Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–18 · $600/week
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Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural Session

Los Angeles · $600/week · ★ 4.7 (161 reviews)

Camp Bob Waldorf offers a traditional overnight camp experience with a focus on Jewish culture and values, serving...

▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Bob Waldorf loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation expiring in 2024, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp's California state license number is 197800001. The 'About Us' section states the camp has been operating for over 85 years, tracing its roots back to 1938. It is operated by the Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles, identifying it as a nonprofit organization. The website explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Bob Waldorf offers an overnight program, with a focus on Jewish cultural sessions. On Google, Camp Bob Waldorf has a rating of 4.8 stars based on 105 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children and the inclusive environment. Social media handles include @campbobwaldorf on Instagram and 'campbobwaldorf' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194185+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–18

Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural 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
1941 (85 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 8–18
  • Hours: Overnight residential camp
  • Address: Headquarters: 11150 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 900, Los Angeles, CA 90064
  • Phone: (818) 957-4900
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tiered pricing starting at $600. Financial assistance available.

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on Jewish culture and values
  • Financial assistance available
  • Variety of activities offered

↘ Watch for

  • Limited session dates
  • Website lacks some details

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural Session

What ages does Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural Session accept?
Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural Session 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 - Jewish Cultural Session cost?
Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural 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 - Jewish Cultural Session's hours?
Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural 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 - Jewish Cultural Session accredited?
Yes — Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 85 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 Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural Session?
Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural Session is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 85 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 - Jewish Cultural Session provide lunch?
Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural Session 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 Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural Session compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Los Angeles?
Camp Bob Waldorf - Jewish Cultural Session is one of 54 outdoors/nature camps in Los Angeles 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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