Summer 2025 FAQs
Q: Are there any programmatic changes to Bruin Woods 2025?
Yes. Our program will now span six days, from Sunday through Saturday. This will allow us to provide necessary down time for our student counselors and staff, enhance staff training and enable more opportunity to implement improvements. Recognizing that many families may want to continue to enjoy a full week at Lake Arrowhead, we are delighted to offer an optional seventh day (Saturday night through Sunday) for families for an additional fee who wish to extend their stay. On this day, there will not be any scheduled programs available, but families can participate in activities on the property together, such as arts & crafts, bike rentals, tennis, basketball, pickleball, volleyball, and pool time with certified lifeguards will be available. On this day, children must be supervised by their parents or guardians at all times. We will also continue to provide a three-meal buffet and dining at the Bear & Grill for your enjoyment.
Shortened Week 10
We’re introducing a shorter program at the end of Week 9, replacing the full Week 10 with a special four-day experience from Saturday, August 23, to Tuesday, August 26.
This new offering, called “Taste of Bruin Woods,” is designed for those who want to experience the magic of Bruin Woods in a condensed format. An
eligible UC Affiliation is required.
Q: Will non-UCLA alumni be invited to Bruin Woods?
We anticipate filling Bruin Woods with UCLA Alumni. However, if space remains available in Weeks 9 or 10, we welcome eligible UC Affiliates to apply.
Q: Do I have to book or re-book for the entire six days or can I come for a shorter period?
Guests will be required to book for the entire six day program. The seventh day (Saturday night through Sunday) will be optional at an additional fee for those who wish to extend their stay.
Please note: For those seeking a shorter option, a four-day experience will be available during Week 10.
Q: Is the price all inclusive or do I have to pay to use the amenities of the property like the Arts & Crafts center or kayaking?
The price is all inclusive for the six days and includes adult, children and family programming and use of our 50-acre facility, including, tennis, pickleball, kayaking, pontoon cruising, swimming at the pool, volleyball and board games. It also includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Some additional activities, like arts & crafts, and dining at the Bear & Grill and the North Shore Tavern, will have supplemental charges. We also will have movies and other complimentary activities on certain scheduled days over the course of the summer.
Q: What type of summer activities will be available?
We are excited to offer adult, children and family programming and use of our 50-acre facility, including, tennis, pickleball, kayaking, pontoon cruising, water skiing, fishing, swimming at the pool, hiking, volleyball, board games and an array of sporting activities and outdoor games for families. Age restrictions may apply for certain activities.
Q: Will there be babysitting available this summer?
Families will be able to participate in group child care programs that will have corresponding hours with evening programming for older guests. Activities and facilities will also be available for all guests to participate in or use at their leisure.
External paid babysitting services are available locally.
Q: Will the Bear & Grill be open?
Yes. The Bear & Grill will be open. Hours will vary based on program activity and will resemble hours from previous Bruin Woods summers.
