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Many of our California Leadership Camps offer Winter Leadership Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in January, 2026.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Leadership Camp you're interested in a call to check on Winter dates, times and availability.
Many of our Leadership Camps will be hosting Winter Reunions for their previous campers, and Winter Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for January, 2026.
Looking for a Great California Leadership Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best California Day Leadership Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best California Summer Leadership Camps also offer Year Round Leadership Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Leadership Programs, too.
Searching for California Leadership Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Leadership Camps are now listing their 2026 Winter Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Winter Employment Opportunities" pages.
View ALL CA Camps with Winter Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
Visit Our BEST Youth Sports Camps Website
623-748-9453
info[AT]thebestinaz.com
7000 East Shea Blvd
2nd Level Next to Laugh Factory
Scottsdale, Arizona 85383
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Garden Grove California, Huntington Beach California
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: Potty Trained - 10 Years old
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily: 9-4
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): No Religious affiliations - all are welcome.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our Youth Sports Camps cater to potty trained children all the way up to 10 year olds. Scottsdale Sports Camps at Beginners Edge Sports Training gives your youth sports fanatics a way to have fun playing and learning the skills of the sports while enjoying bounce house, crafts, sports games on tv, and lots more. With the addition to a FREE lunch and snacks we will top off your youth sports players dreams.
Our other locations for camp each individually have different offerings based on amenities. Please check with each individual camp for description of options.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: All of our Camps are suited for special needs children. We currently have children on the spectrum as well as CF, ADD, ADHD and other children with special needs attend. Many times they come with a facilitator which is welcomed as long as they have a FPCC and proper ID.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Our Scottsdale facility is located in Scottsdale with major cross roads of Shea and 70th street. It is 4k square feet on fun.
Our Camps at Xavier Prep is located in the gymnasium basketball courts.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our camps are indoors and utilizes the space in order to rotate games and activities for the younger group and the older kids group. 40 minutes on and 15 minutes rest is the typical rotation time but down time and up time is adjusted based on activity levels of the participants and instructors.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our sports camps (holiday, spring, summer & fall) are held at different valley locations. Get ready for some FUN! We will be learning & playing the following sports: soccer, softball, basketball, football, volleyball, dodge ball, volleyball, tennis, kickball and many more playground games!
We will be doing some arts & crafts, bouncing in our bounce house, watching movies and doing scavenger hunts, scrimmaging and more!
Approximately 5 – 6 hours of active sports each day in our clean, safe & air-conditioned 4000 sq ft PartyZone facility!
All sports equipment will be supplied. Yes, your child will be grouped with children their same age for safety reasons and also for the best learning experience.
Yes, your children will be running, jumping, playing, sweating and laughing all day and they WILL be tired at pick-up time! At B.E.S.T. your child is not just a number in hoards of children. Each is a special individual, we learn their names, their likes and dislikes, what they excel at and teach them accordingly. If, for any reason, you have any specific questions, we are always here to talk to you. We want to make your child’s summer experience the BEST one ever!
HOURS
Full Day Camp starts precisely at 8:45am and ends at 5:15pm
Half Day Morning is 9am – 12:00pm
Half Day Afternoon is 1:00pm – 4:00pm
FOOD & SNACKS
Snacks: B.E.S.T. will serve fresh fruit for morning and/or afternoon snacks daily. This has been cleared as a nut free snack by all who have been concerned. We encourage you to pack one snack for half day campers and 2 snacks for full day campers if your children do not like this. Lunch: We will be eating lunch every day at 12:00pm-1:00pm. Please supply your child with a sack lunch daily with their name on the sack along with an ice pack inside if required and certainly if they are picky
A.M. HALF DAY KIDS: DO NOT NEED TO bring a LUNCH! ALL AM Kids and FULL DAY kids get fed.
Friday Lunch: Do not pack a sack lunch on Fridays! It is a special FREE PIZZA FRIDAY! FREE for all our full-day campers! Please DO supply a sack lunch if your child does not eat pizza. They will each receive 2 full slices of pizza so if they require a lot more nourishment please pack some additional food. Should half day campers want to join us they will be charged an additional $5 for this additional hour. Drinks: Water is the only beverage we supply each day. Your child’s water bottle will be replenished with bottled water throughout the day (and is always available through our water fountain) so they always remain hydrated.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We welcome C.I.T.'s (Counselors in Training) 14-15 year olds to join us in Camp to facilitate our Senior instructors. This is an unpaid position but one to learn how to facilitate, lead and care for children in this sports camp setting.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Beginners Edge Sports Training, LLC is one stop for all your beginners youth sports needs. We are Arizona’s leader for sports classes, sports camps, sports parties, sports lessons and clinics. BEST Sports starts teaching as young as 18 months. Beginners Edge Sports Training, or BEST Youth Sports focuses on teaching youth soccer, youth softball, youth basketball, youth football, sports birthday parties, sports camps and more. We are known as B.E.S.T. or as many people call us B.E.S.T. Sports. We have been operating youth sports classes in Arizona for over 13 years. We are a NON-FRANCHISED/LOCAL Arizona family-owned and operated Company since 2004. Ask around as they all will say we are the BEST youth sports classes, sports parties and sports camps in Arizona.
OTHER CAMP INFO: See Policy's at Our Camp Website Link: thebestinaz.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please goto Our Camp Website Link: www.thebestinaz.com for all our Camp offerings and up to date pricing.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
BEST is also seeking Camp Counselors who are sports oriented, FUN, pro active, smart, athletic and most importantly responsible to join our team over the summer. One week 9-4 commitments required to be considered.
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BEST Youth Sports Camps
Be sure to ask each California Leadership Camp about the amount of leadership instruction and the overall intensity of their leadership program.
Some Top California Leadership Camps offer rigorous daily leadership training and lots of intensive leadership experience. Other great California Camps offer leadership as an elective or recreational activity with much less training and intensity.
Visit Our Camp Galileo & Galileo Summer Quest Website
1-800-854-3684
Robin[AT]galileo-learning.com
info[AT]galileo-learning.com
38 Bay Area Locations
California
CAMPER AGES: Pre-K through 8th Grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. SF Bay Area Day Camps
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, and more. Art, Science, Outdoor Activities, Cooking, Fashion Design, Video Game Design, Lego Robotics, Go Kart Building, Digital Filmmaking, Digital Photography, Cartooning, & Painting.
CAMP LOCATION: We have 38 SF Bay Area Locations in the South Bay, Peninsula, San Francisco, Marin, East Bay and North Bay areas.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Located at Elementary, Middle and High Schools throughout the Bay Area.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: GALILEO INNOVATION CAMPS FOR KIDS: VISIONARIES WANTED Camp Galileo (Pre-K � 5th graders): Four new weekly themes combine art, science and outdoor activities into a whimsical narrative that keeps kids giggling and engaged. Galileo Summer Quest (5th � 8th graders): 14 majors to choose from, professional tools and materials, exceptional instructors and a chance for older innovators to realize their own personal vision.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We believe in camp—and innovation—for all kids. That's why, every year, we award thousands of weeks (over 2000 in 2014) of specially priced camp through our financial assistance program.
For complete financial aid info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.galileo-camps.com.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.galileo-camps.com.
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Camp Galileo and Galileo Summer Quest
Some California Leadership Camps offer BOTH Day and Overnight Camp options. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours.
Some California Leadership Day Camps also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
Visit Our Camp Woolman Website
530-273-3183 X11
camp[AT]woolman.org
13075 Woolman Ln.
Nevada City, CA 95959
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 8 - 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Coed/Residential/Wilderness Tripping.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Quaker
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Woolman offers overnight programs for kids age 9-14 and teens age 15-16. It is located in the foothills near Grass Valley and Nevada City, CA. Children attend our programs here from Auburn, Tahoe, Sacramento, the San Francisco Bay Area and other parts of Northern California.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Soccer, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Nevada City in the foothills of the Tahoe National Forest, only 60 minutes Northeast of Sacramento. The beautiful Yuba River is only a 10 minute drive away, and endless Wilderness destinations are at our fingertips!
CAMP FACILITIES: Our 200 acre property contains forest land, a swimming pond, activity fields and hiking trails. We have 14 cabins, a dining hall, meetinghouse and a large community garden attached to our farm lands and orchard.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summer Camp - Ages 8-14: Campers come for 1 week or two week session (and some for 3, 4, or 5 weeks!) and go on wilderness trips. Each week there are 3 day, 2 night trips to Tahoe, the Sierra Buttes, and/or the Yuba River.
Teen Leadership Camp - Ages 15-16: These exciting programs takes the Summer Camp experience to a whole new level for 15 and 16 year olds: We offer a two-week hiking program, a one-week farming and cooking program, and a two-week bike repair and bike touring program.
Hiking Program (Two weeks): TLCers will spend two days bonding, learning about their trip, and preparing for hiking. They and their trip leaders will then embark on a 10-day backpacking trip along the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). They will then return to camp, and will have two days of closure at the end.
Farming & Cooking Program (One week): TLCers will spend their week working in Woolman's organic garden, learning about farming, plants and the farm to table journeys of the food we eat. They will learn nutrition and cooking skills as they prepare many of their meals with the fruits and vegetables harvested.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS:
Teen Leadership Camp - Ages 15-16.
CIT Program - Age 17+
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer financial aid, please see our website for more information.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See our website for current rates.
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Camp Woolman
Visit Our FICA Young Investors Wall Street Training Summer Camp Website
888-320-9990
mail[AT]ficaworld.net
Locations throughout the US
11310 S. Orange Blossom Trail #244
Orlando, Florida 32837
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Atlanta, GA
Chicago, IL
Houston, TX
Jacksonville, FL
Kansas City, MO
Miami, FL
Nashville, TN
New York, NY
Oakland, CA
Phoenix, AZ
San Francisco, CA
Tampa, FL
Seattle, WA
Washington DC
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
11310 S. Orange Blossom Trail #244
Orlando, Florida 32837
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 8-19
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Daily: 9am-4pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Fun, Exciting and Informative! These three terms sum up the FICA Young Investors Summer Camps. Students enjoy financial intelligence training, video and board games, financial field trips to local financial districts, and guest speakers from some of America's largest corporations.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Technology, Academics, and more. Financial Intelligence, Financial Investment Training, Wall Street Summer Camp.
CAMP LOCATION: San Francisco State University
1650 Holloway Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94132
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CAMP FACILITIES: FICA Young Investors Wall Street Summer Camps TM are held in safe and professional learning environment; usually on the campuses of some of America's most prestigious Colleges, Universities and or executive/education learning centers
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: These three terms sum up our comprehensive and very informative FICA Young Investors Wall Street Summer Camps TM. While we are very committed to providing certified instructors, field trips and superior financial intelligence informative training applications, we don't just stop there. We make sure to set aside some time for a little fun, tours and entertainment activities. As a result, learning about the world of business and financial intelligence has never ever been this much fun!
Future Investor Clubs of America's comprehensive financial training system includes: Access to the FICA's Members Camp Preparatory Training Network; Certified Financial Intelligence Trainers TM; Winning On Wall Street Kickoff TM; American Dream Plan introductory training; Basic Financial Intelligence Training TM (BFIT); Advance Financial Intelligence Training TM (AFIT); Executive Financial Intelligence Training TM (EFIT); Financial Intelligence Training TM (IFIT); International Financial Intelligence Training TM (IFIT) intelligence training curriculum's presented in a creative and interactive way to enhance the learning process.
All Future Investor Clubs of America summer camp instructors are Certified Financial Intelligence Trainers(CFIT) having completed our training programs. Each CFIT has years of business, education, executive, investing and or financial services experience.
Future Investor Clubs of America summer camp programs are designed to be a top quality, positive comprehensive learning experience that students will never forget. Therefore, FICA has incorporated carefully designed Financial Field Trips TM to enhance the students experience and learning process.
FICA members who have completed the Basic (BFIT), Advanced (AFIT) and or Executive Financial Intelligence Training (EFIT) curriculum receive Certificates of Completion and are eligible to participate in many fun, exciting and informative events.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: All Future Investor Clubs of America summer camp instructors are Certified Financial Intelligence Trainers(CFIT) having completed our training programs. Each CFIT has years of business, education, executive, investing and or financial services experience. In addition to industry experience, our instructors must complete 40 hours of training on how to teach each of our BFIT, AFIT, EFIT, IFIT and LFIT curriculum's.
