Texas Overnight Camp Summer Prep
Drop-Off & Pick-Up

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Opening Day
Sunday Arrival Schedule
- 2:00pm-3:00pm
- Sky 1
- Sky 2
- Young Riders*
- Sky Fillies*
- 3:00pm-4:00pm
- Sky 3
- Morph
- 4:00pm-5:00pm
- Sky 4
- Quest Van
- Quest Colorado
- Sigma Junior
- Sigma Senior
*For Young Riders and Sky Fillies: If you are bringing a horse, Sky Ranch Staff will be at the Arena at 2:00 pm to assist you. Once you have your horse settled, you will proceed to check-in on camp.
Upon arrival, Sky Ranch staff will guide you through camper drop-off.
- Before you get out of your car, be sure to grab your Photo ID, your camper's medications, and camper mail.
- From there, we'll help load your luggage and take you to your camper's cabin. You'll need your Photo ID for this part!
- You'll meet their awesome counselors, snap a few photos on the porch, and hug your camper goodbye. Saying goodbye on the porch helps campers transition into their cabin community. Parents should not enter the cabin.
- After check-in, you'll receive an email with your Camper Code. Screenshot it and save it to your camera roll - you'll need to show us the image at pick-up on Saturday. If someone else is picking up your camper, be sure to send them the image, as verbal codes won't be accepted.
- After you say your goodbyes, head to the Legacy Center to take care of everything before you go:
- Camper Mail - Here are the guidelines one more time!
- Medications - Speak with our staff nurses
- Guest Services - Add Pre-Orders and reserve extra activities
- Retail Store - Make purchases and have them delivered to your camper
- Café Sky - Grab refreshments and free popcorn!
- Once you're done, hop on a trailer back to the parking lot, and we'll see you on Saturday!
Saturday Pick-Up
The Camper Code
- After Sunday check-in, the Administrator (the person who received your pre-camp emails) will receive an email with a Camper Code specific to each of your campers. Make sure this email is the best way to contact you!
- Screenshot the Camper Code and save it to your camera roll.
- Show us the image at check-out to pick up your camper.
- If someone else is picking up your camper, send them the image.
- Verbal codes will not be accepted.
- If there is an emergency and you are not able to send the Camper Code to a designated person, Administrators/Emergency Contacts can be added through your Online Account. Please contact GuestServices@SkyRanch.org if you are having trouble adding them.
- The 3 ways to pick up a camper:
- Show the Camper Code
- Be an Account Administrator (show Photo ID)
- Be an Emergency Contact (show Photo ID)
- (In the past, we've allowed Authorized Pickups to pick up your camper. This is no longer an option!)
- The 3 ways to pick up a camper:
Closing Show Times
8:00 AM - Gates open for Sigma, Sky 1, and Sky 2
8:00 AM - Young Riders and Sky Fillies Rodeo Begins.
- The Rodeo will begin promptly at 8:00 am. Please plan to arrive by 7:30 am to allow time to check in and find a seat.
- Follow the signs straight to the Rodeo Arena, don't enter through the main gate by Sky Lake. The Rodeo will be completed in time to attend closing shows for your other campers.
9:30 AM - Sky 1 and Sky 2 Closing Show
10:30 AM: Sky 3, Sky 4, Morph, and Quest Closing Show
What to Expect
Arrive and Park: We'll show you where to get your luggage and camper meds!
Head to the Legacy Building: Show us your Camper Code screenshot to get your Golden Ticket for your camper.
Quick Enroll for next summer: No paper forms this year, so do this before you arrive to make check-out as smooth as possible and secure your spot in Summer 2026! Don't forget your discount AND limited edition tee!
Closing Show: Catch a few highlights about the BEST WEEK EVER! After the Closing Show, you'll have the opportunity to talk with your camper's counselors – and hand off that all-important Golden Ticket.
Before You Go: Once you've grabbed your limited edition Pre-Reg Tee, stop by Café Sky for a milkshake and visit the store one last time before saying "goodbye for now!"
See You Next Summer!
Lost & Found
Please label all of your camper's belongings. We will do our best to return any labeled items to your camper before departure. Unlabeled items will be placed at the Lost & Found table on Saturday.
After camp ends, we will hold onto lost items for two weeks. If your camper is missing something, please email us at GuestServices@SkyRanch.org with a detailed description. After two weeks, all unclaimed items will be donated.
Sky Ranch is not responsible for lost or damaged items, so please do not send new clothes or valuable items to camp.
Multiple Weeks in a Row?
Is your camper coming two weeks in a row?
Weekend Camp* is offered to campers who are attending two consecutive weeks of camp for $250. Please email GuestServices@SkyRanch.org for details.
*Not available between Sessions 10 and 11.*
Without a Camper Code, only Account Administrators and Emergency Contacts will be able to pick up your camper. What does that mean?
Account Administrator
- Log in to your Sky Ranch Online Account to confirm
- Is the Account Holder for the entire family
- Often, this includes multiple parents/caretakers of the camper
- Can make any and all decisions related to the account (financial, medical, registration, etc.)
- Must show Photo ID to pick up a camper without a Camper Code.
Emergency Contact
- Log in to your Sky Ranch Online Account to confirm
- Listed on your camper's Medical History Form
- Is designated by you to make medical decisions about your camper in the event we cannot get ahold of you
- Able to pick up your camper if you are not present, whether in case of a medical event or otherwise.