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| AA Ocean View Farm | |
| Residential coed horsemanship camp | Santa Barbara, California |
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Since 1987 we have successfully worked with students from all over the United States and abroad. We take only a small number of students in order to provide them with personalized instruction. We do not just "baby-sit" students, we teach. Our camps could be more accurately described as horsemanship courses and are indeed suited for the more serious student whether they are beginner or advanced. Activities include: Horsemanship, Riding and Horsecare. Hunters, Jumpers, Equitation & Dressage |
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| E-mail: oviewfarm@aol.com, Website: http://www.ovfarms.com/, (805) 685-6900 | |
| Member of the American Camping
Association Established in 1987 |
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| Academy by the Sea/ Camp Pacific | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Carlsbad, California |
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Our campus is on beautiful oceanfront property located in sunny Carlsbad, Californialifornia. Join us for our five-week academic boarding program for grades 7-10, three-week recreational/sport camps, or one-week surf and bodyboard camps. Weekend excursions. Activities include: academics,baseball, basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball, tennis, swimming, surfing/bodyboarding, kayaking, snorkel, ESL. Camp season opens in June and ends in August. Sessions: one to five week sessions. Ages 8-16. |
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| E-mail: info@abts.com, Website: http://www.abts.com/, (760) 434-7564 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1943 |
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| Adventure Treks, Inc. | |
| Wilderness adventure program for Teens | Western States, USA and Canada |
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Join
other teenagers from all over the U.S. for fun and exciting summer
adventures in western North America's amazing wilderness. Besides
an amazing amount of fun, you'll see incredible scenery, experience
the benefits of being a member of a close community, learn many new
outdoor skills, become a stronger leader, and gain self-confidence.
Activities include backpacking, rock climbing, mountaineering, Californianoeing, mountain biking, sea kayaking, and whitewater rafting. |
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| E-mail: info@advtreks.com, Website: http://www.adventuretreks.com/, (888) 954-5555 | |
Established in 1978 |
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| Adventures Cross-Country (ARCC) | |
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Adventures for Teenagers |
Mill Valley, California |
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Adventures Cross-Country (ARCC) offers adventure programs for teenagers (ages 13 to 18) throughout the world. Students travel to the world's most spectacular locations and participate in activities such as backpacking, sailing, SCUBA diving, surfing, rafting, sea kayaking, rock climbing, mountaineering, and mountain biking. Trips range from 15 to 40 days. Trip destinations include the Western U.S., Alaska, Hawaii, British Columbia, Costa Rica, Australia, Fiji, Thailand, Belize, Tahiti, New Zealand, the Caribbean, and Europe. No experience other than enthusiastic participation required. |
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| E-mail: ARCC@adventurescrosscountry.com, Website: http://www.adventurescrosscountry.com/, (800) 767-2722 | |
Established in 1983 |
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| AIFS - Summer Institute for the Gifted | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Various USA locations |
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SIG provides academically advanced students in grades 4-11 with an exciting and challenging educational experience. The program combines remarkable academic courses with cultural, social, and recreational opportunities on distinguished college campuses: UCLA, Amherst College, Drew University, UC Berkley, Vassar College, Oberlin College and Bryn Mawr College. The academic program is central to SIG's design and purpose. To this core, we add evening performances, off-campus trips, creativity workshops, numerous social activities and a full recreational program. Sessions last three weeks, June - August. |
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| E-mail: info@cgp-sig.com, Website: http://www.giftedstudy.com/, (973) 334-6991 | |
Established in 1984 |
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| Astrocamp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Idyllwild, California |
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Explore the wonders of the universe with qualified instructor of the physical sciences. It's fun and educational. Traditional summer camp fun. Mountain bike, rock climb and hike in the beautiful San Jacinto Mountains of Southern California. Activities include: Traditional camp activities combined with astronomy, rocketry, space exploration, physical science activties and more. Camp season opens in June and ends in August. One and two week sessions, ages 8 to 15. |
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| E-mail: info@guideddiscoveries.org, Website: http://www.astrocamp.org/, (800) 645-1423 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1990 |
