29th HOLLYBERRY BENEFIT
Camp Fire is gearing up for the 29th Anniversary of our annual Hollyberry fundraising event and reaching out to local businesses and individuals for your support through tickets sales and donations. Hollyberry is a fabulous evening of fun and festivities, featuring a Silent Auction, barbecue dinner, a Live Auction which includes delicious home-made desserts, special family adventure packages and more. Your donation to our auction supports local youth and is a great way to showcase your business among our bidders.
This year’s theme is “Lighting the Way for Every Child’s Spark.” For more than 90 years, Camp Fire Central Coast has been helping local children and teens discover their strengths, build confidence, develop leadership skills, and find their own spark. They are able to lift their voice, and shape their world through outdoor learning, creativity, leadership development and community service opportunities.
Here are a few ways you might consider partnering with us for this year’s event:
▪ In-kind Donation of auction item. [Examples: gift baskets, home décor, personal care items, artwork…]
▪ In-kind Donation of gift certificate. [Examples: restaurant, massage, golf, wine tasting, entertainment…]
▪ Table Sponsorship. [$500 includes dinner for eight. We would place an enlarged copy of your business card on the table and set out your promotional items available for guests.]
▪ Ticket Purchase. [Tickets to the event are $100 each which includes dinner for two and one reverse drawing entry. Half-tickets and dinner-only tickets are also available.] Please contact Susan Fitch at campfireccoc@gmail.com
Contributions to Camp Fire Central Coast are tax-deductible as applicable. Camp Fire’s Tax ID is #95-1661096. Thank you in advance for your support of Camp Fire Central Coast, as together we help young people find their Spark and Light the Fire Within!
HALLOWEEN BINGO COSTUME PARTY
🎃👻 Halloween Bingo Costume Party! 👻🎃
Join us for a spooktacular evening of Halloween Bingo, costumes, treats, and fun! Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume and bring your favorite Halloween treat to share. 🍬🧁
📅 October 25th
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
🎃 Costumes Encouraged!
🍪 Bring a Halloween treat to share
Come ready for some Halloween fun, friendly competition, and lots of laughs!
RSVP: Cheri
📧 campfirech@sbcglobal.net
📞 805-238-0819
ARROYO GRANDE HARVEST FESTIVAL
The Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival is a local favorite event that features everything from entertainment to food, scarecrow and baking contests, games for the kids, movie night and so much more! This family-friendly event highlights the best of Arroyo Grande and its neighboring communities.
Come out and visit our booth, play some games and have some fun.
Schedule & Events
Friday, September 25 (4:00 PM – 9:00 PM):
Food and craft vendors
Kids Dance & Pumpkin Decorating Party at Heritage Square Park (5:00 PM)
Opening Ceremony at Centennial Park (6:00 PM)
Free Movie in the Park (8:00 PM)
Saturday, September 26 (All Day):
Harvest Parade starts at Traffic Way and Branch Street (10:00 AM)
Ping Pong Ball Drop at Heritage Square Park (12:00 PM)
Diaper Derby (12:00 PM)
Crowd-favorite Wiener Dog Races
Scarecrow, baking, and growing contests
Live music, entertainment, and local vendors
Admission is free for attendees.
Come enjoy this 2-day event and savor in the small-town love and community spirit that only the Harvest Festival can provide!
SAVE THE DATES: CAMP TACANNEKO 2026
Camp Tacanneko is an outdoor day camp hosted in mid-June & July each year at Camp Arroyo Grande, located just behind the Village of Arroyo Grande. The camp features open space, outdoor recreational activities, pool time, arts, crafts, music, and more.
Our team is working on making this year’s Camp Tacanneko weeks to remember for our youth! It’s a special camp where kids will enjoy arts & crafts, camp fire songs, pool time, try-ads (including archery, baking, gardening, lanyards, and more!). Our camp also offers leadership opportunities for our junior high and high school students through Counselor In Training (CIT) and Leaders In Training (LID) programming, with reportable service hours.
CAMP FIRE ANNUAL MEETING
SAVE THE DATE
Camp Fire Central Coast Annual Meeting
March 26
Invitations with further details will be mailed soon.
