Jam Camp In The Mountains

July 26 - July 31, 2026

July 26-31, 2026 Wells, BC, in the Cariboo

Sign up today to bring your family and friends to Jam Camp in the Mountains in beautiful Wells. Create music with us in the alpine meadows of our small community! Stay in your tent or RV, or choose from many lodging options in Wells and Barkerville.

Camp activities will be in the Wells School and outside during good weather. You can join us no matter your age or musical ability – beginner and experienced musicians are all welcome. There will be many workshop and lesson choices for you to enjoy.

Jam Camp in the Mountains is:

1 hour from Quesnel
2 hours from Prince George
20 minutes from the Barkerville Historic Site.

Island Mountain Arts

This year, Jam Camp in the Mountains is partnering with Island Mountain Arts, an organization with almost 50 years of history. They are leaders in the arts community in BC who host the ArtsWells Festival, arts workshops, artist residencies, and a public gallery, and partner with organizations like the Jam Camp Society. Learn more about Island Mountain Arts here.

Dates

Jam Camp will begin on Sunday, July 26. Campers are invited to arrive in Wells late morning or early afternoon and be set up by 5 pm. Our first official camp activity is the Welcome Potluck that evening.

Our final performance takes place on the evening of Thursday, July 30, and Jam Camp ends on Friday, July 31. Friday is a free day for packing up camp, saying goodbyes, and taking your last stroll in the area before you go.

The full schedule of the week’s events will be sent out closer to the date, and will be similarly structured to those of past camps. Morning activities will start around 9am. Activities include full group workshops, small group lessons, and songwriting/musical project groups. Days include a lunch & leisure break, a dinner & leisure break, and evening activities wrapping up around 9pm.

Registration Fees

All folks participating in Jam Camp aged 4 and up will pay a sliding scale registration fee of $200 to $500 CAD per person.

This registration fees covers 4.5 days of workshops, activities, and instruction.

Fees do not cover food or accommodation. Groups must make their own arrangements for accommodation (see Accommodation section below) and are responsible for their own meals. Jam Campers can make their own food or visit local restaurants.

The sliding scale allows campers to choose the payment that suits their family or group best. If you are able to pay more than the base fee per person, that will help keep camp affordable for everyone.

Notes:

E-transfer is the simplest way to pay for your registration.

If you pay via PayPal, PayPal will charge a fee of approximately 3% of your total registration & camping fees.

You may also choose to help subsidize registration for a low-income attendee, or to support the non-profit Jam Camp Society.

Wells, BC

About the Site

Wells, British Columbia, is a small community an hour east of Quesnel. You’ll find great local restaurants and shops and galleries that feature work from local and regional artisans. Hiking trails and pleasant walks are easily accessible, Barkerville Historic Town is only 8km away, and the world-renowned Bowron Lake Provincial Park is just a further 30km.

There is a playground outside the school, a good-sized sports field available, and a disc golf course in the Wells-Barkerville Community Forest.

Please check out the What’s Up in Wells site for more information.

Accommodation

Accommodation in Wells

Meadow Suites

Two suites with private entrances, perfect for couples looking for simple accommodation. Private parking, quiet location, mountain views, and within a short walking distance of shops, restaurants, and trailheads.

Website: Meadow Suites

Mountain Thyme Getaway

A beautiful rental house in the centre of Wells, great for a group stay with two bedrooms with separate bathrooms, a lively common space, and a balcony that looks out on the mountains and meadows surrounding Wells.

Website: Mountain Thyme Getaway

Nugget Hills RV Park

A cozy and welcoming campground. With both 15-amp and 30-amp RV sites, sites for tent camping and a friendly community, it’s a great choice for outdoor adventures!

Phone: 1(250) 994-2333

Email: nuggethillsrv@gmail.com

Website: Nugget Hills RV Park

The Wells Hotel

The Wells Hotel is a cherished heritage country inn and a regional landmark since 1934. Now under new management, we invite you to experience an iconic destination where discovery and community connect.

Phone: 1(800) 860-2299

Email: info@wellshotel.com

Website: Wells Hotel

White Caps Motel

Newly renovated single rooms and 2-bedroom retro suites.

Phone: 1(250) 991-1020

Email: whitecapmotel@hotmail.com

Website: White Cap Motel

Willow River Inn

A comfortable retreat with lots of private bedrooms, an intelligently arranged kitchen/living room/social space, and a large unique private loft with a balcony view to Slide Mountain. We're centrally located, with parking and easy walking to restaurants, pubs, and groceries.

Website: Willow River Inn