Future Investor Clubs, Chapters and Centers are eligible to select lead teachers and instructors to attend CFIT training programs. Individuals completing our instructor comprehensive training programs earn the designation of Certified Financial Intelligence Trainer TM (CFIT). Business and financial industry executives, managers, investment advisors, commodity/stock brokers, traders and other professionals are scheduled as guest speakers during the camp training week.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Depending on your camp length of stay, approval and city selection, students will visit such places as: Downtown Business Districts; Investment and Community Banks; Commodity/Stock Market Brokerages, Angel Investor Networks; Federal Reserve Bank; Venture Capital Networks; Fortune 500 Companies; Private Equity Corporations; Hedge & Mutual Fund Corporations, Insurance Corporations; Corporate Meetings; College/University Business School Tours; Investment Trading Companies, Commodity/Stock Exchanges and more!
All field trips are held daily and are designed to provide attending students a once in a lifetime summer learning experience.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camps are held in June, July and August.
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FICA Young Investors Wall Street Training Summer Camp
Visit Our LVCC Musical Theatre Workshop Website
(562) 912-5675
lvccmtw[AT]gmail.com
4515 Sunfield Ave
Long Beach, California 90808
CAMPER AGES: 3-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily Full Day Program: 9am-3pm Daily Half-Day Program: 9am-11:30am OR 12:30pm-3:00pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: LVCCMTW -"Where CREATIVITY and CHARACTER are NURTURED" - In each 5 day session campers participate in the creative aspects of Musical Theatre, preparing for a performance, while building confidence, learning teamwork and making friends.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: LVCC MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP was born of a passion for helping children discover confidence and learn life skills in the process of creating Musical Theatre. We know that many valuable life skills can be developed in the process of creating ART, especially when the creation process takes place with collaboration.
LVCCMTW is a place where the individual is nurtured, cared about and supported. We believe in positivity and unique expression. We have a "zero-tolerance" policy on negativity. This camp is a place where loving, encouraging, creativity takes place and character building elements are valued and taught. We believe that we are helping to "BUILD BETTER HUMANS THROUGH MUSICAL THEATRE" by focusing on collaboration, acceptance,creativity, respect, friendship, and individual expression. We build these elements into everything we do.
During each one-week session, 120 Campers are divided, by age, into seven groups: Preschool - High School.
Each group spends the week from 9-3 each day attending sessions in ACTING, DANCE, MUSIC, STAGECRAFT and THEATRE ARTS,creating a unique, original Musical Theatre Production for performance at the Friday Night Showcase.
Each age group is joined by trained, experienced, caring counselors who accompany them throughout their day. We believe in personal attention to each camper, therefore we keep our camper to counselor ratio very small. In our preschool 1/2 day program, our ratio is 3 campers to one counselor. This ratio increases only slightly with each age group. Our maximum ratio is in the 9th-10th grade Leadership Training program, where the ratio is only 6:1. We believe that adhering strictly to this ratio allows each camper maximum support for their individual creative expression and gives our staff an opportunity to relate to every camper individually.
Our caring instructors are skilled, educated, and experienced in their craft and have a passion for helping kids discover their skills, talents and self confidence in each of the respective elements of Musical Theatre creation.
Stagecraft: Campers will make (or assist in making) their own sets, props and costumes, using age-level based artistic expression, creative and technical skills.
Dance: Campers will be taught a dance and will learn dance terms and basic dance moves. They will learn or improve their ability to be comfortable with dance and with moving their bodies.
Acting: campers will learn and rehearse their scene for the showcase. As age/ability increases, campers also participate in writing their own lines, some of the scene, or the whole scene.
Music: campers learn the song for their performance. They will focus on basic musical terms and concepts. As age/ability increases, campers participate in solo and small group singing, understanding and performing harmony and lyric writing/music composition skills.
Theatre Arts: Campers gain understanding of the concepts and ideas needed to fully comprehend their scene/character for the performance showcase. As age/ability increases, campers participate in character development, exploration of personal strengths/goals, collaborative creation process.
Preschool/Kinder students attend a 1/2 day camp where some of these classes are combined. All other campers attend full day camp.
9th/10th grade campers also attend child development class and leadership training and function as an instructor assistant for some of the day as part of our Leadership Training Certification Program.
All of our staff are highly trained in positive interaction skills and have a passion for children and for the arts.
LVCCMTW is honored to hear from many parents that their kids look forward to Musical Theatre Workshop every year as the highlight of their summer! We look forward to welcoming your family into our Musical Theatre Workshop Family!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: 9th/10th grade campers also attend child development class and leadership training and function as an instructor assistant for some of the day as part of our Leadership Training Certification Program.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We do have scholarship requests available.
Please contact us at lvccmtw[AT]gmail.com for more information.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1: Wildest Workshop in the West
June 20-24, 2016
Session 2: Happiest Workshop on Earth
July 11-15, 2016
Session 3: To Workshop and Beyond!
August 8-12, 2016
Please refer to our website Our Camp Website Link: www.lvccmtw.com for our pricing and enrollment process.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We have C.I.T. and Counselor positions available for ages 16 and up.
Our application and details are all on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.lvccmtw.com OR you can email us for more information at lvccmtw[AT]gmail.com.
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LVCC Musical Theatre Workshop
Visit Our YEC Winter Camp Website
818-582-3091
info[AT]yoyoelasticheer.com
8851 Laurel Canyon Blvd.
Los Angeles, California 91352
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
14444 Magnolia Blvd #160
Sherman Oaks, Ca 91423
CAMPER AGES: 4-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Cheerleading, Gymnastics, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Recreation Center
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We educate athletes on the essentials of All-Star Cheerleading, Cheer Fundamentals, Tumbling and Gymnastics. To infix values, self-esteem, promote individual and team achievements with an emphasis on participation, safety and fun. Our athletes master the values of kindliness, sportsmanship, leadership, showmanship and the importance of teamwork. We invigorate each athlete through positive encourage and positive reinforcement.
Our program is to help each athlete reach their highest potential, to provide proper skills and techniques and to encourage and support each athlete in the growing process. We take great pride in all our athletes and believe our program serves a higher purpose.
Coaches are AACCA, First Aid, CPR, USAG, Risk management Certified and trained on Safety Spotting.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Please call!
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please call!
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: All Star, Tumbling and Cheerleading Classes and Private Lessons.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please Visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.YoYoElastiCheer.com
11-30-2013 from 9:30 to 12:30PM
Fees are: $60.00
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YEC Winter Camp
Visit Our Star Dance Day Camps Website
415-564-1200
micky[AT]stardancestudio.net
info[AT]stardancestudio.net
300 Moraga St.
San Francisco, California 94122
CAMPER AGES: 5-16 years
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. July 8 - August 2, 8:30AM to 4:30 PM
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: We have four exciting camps for children: July 8 -12 Ages 5-9 "Fantasy Land" Creative Dance, Expressive Contemporary, Stretch & Tumble
July 15 -19 Ages 7-12 "Musical Theater" Hip Hop, Tap, Contemporary & Ballet Barre Warm-up
July 22 – July 26 Ages 10-16 "Dancer’s Intensive I"
For Intermediate Level Dancers
Ballet • Jazz • Contemporary • Improvisation
July 29 – August 2 Ages 10-16 "Dancer’s Intensive II"
For Intermediate Level Dancers
Hip Hop • Tap • Daily Ballet Warmup
Star Dance camps are super fun! We also provide a week of quality dance education with our very own wonderful Star Dance Studio & Dance Masters of America certified instructors! Camp size is limited to 8 -16 children per camp.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Dance Camps are at Star Dance Studio. Located in the Inner Sunset district at the corner of 9th Ave and Moraga St. The neighborhood is lovely, quiet, and street parking is easy (and free) during the weekdays.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 2 dance studios in the building. We use our large dance space for the dance classes and performance. Camp sit-down activities, arts & crafts are held in our mezzanine studio. Dressing rooms, indoor and outdoor eating areas and office are downstairs.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Star Dance Studio has been a neighborhood and family style dance school since 1950. Over sixty-eight years! Our faculty and staff are warm and caring people who love working with children. Instructors are adults well experienced in their dance art and teaching skills. For camp assistants, we often bring in the teen and college students whom we've trained to teach.
Each Wednesday, we take a walk to the Golden Gate Park's Arboretum and Shakespeare's Garden. There, we take candid dance photographs (shared with you). Afterward, the kids get to enjoy one of the best pizza restaurants in San Francisco, "Pasquale's Pizzeria"! A healthy salad and cheese pizza. Water or juice to drink. (No soda.) If special foods are required, please inform us in advance.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Selected Star Dance teen students and returning college students are afforded the opportunity to continue their leadership training during the camps.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Sep-Jun classes for ages 3-20 in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, Boys Tap Team, Children's combination classes (ballet, tap, tumbling, creative). Adult classes, too!
4-week summer classes for all ages July to Aug
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer camp and class schedules will be available soon at Our Camp Website Link: stardancestudio.net
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Star Dance Day Camps
Visit Our Camp Saint Francis Website
925-609-4CSF
registrar[AT]campsaintfrancis.org
St. Dorothy's Rest
Camp Meeker, California
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Camp St. Francis
1524 San Carlos Ave #1
San Carlos CA 94070
CAMPER AGES: 8-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp St. Francis offers a five-day getaway for kids 8-13, teens looking to serve and develop leadership skills, and adults with a desire to share understanding, fun and encouragement with all of the above! Our summer session offers classic camp activities, chapel time and our Scarf program, encouraging personal development for all ages. Set in the Redwoods near Occidental, the kids learn to live and play together among these beautiful wonders of nature.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: St. Dorothy’s Rest, an Episcopal camp and retreat facility, is nestled in the dense Redwoods of Camp Meeker, just outside of Occidental, California, in Sonoma County, about 90 minutes Northwest of San Francisco.
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CAMP FACILITIES: This site offers indoor dormitory sleeping in bunks with mattresses provided. Campers are grouped together by age and supervised by their counseling staff. The beautiful setting also allows for swimming, access to the Russian River, outdoor basketball court, a play area, a cozy main house lodge, a recreation and gaming room, an outdoor campfire circle, cozy places to sit and share, a crafts shack, and a wonderful Redwood chapel.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Saint Francis is a week filled with programs that allow campers to explore and experience outdoor activities and create for themselves a closer connection to God and their communities.
Established in 2001, CSF moved to its new host site in 2014. This Camp Meeker location affords opportunities for activities like crafts, campfire, archery, games, sports, dance, water fun and nature hikes.
We build on themes of understanding and compassion in all of our programs, particularly in chapel, our scarf program, group games and discussions and our creative lessons and themes throughout the week.
Most of our staff are volunteers and attended camp as campers, and they are dedicated to providing a highly spirited, fun, and welcoming environment. We all strive to be good role models of the Christian way of life. We hope that our positive example and loving Christian environment promotes campers to grow spiritually.
The Scarf program, adopted from the YMCA’s ragger program, teaches campers important life skills, by taking on personal challenges and working towards overcoming them successfully. Ultimately, this helps develop lifelong tools a camper needs for personal growth. * Staff members are screened and trained in program, policies, and safety awareness. Our program is sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of California and is welcoming and inclusive.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Youth ages 14-15 are welcome to apply as Program Aides, we also accept volunteers for Counselors (and CITs) and Program leaders. Training for the staff will be held in the Bay Area in July 2017.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camperships are available on a first come, first serve basis, usually offering a discount of about 1/3.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sunday, August 6 - Thursday, August 10, 2017
Camp Fees:
Camper (age 8-13) $500
Program Aid (age 14-15) $340
Staff $150
(A deposit of $100 should accompany your camper registration.)
Early bird Camper registration (before March 15th): 20% off
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Volunteers are welcome to apply for counseling and program activity leadership positions. As much of our focus is on outreach to lower-income families, we can only provide a stipend as budget allows. We are happy, of course, to certify eligible community service hours for students with those requirements.