CHABOT SPACE CENTER SLEEPOVER
Chabot Space and Science Center Cosmic Camp-In Overnight Saturday March 21- Sunday March 22, 2026, Adventure begins at 6:00pm on Saturday and ends at 9:00am on Sunday. 10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland CA
Education program, an astronomy workshop, live tour of the constellations of the night sky, exhibit exploration, planetarium shows, scavenger hunt and so much more. 14884.blackbaudhosting.com/14884/PENDING-SC--Cosmic-Camp-In-Mixed-Level-Scouts-21Mar
2026 Ticket Information
● Price: $110 per person (includes 1 badge, dinner and breakfast)
● Payment: Online ticketing is available for those paying by credit card.
● Group Coordination: Use the designated field to enter your group name (CAMPFIRE) number to ensure your group stays together. City: Arroyo Grande
● Entry Requirement: Tickets with barcodes must be printed or displayed digitally at check-in.
● Availability: Online ticket sales close 10 days before the event or when sold out. Rescheduling & Cancellation Policy ● No refunds are available for online tickets.
● If you need to reschedule, please email us at Overnights@chabotspace.org at least 3 weeks before the event date. Important Pre-Event Requirements All attendees must complete a Consent Form at least 10 days before the event. Here’s everything you’ll need before your visit:
● Consent Form
For more information of if you have questions call: Cheri Hess, Program Director, 805-235-0819 or campfirech@sbcglobal.net Once you have registered, please email me who will be attending.
Thank you
ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE KID DAY
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® is Camp Fire's feel-good national holiday founded in 1997 and celebrated every third Thursday in March. This year, #KidDay falls on March 19, 2026, coinciding with our 116th birthday! We're thrilled to celebrate our amazing “Kids” this day and every day.
#KidDay
ENCHILADAS ARE BACK!!
Save the Date — Enchilada Sales Are Back! 🌯🔥
Our popular Camp Fire enchilada fundraiser is returning, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Camp Fire youth will be reaching out by phone with details, and pick-up day is March 15th.
We look forward to your support and to another delicious way to support Camp Fire Central Coast youth programs. Stay tuned for more details!
SALUTE TO VETERANS WORKSHOP
Camp Fire’s Salute to Veterans Valentine Workshop brings youth and senior volunteers together for a meaningful, hands-on service project honoring those who have served our country. Camp Fire Central Coast youth members will be working alongside senior volunteers at the Arroyo Grande Care Center as participants create heartfelt Valentine cards for our veterans. Through creativity and shared service, youth learn the importance of gratitude, connection, and community while delivering messages of appreciation to those who have given so much. Join us, RSVP: Sarah Collins 805-440-9822 or email sarahmccray@gmail.com.
CAMP FIRE CANDY SALES
The Camp Fire Candy Sale has begun!
Treat yourself while supporting a great cause. This year’s candy sale features delicious chocolates from our partner Puyallup Chocolates, a premium chocolate company founded by the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Both Camp Fire and the Puyallup Tribe share a strong belief in the power and potential of young people—and we love the beautiful new packaging!
Each bag is $10 and includes one of these favorites:
• Dark Chocolate Mint Stacks
• Dark Chocolate Almonds
• Milk Chocolate–Covered Grahams
Your purchase helps support Camp Fire Central Coast programs that build confidence, leadership, and connection for local youth. Together, we’re creating opportunities for young people to thrive.
To Order email,
Cheri Hess at campfirech@sbcglobal.net
or
Sarah Collins at sarahjmccray@gmail.com
HOLLYBERRY BENEFIT 2025
Camp Fire is gearing up for the 28th Anniversary of our annual Hollyberry fundraising event and reaching out to local businesses and individuals for your support through tickets sales and donations. Hollyberry is a fabulous evening of fun and festivities, featuring a Silent Auction, barbecue dinner, a Live Auction which includes delicious home-made desserts, special family adventure packages and more. Your donation to our auction supports local youth and is a great way to showcase your business among our bidders.
For more than 80 years, Camp Fire Central Coast has helped local youth find their sparks, lift their voice, and shape their world through outdoor learning, creativity, leadership development and community service opportunities.
