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California Challenge/Rope Courses Camps
Providing Unique Settings and Activities For Children To Expand Their Horizons
From the beautiful Redwood Forest to the sparkling beaches of Malibu, California camps have the qualities that both parents and kids are looking for. California camps specialize in providing your child with an adventurous, fun-filled, and life changing experience in a variety of themes.
The following are some highly recommended camps within the state of Challenge/Rope Courses. These programs have passed 300 stringent standards and thus are accredited by the World Camp Association and the American Camping Association.
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Rustic site, modern/traditional activities. Door-to-door transportation. Safety, fun, personal attention for your child. Established 1954.
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SuperCamp is the summer enrichment program that parents and kids love! Now in our 31st year and with over 60,000 graduates worldwide, we'll give your son or daughter the skills, added confidence, motivation and character direction to flourish. SuperCamp can give your son or daughter an academic and personal edge at its exciting 7-10 day academic summer programs held on prestigious university campuses worldwide. All programs promote an "I can do it" atmosphere in which learning occurs without stress and frustration. Music, games and an attitude of celebration throughout the program make the learning process fun and easy and help students reach beyond the boundaries set by themselves and others. Life-skills courses such as Communication, Problem Solving and an Outdoor Adventure Day develop self-confidence and increase motivation.
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THE CAMP OF CHOICE! Campers design their own summer by choose from 16 amazing morning specialties and over 50 incredible afternoon electives! Top facilities. World Class staff and great evening activities. Coed Ages 9 - 16
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A traditional day camp offering activities such as swimming, horseback riding, sports, art, sailing, kayaking, campout, drama, small groups with amazing staff.
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Explore the wonders of the universe. Qualified staff lead campers on high tech, science adventures in a mountain setting.
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At an elevation of over 6800, Camp AT is surrounding by provides the opportunity to make friends, have new adventures, and enjoy old traditions. Non GS welcome
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Beautiful mountain ranch camp teaching responsibility for oneself & others in a noncompetitive supportive environment.
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Select the weeks you desire, select the days each week, transportation in fee, swim daily, be in same group with friends. Entering our 53rd successful year.
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Explore Jewish concepts and various outlets of expression celebrating many facets of Jewish life. Specialty programs: athletic, artistic, wilderness. Kosher.
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A unique, social & recreational opportunity with peers. International & American counselors provide caring guidance.
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For youth with diabetes & families, learn about diabetes with experiences including rock climbing, crafts, & campfires - all in a safe, nurturing atmosphere.
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A fun oriented camp surrounded by the beautiful national forest. The YMCA camping program builds strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
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Camp del Corazon is a non-profit organization providing a free medically supervised residental camp for children ages 7-17 who are suffering from heart disease.
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Camp offers traditional YMCA camping activities. Located in the beautiful Angeles National Forest just minutes away from Mountain High Ski Resort and Wrightwood
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We offer an integrated camp expereince with disabled & able-bodied campers in a unique desert surrounding. Explore abilities while overcoming social boundries.
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The Best Jewish Camp for the Best Children...Yours. Gan Izzy-made from the best staff on earth.
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Christian camp serving inner city children primarily ages 7-12.
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Traditional camp for girls 6-17 with emphasis on nature, crafts and social skills. Parent-child weekends in the spring.
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Beautiful Malibu; caring environment, every camper counts; emphasis on Jewish culture; outdoor adventure, nature & fun.
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For 50 years our caring tradition has been the corenerstone of of our high return rate. We focus on campers first. Transportation provided.
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Camp Laurel is a camp for children living with HIV/AIDS. Camp Laurel strives to increase each child's self-esteem and self-worth.
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A beautiful site in Wilseyville, CA (Sierra Foothills) available to nonprofit organizations. Food service is provided. Numerous recreational activities.
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Boys & Girls Club of San Francisco programs designed to instill, strengthen leadership skills. Through outdoor programs youth are taught respect, responsibility
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Jewish residental summer cmap serving children entering grades 3-11. Kosher. Features ropes course, climbing tower, mountain biking, sports, arts, theater.
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At Camp Oakes character counts: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are pillars to live by. All are welcome.