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Camp Saint Francis
Visit Our Broadway Gymnastic School Summer Camps Website
310-302-0035
hedillin[AT]aol.com
Info[AT]BroadwayGym.com
5433 Beethoven Street
Los Angeles, California 90066
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: Kinder Camp 3.5-5 Years, Youth Camp 5-12 years, Special Education Camp Ages 5+
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily: 9am-3pm, Kinder Camp (3.5-5 years): 9am-12:30pm, Before & Aftercare 8am-9am & 3pm-5:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our spectacular gymnastics and sports camp incorporates exercise and education into a fun-filled day program. Gymnastics is paired with a variety of sports, arts, drama, field trips, and an exciting array of activities to captivate all ages until the camper goes home at 12:30 or 3pm. Before and after care is available and can be arranged at registration.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Special Education Summer Camps Available
1st Step Camp - Ages: 5-10 Years
Jr/Sr Camp - Ages: 11 & Up
Special Needs Sign-up Procedures: Please call Ose at (310) 450-0035 x32
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Cheerleading, Weightloss, Soccer, Gymnastics, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Youth, Kinder, Team & Special Education Camps Available.
CAMP LOCATION: Our Camp Website Link: broadwaygym.com
DIRECTIONS FROM SANTA MONICA: Travel Southeast on LINCOLN BLVD. Turn LEFT on W. JEFFERSON BLVD. Turn LEFT onto BEETHOVEN STREET.
HIGHWAY DIRECTIONS- Travel Southeast on LINCOLN BLVD. Turn LEFT onto OLYMPIC BLVD. Take I-10 E towards LOS ANGELES. Take I-405 S. to the 90 E. (Marina Freeway) Turn LEFT on CENTINELA. Turn RIGHT on JEFFERSON BLVD. Turn RIGHT on BEETHOVEN.
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CAMP FACILITIES: MODERN FACILITY: Broadway Gymnastic School is a stateof-the-art gymnastics and children’s fitness facility offering all equipment used in the Olympics as well as trampolines, mini tramp, tumble trak, creative obstacle courses and the zip-line (a favorite among our campers). We also have an activity room, lunch room, arts & crafts room, dance studio and free wi-fi.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our spectacular gymnastics and sports camp incorporates exercise and education into a fun-filled day program. Gymnastics is paired with a variety of sports, arts, drama, field trips, and an exciting array of activities captivates all ages until the camper goes home at 12:30 or 3pm. Before and after care is available and can be arranged at registration.
ACTIVITIES/TRIPS: Gymnastics is the foundation of our 2015 fitness day camp activities. Ball sports, swimming, arts and crafts, drama, music and dance round out the curriculum. We are also known for our educational field trips: Kid Concepts, Whale Watching, Sky Zone, Aquarium of the Pacific, California Science Center and Adventureplex.
Dance, music, art and science activities are scheduled throughout the summer. Campers get the chance to try new activities, discover new talents and gain confidence in themselves. Other special themed days include Bring- A-Friend Day, Karaoke, bounce houses, zip-lining, plus Water Days filled with water balloon activities and swimming adventures. At the end of each week BGS will host a Friday Night Traffic Jam Party from 3-3:30pm!
EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS: Your child’s day will begin with gymnastics. Our training emphasizes the educational as well as the physical benefits of gymnastics such as concentration, self-discipline, psychological and emotional development, social adjustment and artistic expression. Positive feedback is constantly given so the camper not only develops good physical functioning of the body, but also gains self-confidence, self-respect, grace and poise. A customized curriculum has been designed for campers with special needs.
STAFF: The staff is headed by Broadway Gymnastic School Owners and Directors, Michael & Mary Cates and Facilities Manager & Camp Supervisor J.T. Moyé. Camp programs designed by the Cates are applauded by parents for the educational benefits, safety standards and enjoyment their children receive during the program. J.T. has been an integral part of the Camp program for many years, he has a B.F.A. in Acting from the University of Connecticut and has had an accomplished career in the Theatre on Broadway.
Camp staff have backgrounds in child development, physical education, psychology and recreation as well as gymnastics. All staff are first aid & USAG certified. Broadway’s first rate staff & our commitment to our students makes certain all campers get the most out of each day!
COMPETITIVE TRAINING: An innovative summer training program has been designed for our pre-competitive and competitive gymnasts. World-class coaches train boys and girls for all levels of competition. Videotaping, dance and gymnastic related outings are planned for enrichment and cross training. We welcome competitive gymnasts who are vacationing in Los Angeles to join us.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We created our Coach in Training (CIT) program for children ages 10-15 years as a way to transition older campers. It is an excellent opportunity for campers to gain valuable work experience and foster responsibility.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our spectacular gymnastics and sports camp incorporates exercise and education into a fun-filled day program. Gymnastics paired with other sports as well as art, drama, fieldtrips, and swimming ensures children will get the most out of each day. Camp begins at 9am and is filled with an exciting array of activities to captivate all ages until the camper goes home at 12:30 or 3pm. We offer flexible scheduling as well as before (8am-9am) and aftercare (3pm-5:30pm) for youth campers.
Youth Camp
Ages: 5-12
Hours: 9am-3pm
Kinder Camp
Ages 3½-5
Hours: 9am-12:30pm
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have been "helping children grow" since 1979. There is a place for everyone at BGS, whether your child wants to learn a new sport, stay in shape, has special needs or hopes to become an Olympic competitor. Known for our safe and nurturing environment, our instructors are caring professionals trained to encourage your child to have fun while participating in our motivating gymnastic program.
Our 29,000 sq. ft. facility offers you dynamic gymnastic classes, spectacular birthday parties, memorable camps and much more all year long. As educators in special education and gymnastics for over 30 years, our personal care and involvement will ensure that your child receives a positive and productive experience.
Health and fitness is the gift of life and Broadway Gymnastic School welcomes you to enjoy our facility and the sport of gymnastics. All our programs are educationally based and we offer a wide variety of physical education services. Please contact our office for more information. Our staff will be happy to assist you. Thank you for choosing the best gym for children in LA! (KNBC News)
OTHER CAMP INFO: Our Camp Website Link: www.broadwaygym.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Download Registration form/Session Dates/ Fees: Our Camp Website Link: www.broadwaygym.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
COACH IN TRAINING PROGRAM
We created our Coach in Training (CIT) program for children ages 10-15 years as a way to transition older campers. It is an excellent opportunity for campers to gain valuable work experience and foster responsibility.
For employment info please visit: Our Camp Website Link: broadwaygym.com.
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Visit Our River Way Ranch Camp Website
800-821-2801, 559-787-2551
Inquiry[AT]RiverWayRanchCamp.com
River Way Ranch Camp
6450 Elwood Road
Sanger, CA
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 7 to 16 years old
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Traditional Overnight Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Cheerleading, Soccer, Gymnastics, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Computers, Technology, Adventure, Travel, and more. Paintball, Wakeboarding/Waterskiing, Unique Evening Programs Such As Counselor Hunt, Ropes Challenge Course, Film Making, Laser Tag, Arts & Crafts, Dance, Archery, Riflery & So Much More.
CAMP LOCATION: Located in the beautiful foothills of the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, River Way Ranch Camp attracts children from all over the world. Children choose from over 75 activities. In addition to regular camp activities, we offer classes in water-skiing, waverunners, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, mini-bikes and go-karts. Overnight trips to the Sequoia's are also favorites.
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CAMP FACILITIES: River Way Ranch Camp operates as a resort 9 months out of the year when camp is not in session. Campers stay in air-conditioned cabins, and sleep 8 to a room, with two counselors. Cabins are complete with a private bathroom and shower, closest and sink area. River Way Ranch Camp is a beautiful facility, complete with stables, basketball and tennis courts, three pools, an on-site lake, and a high and low ropes course facility.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: River Way campers are divided into divisions. The Buckaroos (ages 7-9) have two counselors with each cabin group at all times. They receive a challenging diversified schedule, teaching them many new skills. Beginning at age 10, Rancheros and Seniors have free choices of activity. Transportation is available by charter bus from Southern and Northern California, as well as airport transportation from Fresno International Airport (FAT).
For more information, please visit our web site at Our Camp Website Link: www.riverwayranchcamp.com or call 1 (800) 821-2801 for a brochure and video.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Campers in Action Program (CIA) and Counselor in Training Program (CIT) available for campers ages 14 years of age and older.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Wonder Valley Family Camp, where everyone is a kid again! Join us for Family Camp August 17 - August 22, 2014.
For more information about our Family Camp, please visit, Our Camp Website Link: www.wondervalleyfamilycamp.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For dates and rates, please view our website at, Our Camp Website Link: riverwayranchcamp.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Please contact our HR Director, Jason Rich, at Jason[AT]RiverWayRanchCamp.com for more information on employment opportunities.
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River Way Ranch Camp
Visit Our Bay Leaf Kitchen Camp 2017 Website
650-731-2428
info[AT]bayleafkitchen.org
Yosemite & 3rd Street
San Francisco, California 94124
CAMPER AGES: 8-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Bay Leaf Kitchen summer camps teach hands-on cooking basics with a focus on fresh and healthy ingredients. Every week-long session includes an overnight farm trip where campers have the opportunity to harvest vegetables, cook, play in the dirt and camp out under the stars. New in summer 2017, each week will offer uniquely themed curriculum which will allow campers to delve deeply into an interest of their choosing.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Adventure, and more. Cooking, Farming & Gardening
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Bay Leaf Kitchen summer camps teach hands-on cooking basics with a focus on fresh and healthy ingredients. Every week-long session includes an overnight farm trip where campers have the opportunity to harvest vegetables, cook, play in the dirt and camp out under the stars. New in summer 2017, each week will offer uniquely themed curriculum which will allow campers to delve deeply into an interest of their choosing.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Bay Leaf Kitchen's CIT program allows teens with a passion for the culinary arts to further develop their kitchen and leadership abilities. Bay Leaf's CIT program offers a unique opportunity for teens to engage with their peers, further advance their kitchen skills by working hand in hand with the pros, and feel empowered throughout the whole summer.
CIT's at Bay Leaf Kitchen receive training both during an orientation in June as well as during the sessions they sign up for. CITs are tasked with a host of responsibilities including generating camp curriculum, leading instructional lessons for campers and fostering a sense of community throughout the summer.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camp scholarships are available through filling out a form on the Bay Leaf Kitchen website.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Bay Leaf Kitchen's CIT program allows teens with a passion for the culinary arts to further develop their kitchen and leadership abilities. Bay Leaf's CIT program offers a unique opportunity for teens to engage with their peers, further advance their kitchen skills by working hand in hand with the pros, and feel empowered throughout the whole summer.
CIT's at Bay Leaf Kitchen receive training both during an orientation in June as well as during the sessions they sign up for. CITs are tasked with a host of responsibilities including generating camp curriculum, leading instructional lessons for campers and fostering a sense of community throughout the summer.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Frequently Asked Questions:
Can my child’s dietary restrictions/vegetarian/food allergies be accommodated? Yes, Bay Leaf Kitchen can accommodate most camper’s dietary restrictions. If you have a specific question about this, please email usinfo[AT]bayleafkitchen.org
Do I need to provide a tent or other camping equipment for the overnight farm trip? No, your camper will not need to bring their own tent. For the overnight camping trip your child will need his or her own sleeping bag, clothes and personal items.
What is Bay Leaf Kitchen's background/experience? The Bay Leaf Kitchen team have an extensive background in camping, cooking, teaching and education management. For a detailed history please check out our Who We Are or Mission & Values pages.
What kind of knives or other equipment will campers be using? Campers will be using age appropriate kitchen equipment including safe knives, stoves, ovens, and mixers with guidance and supervision of Bay Leaf Kitchen staff.
What is your cancellation policy? Our refund policy is designed to discourage last minute cancellations and to help families on the waiting list. The tuition is refundable (minus a $50.00 application fee) for requests received in writing, via e-mail, to info[AT]bayleafkitchen.org before May 15th, 2017. After May 15th, there is no refund unless the space can be filled by another camper. During camp, there is no refund for camper illness, missed days, vacations, or dismissal from the program. Classes may be subject to change.
Please email info[AT]bayleafkitchen.org if you have any other questions.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
9 am to 4 pm Monday ––Wednesday in the Bayview District of San Francisco, Thursday night camp-out at Eatwell Farm returning Friday afternoon at 4:00PM
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Bay Leaf Kitchen Camp 2017
Visit Our Go Girls! Camp Website
510.550.5340
julie[AT]glitterandrazz.com
5 Bay Area Locations, CA
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 6-9, 10 and 11, or 12-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This summer, Go Girls! will learn to #BeAmazing by journeying across Earth, Water, Sky, and Space to make a difference and learn just how much they matter! Through theater, music, and arts education, girls will work together to make and perform their own plays that we believe will change the world.
