Camp · Specialty · Ages 18–21 · $2,000/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 18–21

Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older

Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older · $2,000/week

Camp Paivika offers a specialized overnight camping experience for children and adults with disabilities, focusing on independence and outdoor activities in ...

▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Paivika loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs for individuals with disabilities. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association, with accreditation valid through 2024, indicating a commitment to health, safety, and program quality. The camp is a program of AbilityFirst, a nonprofit organization, and has been operating for 75 years, showcasing extensive experience in this specialized field. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive extensive training. Camp Paivika offers overnight programs tailored for various age groups, including sessions specifically for adults 18 and older. Google reviews for 'Camp Paivika' show a rating of 4.8 stars based on 100 reviews, with many reviewers praising the caring staff and the positive impact on campers' independence and social skills. Social media handles for the parent organization, AbilityFirst, are @abilityfirst on Instagram and 'abilityfirst' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 18–21

Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 18–21
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 600 Playground Drive, Cedarpines Park, CA 92325, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Session 7 costs $900. Friends & Family camp is $625 per camper plus adult care provider, and $210 per night for additional family members. Financial aid is available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older

What ages does Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older accept?
Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older is open to children ages 18–21. 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 Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older cost?
Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older publishes $2,000/week for the standard session. USD. Session 7 costs $900. Friends & Family camp is $625 per camper plus adult care provider, and $210 per night for additional family members. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older's hours?
Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older 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 Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older accredited?
Yes — Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older?
Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 75 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 Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older provide lunch?
Camp Paivika - Session 4: Adults - 18 and older 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.

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