Elves make camp magical

What is an Elf?

  • Elves bring life to our camps. They bring the energy, make connections to campers and ensure camp runs like clockwork.
  • They are more than counselors in training leading outdoor activities, songs and games. They are our secret sauce that makes camp so special.
  • The Elf program is a fun leadership experience. They learn teamwork, build communication skills and confidence that they carry forward into their lives. Elves also are wonderful role models for the campers.
  • Elves get to work in groups of two or three in camper or core program units as well as together for flag ceremonies, skits, training, etc…
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Who Can Become an Elf

  • Elves are girls in 7th through 12th grade at the time of registration.
  • New elves must have attended DDC once in the last 3 years.
  • If the elf applicant is too old to attend as a camper to gain that experience, DDC will consider other Girl Scout / leadership experience.
  • The number of Elves accepted each year is limited.
  • Elves applying with adult volunteers have priority in registration.

What does it take to be an Elf?

  • We need elves with all different skills and personalities. Not every elf has to be super extroverted. 
  • Being an elf takes commitment.
  • All Elves are required to attend and pass training. NO EXCEPTIONS.
  • Elves are required to perform 2 hours of approved service for Diablo Day Camp.  
  • Elves are expected to arrive at camp 30 minutes before the start time and stay up to 30 minutes afterwards, (same as adult volunteers).
  • Elves are also expected to attend their session’s planning meeting and attend the Set-Up Day for their session.
  • All Elves must be currently registered Girl Scouts.
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TWIN CANYON ELVES

Twin Canyon Elf Information Hub

Twin Canyon Elf training and service hours

Training PArt 1:

On-line content and test

Training PArt 2:

In person at Twin Canyon:
Sessions 1, 2, 3:
Sunday, April 13, 2025. New elves 10:30 am – 5:00 pm. Returning elves 11:30 am – 5:00 pm.
Sessions 5, 6, 7:
Saturday, May 3, 2025. New elves 10:30 am – 5:00 pm. Returning elves 11:30 am – 5:00 pm.

Training PArt 3:

Attend your Session-only meeting:
Session 1, Sunday, April 27, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Session 2, Sunday, April 27, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Session 3, Sunday, May 4, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Session 5, Sunday, June 8, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Session 6, Sunday, May 18, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Session 7, Saturday, June 14, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Attend your Session set-up:
Session 1, Sunday, June 8, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Session 2, Saturday, June 14, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Session 3, Sunday, June 22, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Session 5, Sunday, July 6, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Session 6, Sunday, July 13, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Session 7, Sunday, July 20, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Service Hours:

2nd – 4th year Elves are required to complete 2 hours of pre-approved service.
The greatest need for service is:
Twin Canyon Camp Opening:
Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm or 1:00 am – 3:00 pm
Twin Canyon Camp Closing:
Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
You will receive an email with a link to sign up for your preferred service date.
Contact the Elf Trainers for all service opportunities and other Elf related questions at: elf-team@diablodaycamp.org

LITTLE HILLS ELVES

Little Hills Elf Information Hub

Little Hills Elf training and service hours

Training PArt 1:

On-line content and test

Training PArt 2:

In-person at Bollinger Hills Cabana:
Returning ELVES: Sunday, March 23, 2025, from noon to 4:00 pm
NEW ELVES: Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Training PArt 3:

Session-only meeting:
Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Amador Rancho Community Center, Bella Vista Room.
Session set-up:
Sunday, June 22, 2025 from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm at Little Hills Ranch

SERVICE HOURS:

2nd – 4th year Elves are required to complete 2 hours of pre-approved service.
Options are:
Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 9:00 am – 11:00 am
You will receive an email with a link to sign up for your preferred service date.
Contact the Little Hill Directors for Little Hills Elf related questions at: SessionLH@diablodaycamp.org

What our elves say

“My fellow elf was absolutely amazing and I loved spending the week with her.”
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“The adults I worked with were very nice and welcoming.”
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“Both my leaders were super open and listened to feedback and ideas.”
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“My fellow elves were very friendly.”
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“My leader was understanding and had daughters who were elves, so she knew how it felt to be an elf.”
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“I felt very welcomed by all of the other elves and made lots of new friends.”
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“My unit leaders were great to work with and super nice.”
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“Other elves were all very kind and easy to talk to, as well as willing to help at a moment's notice.”
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“My leaders had solutions to problems, and were all super nice.”
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