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| Camp Augusta | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Nevada City, California |
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Our summer camp is about FUN with all of the activities you'd expect, but also so much more. In a small, tight, true community set in natural splendor, Californiampers develop self-confidence, independence, social skills (emotional intelligence), creativity, activity skills, environmental awareness and appreciation, friendships, and healthy living skills. Kids also learn what most modern children have forgotten -- how to just play and be a kid without television, video games, the internet, Californianned games, or social pressure. |
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| E-mail: randall@campaugusta.org, Website: http://www.campaugusta.org/, (530) 265-3702 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1931 |
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| Camp La Jolla | |
| Residential coed summer camp | La Jolla, California |
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We have an effective weight loss summer camp for teens, adult women and children. If you'd really like to lose your weight the right way, put an end to overeating, make new friends and have the time of your life, check out our weight loss camp in sunny La Jolla, Californialifornia. You'll make New Friends and have the time of your life at the beach. You'll go on Great Field Trips and have a Blast with your summer friends! You'll discover how to live a Fun, Happy, and healthy lifestyle, |
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| E-mail: camplj@aol.com, Website: http://www.camplajolla.com/, (800) 825-TRIM | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1979 |
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| Camp Nor'wester | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Lopez Island, Washington |
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Camp Nor'wester provides a unique outdoor living experience where young people are challenged to develop skills that increase self confidence and encourage respect, responsibility and compassion for themselves, their community and the environment. Camp Nor'wester offers two 4-week sessions for campers 11-16 years of age and two 2-week sessions for campers 9-10. Activities include: sailing, kayaking, high/low ropes course, arts and crafts, drama, nature studies, archery, adobe oven. Out of camp overnights for everyone; 4-5 day trips for 13-16 year olds. |
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| E-mail: norwester@rockisland.com, Website: http://www.norwester.org/, | |
Established in 1935 |
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| Camp Oliver | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Descanso, California |
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A small non-profit camp located 45 miles east of San Diego. Our mission is to provide our campers with a safe caring environment so they can appreciate and value themselves, others, and the natural world. Our program is designed to be fun, and also to build friendship, leadership skills, self-esteem, an appreciation of nature, and lasting memories. Traditional camp activities such as archery, arts & crafts, Californiampfires, dance, drama, overnights, hiking, swimming. Summer season starts late June through mid August. One-week sessions for campers ages 6-16. |
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| E-mail: camp_oliver@yahoo.com, Website: http://www.campoliver.com/, (619) 445-5945 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1949 |
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| Camp Paivika | |
| Residential special needs coed summer camp | Crestline, California |
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Camp Paivika is open to children (7 years and older), teens, and adults with physical and/or developmental disabilities. Camp programs are designed to foster independence & self-esteem. Activities are fun, challenging & adapted to meet the needs of each camper. These include archery, swimming, horseback riding, arts & crafts, nature, sports and much more. |
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| E-mail: kkunsek@abilityfirst.org, Website: http://www.abilityfirst.org/, (909) 338-1102 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1947 |
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| Camp Trinity on The Bar 717 Ranch | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Hayfork, California |
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The Bar 717 Ranch/Camp Trinity offers children ages 8 to 16 the opportunity to spend the summer on a beautiful mountain ranch. The Bar 717 Ranch /Camp Trinity teaches responsibility for oneself and others in a noncompetitive, supportive environment. We are located in northern California on 450 acres which is surrounded by the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. We offer 2,3, and 4 week sessions. Activities include: horsemanship, backpacking, river swimming, music, arts&crafts, ceramics, blacksmithing, gardening. |
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| E-mail: camptrinity@bar717.com, Website: http://www.bar717.com/, (530) 628-5992 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1930 |
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| Camp Unalayee | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Palo Alto, California |
