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YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders

Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School · ★ 4.5 (2 reviews)

The Marin YMCA's Pathfinders camp at Loma Verde Elementary offers a traditional day camp experience for children entering grades K-5, focusing on fun, friend...

▌ Editor's read The Marin YMCA's Pathfinders camp at Loma Verde Elementary School is a traditional day camp for children entering grades K-5, as detailed on the ymcashf.org website. The camp is operated by the YMCA of San Francisco, a well-established nonprofit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention, first aid, and CPR. While the specific camp location at Loma Verde Elementary is not individually accredited by the ACA, the YMCA of San Francisco as a whole is a reputable organization. Google reviews for the Marin YMCA generally reflect positive experiences, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 200 reviews, often praising the staff and variety of activities. The program focuses on activities like sports, arts and crafts, and outdoor play, aiming to foster personal growth and friendships. The camp's social media presence includes an Instagram handle @ymcasf and a Facebook page YMCASF.
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Who thrives here Ages 10–13

YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. traditional day camp 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
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 10–13
  • Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Address: 399 Alameda De La Loma, Novato, CA 94949, USA
  • Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing. A deposit is due each week. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders

What ages does YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders accept?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders is open to children ages 10–13. 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 YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders cost?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. YMCA member/non-member pricing. A deposit is due each week. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders's hours?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders runs 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders 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 YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders provide lunch?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders 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 YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders compare to other traditional day camp camps in Novato?
YMCA of San Francisco - Marin YMCA - Loma Verde Elementary School - Pathfinders is one of 45 traditional day camp camps in Novato 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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