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Walton's Grizzly Lodge Summer Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Founded in 1926 by Mom and Pop Walton, Walton's Grizzly Lodge is currently under the guidance of third generation owners and fourth generation directors. We believe in providing a structured program for children that emphasizes a feeling of family, friendship and belonging and encourages active participation in a variety of experiences.
Our private lake is ideal for water skiing, wake boarding, windsurfing, sailing, fishing and swimming. Horseback riding. Extensive ropes courses. Variety of craft programs. Wide range of athletics. Out of camp trips. One and two week sessions available. Ages 7-14. One hour from Reno!
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Rawhide Ranch
Residential coed summer camp
A Southern California tradition since 1963. One week or multi-week sessions, ages 7-15. Features daily western riding lessons, animal & horse science classes, animal care time, vaulting lessons (gymnastics on horseback). To round out the day there are plenty of extra activities to choose from - archery/riflery, roping lessons, drama, pool/waterslide, learning to harness/drive pony carts and so much more. Ideal for beginning/intermediate riders. Camper transportation available from San Diego International Airport. ACA & CHA accredited. Member of Western Association of Independent Camps.
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Wellspring Academy of California Summer Session
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Academy of California, the premier treatment program for adolescent obesity and the first boarding school for weight loss, welcomes students for summer session. Wellspring Academy is the only summer weight loss program or camp where students earn academic credit, lose weight and catch up or accelerate academically this summer at Wellspring Academy.
Wellspring Academy of California offers 3 different summer programs, ages 11-24. High School Summer Academic Program: Earn summer credits while participating in Wellspring's renowned weight loss and fitness program, Wellspring Academy of California Summer College Program: Academic option with online or local college curriculum and Wellspring Academy of California Adventure Program: incorporates a series of off-campus adventure trips and on-campus activities. Enrollment is open year-round.
Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
Camp Paivika, AbilityFirst
Residential special needs coed camp
A unique camp designed to meet the needs of individuals with special needs in a beautiful, forest setting. All facilites and activities are accessible and planned with individual abilities in mind. Campers range in age from seven years old to seventy and disabilities range from mild to severe and are physical and/or developmental in nature. The camp program emphasizes independence and social growth.
Camp activities include: swimming, horseback riding, crafts, nature studies, fine arts, sports and recreation, journalism and life skills classes. All activities are adapted to meet the individual needs of each participant.
Charis Hills
Residential Coed Special Needs Summer Camp
Charis Hills is a Christian, co-ed, residential summer camp which helps kids with learning differences build confidence and find success. We have one to three week sessions serving campers ages 7 to 18. We welcome campers with ADHD, learning disabilities as well as high functioning Autism and Asperger's. Campers also receive academic tutoring & enrichment for one activity period a day by certified teachers. Campers discover a highly persoalized, fun filled and nurturing environment while filling their heart's desire to be acceptd and succeed in new activities.
Charis Hills is located one hour NW of DFW International Airport in the beautiful Cross Timbers area! Activities include: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, archery, riflery, therapeutic horseback riding, photography, arts & crafts, animal care, nature crafts & study, Bible study, campouts, Geocaching, drama, dance, team sports and and many, many more! We also have Family Camps during the fall and spring.
Sierra Friends Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Come to Sierra Friends Camp to laugh, create, express, explore, connect, share, make friends, be yourself! Campers spend time each week both in camp at Sierra Friends Center and exploring the local wilderness on 2- or 3-night, age-appropriate backpacking trips. In-camp activities include arts & drama, non-competitive sports, fun daily chores, swimming and water play, music, stories and evening campfires.
Through simple living and joyous adventure in an accepting community, we inspire young people toward fresh connections with one another and the natural world. Together we create a community that nurtures and challenges young people to grow beyond their sense of their own boundaries, preparing them to build a more peaceful and just world. Sierra Friends Camp is rooted in the Quaker values of peace, equality and integrity, but is actively non-denominational and commmitted to bringing together campers of all religious, cultural and economic backgrounds. One and two-week sessions available. Ages 9-14. Scholarships and workgrants available.
Gold Arrow Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Gold Arrow Camp is a traditional, resident summer camp for children on Huntington Lake in the Sierra National forest. Boys and girls, ages 6-14, enjoy rustic living and nightly campfires without the distractions of TV, computers, and telephones in a beautiful lakeside setting. Since 1933, children have returned year after year because of the feeling of tradition, community, and belonging that they experience. Through participation in a structured program of over twenty non-competitive watersports and traditional activities, campers are encouraged to try new things, build their skills, and take risks. The result is improved confidence and perseverance.