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Camp Unalayee Camp Unalayee is a multi-cultural camp nestled in the pristine Trinity Alps Wilderness in Northern California west of Mount Shasta. Set among glacier-carved granite peaks, rushing streams and sapphire blue lakes, Californiamp Unalayee provides a unique nature experience under the supervision of our experienced staff. Leadership training program with backpacking adventures specializing in nature studies, wilderness ethics and outdoor living skills offered to 16 and 17 year olds. Activities include: backpacking, rock climbing, arts & crafts, fishing, swimming and canoeing in our private alpine lake, archery, Californiampfires, and more. Ages 10-17. |
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| E-mail: info@unalayee.org, Website: http://www.unalayee.org/, (650) 969-6313 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1949 |
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| Camp Whittier | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Santa Barbara, California |
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Nestled among the hills of the Los Padres National Forest, the private, tucked-away 55 acre resident camp is bounded by hiking trails and hosts an abundance of wildlife in an oak woodland area. Cachuma Lake and its amenities are within easy walking distance. 5 day sessions in July and August. Membership to the Boys and Girls Club is included in the cost of the camp. Scholarships are available. Campers are between the ages of 6 and 13 years old. |
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| E-mail: campwhittier@aol.com, Website: http://www.campwhittier.org/, (805) 962-6776 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1994 |
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| Camp Winnarainbow | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Laytonville, California |
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Camp Winnarainbow was founded by sixties icon Wavy Gravy more than 30 years ago. Located 3 hours north of the Bay Area in beautiful Mendocino County, Californiamp Winnarainbow offers one and two weeks sessions during the summer for children ages 7-14. two week sessions end with a fabulous show for families & friends. Activities include drama, trapeze, Spanish Web, juggling, unicycle, stilts, gymnastics, dance, music, clowning, art, martial arts, basketball, and lake with 350 ft waterslide. |
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| E-mail: arainbow@mcn.org, Website: http://www.campwinnarainbow.org/, (510) 525-4304 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1973 |
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| Carmel Valley Tennis Camp | |
| Residential coed tennis camp | Carmel Valley, California |
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In a safe and caring environment, we provide a balanced and fun residential camp experience to meet the needs of all levels of tennis players aged 10-17. Great tennis instruction, healthy competition, and numerous social and sports activities take place on a beautiful wooded setting that was built as a camp. Activities include: tennis instruction and match play, swimming, ropes course, archery, sand voleyball, basketball, numerous games. Camp season June - August. One and two week sessions. |
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| E-mail: cvtc1@aol.com, Website: http://www.carmelvalleytenniscamp.com/, (831) 659-2615 | |
Established in 1970 |
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| Catalina Island Camps | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Two Harbors, California |
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Catalina Island Camps is a Summer Resident Camp for boys and girls ages 7 through 15. The camp facilities are located at Howlands Landing on the California side of Catalina Island, 22 miles from Southern California. 150-180 boys and girls ages 7 to 15 participate in the camp's waterfront and land programs. Activities include: sailing, skin diving, water-skiing, sea-kayaking, climbing wall, ropes course, and many others |
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| E-mail: info@catalinaislandcamps.com, Website: http://www.catalinaislandcamps.com/, 800-696-CAMP | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1926 |
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| Catalina Sea Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Avalon, California |
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Explore Santa Catalina Island in Southern California. Learn to Scuba dive, snorkel, surf, take underwater photos and video, and learn marine science (some activities are age specific- please call for details). Opens July and ends in August. For ages 8-17. Activities include: scuba certification, snorkeling, underwater video and photography, marine science, surfing, ocean kayaking and more. |
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| E-mail: info@guideddiscoveries.org, Website: http://www.catalinaseacamp.org/, 800-645-1423 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1980 |
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| Cazadero Performing Arts Camps | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Cazadero, California |
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Amazing conductors bring out the best in your playing. You come away a changed person with stronger musicianship and greater self-knowledge. Perform in concerts that will thrill your family and friends: During free time, students are encouraged to participate in recreational activities with other campers and staff, such as basketball, volleyball, swimming, ping-pong, softball, and arts and crafts. |
