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Guests have been seeking adventure at Camp Sylvester for over 80 years. Founded in 1927 by Stanislaus and San Joaquin County farmers, its first incarnation was as a “pitch your tent” camp for farm groups and youth clubs. Named after Henry Sylvester, a longtime 4-H Youth Advisor, the camp still plays home to 4-H and FFA summer camps every year.

Camp Sylvester History

In 1946, the Stanislaus County Farm Bureau took ownership for Camp Sylvester. Since then, the Bureau has maintained the grounds and hosted educational summer camps. The group has refurbished the camp’s 26 buildings and completed an all new 3,500 square foot dining hall and commercial kitchen after a devastating storm in December 2006.

Camp Sylvester Today

Today, Camp Sylvester is a non-profit charitable organization that provides educational and recreational camping facilities to 4-H clubs, FFA chapters, church groups, Girl and Boy Scout troops, non-profit organizations, and families.

Guest Resources

Free promotional flyers are currently being offered to groups and organizations holding reservations at Camp Sylvester. Flyers can be customized to describe any planned program or event. Contact Ken Peterson at (209) 968-5372 to place a free order for flyer production.

Sample Flyer Camp Sylvester Site Map