Campers participate in waterskiing, wakeboarding, sailing, motorboating, horseback riding, archery, riflery, mountain biking, rock climbing, and much more. Session lengths of 1-4 weeks run June through August. Gold Arrow Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association and is a member of the Western Association of Independent Camps.
Camp Tawonga
Residential coed summer camp
Located at the doorstep of Yosemite National Park, on the middle fork of the Tuolumne River, on 160 acres in the Stanislaus National Forest, Camp Tawonga has been a leader in Jewish camping since 1925. Campers attend summer sessions at our Yosemite location, or can choose one of our Teen Adventure Quests that travel throughout Yosemite, Canada, the Pacific Northwest, and New England. Teens can also apply for leadership programs, like staff in training or Tawonga's Teen Service Learning trip to Costa Rica, a four week trip combining service, travel, and learning. Call (415)543-2267 or visit www.tawonga.org for more information.
Oxbow Summer Art Camp
Residential coed summer camp
NO LANYARDS MADE HERE! The Oxbow School offers a unique summer camp opportunity for 13 to 16 year-olds who want to explore their creativity, develop their artistic talent, make lifelong friendships and have FUN! Unlike the general perception of art camps, we don't do busy craft projects. Staff are professional artists, teachers and graduates from some of the finest art schools in the country.
We emphasize the conceptual as well as the technical aspects of art. Campers are encouraged to seek out their own artistic interests while learning at their own pace and being challenged to broaden their horizons. The goal is to inspire and nurture creativity and enhance art skills. In our small camp environment, 50 students and 15 staff, each individual's uniqueness is honored and "held" in the arena of safety and unity of the camp community. It is an arena that promotes self-discovery, self-confidence, and creative expression, where respect of self, others, and the environment; risk-taking; openness; honesty, and a nonjudgmental atmosphere are highly valued.
YMCA Camping Services
Residential coed summer camps
YMCA Camp Sky Y. Our goal is simple, "Make every kid feel like a WINNER". Our staff work together to make every camper feel successful and make friends. Through close supervision, caring attitudes and thorough training our staff help your camper succeed and grow. Character development activities combined with camp activities assure fun and personal growth. Activities include traditional camp fun plus horseback riding, 50 ft. climbing tower, giant swing, paintball, mountain boards, ceramics, Teen travel camps and leadership program. One week sessions from June through August, or combine many weeks for your custom schedule.
YMCA Chauncey Ranch combines "Ranch life" and Camp fun to create an experience to remember. The same goals as above combined with a world-class equestrian facility creates a unique program. 2 week Cowboy Campers spend 6 hours per day with horses. Leadership program includes a pack trip, Youth Hunter Education and other specialty camps promote outdoor leadership. In addition, one week and Half week Ranch programs operate from June 3 - July 30 for boys & girls ages 7-16. Activities include high ropes, zip line, paintball, rifle range, sporting clays, crafts, canoeing, fishing, swimming pool, sports, campfires, fantastic food & more.
Shaffer's High Sierra Camp, Inc.
Wilderness adventure program
What would you attempt if you knew you couldn't fail? Raft down rapids? Climb a mountain? Rappel down a cliff? Mountain bike a world-class trail? Or something creative like improv, dance or art? At this small family-run camp you'll try new things, make friends and build confidence by gaining skills and conquering challenges you set for yourself!
A summer camp with the activities you've come to expect but with a focus on wilderness adventure: Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Mountain Boarding, Whitewater Rafting, Horseback Riding, Backpacking, and more! Ages 8 - 17. Sessions from 1 - 8 weeks. We have such confidence that your child will have fun, we guarantee it! That's right, if your child does not have fun, we'll refund your tuition. Visit our website for all the details. And reserve your space today, because space is limited!
iD Visual Arts Academy for Teens
Residential coed summer arts camps
"My 13-year old son attended the camp at McGill University. It literally transformed his life. He found in his camp experience a group of people who understood the artist in him and appreciated his passion." - Andrew, Parent
Immerse in the world of visual arts at this summer camp! For two weeks, ages 13-18 foster their creativity through either filmmaking, photography or web design. Teens choose from one of three courses: Film Production with Final Cut Studio, Professional Photography and Professional Web Design. Students will use industry-standard products like Photoshop, Lightroom, After Effects, Final Cut Pro 7, DSLR cameras, Flash, Dreamweaver and Wacom Pen Tablets. Graduates leave with a portfolio and the tools to excel in the rapidly changing field of visual arts. Participate on fun, supervised excursions and visit nearby studios to see how the pros work.
Please note that there are other film, photography and web design courses offered at iD Tech Camps. This summer technology program for ages 7-17 is North America's favorite tech camp, and located at over 60 prestigious universities in the U.S and Canada.
Save $100 through December 15th with the Holiday Special (use promo code WD27).
