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Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp

Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp · $940/week

Zajac Ranch offers an overnight camp experience for children and young adults with chronic illnesses and disabilities, providing adapted activities in a supp...

▌ Editor's read Zajac Ranch for Children is a non-profit organization that has been operating since 1999, making it 27 years old. The website loads as a real camp site and clearly outlines its mission to provide camps for children and young adults with chronic illnesses and disabilities. The camp offers overnight programs, with a focus on adapted activities such as horseback riding, kayaking, and arts and crafts. The 'About Us' section mentions Mel Zajac as the founder, driven by personal experience. The 'Staff' page states that all staff undergo criminal record checks, indicating a commitment to safety. While not ACA accredited, the camp emphasizes its medical team and accessible facilities. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.8 stars from 144 reviews, with many praising the inclusive environment and dedicated staff. Social media handles are active on Instagram (@zajacranch) and Facebook (zajacranch), showcasing camp activities and community engagement.
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Since 199927+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–17

Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1999 (27 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 7–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 15600 Florence Lake Rd, Mission, BC V4S 1C4, Canada
  • Phone: (604) 826-3604
  • Cost notes: With the Zajac Camper Allowance, families pay up to $940 maximum out of pocket. The actual cost of one week of camp is about $1,880 per child. Financial aid is available. CAD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp

What ages does Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp accept?
Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp is open to children ages 7–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp cost?
Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp publishes $940/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp's hours?
Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp?
Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 27 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp provide lunch?
Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp compare to other specialty camps in Mission?
Zajac Ranch - Mixed Medical Diagnosis Camp is one of 5 specialty camps in Mission that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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