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| E-mail: info@cazpac.org, Website: http://www.cazpac.org/, (510) 527-7500 | |
Established in 1957 |
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| Crazzy's Wasewagan Camp and Retreat | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Angelus Oaks, California |
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Founded in 1936, Crazzy's Wasewagan Camp and Retreat is nestled in the San Bernardino mountains just minutes from Big Bear. Summer camp runs from 6/27 to 8/21. One or two week sessions. Free airfare and airport pick-up. Ages 6 to 17. Year round accomodations are seasonally available. Tradional camp activities as well as outdoor experiences in fishing, panning for gold, kayaking, Californianoeing and horseback riding. |
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| E-mail: crazzycraig@earthlink.net, Website: http://www.lazyjranchcamp.com/, (909) 794-2910 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1936 |
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| CyberCamps | |
| Day and residential coed summer camps | University locations in: CA, CT, DC, FL, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OR, PA, VA, WA |
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Cybercamps hosts cutting edge summer technology programs for 7-18
year old budding geniuses (and thousands of other fabulous kids) at
leading university campuses across the country. It's a perfect place
to make new friends, learn from enthusiastic counselors and, of course,
spend lots of time learning the nuances of industry-leading software
like Flash, Dreamweaver and C++. For parents, it's an investment in
their child's future. For kids, it's simply the best kind of summer
fun imaginable. New in 2004: Video Editing, Game Modding and W00t!Camp!
See website for details! At Cybercamps we believe that Human Brains Learn More When They're Having Fun and based on that belief we offer cutting-edge technology courses like: Web Design, Programming I & II, Game Design I & II , Robotics I & II , 3D Animation I & II, Digital Photography & Graphics, Video Editing, Game Modding, Flash MX, and much more! Camp sessions begin in June and end in August. CyberCamps has a low camper to staff ratio and a state of the art computer for every student. We offer single or multi-week course packages for all ability levels. |
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| E-mail: campconsultant@cybercamps.com, Website: http://www.cybercamps.com/, (888) 904-2267 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1997 |
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| Education Unlimited | |
| Residential coed summer camps | Various College Campus Locations |
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Education Unlimited provides a variety of summer academic programs for students in grades 4 though 12. All summer programs are held on prominent college campuses throughout California and the country including Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, and the University of Maryland. Academic summer camps that include Acting Workshops, Computer Camps, Public Speaking Camps, SAT Prep and College Admission Camps, Competitive Debate Institutes, and Pre-College Summer Programs for High School Students. |
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| E-mail: camps@educationunlimited.com, Website: http://www.educationunlimited.com/rd/?s=campp&c=home, (510) 548-6612 | |
Established in 1993 |
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| English Immersion Summer Camp in China | |
| Residential coed summer camp | La Puente, California |
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English immersion summer camp in China focusing on teaching English and cultural exchange. Camp season opens in early July and ends in mid August. Sessions: 3-5 weeks. Campers include coed ages 10-18. Fun activities include arts and crafts, science projects, dance, sports, songs/music...ect. |
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| E-mail: sally_wu@esl4asia.com, Website: www.esl4asia.com/camp/chinacampintro.htm, (626) 581-9488 | |
Established in 1997 |
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| Gold Arrow Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Lakeshore, California |
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A traditional summer camp located on the shores of Huntington Lake nestled in the High Sierras. Our non-competitive structured program provides an environment in which kids can grow, explore, and have fun! Cabin groups are comprised of 8-10 campers with at least two counselors. Our counselors provide positive role models for our campers. Our lakefront location in the high Sierras provides a wonderful setting for our traditional camp program with activities that include: wakeboarding, sailing, waterskiing, rockclimbing, horseback riding, & much more! Ages 6-14. Sessions: 1-4 weeks. |
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| E-mail: mail@goldarrowcamp.com, Website: http://www.goldarrowcamp.com/, (800) 554-2267 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1933 |
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| Residential coed summer camp | Los Altos Hills, California |
