About the Sierra Retreat
Hosted annually by the Central Section in late August at Camp Sequoia Lake, located just 2 miles before the entrance of Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Park in Central California’s beautiful Sierra Nevada region; the Sierra Retreat offers a weekend getaway for APA members, their families and guests, to experience cherished time in the outdoors enjoying hiking, fishing, kayaking, swimming, campfires and relaxation in a natural setting. On Saturday morning, a professional development session (discussing a planning topic of interest) is presented, which allows for AICP credits. All meals and lodging are included with registration. We would love to see you at the Lake!
Get Ready for the 2025 Sierra Retreat
Save the Date- August 22-24, 2025! CenCal APA invites planners, their families, friends, and guests from our section and beyond to enjoy a relaxing weekend in Central California’s beautiful Sierra Nevada region – a long-standing, cherished tradition that started in 1992! The 2025 Sierra Retreat will take place from Friday, August 22 to Sunday, August 24, 2025. Registration is coming soon, check back for updates!
Save The Date Flyer (Click to Download)
Guide to Planning Camp (Click to Download)
Become a Sponsor! Become a valued partner in a cherished tradition! CenCal APA is delighted to present sponsorship opportunities for our 2025 Sierra Retreat, affectionately known as “Planning Camp,” an annual gathering that welcomes planning professionals, their families, friends, and guests to the stunning Central California Sierra Nevada region. This long-standing event, a tradition since 1992, offers a unique opportunity for your organization to connect with planners from throughout Central California in a relaxed and engaging setting. Join us in making this year’s retreat a success while showcasing your commitment to the planning profession! For more information, please contact Sierra Retreat coordinator, Carolina Ilic, AICP
Sponsorship Opportunities (Click to Download)
For additional information, please contact Sierra Retreat Coordinator, Carolina Ilic, AICP
Highlights from the 2024 Sierra Retreat: What a great and fun weekend had by all high in the Sierra mountains. Check out our first-ever i-movie of CenCal APA Sierra Retreat at Sequoia Lake, aka fondly known as, “Planning Camp!” We engaged in our usual fun at the lake that included campfires, smores, sing-a-longs, boating, and BINGO, plus a new activity that was an instant hit – a talent show. Don’t worry…if you plan to attend next year, the talent show is completely voluntary! A special thank you to our co-planners, Carolina Ilic and Karl Schoettler, our committee members, attendees, and Sponsors – Precision Civil Engineering, Rincon Consultants, Sigala, Inc., VRPA Technologies, Provost & Pritchard, and 4Creeks for making this event a success.
Photos from the Retreat (Click to View Album)
Trials and Tribulations of Planning New Towns and Cities (Click to Add to CM Log)
For additional information, please contact Sierra Retreat Coordinator, Carolina Ilic, AICP