Here are a few ways you might consider partnering with us for this year’s event:
▪ In-kind Donation of auction item. [Examples: gift baskets, home décor, personal care items, artwork…]
▪ In-kind Donation of gift certificate. [Examples: restaurant, massage, golf, wine tasting, entertainment…]
▪ Table Sponsorship. [$500 includes dinner for eight. We would place an enlarged copy of your business card on the table and set out your promotional items available for guests.]
▪ Event Sponsorship. [$1,000 includes dinner for eight. We would display your banner at the event and set out your promotional items available for guests.]
▪ Ticket Purchase. [Tickets to the event are $100 each which includes dinner for two and one reverse drawing entry. Half-tickets and dinner-only tickets are also available.] Please contact Cindy Blankenburg @ Cindy@cindyblankenburg.com
Contributions to Camp Fire Central Coast are tax-deductible as applicable. Camp Fire’s Tax ID is #95-1661096. Thank you in advance for your support of Camp Fire Central Coast, as together we help young people find their Spark and Light the Fire Within!
Cindy Blankenburg,
Committee Chair
And Hollyberry Committee Team
CAMP FIRE HALLOWEEN BINGO
October 12th from 6-8. Lots of fun and prizes. Please RSVP how many will be attending to Cheri Hess at campfirech@sbcglobal.net. Open to the whole family. Let’s earn some prizes and emblems!
ARROYO GRANDE HARVEST FESTIVAL
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR
SEPTEMBER 26 & 27, 2025!
The Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival is a local favorite event that features everything from an amazing parade to entertainment to food, scarecrow and baking contests, games for the kids, movie night and so much more! This family-friendly event highlights the best of Arroyo Grande and its neighboring communities.
Come out and find our CAMP FIRE BOOTH…Lots of fun games and treats.
Come enjoy this 2-day event and savor in the small-town love and community spirit that only the Harvest Festival can provide!
CAMP FIRE CENTRAL COAST REUNION
YOU’RE INVITED
ALL MEMBERS & ALUMNI: YOU’RE INVITED
Join us for a special gathering to celebrate our Camp Fire community! This event is open to all current members and alumni. Come reconnect, share memories, and enjoy an afternoon filled with favorite memories, photos of times past and refreshments.
Hosts: Cindy Blankenburg & Daphne Boatright
Date: September 6th, 2025
Time: 3:00~7:00
Location: 2138 Ferndale Rd., Arroyo Grande
For more information call: Cindy at 805-710-3794
We look forward to seeing you there!
CAMP TACANNEKO 2025
This our 59th year having fun at Camp Tacanneko
Camp Tacanneko is a week-long traditional day camp experience for girls and boys leaving K-11th grade. Campers participate in music, arts-n-crafts, swimming, try-ads and starflight level. Space is Limited and campers may be placed on a wait list. If placed on a wait list, you will be notified.
2024 Annual Hollyberry "Boots & Bling" Benefit
Camp Fire is gearing up for the 27th Anniversary of our annual Hollyberry fundraising event and reaching out to local businesses and individuals for your support through tickets sales and donations. Hollyberry is a fabulous evening of fun and festivities, featuring a Silent Auction, barbecue dinner, a Live Auction which includes delicious home-made desserts, special family adventure packages and more. Your donation to our auction supports local youth and is a great way to showcase your business among our bidders.
For more than 80 years, Camp Fire Central Coast has helped local youth find their sparks, lift their voice, and shape their world through outdoor learning, creativity, leadership development and community service opportunities.
Here are a few ways you might consider partnering with us for this year’s event:
▪ In-kind Donation of auction item. [Examples: gift baskets, home décor, personal care items, artwork…]
▪ In-kind Donation of gift certificate. [Examples: restaurant, massage, golf, wine tasting, entertainment…]
▪ Table Sponsorship. [$500 includes dinner for eight. We would place an enlarged copy of your business card on the table and set out your promotional items available for guests.]
▪ Event Sponsorship. [$1,000 includes dinner for eight. We would display your banner at the event and set out your promotional items available for guests.]
