection Camp, PRM offers a variety of engaging personal, social and recreational programs, activities and volunteer opportunities year-round for teens ages 13 to 18 at six Teen Center Program locations throughout Long Beach.
To learn more about PRM's full lineup of parks, facilities, programs and services available for the Long Beach community, visit LBParks.org.
The camp aims to use outdoor experiences to develop important skills in leadership, communication, self-esteem and team building for participating teens. Mayor Rex Richardson expressed his enthusiasm for the camp, stating that it is "an incredible opportunity for our teens to step into nature, discover new strengths and build confidence." He also emphasized the city's commitment to empowering young people through leadership, teamwork and time in nature.
The Outdoor Youth Connection Camp is a collaborative effort between PRM's Teen Center Program and various agencies across California. It offers a unique blend of engaging and fun leadership development activities along with an introduction to State Parks and outdoor recreation. The camp is designed to foster and build leadership development, confidence and dedication to the community. After completing the camp, Long Beach teens will have the tools and experiences necessary to organize a community service project and outdoor recreational activity.
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Applications for the camp are now available until Wednesday, July 22nd at all Teen Center locations on weekdays between noon and 6 p.m. Space is limited to 90 teens on a first-come, first-served basis. No prior leadership or camping experience is required for participation. The camp includes bus transportation, camping gear, meals and activities.
Parents of interested teens are encouraged to attend one of three orientation and information sessions held at different locations throughout Long Beach. These sessions will take place on July 7th at the Doris Topsy-Elvord Community Center at Houghton Park (6301 Myrtle Ave.), July 9th at the Cal Rec Community Center at McBride Park (1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.), and July 18th at the Cal Rec Community Center at McBride Park (1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.).
The City of Long Beach's participation in the Outdoor Youth Connection Camp is made possible by a portion of a $175,000 Outdoor Equity Grant, created through AB 209 and administered by the California State Parks Office of Grants and Local Services.
In addition to the Outdoor Youth Connection Camp, PRM offers a variety of engaging personal, social and recreational programs, activities and volunteer opportunities year-round for teens ages 13 to 18 at six Teen Center Program locations throughout Long Beach.
To learn more about PRM's full lineup of parks, facilities, programs and services available for the Long Beach community, visit LBParks.org.
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