Each session of Go Girls! Camp and Go Girls!/Reel Stories is 2 weeks long and runs June 20-August 19.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: This season, Go Girls! Camp will be held in 5 locations around the Bay Area! Join us at one of our camps in Berkeley, Oakland, Palo Alto, or San Francisco!
Check out our website for information on all of our locations, dates, and session options! Our Camp Website Link: gogirlscamp.com
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CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Do you want to lead younger Go Girls! in the Compassion Revolution? Check out or Go Girls! Leadership Team here: Our Camp Website Link: gogirlscamp.com
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Go Girls Camp
Visit Our Youth Empowered Action (YEA) Camp Massachusetts Website
415-710-7351
info[AT]yeacamp.org
Nature's Classroom
73 Pumpkin Lane
Charlton, Massachusetts 01507
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
YEA Camp New York - 7/17-7/24 2016 High Falls, NY
YEA Camp California - 8/6-8/13 2016 Pescadero, CA
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
2150 Allston Way
Ste 460
Berkeley, CA 94704
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Youth Empowered Action (YEA) Camp Massachusetts Video
CAMPER AGES: 12-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. 1 week session
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: YEA Camp is a life-changing camp for worldnchanging teens. Our week long overnight camps are for 12-17 year olds who want to make the world a better place.
Founded in 2009, on the belief that kids are naturally compassionate and want to make a difference in the world. Whether they care about climate change, bulleying, homelessness, animal cruelty, gay rights, all of the above, or another important issue, Campers learn to take action to bring about the change they wish to see in the world.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Academics, and more. Leadership Camp Dedicated To Educating Teenagers On How To Make A Difference In The World.
CAMP LOCATION: YEA Camp Massachusetts is located at beautiful Nature's Classroom, in Charlton, MA - about an hour and a half west of Boston and 3 hours from Manhattan. This beautiful facility is 500 acres on the shore of Prindle Pond and has stunning hiking trails.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We stay in really nice modern buildings and dorm style rooms, each with two bunk beds. Each room has its own private bathroom with sink and shower. There is electricity, hot water, and all the basics.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: YEA Camp is a unique and inspiring leadership summer camp for youth 12-17 who care about community service, activism and social justice. A week-long sleep-away program in a beautiful camp location, YEA is designed to be a fun and transformative experience that builds life-long friendships between youth with similar interests. Our program also provides a meaningful opportunity for campers to learn more about some of the issues facing our planet and to get inspired and empowered to take action on those issues.
Campers choose an issue of importance to them (for example, some have chosen climate change, racism, homophobia, homelessness, animal rights) and at YEA they build the knowledge, skills, confidence, and community to take action on that issue long after camp is over. Youth who have participated in our programs report that the camp was one of the most fun, rewarding and life-changing experiences they have had, and, with YEA's community support, have gone on to start school clubs, plan fundraisers for nonprofits, organize community clean-ups, and attend hearings to comment about important community issues.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships and financial aid available.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
When: July 2 - July 9 2016
Where: Charlton, MA
Cost: $1400
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.yeacamp.org for more information or to register
Contact: info[AT]yeacamp.org or 415-710-7351
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Visit Our Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp Website
888-762-2263
info[AT]rockcamp.com
5259 Lankershim Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 91601
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
We have camps in various locations throughout the year lasting from 1-5 days. Dates and Rock Stars in attendance vary. Please visit our website for the latest info.
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: Any
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Experiences range from 1-5 days
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: You on Stage with Rock Stars! Jam, Rehearse, Write, Record and Perform with the World's Greatest Rock Stars! As a participant in a Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp™ 4 Day Destination Camp, you'll be placed in a band with a Rock Star counselor, learn or perfect your knowledge of an instrument, write, record and perform an original song with your band, get schooled by Rock and Roll's greatest talents, and perform live on stage at a major venue in front of your family and friends! Most participants have some musical skills ranging from beginner, to intermediate to master. We will group you accordingly. We also offer a Young Rockers group for ages 12 -16. See our line-up of Rock Stars in our menu of upcoming camps on our website.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, Travel, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the heart of Hollywood near Universal Studios and many other attractions.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Fully stocked with top of the line gear and instruments including Roland, Zildjian, DW, Remo, Fender, Gibson, Electro-Voice etc. The facility has been graced with the presence of Steve Tyler and other of similar caliber.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: As a participant in a Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp™, you'll get the rock and roll royal treatment! You'll live the rock n' roll lifestyle day and night, learning or perfecting your knowledge of an instrument, practicing and jamming with your band, and learning the ins and outs of the music business - all in the company of some serious Rock Stars!
All musical levels are welcome from beginners to retirees.
When you book a Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp™ Corporate Team-Building Program, your group will participate in a unique and cutting edge team building experience that engages them as they write and perform an original (well known) song about your company's product or service, values, goals and message. Your organization will be motivated and energized as they effortlessly gravitate away from problem-based thinking and move towards resolutions, success and an action-oriented mindset through the power of rock 'n' roll. The Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp method delivers lasting results every time and is guaranteed to impact your company in the most memorable, innovative and creative way while having a ton of fun at the same time! These events can be held anywhere and be customized to your liking. No musical experience is required.
Here's a sneak peek at what to expect at a 4 Day Destination Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp™:
• Small group instruction with celebrity musicians
• Campers are placed in a band with a rock star counselor for the entire duration of the camp. We place you in a band based on all of the information your provide upon registration - i.e. skill level, musical preferences etc.
• You'll have the opportunity to learn from and jam with the other Rock Stars Counselors in the evenings during master classes and themed jam rooms.
• Write and record an original song with your band!
• Perform live on stage to a sold out audience at a major Rock Venue
• Special guest and counselor-led master class sessions in drums, bass, guitar, songwriting, etc.
• Daily meals with celebrity musicians and campers
• Rehearsal time at professional rehearsal studios (you'll play where the stars play!)
• Plenty of opportunities for photos and autographs as guest stars walk through the camp all week (so be sure to bring your camera and sharpies!)
• A link to your grand finale performance = you rockin' out live on stage at a concert venue
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our counselors have performed for huge crowds in worldwide arena tours and played on numerous gold records that you have played along with for years!
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Payment plans are available - call our office to inquire.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): The camp is a perfect gift for the musicain in your life.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Check our website for the latest information.
OTHER CAMP INFO: We pride ourselves on a non-competitive and encouraging enviornment.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check our website for the latest information on Rock Stars in attendance and dates and locations of upcoming camps
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Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp
Visit Our Camp-A-Lot and Camp-A-Little Website
619-685-1175
ltaylor[AT]arc-sd.com
3030 Market Street
San Diego, California 92102
CAMPER AGES: 5-70
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): The Arc of San Diego
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Summer resident camp program designed for children, teens and adults with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities. Health Supervisor (RN or LVN) on site 24 hours/day. Staff to camper ratio is 1:1 through 1:5 and depends on the needs of the camper. Limited spaces available for campers who use wheelchairs.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Our facility in 2014 is the Cuyamaca Outdoor School (we lease) in Descanso, California. Camp is located about 45 miles east of our offices near Downtown San Diego. Facility is wheelchair accessible, and located within the Cuyamaca Rancho State Park.
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CAMP FACILITIES: 6 large camper cabins that have restrooms and showers and are all wheelchair accessible, outdoor pool, recreation lodges, indoor dining hall, outdoor basketball court, picnic area, infirmary, sports field and 3 amphitheaters (1 large and 2 small), access to several hiking trails within the State Park. Pines, cedars, oaks and grassy meadow.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Traditional summer camp activities include campfire programs, carnivals, talent shows, theme dances, camp olympics, kickball, t-ball, softball, dinosaur egg hunts, crafts and specialty classes like cooking, dance classes, soap making, frisbee golf and more. Everything is adapted when necessary to allow anyone with a disability to participate.
Camp-A-Lot was started in 1964, is sponsored by The Arc of San Diego and is accredited by The American Camp Association.
Staff are pre-screened, interviewed, references checked, complete a background check via the FBI, the Department of Justice and the National Sex Offenders Registry, pass a phycial and a drug test prior to being accepted. Staff go through 4 days of intensive training before camp sessions start. Training includes behavior intervention, health & safety procedures, disability awareness and more.
Camp-A-Lot & Camp-a-Little not only provide 5 days of fun, adventure and socialization for our campers, it also gives their families and care-providers a much needed break.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Counselor Aides In Training program available for campers 16 years and older, contact Camp Director for more information.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Some scholarships available, contact us for more information and guidelines.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2014 Sessions are:
Session #1: Camp-A-Lot, adults ages 18 and older; July 20th through July 24th, 2014.
Session #2: Camp-A-Lot, adults ages 18 and older AND Camp-A-Little, child/teens ages 5-17; July 27th through July 31st, 2014.
NOTE: Camp-A-Lot and Camp-A-Little during Session #2 are held at the same time at the same camp. Children/teen campers are in separate cabins from adults campers and have their own dedicated staff, swim time, dining room tables and most activities.
Contact us for 2014 prices. Camp Registration Materials are sent out in April 2014 via mail and/or e-mail and our forms are available on our website also.
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CampALot and CampALittle
Visit Our Eurosoccer Academy of the USA Website
570-629-2125
train[AT]intensesoccer.com
305 Steven Lane
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania 18360
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Pennsylvania, New Jersey, California, and New York
CAMPER AGES: Age 15-23
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. 12 days, 3 weeks, 4 weeks or 5 weeks
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, Travel, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the beautiful Pocono area, Stroudsburg, PA. Our camps in Europe are located in Estoril/Cascais, Portugal, known as the "Portuguese Riviera", with glorious sunrises and spectacular sunsets & Valencia, Spain, 50 meters from the beach on the Costa de Azahar (in a residential area of the city of Castellon, a Valencian community).
Train with us in this professional environment, with professional coaches! Call us for more information at 570-629-2125, or e-mail at train[AT]intensesoccer.com
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.intensesoccer.com.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We bring our coaches and expertize to your community.In Portugal & Spain we stay at 4 star hotels, e have breakfast, lunch & dinner at the hotel's restaurant, all you can eat buffet, 2-3 practices per day with professional coaches, guided tours of Lisbon & Valencia, official games and more.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our 18th Anniversary testifies to our success. We have developed the most effective way to introduce the European style soccer to our American & Canadian players.
Our paramount goal is to achieve excellence in soccer while creating a healthy and friendly environment for all attendees. We want to inspire them, contributing to the fulfillment of their dreams. Particular attention is paid to our players' physical, tactical, technical, and psychological development. We strive to create a bond between the players and follow their development throughout the years.
Our program goes far beyond a regular soccer vacation. I am confident your players will integrate rapidly and enjoy our high quality soccer program while having a great time.
Alexander Szasz, ESA of the USA Director of Coaching, holds a B.A., M.A. in Physical Education from the Institute of Physical Education & Sports in Bucharest, Romania & Wingate Institute in Tel Aviv, has 32 years of coaching experience, is the Founder & Director of Coaching of Eurosoccer Academy of the USA (since 1996) & our coaches from Spain & Portugal are experienced coaches from Benfica, Estoril FC & Valencia FC.
Our training program will become a great motivation for all participants. We provide soccer education and training at its best.
Visit us at Our Camp Website Link: www.intensesoccer.com, e-mail: train[AT]intensesoccer.com or call us at 570-629-2125
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Train like a Pro with Eurosoccer Academy of the USA. We provide intensive soccer training programs in the US: PA, NY, NY & CA and also in Europe. Check out our Elite European soccer destinations! Live, Train & Play like a Pro in Spain, Portugal & Romania with top Pro clubs. We provide intensive soccer training programs for intermediate, advanced & elite players, U16 - U23.
Best college prep camps in Europe & great opportunity to earn tryouts. Enroll today at Our Camp Website Link: www.intensesoccer.com. For more information call us at 570-629-2125 or e-mail at train[AT]intensesoccer.com
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Five months & year round training programs with European professional clubs available upon admission;
pre-requisite: attending the summer training program
OTHER CAMP INFO: Eurosoccer Academy of the USA provides intensive youth & young adults soccer training with top professional coaches from Spain & Portugal. We are confident you will be challenged & appreciate the experience & international exposure.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Where? NY, PA, NJ & CA. Are you from a different state? Contact us to schedule your local soccer event for field players and GK
When? 8/03-8/07/14 & 8/10-8/14/14; age 9-14 & 14-18; 3 hour Goal Keeper clinic on 8/7 & 8/14/14
Spain & Portugal: Individual Players Program: field players and goalkeepers(M. & F., age: 15-23):
4 weeks: Portugal-Spain(7/02 - 7/30/14). Cost: $5,141
12 days: Spain (7/19 - 7/30/14). Cost: $2,991
12 days: Portugal (7/09 - 7/20/14). Cost $2,991
For more information call us at 570-629-2125
E-mail: train[AT]intensesoccer.com or visit Our Camp Website Link: www.intensesoccer.com.
