Camp Bob Waldorf
Camp Bob Waldorf is an overnight camp in Glendale, CA, offering a traditional summer camp experience focused on outdoor activities and personal growth for yo...
▌ Editor's read The Camp Bob Waldorf website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate overnight summer camp. The camp has been operating for 80 years, indicating a long-standing presence in youth development. It is licensed by the State of California, with license number 197000001, confirming regulatory oversight. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, which is a crucial safety measure. The camp is owned and operated by Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles, identifying it as a nonprofit organization. Google reviews show a rating of 4.8 stars based on 107 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children and the caring staff. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campbobwaldorf and a Facebook handle @campbobwaldorf, both actively updated. The camp offers a traditional overnight camp experience with activities like swimming, archery, and arts and crafts.
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Since 194680+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–18
Camp Bob Waldorf is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. outdoors/nature 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
- 1946 (80 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 8–18
- Hours: Overnight residential camp
- Address: 1041 Shirlyjean St, Glendale, CA 91208
- Phone: (818) 957-4900
- Cost notes: Tiered pricing starting at $600. Financial assistance is available.
↗ What parents like
- Extended care available
- Financial aid available
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: Yes
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Bob Waldorf
- What ages does Camp Bob Waldorf accept?
- Camp Bob Waldorf is open to children ages 8–18. 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 Bob Waldorf cost?
- Camp Bob Waldorf publishes $600/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Bob Waldorf's hours?
- Camp Bob Waldorf runs Overnight residential camp. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Bob Waldorf?
- Camp Bob Waldorf 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 Camp Bob Waldorf provide lunch?
- Camp Bob Waldorf 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.
- Does Camp Bob Waldorf offer financial aid?
- Yes — Camp Bob Waldorf offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
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