One Week
Camp Augusta is a non-profit overnight camp in Nevada City, California, offering a wide array of activities and a...
▌ Editor's read Camp Augusta's website loads as a real camp site, offering overnight programs for children. The camp was founded by Molly and John in 1994, indicating over 29 years of operation. It is structured as a non-profit organization. While not explicitly stating an ACA accreditation on their website, they do mention that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR and First Aid. The camp's philosophy focuses on 'challenge by choice' with over 100 activities available, including horseback riding, blacksmithing, and a high ropes course. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 107 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's unique activities, caring staff, and positive impact on their children's growth. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campaugusta and a Facebook page 'campaugusta'.
Who thrives here Ages 8–16
One Week is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway 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
- 32 (1994 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 8–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 17530 Lake Vera Purdon Road, Nevada City, CA 95959
- Phone: (530) 265-3702
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $2425 per session
Runs 24-hour residential, 3 sessions (3 one-week), from Jun 7 to Aug 8.
2 open · 1 waitlist
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jun 7 – 13, 2026 · 1 week · $2,425
- Session 2 Jun 14 – 20, 2026 · 1 week · $2,425
- Session 6 Aug 2 – 8, 2026 · 1 week · $2,425 Waitlist
↗ What parents like
- 150+ activities
- Longest staff training in US
↘ Watch for
- No electronics allowed
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about One Week
- What ages does One Week accept?
- One Week is open to children ages 8–16. 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 One Week cost?
- One Week publishes $2,425/week for the standard session. $2425 per session Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are One Week's hours?
- One Week 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.
- Who runs One Week?
- One Week is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1994 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 One Week provide lunch?
- One Week 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 One Week compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Nevada City?
- One Week is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Nevada City 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare One Week with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside One Week.
- CIRCLE (Part I) · Nevada City, CA · Ages 16–18
- Camp Augusta · Nevada City, CA · Ages 7–18 · $2,425/week
- Camp Augusta: Mini-Camp · Nevada City, CA · Ages 7–8 · $510/week
- Camp Cadi-Casu - Traditional Camp · Kananaskis, AB · Ages 7–17 · $750/week
- CIRCLE (Part II) · Nevada City, CA · Ages 16–18
- Traditional Camp · Kananaskis, AB · Ages 7–11 · $750/week
- Two Weeks · Nevada City, CA · Ages 8–16 · $2,388/week