Skylake Yosemite Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Skylake continues the traditions of a camp founded in 1945 while constantly being updated to be exciting and relevant for today's youth. Our cabins have no electricty as we find candles are much more fun, a lot of singing at campfires, and an atmosphere that creates friendships for a life time. Our schedule is open for the campers to chose the activites they find most appealing. All of the traditional camp activities such as horseback riding, lake swimming, climbing wall, crafts, sports, tennis, and water skiing are available along with special celebration days, Yosemite trips, and contests galore.
Skylake hosts 210 coed campers each session with a staff of 70 counselors. The counselors are primarily college students who have completed a week of on site staff training, cpr and lifesaving certifications, and a proven love of children. Campers come primarily from the San Francisco Bay Area and the Los Angeles areas. Charter buses to camp are available from these locations. Skylake also hosts many campers from the east coast and from international locations. Campers are greeted at the Fresno Airport by Skylake staff and driven to the mountain location. Visit our website or call the camp office for more information.
Wellspring Hawaii
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Hawaii is the world's most effective fitness and weight loss program in paradise. With lush rainforests, diverse marine life, active volcanoes and world renowned surf, Hawaii is a unique experience for all. Young men and women ages 11-24 from Asia, Australia, and North America convene with experienced staff for a summer of success and memories to last a lifetime. College age campers enjoy Wellspring Hawaii's separate Upper Camp program.
Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
Camp Mountain Chai
Residential coed summer camp
Camp Mountain Chai is a Jewish resident coed camp located ion the San Bernardino Mountains. We help campers gain personal independence, build self confidence, make new friends. Our facilities feature a 40 foot climbing tower, Ropes Course, trails for hiking and biking, kosher kitchen, cabins with heat and bathrooms and showers.
Activities include rock climbing, Ropes Course, mountain biking, nature, ceramics, arts and crafts, drama, dance, radio, swimming, canoeing and much mores. Sessions - 1,2,3,4 or 5 wks.
Plantation Farm Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Plantation Farm Camp is a welcoming place where people make friendships that last a lifetime. Nowhere else can you experience our unique combination of camp activities and outdoor living. With responsibility for a farm chore, each child becomes an integral member of our community. Most importantly, though, Plantation is FUN!
Plantation offers a unique combination of farm life, outdoor adventure, horseback riding, kayaking, sports, arts & crafts, and outdoor living plus many more activities. We have 2 sessions of 3.5 weeks running June through August. Ages 8-17.
Wellspring Texas
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Texas campers are young males and females with a common goal: to lose weight while having fun. Boys and girls ages 11-18 enjoy an amazing summer of weight loss, fun, and friendships. Rapid and dramatic weight loss is achieved through a proven and comprehensive program provided by a staff of trained professionals. Set against the incredible backdrop of the Big Hill Country, on the sprawling 200-acre campus of San Marcos Baptist Academy outside of Austin, Texas.
Team sports like soccer, football, tennis, and kickball along with swimming, hiking, canoeing, biking, rafting, kayaking, climbing, and aerobics are just some of the activities that campers enjoy in a very supportive environment. Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
iD Tech Summer Computer Camps
Residential and Day Coed Computer Camps
"I've been to this camp for 6 years now. The counselors are amazing and the whole experience is something that I wish I could do year round. I learn more in a week at iD than I do in a year at my school." -Spencer, Student
Experience North America's most reputable and distinguished summer technology program for beginner to advanced students. Over 100,000 kids and teens worldwide have learned to create 2D and 3D video games, websites with Flash, C++ and Java programs, iPhone and Facebook apps, graphic designs with Photoshop and Illustrator, 3D models and animations with Maya, digital movies, robots, all with products experts use in their professions.
Enroll in these fun and challenging, weeklong, day and residential summer camps, located at over 60 prestigious universities in the U.S. and Canada. Juniors and Seniors can even earn Continuing Education Units. Alumni can hone their skills before and after summer with iD 365 - Endless Summer, complimentary online workshops lead by live instructors year round.
Additional multi-week summer camp teen programs for ages 13-18 include: iD Gaming Academy, iD Visual Arts Academy and iD Programming Academy.
Save $100 through December 15th with the Holiday Special (use promo code WD27).
Mountain Camp
Residential coed summer camp
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".
Activities include: Sailing, Ropes Course, Mountain Biking, Wakeboarding/ Water Skiing/ Tubing, Guitar, Radio Station, Fencing, Arts and Crafts, Dance, Archery, Overnights, and much much more!!! Camp season runs from early June to Late August. Ages 7 - 15.
iD Programming Academy for Teens
Residential coed summer computer camps
"They were exposed to programming as it truly occurs in the workplace, learning code integration firsthand and collectively brainstorming solutions to obstacles as there were encountered." -Patrick Hogan, Program Manager, NASA World Wind
Code for the real world at this summer programming camp! Ages 13-18 learn from top instructors and interact with industry professionals and/or NASA researchers in this 2-week immersive programming academy. Teens choose from one of three courses: iPhone App Development, Facebook App Development and C++ Programming & Rocket Science. Located at the prestigious universities of Stanford and MIT. Bridge the gap between writing code in the lab and watching functions come to life in the real world.