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Eurosoccer Academy of the USA
Visit Our Camp Gan Israel- Contra Costa Website
925-937-4101
camp[AT]jewishcontracosta.com
The Athenian School
2100 Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd
Danville, CA 94506
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Camp Gan Israel Office Address is 1671 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Gan Israel- Contra Costa Video
CAMPER AGES: 3 - 12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Day camp with 2 overnights for grades 3 & up
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Jewish.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Gan Israel offers an exceptional Jewish experience with swimming, sports, arts, two weekly trips and overnight camping. Two, 3-week sessions, June 27- August 4, 2016; 9:00 -3:30 pm, after care options and bus transportation available.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Baseball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Swimming, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Science, Travel, and more. Hula Hooping, Woodworking, Jewelry Beading. Scrapbooking, Nature Hikes, Kosher Cooking, Archery. For Kiddy Camp We Have Tumble Time Express, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Happy Feet Soccer & Music With Ms. Zhanna.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Gan Israel is located at the Athenian School on the foothills of Mt. Diablo. Every Tuesday & Thursday fantiastic field trips are taken to wonderful acitvities in the Bay Area. Please visit our webiste for lots of camp photos and videos.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Gan Israel enjoys air-conditioned classrooms with superb sports fields, an archery ranges and swimming pool.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Swimming supervised by certified life guards.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT Leadership program for those entering 7th and 8th grades. New CIT traveling Camp program August 1-4, 2016. A 4-day, 3 night LA overnight to Disneyland & Magic Mountain.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited Finiancial Aid available upon application.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Gan Israel offers two 3-week sessions. Session 1 is June 27-July 15, 2016, Session 2 is July 18-August 4, 2016. There is a discount for enrolling for all 6 weeks.
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Camp Gan Israel Contra Costa
Visit Our Avid4 Adventure Website
800.977.9873
info[AT]avid4.com
2805 Wilderness Place
Suite 100
Boulder, CO 80301
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
We have multiple day camp locations throughout the Front Range of Colorado (12); Bay area of California (9), Minneapolis, Minnesota; Portland and Bend Oregon; and Seattle, Washington.
Our overnight camps are located in Orinda, California; Bailey, Evergreen and Boulder, Colorado.
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
2805 Wilderness Place #100
Boulder, CO 80302
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Avid4 Adventure Video
CAMPER AGES: Day Camps: Pre-K- 5th grade; Overnight Camps: 1st - 12th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Day Camps: Monday - Friday, 9-3pm *Extended Care Available. Overnight camps: 4 day to 2 week sessions
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Experience the power of authentic outdoor adventure this summer! Avid4 Adventure summer camps teach pre-K – 12th graders of all levels to climb, paddle, bike, hike and thrive in the outdoors. With help from our time-tested curriculum and experienced instructors, we give campers solid outdoors skills and character-shaping confidence they can use at camp and beyond, launching them into a lifetime of empowering adventure.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Horses/Equestrian, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Backpacking, Hiking & So Much More!
CAMP LOCATION: Avid4 Adventure offers multi-sport day camps along the front range in Colorado and the Bay Area in California, as well as overnight camps and Teen Leadership Programs in Bailey & Evergreen, Colorado.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Overnight camp locations at Windy Peak & Mt. Evans are in gorgeous locations in the Rocky Mountains, Colorado.
Our facilities have the look and feel of the quintessential sleep-away camp, complete with great and healthy food, comfortable lodging and plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure. Camper loging are all single-sex and staff supervised. Our Head Chef has an advanced culinary degree and a passion for healthy eating, oversees a professional staff that cooks up delicious meals and accommodates food allergies and other dietary requests (such as vegan and gluten-free).
We also have teen travel Expedition programs for 5th-12th graders where campers sleep in tents every night and adventure every day with drop off locations in Boulder, Colorado and Orinda, California.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Avid4 Adventure offers multi-sport day camps along the front range in Colorado and the Bay Area in California, as well as overnight camps and Teen Leadership Programs in Bailey & Evergreen, Colorado. Camps are fun and inspiring with activities that include Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Kayaking, Canoeing & much more!
Overnight camps also include Whitewater Rafting, Fly Fishing, Whitewater Rafting, Archery, Tree Climbing, Horseback Riding and Backpacking Expeditions. Day Camps for grades Pre-K-5th grade, Overnight Camp for grades 1st-8th and Teen Leadership Training for grades 9-12th. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: avid4.com for more information.
American Camp Association Accredited.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Staff-in-Training programs
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Avid4 Adventure is accepting application to our Financial Assistance program: Our Camp Website Link: avid4.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: avid4.com to see specific details regarding dates and times.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are seeking applicants that have a passion for kids and interests & experience in some or all of the following activities: hiking, biking, rock climbing, SUPing, canoeing, kayaking, overnight expeditions and outdoor education.
We were voted to the Outside Magazine Bests Place to Work for four years in a row!
Working with Avid4 Adventure, you will help inspire budding outdoor enthusiasts and become part of an incredible team of adventurers. Each summer, we hire Instructors, Camp Leadership, Facilities and Kitchen staff.
Check out all available positions at our Avid4 Adventure Jobs page, and click through to our Online Application at Our Camp Website Link: avid4.com.
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Avid4 Adventure
Visit Our Stage Door Conservatory Website
209-213-2103 (Berkeley, CA)
stagedoorconservatory[AT]yahoo.com
1953 Hopkins Street
Berkeley, CA 94707
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
MAIL ADDRESS: 2211 Spaulding, Berkeley, CA 94703
TEL: (209) 213-2103 WEB: stagedoorconservatory.org
CAMPER AGES: 8 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Day - 9 AM - 3:30 PM, aftercare can be arranged with community providers.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Swimming, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in a community center at the Epworth Community Church 1953 Hopkins Street in North Berkeley. Safe, accessible via public transportation, and near amenities, such as a local library, park and public swimming pool, the center has been our summer home for more than a decade. (Although we are based at the center as a summer occupant, our program is not in any way religiously focused.)
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CAMP FACILITIES: The community center has multiple indoor rooms which are used for dancing, singing, acting and art during our performance rehearsal process.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Is your child theatrical? Like the limelight? Enjoy the joyful, imaginative play of performance? Love to sing or dance or act, or just ''ham it up?''
Does he or she love the books and plays of Roald Dahl? Enjoy full length musicals like ''Disney's CAMP ROCK, The Musical' or ''CARRIE, The Musical? If so, consider sending them to Stage Door Conservatory, one of the East Bay's most popular summer musical theater camps.
Based in North Berkeley since 1999, our camps provide a rewarding, enriching, memorable summer experience for creative and creatively-curious children in grades 2 - 12. No experience is needed, though even young actors with well-honed skills enjoy spending their summers at our camp, often explaining ''it's the summer of a life-time.''
We offer four popular summer programs: KIDS ON STAGE, ON BROADWAY, TEENS ON STAGE and BACKSTAGE for children entering 2nd grade - just graduating 12th. All our programs include a strong conservatory focus and emphasize the integral value and importance of each child's contribution to our productions.
KIDS ON STAGE - For youth entering 2nd - 6th grade.
Each two week session of KOS produces a short play based on a popular children's book, and concludes with a final performance for friends and family. In addition to rehearsing a play, campers will sing, dance, act and learn about stage craft. Swimming, one afternoon a week.
Sessions are held from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Session 1 : June 30, 2014 - July 11, 2014 (No Camp July 4th)
Session 2: July 14, 2014 - July 25, 2014
Session 3: July 28, 2014 - August 8, 2014
Cost: $700
ON BROADWAY - For youth entering the 5th - 10th grade.
PRESENTING Disney's Camp Rock, The Musical
This four-week camp runs June 23, 2014 - July 19, 2014, culminating with three public performances. As members of our conservatory, all campers sing, dance, act and learn about stage craft. Swimming, one afternoon a week.
Cost$1420
TEENS ON STAGE - For youth entering the 8th - just graduating 12th grade.
PRESENTING Carrie, The Musical.
This six-week camp runs July 7, 2014 - August 17, 2014, culminating in a professionally-staged production of Carrie, The Musical. As members of our conservatory, all campers sing, dance, act and learn about stage craft. No audition required for enrollment, however, auditions for lead roles are held in March. Please email us for more information.
Cost$ 2120
Contact stagedoorconservatory[AT]yahoo.com or 209-213-2103 for information or visit our website at stagedoorconservatory.org
PLEASE NOTE Children with all levels of experience are welcome to join us! Our camps are based in North Berkeley for children in grades 2 � 12. Financial aid available.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: BACKSTAGE - For youth entering the 8th — just graduating 12th grade.
BACKSTAGE is an exciting counselor-in-training program for teenagers. Each counselor will select a specific focus, such as choreography, stage and set design, music, costuming, stage management or direction. Counselors will be actively engaged in one or more of our productions and gain valuable vocational training in their area of focus.
Apprentices are scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily for a period of two to eight weeks between the dates of June 23 and August 17. Email us at stagedoorconservatory[AT]yahoo.com for an application and interview.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available.
OTHER CAMP INFO: OUR MISSION, PHILOSOPHY and SHOWS
Stage Door Conservatory nurtures the social, emotional and intellectual development of children using by the performing arts as a vehicle of learning. By supporting children to express themselves as theater artists and engage collaboratively with others in the creative process, we help them develop both confidence in themselves and their potential and greater acceptance, appreciation and respect for others.
OUR GOALS
We will create experiences that nurture and support the creative lives of young persons, using musical theater as a vehicle for learning.
Our programs will serve youth in grades 2 through 12.
Our programs will offer youth a rich conservatory experience, providing them with opportunities to develop their skills as singers, actors and dancers, learn the art of stage-craft and perform publically as an ensemble in high caliber productions.
We will offer our programs to actors with all levels of prior experience and skill, providing opportunities for each participant to express themselves creatively and participate meaningfully in our productions.
We will encourage our young actors to regard and support one another as equal members of a collaborative ensemble, where each person's contributions are valued equally.
We will encourage our audiences to become members of a special circle of support and celebrate our young performers, not only participate as bystanders.
We will encourage our participants to reflect on their own lives, as well as the cultural, social, moral and spiritual themes represented in our productions, both to help them develop their understanding of theater and the contexts in which it was been created. We will help young performers to develop their capacities for empathy and respect for others, as they explore the human themes depicted in our plays.
We will encourage our young actors to co-create a community of caring with one another, and to communicate with one another with respect.
CORE VALUES
Stage Door Conservatory supports the livelihood of children and youth in our community by engaging them in inspirational performing arts programs. These programs are based on the seven tenets. We believe:
Theater provides powerful opportunities for learning about oneself, others and the world.
The performing arts provide youth with excellent opportunities to both express themselves and engage in an invaluable process of collaboration with others.
A conservatory offers young actors the opportunity to immerse themselves in all aspects of theater.
We will strive to ensure that every each young person in our program has a meaningful experience as a performer, whatever their prior experience and skill.
Youth from different backgrounds benefit from the opportunity to collaborate creatively with one another.
High quality theater is achieved through maintaining and understanding artistic discipline. Youth can create plays of exceptional quality.
CAMP LIFE Many children regard Stage Door Conservatory a home away from home because we focus on creating a sense of community for everyone who join us. During our first week together, as in all subsequently weeks, we will focus on developing a strong sense of esprit d-corps among our campers ... encouraging the creation of new bonds between the children who are becoming newly acquainted as members of our ensemble, as well as the renewal of old bond among children who have spent prior summers together as members of our camp. Both ON BROADWAY and TEENS ON STAGE include many alumni who participate in our program year after year. If your child is joining us for the first time, please let them know that are not alone and that they will be welcomed and cared for ... within a day he or she will feel as much a part of ON BROADWAY and TEENS ON STAGE as everyone else!