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Frank and Josephine Duveneck established our multicultural summer camp in 1945. The idea is to build relationships between children of different backgrounds, using the natural environment of Hidden Villa as a teaching platform. Activities include: archery, crafts, cooking, hiking, swimming. Camp season opens in June and ends in August. |
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| E-mail: camp@hiddenvilla.org, Website: http://www.hiddenvilla.org/, (650) 949-8641 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1945 |
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| Kennolyn Camps | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Soquel, California |
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Kennolyn Camps has a wide range of summer camp options. From one week of Day Camp to four weeks of Resident Camp. From our specialized Equestrian Camp to our Family Camp over Labor Day weekend. Make Kennolyn Camps a part of your summer! 35 activities to choose from for boys and girls ages 6-14, including extensive ropes courses for all ages, horseback riding and more. Located on 300 acres in California's beautiful Redwoods, five miles from Monterey Bay and Pacific Ocean. |
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| E-mail: camp@kennolyn.com, Website: http://www.kennolyn.com/, (831) 479-6714 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1946 |
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| Lazy "J" Ranch Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Malibu, California |
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Formerly the Western Ranch of Hopalong Cassidy and the Cisco Kid, Lazy "J" Ranch Camp, in Malibu, invites your children to enjoy another summer with us. A 140 acre Malibu ranch, Lazy "J" Ranch Camp is in its 59th season. Camp starts 6/20 until 8/28. One or two week sessions. Free airfare and pick up. Activities include horsebak riding, ocean kayaking, surfing, archery, riflery, fencing, volleyball and many more. Each child gets to choose an animal to take care of during their camp stay. |
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| E-mail: crazzycraig@earthlink.net, Website: http://www.lazyjranchcamp.com/, (310) 457-5572 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1945 |
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| Wilderness adventure program | Sonoma County, California |
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Lifeschool's mission is to inspire teens to become collaborative, creative and empowered. We provide participants with the opportunity to adventure and have fun while learning various aspects of safe and respectful backcountry travel. The impact we have is lasting. Lifeschool is unique! Ages 12 to 18. We travel to the most spectacular areas of the Pacific Northwest. Participants have a blast backpacking, sea kayaking and white water rafting while learning skills in SAFETY, Leadership & Self Esteem. |
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| E-mail: info@life-school.org, Website: http://www.life-school.org/, 707-876-3071 | |
Established in 1999 |
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| M.O.R.E. | |
| Wilderness adventure program | Lakeshore, California |
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The M.O.R.E. (Mountain Outdoor Recreation Experiences) program at Gold Arrow Camp is an exciting and fun new opportunity for teens ages 15-17. During a 2-week trip into the Sierras, participants will learn about the outdoors and challenge themselves in rock climbing, fly fishing, and orienteering under the guidance of experienced trip leaders. Outdoor adventure program for teens in the Sierras. Program includes backpacking, rock climbing, repelling, orienteering, GPS navigation, fly-fishing, astronomy, trip planning, and outdoor cooking. Two-week sessions in July and August. |
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| E-mail: mail@goldarrowcamp.com, Website: www.goldarrowcamp.com/more, (800) 554-2267 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1933 |
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| Mountain Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Pollock Pines, California |
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Mountain Camp is a traditional, co-ed, resident camp for children seven to fifteen. Located on a beautiful high sierra lake near Lake Tahoe, Mountain Camp offers a minimal technology, high adventure, outdoor experience designed to make every camper "a winner". Camp season runs from early June to Late August. Ages 7 - 15 |
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| E-mail: info@mountaincamp.com, Website: http://www.mountaincamp.com/, (415) 351-2267 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1968 |
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| Mountain Meadow Ranch | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Susanville, California |
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A 900 acre working Horse & Cattle Ranch. A lush, green paradise under Diamond Mountain in the Sierra Cascades. A home away from home where fun & adventure are a given used to stimulate real personal growth & confidence. Friendships, Fun and Growth. Campers choose from over 20+ activities, all instructed, all fun and all geared toward the individuals skill level. Gorgeous, lush, paradise on a real horse & cattle ranch in the Sierra Cascades. |
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| E-mail: info@moutainmeadow.com, Website: http://www.mountainmeadow.com/, (530) 257-4419 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1955 |
