Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp
A traditional summer camp experience for kids with T1D, with diabetes education woven into the activities.
▌ Editor's read The Diabetes Youth Families (DYF) website (dyf.org) loads successfully and details Bearskin Meadow Camp, an overnight camp specifically for children with Type 1 Diabetes. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, indicating adherence to industry safety and quality standards. California state license number 1000037 is listed on their website. DYF has been operating for 80 years, founded by Dr. Philip P. Lee, and is a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Bearskin Meadow Camp' show a 4.9-star rating from 104 reviews, with parents frequently praising the supportive environment, the specialized medical care, and the positive impact on their children's independence in managing diabetes. Social media handles @dyfcamps are active on both Instagram and Facebook, showcasing camp activities and community engagement.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–13
Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp 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 specialty 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
- 1946 (80 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 7–13
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 60000 E Kings Canyon Rd, Dunlap, CA 93621, USA
- Phone: (925) 680-4994
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $1795 per person for a 5-day session. Tiered pricing and financial aid are available.
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (1 one-week), from Jun 27 to Jul 1.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jun 27 – Jul 1, 2026 · 1 week · $1,195
↗ What parents like
- Specialized for kids with T1D
- Medical supervision
↘ Watch for
- High cost per week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp
- What ages does Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp accept?
- Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp is open to children ages 7–13. 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 Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp cost?
- Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp publishes $2,513/week for the standard session. $1795 per person for a 5-day session. Tiered pricing and financial aid are available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp's hours?
- Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's 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.
- Is Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp accredited?
- Yes — Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 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 Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp?
- Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 80 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 Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp provide lunch?
- Yes — Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- Does Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp offer transportation?
- Bearskin Meadow Camp - Kid's Camp provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
Planning guides
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