Our Story

Founded in 1950 by Rose Resnick, Enchanted Hills was the first camp on the West Coast designed specifically for blind children. It filled a vital need by creating a safe and empowering place for blind and low vision youth to explore, gain confidence, and thrive. 

Today, EHC is owned and operated by LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, retaining much of its historic charm while benefiting from continual improvements to accessibility, facilities, and programming. 

The Summer Camp Experience 

Summer camp at Enchanted Hills offers countless opportunities for growth, friendship, and adventure. Whether hiking a wooded trail, paddling across the lake, or performing a skit with friends, campers of all ages build lifelong memories, skills, and confidence in an environment that celebrates independence and connection. 

Each summer, EHC comes alive with a wide range of sessions designed for different ages, interests, and support needs. From young campers eager to explore the camp environment, to teens developing leadership skills, and adults deepening community connections or discovering new passions — there is something for everyone in our camp of programs. 

A Typical Day 

A typical day at camp begins as the sun peeks over the mountain with camp fun continuing all day until around 9:00 pm or 10:00 pm depending on the age group of the session. Days are full and active, with a mix of structured and unstructured activities throughout the day and all-camp activities in the evening that bring everyone together. 

Meals are served family-style at 8:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 6:00 pm, with a series of activities hosted by our area leaders.  These activities that the area leaders host change daily and are shared during the program announcements during mealtimes. Are main program areas we have at camp and some of the activities they host may include:  

• Aquatics – Swimming and water play in our lake or pool 

• Arts & Crafts – Hands-on creative projects using a wide variety of materials and techniques 

• Enrichment – Music, games, social activities, and special interest programs that change by session 

• Recreation – Adapted sports and group games such as Goalball, archery, basketball, and other outdoor games 

• Nature – Guided hikes, outdoor exploration, crafts, lessons, and the occasional drum circle, all designed to encourage connection to the each other and the camp community 

Each day balances activity, independence, and community, creating space for campers to try new things, build confidence, and end the day tired in the best possible way. 

Distinct Camp Sessions 

We offer several distinct camp sessions each contributing to the vibrant and evolving community that defines Enchanted Hills.  

Adult Camps:

• Adults with Additional Disabilities: A session for those who benefit from an easier pace or additional support.

• Adult Makers Camp: Featuring creative tracks in music, woodcraft, and cooking.

• Youth and Teen Camps: The cornerstone of the EHC summer experience, with dedicated weeks for youth, and two weeks for teens—the second week themed around a specific interest or hobby.

• Family Camp: Welcoming families with blind or low-vision youth or parents, families with Little Learners, and families of former staff hoping to share the magic of camp with the next generation.  Spring and Fall Family Camps provide an optional first step for youth interested in participating independently in future summers.

• Providers Weekend: A three-day retreat blending professional development, networking, and the joy of the camp experience for professionals who support blind and low-vision individuals.

• Specialty Sessions: Such as Transition and Leadership Academies, Music Academy, Horse Camp, National Woodworkers Gathering, Writers Retreats, and more)

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Beyond Summer 

When summer sessions end, the Enchanted Hills Napa (EHN) team transforms the space into a year-round retreat center, hosting corporate gatherings, weddings, conferences, and events for groups, families, fellow nonprofits and community organizations. These rentals help sustain and expand the programs that make EHC such a special place for the blindness and low vision community.
 

How You Can Help 

Enchanted Hills Camp thrives because of a generous and passionate community that believes in creating transformative experiences for blind and low-vision campers. If you love EHC and want to help keep the magic going, there are several meaningful ways to make a difference. 

Give to the Campership Campaign – Each summer, hundreds of campers attend EHC at no cost to them or their families—but the true cost of camp is significant. Through the Campership Campaign, your donation directly supports meals, staffing, adaptive equipment, counselor training, and the full cost of ensuring each camper has a life-changing experience at camp. Every contribution, large or small, helps us keep EHC accessible to all. https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gtehc/

Purchase an Item from Our Amazon Wish List – Looking for a tangible way to help? Our Amazon Wish List features items we know we need for the upcoming season—from sports equipment and art supplies to tools, adaptive recreation gear, and practical essentials. By purchasing directly from the list, you’re placing something useful into the hands of our campers and staff when they need it most. https://a.co/8CuFdFI

Help Spread the Word About Renting Enchanted Hills during the off season– When Enchanted Hills isn’t hosting camp programs, we make our beautiful Napa campus available for rentals, retreats, and events. These rentals help offset the cost of operating camp and allow us to keep our programs as affordable as possible for the community. If you know an organization, company, or group looking for a unique retreat location, please share information about renting EHC—or encourage them to reach out for a tour. Your referral makes a real difference. More information can be found here https://enchantedhillsnapa.org/.

For information, please email EHC@lighthouse-sf.org or call  (415) 992-7309.