Bad Art
Summer Camp
…For Adults
July 9-13, 2026
On 80 magical acres of private coastal land in Point Arena, CA
REGISTERSummer Camp For Adults
Because it's never too late to have a good childhood
This retreat is creative rehab for the soul.
We'll cover the camp classics (in case you missed out as a kid): Pitch a tent, roast marshmallows, tell stories, sing songs (badly), and make friendships worthy of lanyard bracelets.
We'll make tons of bad art, nourishing our creativity with ridiculous, playful, imaginative, multi-media art projects.
We'll frolic through golden grass fields and have spontaneous dance parties.
But most of all… We'll do whatever we really want to do. We'll break all of the rules and witness what happens when we allow ourselves to play like kids again.
This is where you lean alllllll the way into being yourself.
- Retreat into nature.
- Reinvigorate your creativity.
- Wake up in stunning open spaces.
- Fuel your body and soul with delicious food and gentle movement.
- Try new things and be celebrated in all of your beautiful imperfections.
Just for one weekend, be a kid again, with the whole world as your sandbox.
Reclaim your innocence. Build joyful resilience. Enjoy the sh*t out of yourself!
Meet Jules,
Your Camp Lead
Jules is a seasoned outdoors adventurer and summer camp veteran who is absolutely stoked to welcome you to her dream retreat. A self-proclaimed "professional beginner", novelty is a cornerstone of Jules' life, and ushering people into new experiences is her calling. She's walked slacklines in the sky, danced with actual fire, lived outdoors for months at a time, and constantly experiments with new art forms. She has a natural gift for helping you embrace more of life's rich possibilities. Under Jules' guidance, you'll rediscover play and creative freedom in ways you never expected.
Oh, and she's bringing some of the most incredible and humble humans she knows to weave in their magic throughout the weekend.
Destination
80 Magical Acres on California's Northern Coast
Open coastal landscape
Collaborative art projects in nature
Communal meals near the wood-burning stove
Hot bath under the stars
Tents in a grassy field
What To Expect
(Besides the Unexpected)
- 4 nights of scenic glamping under the stars
- 3 full days of opt-in creative programming with plenty of time for independent flow
- Delicious organic meals, snacks, coffee & tea customized to your dietary needs
- Expertly guided, gentle yoga and movement classes each morning
- Abundant, varied art supplies for group & individual projects
- Surprising shared experiences that deepen your connection with nature, yourself and others
Camp Rates
Participation is offered on a tiered scale based on trust, equity, and care.
Everyone deserves access to creative play and community. Choose the tier that feels most aligned with your resources. You are welcome here, and your choice is trusted.
$710
Care
The true price of the retreat, for everyone currently experiencing financial wellness with the means to pay it forward.
REGISTER$620
Trust
This reduced rate is prioritized for low-income folx who are in need of financial assistance right now for any reason.
REGISTER$530
Equity
For BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and others with systemic barriers — but open to anyone who needs it, no questions asked.
REGISTER
Feeling a YES but the investment is a bit out of reach?
We want everyone who feels resonance with this retreat to be able to join us.
- Upon registering, you'll have the option to either pay in full or in up to 6 installments, with the final payment due by July 7th.
- Email info@thebadart.club if you need further financial assistance. Some scholarship funding is available and we'll help come up with a payment plan that works for you.
Your Questions, Answered
Camping
- • Options to tent or car camp directly next to the main house, which is open to all participants during the day for sharing meals and relaxing in a cozy and spacious environment
- • We will help you source all of the gear you need to camp comfortably
- • Rooms in the house are reserved for camp counselors and there is limited space available for participants with accessibility needs
Arrival / Departure
- • All participants must arrive between Thursday (the 9th) at 4pm and Friday (the 10th) at 11am
- • Opening ceremony is at 12pm, and it's important that all participants are present and settled in
- • Closing ceremony is Monday (July 13th) at 10am, and all participants must leave the property by 12pm
Amenities
- • There is a private, open-air bathroom with a luxurious composting toilet (seriously, people loved it last year), a hot shower and even a bathtub under the stars
- • BYO towel and toiletries
- • Potable tap water is available for all to use inside the main house
- • We'll have a berkey filter for drinking water and electric kettles for tea
Additional FAQ's
- It's important for group cohesion and flow that we open and close the container all together, so please plan ahead accordingly. If you need to arrive/leave more than 6 hours late/early, it's best to join a future retreat instead.
- Since it's Summer Camp, we encourage you to camp! The house is occupied by camp counselors and there is limited space for participants with accessibility needs.
- We'll send a more detailed packing list to participants, but at minimum each person will need a tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag and headlamp, in addition to personal toiletries and clothing. We'll bring all of the art supplies, and all meals, coffee and tea will be provided for you.
- Yes! But first, ask around. You'll most likely be able to borrow everything you need, and you can ask other participants in our group chat. You can also rent gear directly from Sports Basement.
- As we get closer to the retreat, we will help the group organize car pools from SF. Our destination is 2.5 hours north on the beautiful US 1.
