NCNA. Camping
NCNA Bay Area · Labor Day Weekend 2026

Hiking, BBQ, s'mores, and arattai under the redwoods.

Dear Aachis & Annans — get ready for an unforgettable weekend at Mt. Madonna. Two nights, one community, and plenty of songs around the fire.

Registration opens Fri, July 31 · 8 PM PT
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The trip

A long weekend the whole family will remember.

This year's Labor Day adventure is packed with hiking through Valley View, a Saturday BBQ lunch, evening songs and arattai around the fire, and s'mores for the kids (and the rest of us). Friday dinner is served for overnight campers — no potluck needed.

Monday, September 7 is Labor Day — a perfect rest day after the trip.

How to join

Two ways to be there.

Option 1

Overnight campers

~$180  per family

Stay both nights, Friday through Sunday. Friday dinner is served — no potluck needed. Any extra funds are refunded after the event.

Option 2

Day campers

~$85  per family

Join us Saturday, September 5 morning for the hike, stay for BBQ lunch, and head home after dinner.

What's next

Mark your calendars — registration rolls out in two waves.

Spots are limited and confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. Watch your inbox on these dates and register as soon as your email arrives.

Wave 1 · Overnight campers
Friday, July 31, 2026 · 8:00 PM PT
Subject: 2026 NCNA Labor Day – Overnight Camping Registration
Wave 2 · Day campers
Friday, August 7, 2026 · 8:00 PM PT
Subject: 2026 NCNA Labor Day – Day Camping Registration

New to the Bay Area?

Know any new Nagarathar families in the area? Forward this to them and copy organizers@ncnacamping.org so we can include them. It's a wonderful way for newcomers to connect with the NCNA Bay Area community.

Good to know

The details we're still putting together.

We'll share the full guide closer to the trip. Here's what's on the way:

Packing list

Sleeping bags, layers for cool nights, sturdy shoes for the hike, sunscreen, and a headlamp.

Coming soon

What to bring

Chairs, camp mugs, flashlights, and a favorite song or two for the fire.

Coming soon

Kids' activities

Guided hikes, games at the meadow, s'mores, and plenty of tree-climbing.

Coming soon

Dietary notes for the BBQ

Vegetarian and kid-friendly options planned. Allergy notes will be collected at registration.

Coming soon
Location

Mt. Madonna Park — Valley View 2 (all sites).

Address
7850 Pole Line Rd
Watsonville, CA 95076
Park phone
408-842-2341
Check-in
Friday, September 4 — from 3:00 PM
Check-out
Sunday, September 6 — by 11:00 AM
Questions
organizers@ncnacamping.org
Community
NCNA Bay Area