AN ENSEMBLE and CONSERVATORY PHILOSOPHY
Both ON BROADWAY and TEENS ON STAGE are ensemble-based programs. During our first weeks together, we will encourage our young actors to collaborate in the creative process together and to appreciate and support one another as persons and performers. We will emphasize the unique importance of each child who is a part of our production, whether they are performing in a lead role or as a member of our ensemble. Because we are a conservatory, in addition to rehearsing and performing in a high caliber production, children participate in every aspect of our production, from costuming, to set-design, to props development.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
COST:
KIDS ON STAGE: $700 (2 weeks)
ON BROADWAY: $1,420 (4 weeks)
TEENS ON STAGE: $2,120 (6 weeks)
Some financial aid will be available to qualifying low-income families with a separate application. No audition is required for enrollment. Volunteer opportunities are available for parents and family members.
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Stage Door Conservatory
Visit Our Wizbots Robotics and Coding Summer Camps Website
(800) 625-2155
info[AT]wizbots.com
Burlingame, San Carlos, Los Altos, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Union City, Pleasanton
San Jose, CA 95123
CAMPER AGES: 8 - 14
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Full Day (9am-4pm), Half Day (9am-12pm or 1-4pm),
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The award winning Wizbots Summer Camps combines LEGO® robotics, Java coding, and lots of imagination to provide campers with a fun, applied way to learn Java programming and creative problem-solving. Our unique gamified curriculum instantly draws both novices and more advanced learners into a world of STEM, innovation, engineering, building and coding.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more. Robotics, LEGO, Coding, Java Programming
Virtually - Coding, Photography, Drawing, Financial Literacy, Virtual Travel, Public Speaking, Physics, Writing, & More.
CAMP LOCATION: As of April 2020, we now also offer virtual camps and classes at Our Camp Website Link: www.wizacademy.com.
For Summer 2020, we have had to close our in-person camps due to COVID-19. We are offering a variety of live, online classes instead at our WizAcademy. WizAcademy offers engaging and fun online courses with live, passionate mentors. Our wide variety of subjects are designed to spark curiosity, deepen knowledge, develop a creative problem-solving mindset and foster a love of learning.
Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.wizacademy.com for our full and most up-to-date summer schedule.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our camps are typically held in school classrooms, community centers, and churches and utilize outdoor playgrounds.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our campers are immersed in a hands-on and collaborative environment that cultivates and celebrates what we at Wizbots refer to as EPIC (Experimental, Persistent, Imaginative, Collaborative) qualities which are key to success. Kids journey through our extensive curriculum in pairs and at their own pace, tackling new project challenges and earning bands of recognition for leveling up. At Wizbots the journey is deep, so campers can join us week after week and always learn something new.
Parents also get to experience the fun as their child's project videos are posted online to see and share! Our camps are led by experienced Mentors with a passion for education and a deep sense of play and fun. Girls and boys, alike, find Wizbots instantly engaging and fun and learn so much during our camp!
Our regular camp is for campers aged 8-14 and our junior camp is open to campers aged 6-7.
To learn more and enroll please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.wizbots.com.
Wizbots combines LEGO® robotics, Java coding, and lots of imagination to provide a unique STEM learning experience for kids ages 8-14. Our Robotics & Coding Camps revolve around robotics so as to instantly engage and provide students with a fun, applied way to learn Java programming and creative problem-solving. Perfect for both novices and advanced campers, they all learn coding, engineering, and design in a hands-on, collaborative environment.
Campers journey through our extensive, gamified curriculum in pairs and at their own pace, tackling new project challenges with each move and earning bands of recognition with each promotion. The journey is deep, so campers can join us week after week and always learn something new. And, parents get to experience all the fun too as their child's project videos are posted online to see and share!
All camps are led by experienced Mentors with a passion for education and a deep sense of play and fun. Girls and boys, alike, find Wizbots instantly engaging, social, and fun!
We offer affordable half day, full day, and extended care options in convenient locations across the Bay Area. We operate year-round through Summer Camps, After School programs, and Birthday Parties. No matter when kids join us, they are always doing something new.
LEARN MORE AND ENROLL AT Our Camp Website Link: www.wizbots.com.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a volunteer Leader-in-Training program for teens at least 14 years of age. Learn more at Our Camp Website Link: wizbots.com
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please contact info[AT]wizbots.com to inquire about financial assistance.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Wizbots unique, year-round curriculum - our "Path to Mastery" - ensures kids of all abilities can be challenged and successful while advancing their powers of innovation. No matter when kids join us, they are always doing something new.
Wizbots After School Robotics & Coding Labs run at schools all around the Bay Area, and students attend our 90-minute Lab once a week. Learn more and enroll at Our Camp Website Link: www.wizbots.com.
Wizbots will also help you throw a fun Birthday Party for your child by bringing to your home a full cart of equipment and providing 90 minutes of hands-on robotics fun.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We are running week-long online classes from June 8, 2020 through August 14, 2020. The 90-minute classes meet Mondays through Fridays, with options offered throughout the day to fit your schedule.
Learn more at Our Camp Website Link: www.wizacademy.com.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire summer camp assistants and offer a Leader-in-Training program for younger teens. Job listings may be found here: Our Camp Website Link: wizbots.com
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Wizbots Robotics and Coding Summer Camps
Visit Our Castilleja Girls Day Camp Website
650-470-7833
summercamp[AT]castilleja.org
Castilleja School
1310 Bryant Street
Palo Alto, California 94301
CAMPER AGES: Entering Grades 2-6; CILT for Entering Grades 7-9
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Casti Camp, All Girls-All Day! Casti Camp at Castilleja School in Palo Alto is an all-day camp for girls where fun, learning and friendships are the focus. Casti Camp offers a range of age-appropriate activities including athletics, art, science, computers, writing, crafts, cooking, drama, dance and music classes each day. The all-girls setting creates a joyful and supportive environment where girls feel comfortable trying new activities, gaining new skills, and making great friends. Registration open to girls entering grades 2-6, with a CILT program for girls entering grades 7-9.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Soccer, Swimming, Team Sports, Science, Technology, Academics, and more. Students Enjoy A Selection Of Sports Activities, Including Yoga, Dance, Soccer, Swimming, Floor Hockey & More.
Additionally Our Counselors Offer Academic Courses Of Interest, Including Poetry, Foreign Languages, & Science.
For Those Students Particularly Interested In STEM, Please Learn More About Our I2 Camp Offered At Castilleja School, At Our Camp Website Link: www.castilleja.org.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on the beautiful campus of Castilleja School in Palo Alto, CA.
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CAMP FACILITIES: The camp uses Castilleja School's wonderful indoor and outdoor facilities, including gymnasiums, art rooms, stage, swimming pool, fields and classrooms.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For more than 45 years, Casti Camp at Castilleja School has provided girls an all-day camp where fun, learning and friendships have been the focus. Casti Camp offers a range of age-appropriate activities including athletics, art, science, computers, writing, crafts, cooking, drama, dance and music classes each day. In addition, there are weekly field trips and memorable traditions, including talent shows, counselor skits, prison ball, BBQ Wednesdays, and more. Activities are designed to encourage creativity, self-confidence, cooperation, risk-taking, and responsibility.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CILT program available for students entering grades 7-9. The CILT program is perfect for students who love the camp experience and want to develop their leadership skills.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available.
OTHER CAMP INFO: A delicious lunch is provided every day.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see website, Our Camp Website Link: www.castilleja.org for more information about our session dates and fees.
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Castilleja Girls Day Camp
Visit Our Camp Wamp Website
800-381-6891
info[AT]wamplerfoundation.org
255 Cal Road
Soda Springs, California 95728
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1014 9th St
Coronado , CA
92118
CAMPER AGES: 10-8
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Wamp is embraced by tall graceful pines and nestled on the banks of Deer Lake in Soda Springs, California. Beautiful flowers and plants grow naturally along the pathways and building entrances throughout the campground. Campers spend each night sleeping outdoors with the stars as their night light.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Camp Wamp offers one-week camp sessions for campers of all ages with physical disabilities. Children enjoy a sleep-away week of camping under the stars and experience everything the great outdoors has to offer. They create memories that last a lifetime.
Camp sessions are divided into two categories: PreTeens ages 8-12 and Teens ages 13-18.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Rock Walls, Lakefront Boating, STEAM Activities, & Talent Shows.
CAMP LOCATION: Minutes outside of Truckee CA , located on Deer Lake
Near Lake Tahoe
CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Wamp is a sleep away camp where kids camp out under the stars every night. There is a lake, a rock wall, recreation /dining hall and, the most trees you've ever seen covering many acres of forest.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: CAMP WAMP ACTIVITIES
Campers enjoy a variety of outdoor activities including; fishing, canoeing, singing around the camp fire, hiking, making new friends, participating in survival challenges, and much more.
All Camp Wamp sessions offer STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) experiences. STEAM will be introduced in an outdoor classroom setting where professionals introduce STEAM throughout the week at camp. STEAM is geared towards problem solving specific to the disabilities of each child.
Camp Wamp’s survival challenges encourage teamwork, self education, and fosters goal setting. We believe being a part of a team is one way to enjoy adventures that the wilderness of the High Sierra’s has to offer. Nature is our living classroom, and the more children are exposed to elements, the more they tend to appreciate the natural environment.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Always looking for CIT's to turn into counselors.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: See website
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): See website
OTHER CAMP INFO: The Stephen J Wampler Foundation incorporated in October 2001, becoming a fully recognized tax-exempt non-profit 501(c) 3 organization in March of 2002 (Tax ID number #80-0470847). Our outdoor programs started in August of 2004 when we welcomed our first 24 campers. The organization has grown over the past 17 years, and we have sponsored 1250 children.
Camp Wamp, located near North Lake Tahoe in the High Sierras, is a place where kids with physical challenges have the week of their life in the great outdoors. The kids of Camp Wamp leave the experience having learned to face life with a new sense of self-reliance, ambition, optimism and adventure. Most of these kids are also quick to say that Camp Wamp was the, “Best Week Ever”!.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See website
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Wamp is looking to fill their Summer 2022 Counselor roster. If you are interested please go to our website and apply. Campwamp.org
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Visit Our Best of the Best Camp Website
805-963-6233
camp[AT]kickboxers.com
122 E. Gutierrez St
Santa Barbara, California 93101
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Best of the Best Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 6-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Looking for a diverse day camp for your kids all summer? Best of the Best camp is packed with indoor and outdoor sports, games, creative crafts, local field trips, age-appropriate educational curriculum, self defense training, a reading program, and inspiring special guests. Kids will build character, be active, and keep their minds sharp over the summer break!
Ages 6-12. Mon-Fri., June 12 - Aug 18, 9am-4pm (Extended hours: 7:30am-6pm). $180-$250/week (discount for multiple weeks)
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Gymnastics, Swimming, Martial Arts, Math, Science, Academics, and more. Reading
CAMP LOCATION: We are right off the 101, on Garden Street exit. We are located between Santa Barbara and Anacapa Streets, just a few blocks from State St.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 3000 square feet of padded floor for indoor games and sports, as well as an Air Conditioned "Chill Zone" for the kids to cool off and play board games and eat snacks on hot days. Outside we have our Arts & Crafts tent where kids can get messy while having fun, and a paved area to play basketball, wall ball, nerf wars, water ballon toss, and other fun outside games.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Voted "Best of" Finalist in Santa Barbara Independent 2016
- All staff is CPR certified
- All staff has been Background Checked
- Our staff members are made up of physical fitness trainers, martial arts instructors, and trained after school tutors.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT / Leadership training is available for past campers only 13-16 years old.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp is between $180-$250 per week or $75 per day. See our website for more information. Our Camp Website Link: www.bestofthebestcamp.com
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Best of the Best Camp
Visit Our Ventura Family YMCA - Sequoia Lake Website
805-642-2131
sarah.abrams[AT]ciymca.org
107 W Tulare Ave
Visalia , CA 93277
MOST RECENT UPDATE:
More than 6 months ago. Contact camp for the latest 2026 camp info.
CAMPER AGES: 9 - 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Resident Camp
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Summer Overnight Camp
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Fine Arts/Crafts, Soccer, Swimming, Sailing, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: This camp is located in the 900 acres of forest surrounded by Sequoia and Kings Canyoun national Parks at a privately owned YMCA Lake Camp.