▪ Ticket Purchase. [Tickets to the event are $100 each which includes dinner for two and one reverse drawing entry. Half-tickets and dinner-only tickets are also available.] Please contact Cindy Blankenburg @ Cindy@cindyblankenburg.com
Contributions to Camp Fire Central Coast are tax-deductible as applicable. Camp Fire’s Tax ID is #95-1661096. Thank you in advance for your support of Camp Fire Central Coast, as together we help young people find their Spark and Light the Fire Within!
Cindy Blankenburg,
Committee Chair
And Hollyberry Committee Team
85TH ARROYO GRANDE HARVEST PARADE
Come out and join CAMP FIRE CENTRAL COAST at the 84th annual Arroyo Grande Valley Harvest Festival Parade. The fun will begin at 10:00am on Saturday, September 28, 2024.
CAMP FIRE KICK OFF CELEBRATION
Come join the fun at Chumash Park in Pismo Beach from 4-6. We will have lots of games, prizes and pizza. Bring your membership forms filled out and earn an emblem a prize. Everyone is welcome so bring a friend. Please RSVP to 805-801-7858.
CAMP TACANNEKO WEEK 2
This our 58th year having fun at Camp Tacanneko
Camp Tacanneko is a week-long traditional day camp experience for girls and boys leaving K-11th grade. Campers participate in music, arts-n-crafts, swimming, try-ads and starflight level. Space is Limited and campers may be placed on a wait list. If placed on a wait list you will be notified.
To Register: Fill out registration form below and health form. Return form with fees to address:
CAMP FIRE CENTRAL COAST, P.O. Box 1269, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421
Deadline: Week 2-July 22. Camper Parent Information Letters will be emailed out one week before camps.
Questions? Call Sarah McCray at 702-273-7374 or email sarahjmccray@gmail.com or checkout our website: www.campfirecentralcoast.org.
We look forward to seeing all our campers this year at Camp Arroyo Grande!
Week 2- August 5-9, 2024 Registration is still open.
CAMP TACANNEKO
This our 58th year having fun at Camp Tacanneko
Camp Tacanneko is a week-long traditional day camp experience for girls and boys leaving K-11th grade. Campers participate in music, arts-n-crafts, swimming, try-ads and starflight level. Space is Limited and campers may be placed on a wait list. If placed on a wait list you will be notified.
To Register: Fill out registration form below and health form. Return form with fees to address:
CAMP FIRE CENTRAL COAST, P.O. Box 1269, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421
Deadline, Week 1-May 21. Week 2-July 22. Camper Parent Information Letters will be emailed out one week before camps.
Questions? Call 805-235-0819 or email campfirech@sbcglobal.net or website: www.campfirecentralcoast.org
We look forward to seeing all our campers this year at Camp Arroyo Grande!
Week 1- June 10-14, 2024. Registration is closed. This week is full. Please continue if you'd like to add your name to our wait list
Week 2- August 5-9, 2024 Space is limited register now.
CAMP TACANNEKO REGISTRATION
Registration for Camp Tacanneko held on June 10-14th opens on Tuesday February 13th. If interested email Cheri Hess at her address below. Stay tuned. More information to come.
campfirech@sbcglobal.net
Camp Cielo at Camp Maddux
CAMP CIELO
April 26th to April 28th, 2024
WHO: Registered Camp Fire Members. Every Camp Fire group with adult supervision, (No Pets), children under 4 by Request only
WHAT: Camp Cielo weekend Camp Out at Camp Maddux, located across from Lopez Lake Drive in Arroyo Grande.
WHEN: Friday April 26: 3:00 PM until Sunday April 28th: 11:00 AM
PLEASE DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM HERE
REGISTRATION DUE APRIL 1st..
SCHEDULE:
Friday:
Arrive and set up Tent site- Dinner not included (on your own) BBQ areas available if needed. From 5:30
PM to 7:30 PM bring white T-shirt to prepare for tie-dye at the picnic table.
**** 6:30 PM-7:30 PM ALL CAMPER MEETING, SNACK AND CAMPFIRE
Saturday:
7:00 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM All campers morning hike
9:00 AM-12:00 PM- All camper activities
12:30 PM Lunch
1:30 PM Outdoor play or free time until afternoon snack.
