The Shenandoah West Story
From a weekend retreat in the mountains by 29 men from the San Leandro Church of Christ in 1968 grew the inspiration for Shenandoah West. Those men were so impressed with how much they were able to grow spiritually in these surroundings that they purchased the beautiful 160 acres of historic ground in the Sierra foothills that is now called Shenandoah West.
Camp Description:
The Shenandoah West Camp's 160 acres are fully fenced. There is a main lodge which includes a meeting room, kitchen, four (4) bathrooms, and men's and women's dorms. The men's dorm can sleep 15 people (7 bunk beds and 1 single), the women's dorm can sleep 20 people (10 bunk beds). Each has a bathroom with two shower stalls. There are smoke alarms and fire extinguishers on the premises.
Outside the main lodge is a fenced, grassy yard area where small children can play with supervision. Elsewhere on the property, you will find:
- a pond
- a softball diamond
- a volleyball court (no net)
- numerous trails for hiking.
The cross on the hill makes a wonderful devotional setting. There is also an amphitheater with seating for large or small gatherings. Electrical hookups for eight (8) RV's are located just outside the main lodge. Tent camping is also an option for housing additional guests.
Camp Rental
Shenandoah West is an ideal setting for church retreats, youth events, even weddings! The facility is available to groups of all sizes. Contact Brian Sandine by telephone at 510-693-1169 or by email at brian@slcofc.org to inquire about reservations and availability. The User Info Packet provides the details of renting the camp.
Fee Schedule
Fees for the Shenandoah West camp facilities will be as follows:
2 nights
$325 (limit 20 people)
3 nights
$440 (limit 20 people)
4 or more nights
$425 plus $75.00 per night (limit 20 people)
For more than 20 people add
10.00 per day, per person
Reservation deposit
20% of total fee (non-refundable). Due with reservation. Reserves your dates until 30 days prior.
All fees must be received at least 30 days in advance of camp use. We need at least 30 days notice if you need to change your plans. Refunds will be honored if requested at least 30 days before your reservation date. (Fee schedule as of November 30,2013. Contact the church office to verify current information.)
Rules & Policies
SHENANDOAH WEST CAMP RULES & POLICIES OF OPERATION
- 1. Each group shall have a recognized adult group leader.
- This adult is responsible for any and all campers.
- Adequate adult supervision is required of any group.
- The group leader should review these rules with the entire group upon arrival.
- 2. Shenandoah West is subject to all Federal, State, and County laws.
- Fire Prevention & Safety
- - No open flames or camp fires.
- - Cook meals inside the lodge, or on Coleman or RV stoves.
- - No smoking.
- All motorized vehicles are restricted to parking areas. Vehicles are permitted on roads within the property during work days if authorized. Trails are for pedestrians. No motorbikes or four wheelers.
- County Health Department sets health standards.
- - Keep the kitchen free for the cook. Only authorized personnel are to be in the kitchen.
- - Kitchen area must be cleaned after each meal—including utensils, tables, and floors.
- - Showers and restrooms are to be cleaned and kept in sanitary condition. Please conserve water. Do not place anything except toilet paper in the toilet. We have a septic system.
- - Beds and mattresses in the sleeping dorms are not to be moved.
- - Adequate trash barrels are provided. Please don’t be a litterbug.
- - Fire extinguishers are for emergency use only. Any tampering or misuse will be considered vandalism.
- - Each group must remove all unused food from the premises.
- 3. The camp is prepared for each group in a manner consistent with the above standards. Each group using the camp is asked to maintain the above standards. The group leader is asked to make a final inspection of the camp using the “Good Steward’s Check List” before checking out.
- 4. Any property damage due to negligence or abuse shall be the responsibility of those using the camp facilities.
- 5. In the case of illness, accident, or injury, a simple first-aid kit is available in the lodge. Each group will benefit by taking the following precautions:
- Designate one person in your group who has had practical training to be responsible for first-aid.
- Use the buddy system.
- Warn campers of poison oak, snakes, and mountain lions. All of these are common in the foothills of the Sierras. We are invading their territory. They live here, we don’t.
- 6. No alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs are allowed on the premises.
- 7. No swimming in the pond.
Please note: Each group must furnish its own linens (sheets, bath towels, and kitchen towels) and paper products (toilet paper, paper towels, and garbage bags). Revised Feb., 2011
Directions
7600 Shenandoah Lane
Somerset, CA 95684
Start Early! The camp is much easier to find during the day than it is at night!
Download a printable page with directions.