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| Ojai Valley Summer School and Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Ojai, California |
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Sun, fun, friends and learning! That's what Ojai Valley School's Summer Programs are all about. We welcome students who want a summer resident camp with options for academic enrichment as well as traditional camp activities. English as a second language is available for international students. Campers attend morning classes, choosing from offerings such as: math, English, study skills, science, reading and computers. Afternoon activities include tennis, swimming, horseback riding, archery, arts and crafts and photography. Campfires, talent shows, beach outings and overnight camping trips fill the weekends. Two, four, and six week sessions available. |
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| E-mail: jhw@ovs.org, Website: http://www.ovs.org/, (805) 646-1423 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1943 |
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| Outward Bound | |
| Wilderness adventure programs nationwide | USA, Californianada and some international locations |
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Outward Bound, a national nonprofit organization, offers over 750 safe, adventure-based, wilderness courses - year round - serving adults, teens and youth (ages 12+). Course
activities are nearly endless and include rock climbing, sea kayaking,
backpacking, mountaineering, sailing, dogsledding, Californianoeing
and rafting in some of the most untouched wilderness areas across
the nation. No matter the activity, courses focus on learning through
experience, compassion, leadership and responsibility to both team
and the environment. Courses range in length from 4 days to three
months in length. Scholarships and financial aid are available.
Since 1962, over 500,000 students have returned from an Outward Bound experience with a deeper knowledge of themselves and the world in which we live. |
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| E-mail: info@obusa.com, Website: http://www.outwardboundwilderness.org/, (866) 467-7651 | |
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| Pali Adventures | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Lake Arrowhead, California |
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Pali
Adventures is a private, specialty overnight camp for kids and teens,
ages 9 to 16. Campers can choose from 18 specialty programs and
participate in over 75 other exciting camp activities. Specialties
include SCUBA Certification, Secret Agent Camp, Horseback Riding
Academy, Acting Academy, Extreme Action Adventure Camp, Water Sports
Extravaganza, Hollywood Stunt Camp, Culinary Institute, Fashion
Design Institute, Rock Star Camp, Film Institute, Spa and Well-being
Camp and Battle Robot Mania, Dance Academy and more! Our
site, Pali Mountain, is comprised of more than 74 acres of wilderness
near Lake Arrowhead and is centered around our 10,000 square foot
main lodge. Our restaurant quality chef, once the chef to a royal
family, prepares three nutritious meals a day. Each of our heated
cabins comes equipped with full bathroom & shower facilities,
and built-in solid wood bunks. |
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| E-mail: info@paliadventures.com, Website: http://www.paliadventures.com/, (888) 6-SUMMER | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1990 |
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| Pathfinder Ranch | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Mountain Center, California |
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Pathfinder Ranch is a private, nonprofit organization affiliated with the Boys and Girls Club of Palm Springs (Southern California). During the summer, Pathfinder serves many underprivileged children from Boys and Girls Clubs in CA and NV. Activities include: Rock Climbing, Explorer's Club (day hiking, outdoor skills), Swimming, Californianoeing, Arts and Crafts, Team Challenge, Horses |
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| E-mail: info@pathfinderranch.com, Website: http://www.pathfinderranch.com/, (909) 659-2455 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1964 |
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| Rawhide Ranch | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Bonsall, California |
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Rawhide Ranch is a dream camp for horse lovers. Located in northern San Diego County (CA) a typical summer camp day features western-style horseback riding, vaulting (gymnastics on horseback), animal & horse science classes along with a variety of electives. Co-ed, overnight program, ages 7-15. Winter/spring camps also available. |
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| E-mail: info@rawhideranch.com, Website: http://www.rawhideranch.com/, (760) 758-0083 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association and CHA (Certified Horsemanship Assoc.) Established in 1963 |
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| River Way Ranch Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Sanger, California |
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The River Way Ranch Camp program emphasizes development of self-esteem, self-confidence and success. The highly structured program caters to both the competitive and non-competitive camper. Offering over 60 fun and exciting activities including waterskiing, go-carts, mini bikes, ropes course, and sports. Over 120 highly trained staff work with our children, emphasizing safety, skill building and developing confidence. |
