Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash)
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▌ Editor's read Catalina Island Camps is a well-established overnight camp operating since 1922, founded by Carolyn and John Fee. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, and holds California state license number 197800001. The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and provides a camper-to-staff ratio of 4:1. Google reviews indicate a strong reputation, with a 4.9-star rating from over 100 reviews, frequently praising the diverse activities, supportive staff, and positive impact on campers. The camp is a non-profit organization, emphasizing its mission-driven approach to youth development. Social media presence includes an active Instagram (@catalinaislandcamps) and Facebook (CatalinaIslandCamps) page.
Who thrives here Ages 6–15
Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) 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 water sports 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
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 104 (1922 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Water Sports
- Ages: 6–15
- Hours: Sleepaway camp
- Address: Howlands Landing, Catalina Island, California (office: 707 W Woodbury Rd, Unit F, Altadena, CA 91001)
- Phone: (626) 296-4040
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $495/week. One-time $75 registration fee. Sibling discounts available.
Runs Sleepaway camp, 5 sessions (2 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 9 to Aug 3.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 9 – 15, 2026 · 1 week · $2,650
- Session 2 Jun 16 – 22, 2026 · 1 week · $2,800
- Session 3 Jun 24 – Jul 6, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,100
- Session 4 Jul 8 – 20, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,100
- Session 5 Jul 22 – Aug 3, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,100
↗ What parents like
- Wide range of activities
- Award-winning educational day camp
- Weekly field trips included
↘ Watch for
- Additional registration fee
- Lunch not included
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash)
- What ages does Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) accept?
- Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) is open to children ages 6–15. 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 Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) cost?
- Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) publishes $495/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash)'s hours?
- Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) runs Sleepaway camp. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) accredited?
- Yes — Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1922 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 Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash)?
- Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1922 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 Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) provide lunch?
- Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) 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 Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) offer extended care?
- Yes — Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- How does Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) compare to other water sports camps in Los Angeles?
- Catalina Island Camps – Session 5 (2 Weeks, Color Clash) is one of 49 water sports 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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