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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–14

Catalina Island Camps - Session 5

Avalon, CA · $2,550/week

A traditional overnight camp on Catalina Island with a focus on outdoor adventure and marine science.

▌ Editor's read Catalina Island Camps has been operating since 1924, indicating a long-standing presence and experience in youth camping (About Us page). The camp is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid through 2025, demonstrating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality (ACA logo and link in footer). They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which is a strong indicator of supervision levels (Safety & Staff page). The camp also details a comprehensive staff hiring process including background checks, drug testing, and extensive training, highlighting a commitment to camper safety (Safety & Staff page). As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, their mission is likely focused on youth development rather than profit (About Us page, footer).
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1021924+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–14

Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
102 (1924 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–14
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 100 Howland Landing, Avalon, CA 90704
  • Phone: (310) 510-1622
  • Cost notes: Two Week Session for $5100. Save $300 before December 1, 2025, $200 before February 1, 2026, $100 before April 1, 2026.

Runs 24-hour residential, 5 sessions (2 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 9 to Aug 3.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 9 – 15, 2026 · 1 week · $2,650
  • Session 2 Jun 16 – 22, 2026 · 1 week · $2,800
  • Session 3 Jun 24 – Jul 6, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,100
  • Session 4 Jul 8 – 20, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,100
  • Session 5 Jul 22 – Aug 3, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,100

↗ What parents like

  • Waterfront location on Catalina Island
  • Wide range of water activities
  • Focus on marine biology

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • No email contact available

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Catalina Island Camps - Session 5

What ages does Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 accept?
Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 is open to children ages 7–14. 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 Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 cost?
Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 publishes $2,550/week for the standard session. Two Week Session for $5100. Save $300 before December 1, 2025, $200 before February 1, 2026, $100 before April 1, 2026. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Catalina Island Camps - Session 5's hours?
Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 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.
Is Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 accredited?
Yes — Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1924 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Catalina Island Camps - Session 5?
Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1924 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 Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 provide lunch?
Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 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 Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Avalon?
Catalina Island Camps - Session 5 is one of 6 overnight/sleepaway camps in Avalon 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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