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CAMP FACILITIES: The camp is lake front and is the perfect location to explore the great outdoors, develop confidence and make memories that will last a lifetime. Activities include: sailing, high and low ropes courses, mountain biking, rock climbing, archery, swimming, outpost camping, fishing, painting, crafts, soccer, basketball, campfires, canoeing, hiking, creek walks, field games, skits, songs, non religious chapels, and personal leadership and development. Campers will share cabins with friends and meet new cabin-mates from other Y's and other communities providing an opportunity for your child to create new and lasting memories with campers from all over California.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership Program
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Youth Camp - campers going into grades4-7th
Teen Camp - campers going into grades 7-10th
Both Youth and Teen Camps are held during July 21-26th.
Early Bird fee of $535 good through April 27th
Standard fee of $565 taken up through July 8th.
Fees are all inclusive, covering transportation from the Ventura Family YMCA to Sequoia Lake and back to Ventura, meals, activities, staffing and facility fees. Scholarships are available through the Open Doors Scholarship Program.
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Ventura Family YMCASequoia Lake
Visit Our Music Tech Summer Camp Website
(323)345-3423
musictechnologymentors[AT]gmail.com
Virtual Learning
Morro Bay, California 93442
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
California
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
785 Quintana Road #611
Morro Bay, CA. 93442
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Music Tech Summer Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. June 14 - August 13, 2021 Monday- Friday 9:30am - 3:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Music Technology Mentors host a 10 week-long summer music technology camp that engage 100 students entering grades 3-12. Music Tech Summer Camp is an introduction to music technology software and hardware, focused on basic acoustics, digital audio, MIDI, and MIDI sequencing and notation software. Music Technology Mentors, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit Innovative Music Technology Afterschool & Music Tech Summer Camp Enrichment Programs.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, Computers, Technology, and more.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: (Music Technology Lab) INSTRUCTOR: Professor Jae Deal of University of Southern California (USC) Thornton School of Music (Instructor of Music Technology)
Kimble Funchess, Music Educator, Trumpeter
Kimble’s enthusiasm for music led to a professional career in music as a performing artist and music educator. Kimble has a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Music Education from Jackson State University. He also has a Master of Education Degree in School Counseling and serves as a board member of the Mississippi Musicians’ Hall of Fame. He has served as the facilitator for classes that focused on learning problem solving skills as a tool for 6th graders which helps them see the value in goal setting, learning social skill sets and to focus on behavior management using music therapy, mindfulness, and relaxation methods
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Music Technology Mentors Innovative Music Technology Afterschool Enrichment Program, you’ll focus on the creative, often experimental, blending of music and technology. You’ll do much more than learn how to record music. You’ll also learn how to compose, synthesize, and perform music; score for film, games, and other multimedia; and develop software and multimedia. Topics of study include music theory and history, acoustics, recording technology, computer composition, electronic music synthesis, technology-based performance, 3-D sound and spatial audio, and music business and law.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Music Technology Mentors Innovative Music Technology Afterschool Enrichment Program is a mentorship and relationship structure that provides leadership, support, career guidance, role modeling, and communication that occurs in the mentoring relationship with students. This is an important first step to unlocking excellent opportunities for student’s future. Students are gaining the knowledge and technical know-how needed to excel as leaders in life.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Each camper will receive a Music Production Workstation (home studio) each including a Digidesign MBox 2 audio/MIDI interfaces, and a PS-49 49-key USB 2.0 MIDI keyboard/synthesizer. Eris E4.5 active studio monitor speakers. M7 large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone. Software for music synthesis, production, and programming includes Pro Tools LE, Digital Performer, Peak Pro, Reason, Ableton Live, Max/MSP/Jitter, Sibelius, and Finale, DAW Software, Capture Duo Recording Software, Nimbit Free account to distribute and sell your music.
Music Technology Mentors Innovative Music Technology Afterschool Enrichment Program is a special place with a unique culture, where students are prepared for college and for life. Our teachers offer wise guidance every step of the way, from 3rd through 12th grade. We offer unparalleled opportunities in academics, music technology, and music performance with prolific cocurricular opportunities.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 14 - August 13, 2021 Monday- Friday 9:30am - 3:30pm
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Music Tech Summer Camp
Visit Our URJ Camp Newman Website
(415) 392-7080
campnewman[AT]urj.org
4088 Porter Creek Road
Santa Rosa, California 95404
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
711 Grand Avenue, Suite 280
San Rafael, CA 94901
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: Grade 3-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Jewish.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: URJ Camp Newman offers fun, immersive Jewish experiences that empower people of all ages to better themselves, their communities and the world. Since 1947, the URJ Camp Newman community has impacted the lives of over 100,000 children, teens, and adults.
Year after year, our campers return to renew the strong bonds of friendship they build here. Our hope is to provide each and every camper with a meaningful and memorable experience.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Team Sports, Adventure, and more. Gaga, Ultimate Frisbee, Archery
CAMP LOCATION: Situated in the Santa Rosa hills, about an hour north of San Francisco, CA, Camp Newman provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable camp experience. With over 500 acres of land, great sports and arts facilities, a pool, an amphitheater, a sustainable farm and more, there are plentiful indoor and outdoor space for campers to learn, live and explore all summer. Miles away from the city glare, the star gazing is spectacular. And all campus buildings are within a few minutes’ walk of each other, creating an environment that is both safe and accessible for children of all ages.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers live with their counselors in one of several villages grouped by age and gender. Our facilities also include multiple indoor and outdoor program spaces (including a 700-person Amphitheater), a sustainable farm, a vineyard, four outdoor plazas, athletic facilities and fields, an alpine climbing tower, a low ropes course and a 400-feet zip line, overnight space, hiking trails, multiple arts facilities - and a pool and waterslide.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At URJ Camp Newman, we’re building a foundation for a vibrant and joyful Jewish life. Rooted in Jewish values and guided by our experienced staff, we offer fun, immersive summer sessions that give your child the opportunity to develop community, teamwork, self-esteem, and individual skill.
Activities include athletics, outdoor adventure sports, music, art, dance, leadership training, and social action. Campers celebrate their best selves, form lifelong friendships, and find a community where they belong.
There are so many amazing things to do: Conquering the Alpine Tower as a team. Seeing the final point scored in Ultimate Frisbee. Dancing together on Shabbat. Singing arm-in-arm every night before bed. Hiking to the Star that overlooks camp. Making more friends in a week than they could all year.
We believe that these transformative experiences inspire kids to bring camp home to their daily lives, applying what they learn here to better themselves, their communities and the world.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a phenomenal group of teens applying for spaces in these eight-week programs. Spaces fill quickly on a first come, first served basis, and require an intensive application process. Apply as early as possible! Info: 415.392.7080 or CampNewman[AT]urj.org.
Avodah
11th Grade
Avodah is a multifaceted, service-based program in which campers play an integral role in camp’s day-to-day operations. Avodahniks develop a strong work ethic and serve as Jewish role models at camp. Beyond daily activities, campers work diligently on a significant camp improvement project and march as a team in both the annual Pride Parade and AIDS Walk in San Francisco.
Counselor in Training (CIT)
12th Grade
Our highly-selective and popular CIT program trains our future staff and camp leadership, offering young adults a valuable personal and professional growth opportunity. Leadership workshops and Judaic programs are combined with practical hands-on training with children of all ages.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A lot has been written about the incredible power of Jewish Camp. A summer at Newman is an amazing experience, one that has lifelong benefits for the child, and meaningful reverberations that positively impact families, congregations & communities. To read more about the power of camp, click here.
In difficult financial times, some families choose to forgo camp. But they shouldn’t! No one should have to miss the powerful and transformative power of camp because of the state of the economy or personal finances. Our hope is that everyone who wants to attend camp, can do so.
Thankfully, there are lots of resources available. For more info, visit: Our Camp Website Link: campnewman.org
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Fun Festival & Open House in April
Join us for a special day of fun camp activities for the whole family! You’ll visit OKY, our sustainable farm, get a tour of camp, do arts & crafts, meet our friends at PJ Library, and much more. All ages welcome – and all friends invited!
More info: Our Camp Website Link: campnewman.org
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We present events every month in communities near you!
URJ Camp Newman takes the magic of camp, translates it into a year-round experience, and brings it you!
We connect children, youth and adults to an expansive menu of fun, immersive Jewish experiences in Santa Rosa and in your community, all year long. Along with our local synagogue youth groups and NFTY, we present everything from family fun days to high school parties to middle school outings.
We offer "taste of camp" weekends for 2nd-6th graders, teen events, 8th grade events and more - all year long!
For info on our year-round events, click here: Our Camp Website Link: campnewman.org
OTHER CAMP INFO: Our camp programs are rooted in the Jewish principles of:
Tikkun Olam - bettering our world
Tikkun Middot - bettering ourselves
Gimilute Chasadim – acts of loving kindness
Betzelem Elohim - all humans are created in a divine image
Talmud Torah - love of learning for learning’s sake
Ahavat Israel - love of Israel
These timeless, universal values form the backbone of every program we plan, anchoring each event in our Jewish tradition. It’s just one way we make Judaism relevant, accessible and meaningful today.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: campnewman.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For all job opportunities, visit Our Camp Website Link: campnewman.org
Please contact Mikey Latner, Assistant Camp Director, at mlatner[AT]urj.org with any questions.
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URJ Camp Newman
Visit Our Carmel Valley Tennis Camp Website
831-659-2615
cvtcss[AT]gmail.com
20805 Cachagua Road
Carmel Valley, CA 93924
CAMPER AGES: 10 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): ACA accredited, WAIC member, USPTA member, USTA member
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Tennis....and a whole lot more! This is our motto as every camper comes to CVTC to improve his/her tennis, but they also experience a full camp experience of independence, responsibility, self reliance while also enjoying the many off court activities.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Swimming, Tennis, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 45 minutes from Carmel and the Monterey Peninsula, 3 hours south of San Francisco, on 38 beautiful acres where we built the facility as a summer tennis camp only.
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CAMP FACILITIES: 1 dorm that sleeps 60 campers and staff-not rustic at all, very nice; dining hall and kitchen, ropes course, archery range, pool and spa, arts and crafts, outdoor basketball, sand volleyball, lawn area, bumperpool, fooz ball, ping pong, and more
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Tennis....and a whole lot more! This is our motto as every camper comes to CVTC to improve his/her tennis, but they also experience a full camp experience of independence, responsibility, self reliance while also enjoying the many off court activities.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Campers In Leadership Training Program CILT available for campers after their sophomore, junior or senior year in high school. There is no additional charge for this program.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 10 - August 25; 1 one week session followed by 4 two week sessions followed by 2 one week sessions. $1295 for one week; $2495 for two weeks. Please visit our website for session availability.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Tennis Counselor Positions available - view job descriptions and complete application through Our Camp Website Link: www.carmelvalleytenniscamp.com
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Carmel Valley Tennis Camp
Visit Our Mariposa Day Camp Website
626-677-2303
bcolomb[AT]girlscoutsla.org
615 E. Mariposa St
Altadena, California 91001
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
101 E. Wheeler Ave.
Arcadia, Ca 91006
CAMPER AGES: Grades K-6
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9am - 4pm, before and after camp care available
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Girl Scouts
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Mariposa is an oasis from urban life, nestled in the foothills of Altadena. Camp activities include arts & crafts, singing songs, team building, low ropes elements, a gaga court, a kids’ kitchen, and water play for those warm days. We are a Girl Scout camp, so Girl Scout badges will be earned through the summer, but no Girl Scout experience is required. Camp begins June 15th, 2015 and runs until August 14th, 2015. A new session starts every Monday!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We provide a warm, engaging environment that appreciates what each camper brings to the camp experience. Contact us to ask about your camper's specific needs!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Team Sports, Science, Technology, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Gaga Court, Low Ropes Elements, Kids Kitchen Each Week, Each Week Will Have A Different Theme!! Each Theme Covers A Different Cool Interest Including Performing, Writing, Video Game Technology, Outdoor Cooking & Much More!
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Altadena, California right off the 210 freeway. Thirteen miles from downtown Los Angeles.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Mariposa Day Camp, located in Altadena, offers themed weeks with several different emphases for girls to choose from. Girls participate in new and traditional Girl Scouts activities while making new friends, developing self-esteem and making lasting memories. Introducing new and exciting activities this summer such as a brand new gaga court, low ropes and team building activities plus kids kitchen which gives each girl the opportunity to prepare a fun and different snack each week. The themes for each week provide additional activities and enjoyment for the campers. All day camps include daily snacks, a camp souvenir, any badges earned, and a 4X6 camp group photo. Camp hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We also have before and after care beginning at 7:00am and ending at 6:00pm. All sessions serve grade K-6. For more information please contact Brianna Colomb at bcolomb[AT]girlscoutsla.org.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Creativity, Inc.
