“Anytime I can be with fellow people with T1D, I love it, because nobody GETS IT the same! I have learned so many tips, tricks and hacks from my fellow T1D folks. I also love hearing the latest in meds, technology, techniques and resources, from a very dedicated and knowledgeable team. This was worth every minute! These speakers are top in this field of treating and researching Type 1. Very well done, and thank you.”
“DYF’s Adult Retreat is a no-judgment zone to learn and share. Whether you do multiple daily injections or you’ve been looping for years, there’s something for everyone, surrounded by people who GET you.”
“In a single weekend, I made new friends, re-connected with old, learned new things about T1D and had the best time. I need more weekends like this!”
DYF 2025 Program Flyer (English)
DYF 2025 Program Flyer (Spanish)
Bearskin Meadow Adult Retreat
2025 Dates: July 25-27
The Adult Retreat is for ages 18 and up, this weekend program will re-invigorate you, connect you with other T1D adults, and allow you to brush up your diabetes management skills.
Our first T1D Adult Retreat was in the summer of 2018, and it was a hit from the minute we opened registration! This weekend is a place of camaraderie, support, education, and fun for adults (18+) with type 1 diabetes. Even better, support systems are welcome, and we encourage spouses, parents, and friends to come along and learn more about T1D. Mornings are spent in diabetes education sessions in important topics of thriving with diabetes ranging from pregnancy to drugs & alcohol to new technology and everything in between. Afternoons and evenings are spent enjoying nearby Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, participating in traditional camp activities, and enjoying group meals together.
Medical Staff includes Justin Altschuler and Sarah Altschuler.
Community Whitewater Rafting
2025 Dates: August 29-31
All members of the DYF community ages 10 and up are invited to join us for a fun and thrilling weekend of whitewater rafting down the South Fork of the American River over Labor Day weekend. This program is in partnership with Environmental Traveling Companions (ETC), who will provide the river guides and basecamp. Bring your camping gear or borrow some from ETC and we’ll take care of the food, rafting equipment, and activities. Plus, our camp staff and medical team will be there to help with diabetes care and provide support on and off the water. We’ll start on Friday afternoon with an afternoon swim, dinner, and evening activity. We’ll then get some rest before our first full day of rafting on Saturday to Salmon Falls. On Sunday, we’ll hit the rapids as we navigate the faster waters of Chili Bar before heading home around 4pm. Youth ages 10-17 are required to attend with the supervision of a participating adult. This adult is responsible for youth supervision throughout the weekend, as this is not a drop off program. The cost for the full weekend includes two full days of rafting, camping at the ETC basecamp, food, staff, and transportation back to basecamp after each day of rafting.
If you have any questions about these programs, please reach out to the DYF Team at info@dyf.org or (925) 680-4994.
If you’d like to see pricing information, please visit our main registration page for more info: https://dyf.org/2025-program-schedule/
Even with our fees priced as low as possible, we know that diabetes camp can feel expensive. To help ease the burden, we’re happy to offer: Flexible 6- or 12- month payment plans, no credit check needed, Crowdfund Your Fee, and Scholarship Options for all of our programs! For more information on ways to pay for camp, please visit: https://dyf.org/ways-to-pay-for-camp