Please note that there are other programming and robotics courses offered at iD Tech Camps. This summer technology program for ages 7-17 is North America's favorite tech camp, and located at over 60 prestigious universities in the U.S and Canada.
Save $100 through December 15th with the Holiday Special (use promo code WD27).
Surf & Tech and Sports & Tech - California
Residential and Day coed computer camps
Combine sports and technology with Surf & Tech and Sports & Tech! Exercise your mind and body for a week of absolute summer fun. Spend half the time designing a website with Flash or creating a video game. The other half will be spent outdoors either fencing, golfing or surfing.
Sports & Tech is an exclusive partnership with Stanford Athletics, now in its 9th season. For ages 11-14, sports enthusiasts spend half the day either fencing or golfing at Stanford University while also learning to create a website or video game.
Surf & Tech has teamed up with acclaimed surfing programs in Santa Cruz and San Diego to offer this one-of-a-kind summer camp experience. Ages 11-17, get ready to surf the Pacific Ocean and leave this surfing gaming summer camp with either your own website or video game.
Please note that there are other video game development and website design courses offered at iD Tech Camps. This summer technology program for ages 7-17 is North America's favorite tech camp, and located at over 60 prestigious universities in the U.S and Canada.
Save $100 through December 15th with the Holiday Special (use promo code WD27).
Pathfinder Ranch
Residential coed summer camp
Pathfinder Ranch is nestled in beautiful Garner Valley in Southern California and is adjacent to the San Bernardino National Forest. Pathfinder Ranch offers Boys & Girls Club participants (and others) throughout Southern California and Nevada the opportunity to escape the heat, meet new friends, try new things, and escape to the beautiful San Jacinto Mountains!
Pathfinder hosts eight one-week sessions for campers ages 7-17. Each session offers a wide range of activities for kids to choose from such as: Horseback Riding, Archery, Canoeing, Swimming, Rock Climbing, Arts & Crafts, Hiking, Digital Photography, Team Challenge and Explorer's Club.
Surf Camp - Oahu Hawaii
Residential coed surf camp
Join Surf Camp for the teen surfing adventure travel program of a lifetime! Come explore the incredible island of Oahu on an adventure that you will never forget. We visit the top locations and provide you with the optimal opportunities for observing and experiencing one of the most scenic and environmentally diverse islands in the world. No Experience is necessary.
Adventure teen travel surf camps to Australia, Costa Rica, Barbados, Bahamas, Wrightsville Beach and the Outer Banks of North Carolina are also offered.
Astrocamp
Residential coed summer camp
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.
Traditional camp activities combined with astronomy, rocketry, space exploration, physical science activities and more. Camp season opens in June and ends in August. One and two week sessions, ages 8 to 17.
Camp Unique
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Camp Unique is a co-ed boarding and day camp for children ages 7 - 15, nestled in the beautiful coastal foothills above Palo Alto, California on the campus of Woodside Priory School. We offer both Day and Resident camp programs that work to promote a positive self-image by emphasizing learning and growth in a supportive and non-competitive environment. Our camp is for boys and girls aged 5 to 16 years. Daily camp life provides each camper an opportunity to have fun, meet many new friends, enhance their physical and social skills, and develop many new interests. Camp helps campers learn to live happy, useful, and healthy lives.
Activities include swimming, horseback riding, tennis, arts & crafts, mountain biking, dance, drama, basketball, archery, soccer, science and discovery, and much, much more!!
Math Zoom Summer Camp
Coed Math Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
The Math Zoom Summer Camp is held at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona California (East Los Angeles area) from late July through mid-August. It is a three-week residential and day camp program that offers an opportunity for bright and mathematically gifted students to expand their mathematical horizon, improve problem solving skills, and explore areas in advanced mathematics.
The Academic Curriculum is geared towards preparing students for mathematics contests, such as AMC 8/10/12, AIME, ARML, MATHCOUNTS, USAMO, and IMO. Students gain greater interest in Math, better skills in problem solving and critical thinking, and more confidence in facing academic challenges. With an outstanding performance in one or more of these contests, students will gain considerable recognitions in their college applications. The setup of the programs encourages student participation; helps improve communication and leadership skills. With the guidance of the experienced coaches, students learn how to effectively articulate their thinking processes.