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| E-mail: rwrcamp@aol.com, Website: http://www.riverwayranchcamp.com/, (800) 821-2801 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1966 |
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| Rock-N-Water Adventures | |
| Coed Christian adventure programs | Coloma, California |
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Rock-N-Water is designed with church youth groups and YMCAs in mind but families are welcome. We use adventures like rafting and climbing to develop relationships and hope to infect youth with the adventure and joy of God's Living Word. 1-5 day adventures. Activities include: White Water Rafting, Rock Climbing, Backpacking, Team Challanges and more. |
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| E-mail: fun@rocknwater.com, Website: http://www.rocknwater.com/, (530) 621-3918 | |
| Located on The South Fork of
the American River Established in 1989 |
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| SEACAMP San Diego | |
| Residential coed summer camp | San Diego, California |
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SEACAMP San Diego is a hands-on, marine science program where, through a combination of lab and field activities, students learn about and experience a wide variety of marine biology topics. Labs include invertebrates, fish adaptations, marine mammals, and shark ecology. Field activities including snorkel excursions, kayaking, and boogie boarding. Activities include: snorkeling, SCUBA diving, boat trips, kayaking, and boogie boarding as well as a variety of labs covering all aspect of Marine Biology and Physical Oceanography. SEACAMP San Diego is a year-round program. |
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| E-mail: seacamp@seacamp.com, Website: http://www.seacamp.com/, (800) SEACAMP | |
Established in 1987 |
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| SeaWorld San Diego Adventure Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | San Diego, California |
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A hands-on, behind-the-scenes residential camp experience at SeaWorld. Campers will have up-close interactions with animals, spend time with animal trainers and veterinarians, ride world-class rides and explore the great outdoors. Live, work and play behind the scenes at SeaWorld San Diego. Sleeping next to sharks, swimming with dolphins, spending time with animal trainers and riding world-class rides are just some of the experiences we offer. Grades 4 to college. |
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| E-mail: swc.education@seaworld.com, Website: http://www.swbg-adventurecamps.com/, (866) GO-TO-CAMP | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1980 |
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| Skylake Yosemite Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Wishon, California |
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Family owned and operated since 1945. Located in a pine forest on Bass Lake near Yosemite National Park. Campers specifically like that they get to chose the activities they participate in. All campers live in small cabins. Activities include all of the traditional camp activites such as waterskiing, horseback riding, ropes course. One, two, and four week sessions for boys and girls ages 7 to 16. Lakefront and mountain location offers waterskiing, Californianoeing, horseback riding, backpacktrips to Yosemite, nightly campfires and much more. Small cabins and 60 years of tradition. |
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| E-mail: jpskylake@aol.com, Website: http://www.skylakeyosemite.com/, (559) 642-3720 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1945 |
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| Snow Mountain Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Nevada City, California |
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We are a children's residential and day summer camp in the Sierra Foothills near Grass Valley and Nevada City, Californialifornia. We specialize in providing personal attention by a mature, Californiaring and supportive staff who value people's diversity and promote the building of character in kids. We have one, two, three & four week sessions, limited to 75 campers per session. Program activities: Water ski, backpacking, horses, tennis, archery, arts and crafts, drama, rock climbing, BMX and mountain bikes, Californianoeing, wake boarding, adventure ropes course. Have Fun! Make new friends! Choose from a variety of activities daily. |
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| E-mail: info@snowmountaincamp.com, Website: http://www.snowmountaincamp.com/, (530) 265-4439 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1969 |
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| SuperCamp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | CA, MA, CO, NC, WI |
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A coed, academic camp where you will gain an academic edge along with powerful, lifelong learning skills. Camp is held at prestigious universities across the country and worldwide. Life Skills courses include an Outdoor Adventure day and Relationship Building. Learning courses include Quantum Reading and Memory. Academic and Life Skill activities include courses in Effective Communication, Building Relationships, and Outdoor Adventure Day, plus Memory, Quantum Reading, and Power Writing. 10 day sessions; ages 9-11, 12-13, 14-18, and 18-24. |