June 15¬¬–19
Grades K–6 $160
Let your creativity shine! Explore all the ways you can express yourself through art. We will be learning about painting, tie dying, drawing, and more. Campers will work with a visiting artist on their masterpieces. On Friday the Camp Mariposa Gallery will be open for parents to see their child’s artwork. Brownies will earn their Painter badge, Juniors will earn their Drawing badge, and Cadettes will complete steps 3, 4, and 5 of their Book Artist badge.
Fashion Forward
June 22–26
Grades K–6 $160
It is Fashion Week at Camp Mariposa! Campers will learn the basics of fashion design, sewing, and jewelry making as they create their own haute couture. Girls will meet a fashion industry professional and show off their designs at a special Friday fashion show. Brownies will earn their Inventor badge, Juniors will earn their Product Designer badge, and Cadettes will earn steps 1, 2, 4, and 5 of their Entrepreneur badge.
Pioneer Days
June 29 – July 3
Grades K–3 $160
Grades 4–6, $175 (Thursday Evening Program)
Let’s journey back in time to when Laura Ingalls Wilder was a young girl. Campers will learn all about life on the prairie through hands on activities like making butter, sewing, and playing games from the past. Girls will also learn about their local government while we get ready to celebrate Independence Day. Friday will feature a special country fair for all campers! Brownies will earn their Celebrating Community badge, Juniors will earn their Citizen badge, and Cadettes will earn their Finding Common Ground badge. Girls entering the 4 grade and up are invited to join us for an extended day at camp that includes dinner, square dancing, and an old fashion campfire.
Literally Fun
July 6–10
Grades K–6 $160
Choose your own adventure and tell your story! We will dive into the wide world of our imaginations, exploring our favorite books, and writing our own stories. Girls will learn all about different ways to tell their story, from comic books to short stories. We will even be joined by a special guest author! Brownies will earn their My Family Story badge, Juniors will earn their Scribe badge, and Cadettes will earn their Comic Artist badge.
S.T.E.A.M Power! (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math)
July 13–17
Grades K–6 $160
Making a miniature robot, launching film canister rockets, and mixing up a batch of slime are just a few of the fun things we have planned for this week of scientific discovery. STEAM will come alive as we explore all of these subjects through hands on experiments and demonstrations. Brownies will learn all about bubbles, slime, and static electricity while they also earn their Home Scientist badge. Juniors and Cadettes will design their own video games while earning the Videogame Designer patch. Full STEAM ahead!
Lions, Tigers, and Girl Scouts, Oh my!
July 20–24
Grades K–6 $160
Welcome to the Jungle! This week of camp is all about our furry, scaly, and slimy friends who call the jungle home. Campers will learn about animals and ecosystems while brushing up on the outdoor skills they need to visit our furry friends in their natural habitats. We will even have a few special visitors from the animal kingdom! Brownies will earn their Hiker badge, Juniors will earn steps 1, 2, 3, and 4 of their Camper badge, and Cadettes will earn parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 of their Trailblazer badge.
Camp Hollywood
July 27–July 31
Grades K–6 $160
Are you a born performer or is directing more your style? Join us as we explore life on the stage and screen. Girls will learn about writing a screenplay, honing their acting skills through improvisation games, and the art of movie make-up. The whole camp will show off what they have learned in a Friday performance. Brownies will earn their Dancer badge, Juniors will earn their Musician badge, and Cadettes will earn their Screenwriter badge.
Food Frenzy!
August 3–7
Grades K–3 $160
Grades 4–6 $175 (Thursday Evening Program)
Whether you’re a chef in the making or a newbie to the kitchen, join us for a week long culinary adventure. Girls will learn how to make delicious meals, satisfying snacks, and dazzling desserts. We will also be covering nutrition, international cooking, and much more! Brownies will earn their Snacks badge, Juniors will earn their Simple Meals badge, and Cadettes will earn their New Cuisines badge. Girls entering the 4 grade and up are invited to join us for an extended day at camp that includes a special outdoor cooking feast and a campfire program.
Girl Scouts Investigate!
August 10–14
Grades K–6 $160
Can you discover who stole the cookies from the cookie jar? Sharpen your detective skills as we learn about the science behind forensics on our quest to unravel the mystery of the missing cookies! Girls will learn about fingerprinting, DNA, and much more. Brownies will earn their Senses badge, Juniors will earn their Detective badge, and Cadettes will earn their Special Agent badge.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Program Aide/CIT Program is available. Please contact Molly Briggs at bcolomb[AT]girlscoutsla.org for more information.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We provide "Camperships" to qualified campers. Applications are due May 9, 2015. More information can be found on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.girlscoutsla.org
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 15 -19 $160
June 22- 26 $160
June - July 3 $160 ($175 for grades 4-6 for a Thursday evening program)
July 6 - 10 $160
July 13 - 17 $160
July 20 - 24 $160
July 27 - July 31 $160
August 3 - 7 $160 ($175 for grades 4-6 for a Thursday evening program)
August 10 - 14 $160
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire a seasonal summer staff. For more information please contact Brianna Colomb at bcolomb[AT]girlscoutsla.org.
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Mariposa Day Camp
Visit Our Youth Empowered Action Camp - New York Website
415-710-7351
info[AT]yeacamp.org
Woodstock Farm Sanctuary
8 Epworth Lane
High Falls, New York 12440
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
YEA CAMP Massachusetts: July 2-July 9 2016 Charlton,MA
YEA CAMP California: Aug. 6-Aug. 13 2016 Pescadero, CA
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
2150 Alston Way
Ste 460
Berkeley, CA 94704
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Youth Empowered Action Camp - New York Video
CAMPER AGES: 12-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. 1 Week Session
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: YEA Camp is a life changing camp for world changing teens. Our week long overnight camps are for 12-17 year olds who want to make a difference in the world.
Founded in 2009, YEA believes that kids are naturally compassionate and want to make the world a better place. Whether they care about climate change, bulleying, homelessness, animale cruelty, gay rights, all of the above, or another important issue, Campers learn to take action to bring about the change they wish to see in the world.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Academics, and more. Leadership Camp, Teaching Teenagers How To Make A Difference In The World.
CAMP LOCATION: YEA Camp New York is held at the renowned Woodstock Farm Sanctuary, in its new location---150 acres of woods, water and meeting facilities, about 90 minutes from New York City.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We stay in modern, comfortable cabins with rooms and bunk beds for 6-8 campers. Each room has its own bathroom with sinks and showers.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: YEA is a unique and inspiring leadership summer camp for youth 12-17 who care about community service, activism and social justice. This week-long sleep-away program is designed to be a fun and transforming experience that builds life-long friendships between youth with similar interests. YEA Camp New York will have two concurrent sessions! One session for teens with a variety of causes, and for the first time ever, a separate session for teens interested in animal activism (and what better location than a Farm Animal Sanctuary!).
Our program also provides a meaningful opportunity for campers to learn more about some of the issues facing our planet and to get inspired and empowered to take action on those issues. Campers choose an issue of importance to them (for example, some have chosen climate change, racism, homophobia, homelessness, animal rights) and at YEA they build the knowledge, skills, confidence, and community to take action on that issue long after camp is over. Youth who have participated in our programs report that the camp was one of the most fun, rewarding and life-changing experiences they have had, and, with YEA's community support, have gone on to start school clubs, plan fundraisers for nonprofits, organize community clean-ups, and attend hearings to comment about important community issues.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships and financial aid available.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
When: July 17-24 2016
Where: Woodstock Farm Sanctuary, High Falls, NY
Website: Our Camp Website Link: www.yeacamp.org
Contact: info[AT]yeacamp.org
Phone: 415-710-7351
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Youth Empowered Action CampNew York
Visit Our Camp Mendocino Website
415-445-5477
camperapplication[AT]kidsclub.org
Mendocino, California
CAMPER AGES: 8-14 year-olds, plus a teen program for 15-17 year-olds.
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. 10 day residential camp
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Camp Mendocino is a program of Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Science, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 3.5 miles North of San Francisco, CA on 200 acres in a redwood forest. We provide transportation to and from San Francisco on the first and last days of Camp.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers sleep in cabins (or if they are really lucky teepees) with a staff member in each cabin or teepee. Cabins/teepees have six bunk beds and are solid wood structures with canvas flaps covering the windows and the door. Each tribe has a set of brand new bathrooms with individual restrooms and showers.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For over 80 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco has been providing this creative, fun and supportive camping experience for youth ages eight to 18. We surround our kids with positive role models 24-hours a day to provide the love and encouragement they need to realize their full potential.
Located in a 2,000 acre beautiful redwood forest three and half hours north of San Francisco, Camp Mendocino offers programs that are clearly unique to those offered at our nine Clubhouses in San Francisco. As with all of our programs at Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco, kids learn respect for others and themselves and are given opportunities to learn, grow and succeed.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a LIT program for teens 15-17. It is a job readiness program in which teens participate in various workshops (i.e., resume writing), as well as shadow different jobs at Camp. Teens attend Camp for free and have the opportunity to earn a stipend. For more information please visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: campmendocino.org
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are widely available to all those who apply. Camp Mendocino is a program of Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco. We believe every child should have the opportunity to experience Camp.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp2College (C2C) is a year round program for teens that excelled in the Leaders in Training (LIT) program. The program focuses on preparing youth for the future and post-secondary education. Teens attend monthly workshops on topics ranging from college applications and professions in nonprofits, as well as participate in a range of volunteer opportunities.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more information about Camp dates and fees please visit our website, at Our Camp Website Link: www.campmendocino.org
Session 1 (Project Avary/Project Trailblazer): This session is comprised of two separate groups that are by invitation only
Session 2 (Project Noyo-military exclusive): June 30-July 8
Session 3: July 8-July 17
Session 4: July 19-July 28
Session 5: July 28-August 6
Session 6: August 6-August 14
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
At Camp Mendocino, we employ approximately 80 adult staff. The following staff characteristics are the most important for success at Camp Mendocino: high energy, a strong work ethic, teamwork, flexibility, patience, strong values, and a passion for serving youth!
Our mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.
For a complete listing of open positions please visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.campmendocino.org.
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Camp Mendocino
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San Francisco Bay Area Council
1001 Davis Street
San Leandro, CA 94577-1514
(510) 577-9000
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Girl Scouts Heart of Central California
6601 Elvas Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95819
Phone: (800) 322-4475 or
(916) 452-9181
info[AT]girlscoutshcc.org
Camps located throughout Central California
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800-822-2427
Castroville Office
10550 Merritt Street
Castroville, CA 95012
831-633-4877
San Luis Obispo Office
825 El Capitan Way, Suite A
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-345-1374
Santa Barbara Office
211 E. Victoria Street, Suite E
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
805-453-9033
Ventura Office
801 S. Victoria Avenue, Suite 202
Ventura, CA 93003
805-658-8210
http://www.girlscoutsnorcal.org/
1-800-447-4475
Camps located throughout Northern California
801 S. Grand Avenue, Suite 300
Los Angeles, CA 90017-4621
Phone: (213) 213-0150
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Girl Scouts of Orange County
9500 Toledo Way Suite 100
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 461-8800
(800) 979-9444
Camp locations throughout the Orange County area.
http://www.sdgirlscouts.org/camp
Girl Scouts San Diego
(619) 298-8391 or (800) 643-4798
info[AT]sdgirlscouts.org
1231 Upas Street
San Diego, CA 92103
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CALIFORNIA LEADERSHIP CAMP OWNERS & DIRECTORS: If you would like to submit your camp for listing in our 2026 Best California Summer Leadership Camps Directory, please click on the "SUBMIT YOUR CAMP" link above.
CALIFORNIA LEADERSHIP CAMP PARENTS & CAMPERS: If you are looking to find info on how to choose the best summer camp to attend this summer, please check out our 2026 GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE BEST SUMMER LEADERSHIP CAMP for some great camp research tips and lots of important 2026 summer camp info.
In addition to our 2026 California Summer Leadership Camps Directory we have also created quite a few SPECIAL INTEREST CAMP DIRECTORIES, and have included brief descriptions of these and links to their dedicated websites on the 2026 CAMP GUIDE page.
You can go directly to any of our other 2026 Special Interest Camp Directories from the list in the black bar at the bottom of this page.
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