Academy by the Sea / Camp Pacific
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Our campus is on beautiful oceanfront property located in sunny Carlsbad, California. Join us for our four-week academic boarding program for grades 4-11, a three-week recreational/sport camp, a one-week surf and bodyboard camps, and a one-week leadership and community service program. Weekend excursions.
Activities include: academics, basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball, tennis, swimming, surfing/bodyboarding, kayaking, snorkel, ESL. Camp season opens in July and ends in August. Sessions: one to four week sessions. Ages 8-16.
Catalina Sea Camp
Residential coed summer camp
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.
Rock-N-Water Christian Adventure Camps
Coed Christian adventure programs
Rock-N-Water is a Christian adventure camp in California for church youth groups, individuals, families, retreats, and summer camps. We use adventures like whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and backpacking to build team work and help youth realize God through adventures in His Creation.
Activities include: Whitewater Rafting, Outdoor Rock Climbing, Backpacking, Canyoneering, Team Challenges, White Water Inflatable Kayaking and more.
Camp Del Oro
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Camp Del Oro is located in the Sierra mountians of northen California. We are a Salvation army camp and our Christian ministry is with underprivildged children ages 7 to 15 years old. In the five day sessions the campers will be able to swim in a lake and pool, boating, crafts, ropes course, archery, hiking, dance, basketball and field games. Our 45 staff come from all over the world to give the campers a safe and fun environment. It is a ten week program ending the middle of August.
Douglas Ranch Camps
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Douglas Ranch Camp is an 80+ year old, family owned and operated, traditional residential & day coed camp. Residential camp is for ages 7-14 and Day camp is for 5-14. We are located on 120 acres in beautiful Carmel Valley, CA. Our unique 4 to 1 ratio of campers to staff provides individualized attention for each child in a structured program of classes in Western riding, swimming, tennis, archery, riflery and crafts. Counselors from across the US and around the world are chosen for their experience working with children, coaching sports, and having values that make them excellent role models. They help campers build self-confidence and social skills to last a lifetime, while encouraging them to try new experiences in a nurturing environment.
Different evening activities from barn dancing, themed days and costume parties to overnight camp-outs round out the fun! Douglas also offers a Friends & Family Weekend at the end of August each summer.
Camp Augusta
Residential coed summer camp
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, campers 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, canned games, or social pressure.
NRA Whittington Adventure Camp
Residential coed summer campHow would you like to experience some of the wildest country left in the West, learning to hunt, shoot, and sharpen your outdoor skills? This is exactly what the NRA Whittington Adventure offers; a chance for young men and women to learn about firearms and experience the thrill of tracking and stalking big game, all under the guidance of the most skilled firearms instructors and outdoor specialists in the nation. There is no summer camp experience quite like it in the world.
The NRA Whittington Adventure instructors will teach you the fundamentals of pistol, rifle, muzzleloading, and shotgun shooting skills with safety always foremost in mind. They'll introduce you to the fine art of competitive shooting, rifle and pistol silhouette, and bullseye disciplines plus skeet and trap shotgun savvy.
Friendly Pines Camp
Residential coed summer camp
High in the tall, cool pines near historic Prescott, Arizona, Friendly Pines offers 30+ activities to choose from. Activities include English & Western riding, pony driving, swimming, tennis, waterskiing, rock climbing, ropes course, archery, arts, fishing, sports, hiking, pets, outdoor living skills, & more.
Excellent camper to staff ratios. We conduct professional background checks and drug tests on all staff. 65 years of experience. Coed, ages 6-13. An Arizona tradition!
School of Cinema & Performing Arts
Residential coed summer camp
Come join the next generation of dramatic performers and visual storytellers at SOCAPA - The School of Cinema & Performing Arts. With Summer Programs ranging in length from two to six weeks, and campuses in New York City, California, and Vermont there's no excuse for not taking action. Come make the magic!
Cinema & Performing Arts Camp featuring separate programs in Acting for Film, Filmmaking, Music Video Production, Urban Dance and Photography! Summer Sessions run for 2, 3 or 6 weeks.
Power Chord Academy Music Camp
Residential and Day coed music camp
Second to none in amateur musician training, Power Chord Academy is the premiere music camp for teenage musicians & game-musicians, offering a variety of high-energy, exciting, professional learning experiences.
At Power Chord Academy, dedicated musicians ages 12-18 are put through the most inspirational, educational, and intensive programs of their young careers. Over the last 10 years, we have perfected the art of teen musician training, while providing a highly focused, fun, learning environment. We currently offer numerous programs for both teenage musicians, and teen game-musicians who play Rock Band or Guitar Hero.
