Summer Camp Picnic Planning at Mar Vista Recreation Center in Los Angeles for Connexity Employees

Trading Digital Workflows for Nostalgic Team Bonding at an All-Inclusive Los Angeles Staff Outing

​For Connexity’s company picnic at Mar Vista Recreation Center in Los Angeles, we crafted an immersive summer camp experience that was both engaging and memorable. Our all-inclusive event package featured delicious camp-inspired foods like BBQ chicken sliders with coleslaw, corn dogs, and grilled corn on the cob, along with fun treats such as strawberry funnel cakes, freshly popped popcorn, and shaved ice. We also set up a tented beverage bar offering lemonade, sweet tea, filtered water, and an adult beverage bar with beer and wine.

​The entertainment included our Deluxe Field Day Games package, packed with high-energy team-building games led by our interactive hosts, which brought everyone together for some friendly competition. A dunk tank added an extra splash of excitement, while an arts and crafts station allowed attendees to make friendship bracelets and tie-dye items as keepsakes. Connexity’s team enjoyed a day of bonding and fun in a relaxed, well-equipped park setting perfect for this 100-person event.

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Taking the Connexity Team Back to Summer Camp at the Mar Vista Recreation Center

The Mar Vista Recreation Center provided the ideal backdrop for this Connexity staff picnic, complete with BBQ pits, ball diamonds, basketball courts, and picnic tables. We transformed the expansive grassy fields into an authentic summer camp experience, packed with classic field day games, adult-focused activities, and an arts and crafts station where employees created their own friendship bracelets. To add an exciting element to the day, we featured a dunk tank that brought plenty of laughter and fun to the outing. Between the camp-inspired menu and the selection of adult beverages, the entire day captured the spirit of summer camp for the team.

The Connexity team gathers for a group photo on the lawn at Mar Vista Recreation Center in Los Angeles, showing off their matching camp gear after a full day of Deluxe Field Day games and competition at the Extreme Zone.

Camp-Inspired Picnic Foods at Mar Vista Recreation Center in Los Angeles

At the Mar Vista Recreation Center, we brought the quintessential flavors of a summer camp retreat to life for the Connexity team. Everything was prepared fresh onsite in our professional catering tents, allowing us to serve up hot, authentic meals that captured the spirit of a classic summer afternoon.

The BBQ Favorites

• BBQ Chicken Sliders: Tender chicken on soft buns, topped with our house-made crunchy coleslaw.
• Classic Corn Dogs: A camp staple served with a full condiment bar.
• Grilled Corn on the Cob: Freshly charred corn with a variety of toppings so guests can build their own.

Fresh BBQ chicken sliders and grilled corn served from our onsite food tents at Mar Vista Recreation Center, bringing the classic camp menu to life.

The Beverage Station

• Coolers & Refreshments: A tented bar stocked with ice-cold lemonade, sweet tea, and filtered water.
• Beer and Wine: A selection of beer and wine, perfect for a relaxing day on the lawn.

A team member grabs a drink at the beverage tent, featuring chilled sweet tea and lemonade, at our summer camp-themed picnic at Mar Vista Recreation Center.

Fun Camp Treats

• Strawberry Funnel Cakes: Fried to order and dusted with powdered sugar.
• Fresh Popcorn: Hot, buttery, and popped right there for you.
• Shaved Ice Station: A self-serve spot with different flavors to cool down on a sunny Los Angeles afternoon.

The Fun Foods station at Mar Vista Recreation Center, where we served up fresh popcorn and customizable shaved ice alongside assorted cookies for a nostalgic camp treat.

Summer Camp Arts & Crafts Station for Adults

Our Arts & Crafts Station added a creative, hands-on element to the Summer Camp staff picnic, offering adults a chance to unwind and engage in a fun, interactive activity. Guests had the opportunity to make friendship bracelets, design tie-dye socks and shirts, and decorate bandanas and succulent terra cotta pots. This station not only provided a relaxing and enjoyable break from the high-energy games but also encouraged social interaction and teamwork. It was the perfect opportunity for employees to bond over creativity, share ideas, and take home a personalized keepsake from the event, adding a special touch that helped make the day even more memorable.

The Arts & Crafts station at Mar Vista Recreation Center offered a hands-on creative break, with employees designing custom tie-dye gear and friendship bracelets as take-home keepsakes.

​Field Day Fun at Mar Vista Recreation Center Team Building for Employees!

Our Field Day Games were a huge win for the Summer Camp-themed staff picnic at Mar Vista Recreation Center. These games brought out the competitive spirit and teamwork while staying true to the nostalgic feel of summer camp. With activities designed to engage employees of all skill levels, everyone had a chance to participate and bond in a fun, interactive environment. From classic relay races to tug-of-war, the games promoted collaboration and friendly competition, allowing employees to connect outside the office in a relaxed, enjoyable way. This energetic experience fit perfectly with the summer camp vibe, creating memorable moments for all involved.

The Dunk Tank Was There to Cool off the Campers

​The Dunk Tank was a standout feature at this Summer Camp-inspired picnic, adding a thrilling and interactive element to the event. Set up with eye-catching graphics and a see-through plexiglass bottom, it brought an exciting splash of fun for the employees. Our entertaining hosts amped up the energy, building excitement and encouraging both colleagues and management to take a shot at dunking one another. The combination of the fun activity and the lively atmosphere created by our hosts made the Dunk Tank the perfect summer camp experience, bringing out the competitive spirit and delivering a ton of laughs. It was a memorable way for employees to cool off, connect, and share in the joy of the day.

Employees take turns aiming at the target for the dunk tank at our Mar Vista Recreation Center event, adding some friendly competition to the company outing.

Adult Picnic Games for a Relaxing Summer Camp Vibe

Our adult picnic games brought a relaxed yet engaging atmosphere to this employee summer camp. These games gave employees a chance to unwind and enjoy friendly competition in a fun, laid-back setting. Activities like jumbo Jenga, cornhole, shuffleboard, Strike Zone, MEGA Wire and giant Connect Four were perfect for encouraging social interaction and creating moments of laughter. These games offered a non-physical way to engage with colleagues, making them ideal for those looking to take a break from the more active field day games. Whether it was a casual game of cornhole or a strategic move in Jenga, the adult games zone added a playful and memorable touch to the event, contributing to the overall summer camp experience and giving everyone a chance to relax and connect.

The "Strike Zone" bowling game was a popular stop for employees looking for a little friendly competition at the Mar Vista Recreation Center company picnic.

We are a One-Stop Shop for Employee Picnics at the Mar Vista Recreation Center in Los Angeles

We put together all-inclusive event planning packages for employee picnics and team building events across Los Angeles. We take your venue, your headcount, and your team’s demographics to deliver an event that hits your goals.

For the Connexity event, we executed a full summer camp theme. We brought the nostalgia of camp to Mar Vista Recreation Center--food grilled on-site, classic field games, arts and crafts for keepsakes, and a full range of lawn and table games. We strategically planned every activity for an analytical, left-brain group. We got them out of their office chairs, moving, and connecting in ways that translate directly back to their work.

We are a one-stop shop. You can pick from our existing themes, or we can create the specific vision you have in mind. Because we own every piece of equipment and are an employee-owned and operated company, we manage every detail in-house. You get the best value for your budget because there are no middlemen. We take pride in our work and we always aim to over-deliver. We want to be the team you come back to every year.  Contact us today, let us put together a quote for your event!