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A special place for children with cancer and their siblings. Family weekends
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Girl Scout resident camp over 65 years of tradition, girl planned program in Big Bear Lake. Serves girls grades 2-12.
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Cost free, medically supervised, year-round camps for children with cancer & their families.
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Spiritual growth, leadership development & an experience of Christian living through a rugged & rustic camping program
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Program emphasizes community, discovery & creativity. Beautiful 260 acre wooded site at 4200' in the Cuyamaca Mountains.
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Friendly mountain camp, Horseback riding, crafts, camping, skills, swimming, and pioneer crafts. Family camp also.
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Tawonga is near Yosemite National Park on the lovely Tuolomne River. We focus on self-esteem, appreciation for nature, & fostering positive Jewish identity.
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Camp Whittier is a 55 acre retreat center offering teambuilding, outdoor education & children's summer camp. Join us in the beautiful Santa Barbara Mountains.
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CCSC is one of the only sleep-away sports camps in California. Campers build confidence, independence and learn teamwork in a non-competitive environment.
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Catalina Island Camps provides unique opportunities for campers to develop lifelong skills in a fun and cooperative group living environment.
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Have fun and explore Catalina Island. SCUBA, snorkeling, sailing, kayaking, marin science, island ecology, underwater photography and video, mtn biking, fun.
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You will come alive in glorious and pristine mountain setting of Cedar Lake Camp, nestled in the mountains, and set aside for the Glory of God.
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The Channel Islands YMCA is a charitable organization providing programs based upon Christian principles to men women and children of all ages, races, religious beliefs and economic status to develop and enrich the spirit, mind, and body.
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Traditional camp w/riding, pool, mtn bikes, archery, tennis, ropes course, batting cage, soccer. Resident RN. Coed fun, safe & challenging.
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We offer over 50 activities. Free choice. Our staff know every camper. Rustic setting in California's Northern Sierra.
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Minutes from Big Bear: Riflery,archery,swimming,canoeing,fencing,hiking,river walks,fishing,rafting,arts & crafts,volleyball,horseback riding, call for info
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Camp is the perfect size for young boys. Program designed for Cub Scouts but participation of all boys is welcome.
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Spectacular mountain high adventure camp. Rock climbing, boating, mountain bikes, ropes course, backpacking, windsurfing, & sailing. Family camp also offered.
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Christian camp, serves all denominations, mountain site, open all year for all ages & interests.
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Escape to one of 6 unique camps - from rustic to deluxe. Nestled in a scenic canyon of the San Bernardino mountains.
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A traditional, fun, and non-competitive program with a variety of activities on the shore of beautiful Huntington Lake, Sierra National Forest, since 1933.
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Rewarding summer adv. for boys. Dynamic camp surrounded by the amenities of Griffith Park and the exciting city of LA.
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New campus with arts and craft rooms. Full size gym, outdoor play area for kids in K-6th. Offering swimming daily, fun field trips and Jewish culture.
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Day Camp offers traditional & speciality camps including gymnastics, sports & other fun, camps in the North Country.
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In the Redwoods, 5 miles from Monterey Bay. Great high ropes/climbing facility . 56 summers with original owners. Coed.
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Outdoor recreation, fun,caring staff, diverse economic, ethnic backgrounds. All girl environment promotes independence & self-reliance. Life changing experience
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Nationally recognized riflery program plus mountain bikes, climbing, rappelling.
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A beautiful camp in Aptos, California available to nonprofit organizations. Food Service is provided. Numerous recreational opportunities available.
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High Sierra adventure, educational, life experience. Beautiful lakeside mountain setting. Noncompetitive, focus on outdoor & challenge activities.
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Georgous forested ranch; acres of lush meadows & lawns; family-like envir. Advent & fun used to stimulate healthy esteem; posit. envir, individ choice 20 acti.
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Ocean Institute
Dana Point, CA
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Camp includes music, drama, swimming, arts & crafts, sports, nature & Judaic culture. Camps include field trips, overnights and specialty camps.
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Come join us for an adventure filled summer. Your child will make friends, develop life-long skills and enjoy one-of-a-kind activities with our caring staff.
