Once upon a time, in the sun-drenched, adventure-filled state of California, there lived a group of kids with a shared passion - tennis! Our tale begins in the midst of a whirling world of swinging rackets, soaring tennis balls, and youngsters in radiant tennis whites, their faces gleaming with determination. Now, meet our cool imaginary friend, Pogo, the Parrot. Pogo was not an ordinary bird; he wore neon sunglasses, sported a backwards cap, and incredibly, he could play tennis, using his mighty wings as rackets. This avian ace was the confidante and coach of this band of young tennis enthusiasts, known all around as "The California Racketeers." These kids were not your average Californians. They hailed from every corner of the state, from the grandeur of Golden Gate Bridge to the tranquil vineyards of Napa Valley, from the sparkling beaches of Malibu to the star-studded streets of Hollywood! Tennis united them, their rackets were their magic wands, and the tennis court was their battleground where they showcased their sportsmanship, teamwork, and resilience. Every day, under the watchful eye of Pogo, The California Racketeers would run, swing, and laugh. They would chase after tennis balls like hawks after prey, and smash them across the net with the force of a cannonball. Pogo, in his humorous style, would squawk and mimic them, making everyone erupt into guffaws. His famous line was, "Remember, the sun never sets on the tennis court!" Even while they trained under the warm Californian sun, these kids found joy, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging, all thanks to tennis, and of course, their feathery, funny friend, Pogo. Thus, the story of the California Racketeers, the coolest tennis troupe in the land, continued in the heart of the Golden State.
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For over 50 years, Frontier Camp has been dedicated to making disciples of Jesus by sharing God’s Word amidst the beauty of His creation. Since our founding in 1969, we’ve been licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services and are proudly accredited by the American Camping Association. We’re also a member of the Christian Camping and Conference Association. Our mission is to use Christian camping and outdoor recreation as a means to support local churches in fulfilling the Great Commission—evangelizing people of all ages and discipling believers toward deeper maturity in Christ. Frontier Camp offers a dual ministry: during the summer, we host a 10-week youth camp, and throughout the rest of the year, we serve as a retreat facility for churches and like-minded religious organizations. Whether through summer camps or retreats, our goal remains the same: to expose people to Christ and encourage their spiritual growth through His Word and by reflecting His character in everything we do. While we provide top-notch recreation and exciting programming, the heart of our camp is the spiritual impact, rooted in the truth of God’s inerrant Word.
Tom Sawyer Camps has been a beloved tradition in the Pasadena area since 1926. Every summer, campers ages 3-14 from all over the area get to experience carefree outdoor activities in a rustic setting in the Hahamongna Watershed Park. The camp day is split between scheduled activities such as swimming, horseback riding, archery, and rock wall climbing, and free time where campers can explore and create in the wilderness. During free time, campers can build forts, create dams in the mud river, and complete imaginative challenges. All of these experiences provide campers with an opportunity to get back to nature, just like Tom Sawyer and Becky Thatcher did in the classic literature.