Power Chord Academy currently offers 34 Sessions in 12 US locations with teenage musicians attending from across the world. Be sure to reserve your space immediately as Session Space has Sold Out for the last 10 consecutive years! Please visit us at http://www.powerchordacademy.com for more information!
CYO Summer Camp
Residential coed summer camp
CYO Camp is located sixty miles north of San Francisco on 216 acres of coastal redwood groves near the historic town of Occidental, California.This awe-inspiring location gives campers the opportunity for a positive, meaningful and challenging summer adventure amongst the towering Sonoma redwoods. Daily activities include swimming, canoeing, challenge courses, hiking, gardening, sports, arts & crafts, and archery. In addition, each week campers can anticipate the Sonoma Coast Trip or the Russion River Canoe Voyage.
CYO Camp holds fast to the values and traditions that have made it an exciting and educational place for tens of thousands of Bay Area youth since 1946. Programs are designed to give each camper an opportunity to discover new adventures and take on new challenges as they progress from year to year.
iD Gaming Academy for Teens
Residential coed summer gaming camps
"I've always wanted to make my own video game-like the ones I play at home. I had no idea where to start. After coming to the iD Gaming Academy, now I know what I want to study in college." -Peter, Student.
Learn first-hand how industry pros create premier video games at this summer gaming camp. Ages 13-18 immerse in the dynamic world of video game development. Teens choose from one of four courses: Modeling & Animation with Maya, Programming for Game Consoles, Level Design - Unreal Engine 3 and Flash Scripting for Web Games. Get ready for late-night gaming tournaments! Participants will tour a game studio and talk to game developers. Locations include Stanford, Villanova, Emory, Lake Forest (Chicago) and UW (Seattle).
Please note that there are other game development and video game design courses offered at iD Tech Camps. This summer technology program for ages 7-17 is North America's favorite tech camp, and located at over 60 prestigious universities in the U.S and Canada.
Save $100 through December 15th with the Holiday Special (use promo code WD27).
New York Film Academy - Teen Film & Acting Camps
Residential and Day Coed Summer Camp
Each summer the world famous New York Film Academy Film and Acting Camps give hundreds of high school students an unforgettable and transformative experience in Filmmaking, Acting and 3-D Animation. Our high school camps are designed for students with little or no previous filmmaking, acting or animation experience. They are hands-on intensive workshops that teach all aspects of the filmmaking process - writing, shooting, directing, and editing is taught by award winning instructors.
Camp season opens in June and ends in August. 1, 3, 4 or 6-week Sessions. Ages 14-17.
Summer Institute for the Gifted
Coed Camps with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Gifted students in grades K-12 can participate in the renowned Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) program. Hosted at some of the most famous colleges and universities in the country such as Princeton University, Dartmouth College and UC Berkeley, SIG has the best well-rounded program for gifted students as it combines academics, social, cultural and recreational opportunities. Students live and learn on campus for three-weeks, leaving with the additional confidence gained by an experience that is all their own.
Because of our small classes, low teacher-student ratio, and teaching assistants, SIG is able to individualize the program for each and every student. Student safety, security and health are our top priority as SIG programs are well staffed for careful supervision. Ten day programs are available for younger students and most of our residential programs have a commuter option. Our more than 25 years of experience have made us the leading organization in the field.
The Summer Institute for the Gifted is the program of the National Society for the Gifted (www.nsgt.org), a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) foundation.
YMCA Camp Erdman
Residential coed summer camp
YMCA Camp H.R. Erdman is located on the beautiful north shore of Oahu, Hawaii and has been the place for conferences, retreats, and family reunions since 1926.
Set between the Waianae Mountains and a beautiful ocean shoreline, the sun shines nearly everyday. The facilities include a dining hall, several meeting rooms, swimming pool, climbing tower, archery ranges, low & high ropes courses, basketball courts, and much, much more.
Camp Oliver
Residential coed summer camp
Camp Oliver is a small, non-profit camp located in the Cleveland National Forest. Our mission is to provide our campers with a safe caring environment so they can appreciate and value themselves, others, and the natural world around them. Our program is designed to be fun, build friendships, leadership skills, self-esteem, an appreciation of nature and lasting memories.
We provide traditional camp activities such as archery, arts & crafts, campfires, hiking, dance, swimming, a low elements challenge course and more. Our summer season begins in late June and continues through mid August. We offer one-week sessions for campers ages 6-16.
MoonDance Adventures
Wilderness Adventure Program
Moondance is an adventure travel program offering teenagers a variety of carefully crafted experiential summer adventures both domestically and internationally. We design a hands on, learn by doing program for young people who want to see the world in unique and inspiring ways. Activities include backpacking, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, mountaineering, fly fishing, surfing, SCUBA, sea kayaking, cultural immersion and community service.