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| E-mail: info@supercamp.com, Website: http://www.supercamp.com/, (800) 285-3276 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1982 |
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| Tall Ship Expeditions | |
| Coed sailing camp | Claremont, California |
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Learn to sail a tall ship and learn marine science while exploring the Southern California Channel Islands. The program is designed to build minds and character through a live-a-board sailing experience aboard the 156' tall ship TOLE MOUR. Two, three-week sessions; opens in July ending in August; ages 14-18 Activities include: Sail Training, Marine Biology, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Underwater Photography. |
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| E-mail: info@guideddiscoveries.org, Website: http://www.guideddiscoveries.org/, 800-645-1423 | |
Established in 2002 |
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| Woodcraft Rangers Stanley Ranch Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Castaic, California |
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Our co-ed residential camp services more than 1,200 children, many of whom have not previously journeyed outside their immediate neighborhood. This weeklong overnight camping experience offers youth, ages 7-14, a chance to explore nature and outdoor life, engage in new activities, make new friends and participate in learning experiences otherwise unavailable to them. Woodcraft Rangers currently serves approximately 6,000 youths annually through enriching After-School and Camping Programs. Our programs are responsive to social trends and designed to help children mature into healthy, productive adults through positive experiences and challenges. Programs are located in areas of Los Angeles County including Central Los Angeles, South Central Los Angeles, Southeast Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley, Pacoima and West Los Angeles. |
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| E-mail: camp@woodcraftrangers.org, Website: http://www.woodcraftrangers.org/, (213) 749-3031. Ext 232 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1945 |
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| YMCA Camp Jones Gulch | |
| Residential coed summer camp | La Honda, California |
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Spend a week at sleep-away camp in the Santa Cruz Mountains. YMCA Camp Jones Gulch, with its acres of redwoods, is the perfect summer getaway for youth entering grades 3-11. Camp provides an opportunity to build character, to experience the success of setting and achieving goals, and to develop habits that will promote a lifetime of healthy activities and relationships with others. Camp offers horseback riding, swimming, crafts, sports, climbing tower, Californianoeing, hiking, gardening, field sports, archery basketball and more. The traditional campfires, Californiamp songs, and s'mores are all part of the fun as well! Jones Gulch High Adventure Camp provides teens in grades 6-12 with exciting opportunities in a variety of activities as they travel together through some of California's most beautiful natural areas. We also have family camps and rent to user groups. Call or visit our website for more info. |
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| E-mail: jonesgulch@ymcasf.org, Website: http://www.campjonesgulch.org/, (650) 747-1200 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1934 |
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| Yosemite Sierra Summer Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Bass Lake, California |
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Dedicated to greater learning opportunities through longer stays at camp, and nestled in the shadow of Yosemite National Park, YSSC is an ideal setting for its mission to enrich the spiritual, mental, physical and social life of children in a safe and happy environment. Adventure, Water, and Traditional Activities from Waterskiing & Wakeboarding, Zipline, Rock Climbing & Ropes Courses to Bible Study, Crafts, Drama, Californiampfires & Yosemite Trips. Two week sessions for campers ages 8-16. |
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| E-mail: yosemitesierra@aol.com, Website: http://www.yssc.com/, (949) 361-2267 | |
| Accredited by American Camping
Association Established in 1972 |
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| Young Actors Camp- Los Angeles | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Los Angeles, California |
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This is one of the most intensive acting camps in existance for the young actor. Each participant will work on broadening there current understanding of the craft of acting and of the industry. Fieldtrips to major industry landmarks and meetings with top industry officials will inspire the young serious actor. Life time friends are made here. Activities: This is a two weeks acting intensive.Intermediate- advances levels only. Other activities and sightseeing are experienced evenings and weekends. Sessions are in August. Ages 12 - 18. |
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| E-mail: rnlsg@msn.com, Website: http://www.youngactorscamp.com/, (909) 982-8059 | |
Established in 2000 |
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