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Southern California Boys & Girls Club Camp in mountains above Palm Springs.
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God-centered, life enriching, loving community for children grades 1-12 & developmentally challenged children and adults. Beautiful mtn setting. Good food, fun.
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Western horseback specialty camp in mountains east of San Diego. Spectacular trails, excellent instruction, all levels.
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Jewish environment provides perfect setting for a fun, exciting summer. We also have family & special needs programs.
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Family owned & operated. 60 activities, emphasis on 1st time camper, memories to last a lifetime, highly trained staff. Wonder Valley Family Camp avail in Aug.
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We are a non-profit organization helping boys build pride, self-confidnece, leadership skills, and a desire to reach their potential through a great summer camp
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Boy Scout summer camp, open weekends and some holidays, family camps, new log cabins sleep 8; beautiful high desert.
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Wilderness adventure in the Tahoe Nat'l Forest for 8-17 year olds. Small, noncompetitive, near 70+ lakes & miles of trails.
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Traditional style camp with 63 years of tradtion. Located on a warm water lake in a pine forest. Small cabin groups and high counselor/camper ratio.
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Traditional girl's camp overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Supportive atmosphere. Special programs in horseback riding (E, W, vaulting), high adventure, beach.
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Camp Wrighwood's newly desigend summer program creates a place where young & old alike can be themselves. Make friends & have fun, learn new skills & confidence
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Where people of all cultures, expecially from the inner city, experience the love of Christ through excellent facilities, creative programs and loving staff.
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A summer camp and year-round care center for children with serious medical conditions and their families.
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A warm, safe, and exciting environment. Explorative activities, well trained and caring staff. Pool on campus, and fabulous special events. Summer fun for all.
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The day camp provides children of all ability levels the opportunity to play & grow in a positive & safe enviroment. We strive to develop the whole child.
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70 Miles from LA, summer & winter programs for 1st - 12th grades. Rental facilities for church and para-church groups.
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Campers experience carefree, constructive activities in the out-of-doors like Tom Sawyer & Becky Thatcher.
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Build friendships & enjoy excellent recreation & art program in reform Jewish community. Entering 2nd-8th grade.
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Valley Trails offers a traditional camp experience for campers grades K-9. Safe campus setting with low camper to counselor ratios providing great memories.
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A family tradition since 1926. 4th Generation Directors-Private Lake-Individual Programming from 35+ Activities. Mature & Caring Counselors. Memories for life.
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Wellspring is the only weight loss camp exclusively for young women, and the most fun, most famous, most effective and most affordable summer weight loss camp.
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Mountain setting w/ all the comforts of home. Sports, hiking, team building, art programs, first time & general camping
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Excellence in Jewish camping. Sports and arts are a large part of our program. Join us for the magic in Malibu.
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Mountain setting with open-air living, CIT, high adventure programs, riding & general camping.
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Caring, rustic setting serving economically disadvantaged youth.
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Mountain setting, traditional program, astronomy. Campers thrive in noncompetitive caring atmosphere.
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Traditional YMCA program that focuses on Christian heritage of the YMCA in a rustic mountain setting.
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Located in the beautiful redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Busing available from the East Bay. Call for more info about camp and rentals.
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Traditional YMCA mtn resident camp. Spectacular site in San Diego's high mountains. Character building experiences.
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Beautiful oceanfront camp. Surfing, body boarding, sea kayaking, San Diego, CA.Travel groups served. Beach camping.
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Since 1914 our summer campers have enjoyed an environment that encourages heartfelt laughter, interactive learning, & personal growth through fun YMCA programs.
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YMCA camp located on the edge of wilderness area. Rich history of camping dedicated to serving the youth & families of the greater Los Angeles area.
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YMCA camp located in beautiful mountain area. Year-round modern facility dedicated to serving the youth and families of Los Angeles. They also offer Friday-Saturday sessions at $110 per person.
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Beautiful redwoods in Santa Cruz Mtns. Traditional YMCA programs include activites like backpacking, challenge courses, rock climbing, arts and crafts, & more.
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Year round day camp offers fun filled, exciting days,full and part-time available. Camp is open 6:30am - 6:30pm.
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