We operate our programs in North Carolina, Colorado, Wyoming, Washington, Alaska, Hawaii, California, Costa Rica, Peru, Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Spain, France and Tanzania. When new friends, radiant sunrises, shared accomplishments, and thrilling activities combine and intermingle, the result is indescribable. We call it the "Spirit of the Moondance."
Idyllwild Arts Summer Program
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Since 1950, the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program, formerly known as ISOMATA, has offered intensive workshops in dance, film/video, music, theatre, visual arts and creative writing to students of all ages and abilities including families, in the spectacular San Jacinto Moutains of Southern California.
Early July-Late August. Most programs are two weeks long. Children, 5-12, Junior Artists, 11-13, Youth, 13-18.
Wellspring California
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
If you're looking for a fun-in-the-sun and an amazing variety of mountain and beach activities, Wellspring California is the place for you. Campers 11 - 18 years old take advantage of the wonderful sunshine, refreshing local waters, and fantastic campus facilities, campers participate in a variety of outdoor activities and watersports. Then, we cool off back on campus in extensive fitness and recreation facilities, including training and aerobic areas, weight rooms, gyms, and swimming pool. Campers share modern, comfortable, air-conditioned dorms as well as dining and common areas.
Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
SuperCamp
Residential coed summer camp
SuperCamp is an academic and life skills camp that provides powerful, lifelong learning skills and builds motivation, confidence and self-esteem. We help create a roadmap toward success that students take back to school after camp. SuperCamp is a place of nonstop work and play, learning and growing, classes and outdoor challenges.
Held at 7 prestigious U.S. colleges campuses: Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA; Cal State San Marcos, San Marcos, CA: University of Washington, Seattle, WA; Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO; Drake University, Des Moines, IA; Cornell University, Ithaca, NY; Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC. 10-day programs are available for middle school & high school students and an 8-day program is available for current & incoming college students.
SEACAMP San Diego
Residential coed summer camp
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.
Digital Media Academy Summer Computer Camps
Residential and Day coed computer camps
Accredited by Stanford University, DMA is "The Summer Digital Art and Technology Camp for Kids and Teens!" DMA is ideal for students of all ages wanting exposure to the most relevant software used in Hollywood and the entertainment industry, video game design, and web design while gaining hands-on experience under the eye of accomplished professionals. Whether to explore a possible career path, gain practical skills or just have an incredible time with friends, DMA is unparalleled.
DMA offers day and overnight courses in weekly and multi-week sessions for youth, age 7-18. DMA courses accommodate a wide variety of digital media interests in a more sophisticated learning environment than other summer computer camps. All courses are project based and taught by accomplished professionals who have a passion for inspiring young minds. An average student to instructor ratio of 6 to 1 allows for plenty of individual attention as students explore, create and immerse themselves.
Teen courses include Robotics, Digital Filmmaking, 3D Animation, Web Production, Programming, and Music and Video Production - just to name a few. Youth courses (called Digital Media Adventures) include Robotics, Digital Filmmaking, Game Creation, Web Design & Flash, Cartoon & Comic Book Creation and Surfing & Filmmaking.
SOAR, Inc.
Wilderness adventure program
For over 30 years, SOAR has provided multi-length, adventure programs for youth diagnosed with ADHD and/or learning disabilities. Recognizing the outdoors provides an ideal classroom where relevant learning can occur and life skills can be taught, emphasis is placed on developing self-confidence, social skills, and problem solving techniques. Courses are co-ed, and are developed for youth ages 8 - 18 with average or above average intelligence and physical aptitude. Staff to student ratio is low, and instructors are hired for qualities of maturity and caring, enabling them to relate to students and enhance their adventure experience.
Activities vary by location and range from snorkeling and kayaking in the Florida Keys; backpacking, and whitewater rafting in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina; surfing and sea kayaking along the California Coast; and horsepacking and fishing in the Wind River Mountains of Wyoming and much more. Specialty courses include a trip to the rainforests of Costa Rica, learning to whitewater kayak and even participating in a western rodeo! New programs incude a Northern California Expedition and a traditional camp model in sunny Florida.
Camp Ocean Pines- Ocean Adventures
Residential coed summer camp
Summer Camp is an important part of being a kid! Kids at Camp Ocean Pines in Cambria, CA get to explore different beaches and ocean life on the central coast. "Ocean Adventures" is the theme where kids connect to nature and arts and the sea. Make new friends and explore new places! This resident camp is a perfect blend of nature and adventure for students age 8 - 15. Students at Ocean Adventures will be kayaking in Morro Bay, tide pooling in Cambria, body boarding in Cayucos, swimming at San Simeon cove, and jade hunting and hiking in Big Sur.