6:30 PM Dinner followed by surprises, night hike, campfire, skits and smores
Sunday:
8:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM-10:00 AM Clean up camp site and all areas.
10:00 AM-11:00 AM- Awards, T-shirts and Closing Followed by departing home drive safely!
COSTS: include camping fees (tent site), food, craft activities Due by 4/1/24. Payable by cash or check (made out to Camp Fire) *after 4/5th additional charge of $10 per person.
$55.00 -Youth
$45.00 -Adults
$20.00-Registered Leader (one per club)
CRAFT: Please bring 1 white t-shirt or pillowcase for tie-dye. For best results items should be at least 50% cotton.
PACKING LIST:
Bring the following camp gear with you:
-TENT TOWEL BAG-CRAFTS SWEATSHIRT WATER BOTTLES
-SLEEPING BAG SHIRTS AIR MATTRESS TOILET ARTICLES SUNSCREEN
-2 BLANKETS PILLOW FLASHLIGHT MEDICATION/IF ANY WASH CLOTH
-UNDERWEAR SOCKS SHORTS, JEANS CAMERA (optional) HATS
-WARM PJ'S JACKET 2 DRINKING CUPS- 1 HOT, 1 COLD (NOT DISPOSABLE)
-SHOES (no sandals) DINNER FOR FRIDAY NIGHT CAMP FIRE T-SHIRT/SWEATSHIRT
-LEADERS: Have prepared a club skit performance for Saturday night's event.
This weekend will be packed full of fun for all levels of Camp Fire! It is a wonderful opportunity for leaders, parents and youths from all areas to have a refreshing outdoors experience! Leaders and parents, we will need your help! Everyone plans to attend and have a great time.
Note: No cell service at camp site
CAMP FIRE CENTAL COAST ANNUAL MEETING
Greetings Camp Fire Central Coast Members!
On behalf of the current Board of Directors of Camp Fire Central Coast of California, we look forward to seeing you all at our Annual Meeting. The meeting has been called on by the Camp Fire Central Coast Board of Directors and according to the Bylaws and California Corporations Code Section. The Annual Membership Meeting will be your opportunity as a due paying member to review business, hear updates, meet our board and team, as well as hear about upcoming Camp Fire Central Coast Council events and activities.
This notice is hereby given of the Annual Membership Meeting for Camp Fire Central Coast to be held Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 6 p.m. at the Office located at 1126 E. Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, 93420. Only Camp Fire Central Coast members who are in good standing will be allowed to vote and join the meeting. A brief roll call will be held at the beginning of the meeting.
At this meeting, we the membership will conduct the following business:
-Financial report for Camp Fire Central Coast Council for 2023
-Annual Review of Council Activities and past events hosted in 2023
-Upcoming Council events and activities slated for 2024.
We look forward to seeing you at the Camp Fire Central Coast Annual Meeting and are excited to share our progress and all the great activities our kids have been up to! If you have any questions, please contact board chairperson, Susan Hanson-Fitch, at shyanson@gmail.com.
Work-Health-Love to all our members and friends!
Heather Weare President, Camp Fire Central Coast of California
ABSOLUITELY INCREDIBLE KID DAY
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®
March 21, 2024
Absolutely Incredible #KidDay is a national holiday celebrated every third Thursday in March (March 21, 2024).
Every year, millions of people write/tell a young person in their life why they matter and what makes them amazing. We founded this holiday in 1997 to encourage and inspire young people nationwide.
Your words are powerful. Encourage a young person. Make an impact.
Interested in being a national partner or sponsor? Our National campaign has reached 109+ million people over the past five years. Email erin.risner@campfire.org.
24TH CAMP FIRE CENTRAL COAST HOLLYBERRY BENEFIT
Pismo Beach Veteren’s Hall
780 Bello St. in Pismo Beach
WIGGLE WAGGLE FALL FESTIVAL
Bring the whole family, including leashed and dog-friendly dogs, to Woods SLO at 875 Oklahoma Ave on October 28th, from 12-3 p.m. to enjoy this FREE fall-themed community pet celebration and a whole lot of HOWL-o-ween fun!