Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session
Overnight camp with traditional activities, leadership development, and outdoor adventures.
▌ Editor's read Camp Bob Waldorf's website loads successfully, presenting a clear overview of its programs. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, confirming its commitment to industry best practices. The camp is also licensed by the State of California, with license number 197800001, as stated on its website. The camp is operated by Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles, indicating a nonprofit ownership structure. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Bob Waldorf offers overnight programs, including general sessions and specialty camps. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.8 stars from 104 reviews, with many campers and parents praising the supportive staff and positive impact on children. The camp emphasizes a sliding scale fee to ensure accessibility for all families.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–17
Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session 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
- Yes
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 8–17
- Hours: Overnight residential camp
- Address: 19858 Placerita Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91321
- Phone: (818) 738-7168
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Tiered pricing starting at $600. Financial assistance available. Exact 2026 rates not confirmed on website.
↗ What parents like
- Offers financial assistance
- Horseback riding available
- Focus on leadership skills
↘ Watch for
- Website registration link is broken
- Pricing for 2026 not confirmed
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: Yes
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session
- What ages does Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session accept?
- Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session is open to children ages 8–17. 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 Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session cost?
- Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session 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 - General Session's hours?
- Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session 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.
- Is Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session accredited?
- Yes — Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 Bob Waldorf - General Session?
- Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session is operated by a nonprofit organization. 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 - General Session provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session 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 Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session offer financial aid?
- Yes — Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session 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).
- How does Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Santa Clarita?
- Camp Bob Waldorf - General Session is one of 54 outdoors/nature camps in Santa Clarita 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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