Along with great ocean based activities, students will get to try different types of arts and crafts also enjoy many other traditional camp activities. We have three, week-long campouts in Big Sur and Morro Bay and Yosemite! Sleep in tents under magnificent redwoods or at the beach, hike the hidden creeks, camp out under the stars, kayak on the bay, horseback ride on the beach. Nature loving campers will see the endangered California condor, the Stellars' sea lion, and fuzzy sea otters. Meals cooked over the campfire, with evening songs and stories under the stars.
Pali Overnight Adventures
Residential coed summer camp
Pali Adventures is a specialty overnight camp providing once-in-a-lifetime fantasy experiences for 9-16 year olds offering 18 specialty programs: Secret Agent Camp, Horseback Riding Academy, Acting Academy, Extreme Action Camp, Skate Camp, Water Sports Extravaganza, Hollywood Stunt Camp, Culinary Institute, Theater Academy, Fashion Design Institute, Movie Make-Up, Rock Star Camp, Film Institute, Dance Academy, Girl Power Extreme, Magazine Publishing and Leadership.
Electives include: Jet skiing, go-karts, paintball, high ropes, climbing wall, ATV quads, ceramics, zip line, inline skating, bungee trampoline, soccer, riflery, dance, skateboarding, karate, spa treatments, arts and crafts, photography, fencing, silk-screening, horseback riding, wakeboarding, mini-bikes, and much more!
Staff Training: Staff members receive intensive background checks, a multi faceted interview process and a two-week orientation. "What is in the best interest of our campers" is the core of each decision in camp. Pali is a fun and exciting experience your camper will remember for a lifetime!
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 prepares three nutritious meals a day. Our cabins come equipped with full bathroom & shower facilities, and built-in solid wood bunks.
Camp Trinity on The Bar 717 Ranch
Residential coed summer camp
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.
Camp Whittier
Residential coed summer camp
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. Programs include: Ropes Challenge Course, Swimming, Drama, Archery, Music, Arts & Crafts, Campfires and more. ACA accredited camp.
5 day sessions in July. Scholarships are available. Campers are between the ages of 6 and 13 years old. CIT'S (counselor in training) program available ages 14-17.
Camp available for user group retreat rentals, challenge course & outdoor education programs year round.
SeaWorld San Diego Adventure Camp
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
SeaWorld has everything you want in a summer resident camp. We give campers behind-the-scenes, hands-on experiences with amazing animals. But it's not just about animals. It's also about having fun, exploring the great outdoors, and having a blast with new friends and all the awesome rides and attractions of SeaWorld San Diego. SeaWorld Adventure Camps help kids connect to the natural world and inspire a lifelong appreciation for earth's wildlife and wild places.
You'll stay in SeaWorld's Adventure Camp Center, which features classrooms, eating and outdoor play areas, a food service facility, and two floors of secure dormitories. Adventure Camps are accredited by the American Camp Association and exceed ACA standards to create a safe and enjoyable camp experience. Camp activities vary according to park hours and are available for grade level and camp session.
River Way Ranch Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Nestled in California's scenic Sierra Nevada foothills, near majestic Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, River Way Ranch Camp has established itself over the last 41 years as one of the most premier residential summer camps in the country. Offering campers, ages 7-16, the chance of a lifetime, River Way strives to create an unforgettable experience in which campers become immersed in a fantastically supportive environment. With a highly trained staff bringing enthusiasm, energy and encouragement to every aspect of their stay, our campers break through their personal barriers as they branch out and try many of our 65 different activities.
Facilities at River Way set the standard for the camping industry, offering campers air-conditioned, resort-style accommodations. Utilizing activities such as waterskiing, waverunners, horseback riding, a high ropes challenge course, performing arts, dance, gymnastics, martial arts, paintball, geocaching, diva days mini-bikes, go carts, and white water rafting, counselors encourage campers to challenge themselves with new experiences, allowing them to discover hidden talents and increase their sense of accomplishment and self esteem. River Way consistently is viewed as a leader in the summer camp industry. For more information, please visit our web site or call us for a brochure and video.
Kennolyn Camps
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
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.
Catalina Island Camps
Residential coed summer camp
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.
Walton's Grizzly Lodge Summer Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Founded in 1926 by Mom and Pop Walton, Walton's Grizzly Lodge is currently under the guidance of third generation owners and fourth generation directors. We believe in providing a structured program for children that emphasizes a feeling of family, friendship and belonging and encourages active participation in a variety of experiences.
Our private lake is ideal for water skiing, wake boarding, windsurfing, sailing, fishing and swimming. Horseback riding. Extensive ropes courses. Variety of craft programs. Wide range of athletics. Out of camp trips. One and two week sessions available. Ages 7-14. One hour from Reno!
