Camp · Religious · Ages 6–7 · $1,000/week
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▌ Religious · Ages 6–7

CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone

Occidental, CA · $1,000/week

Stepping Stone is a shorter, introductory overnight camp program for younger campers at CYO Summer Camp.

▌ Editor's read CYO Summer Camp is operated by Catholic Charities SF, indicating a religious affiliation and non-profit structure. The camp offers a traditional overnight experience with activities like swimming, archery, and arts & crafts, as detailed on their 'Activities' page. While the website provides extensive information on registration, policies, and activities, there is no explicit mention of ACA accreditation or staff-to-camper ratios. The 'About Us' section does not specify the camp's founding year or years of operation. The camp's social media presence on Instagram (@cyocamp) and Facebook (CYOCamp) is active, showcasing camp life and community engagement. There is no specific language regarding background checks for staff on the provided URL.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–7

CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. religious content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Religious
  • Ages: 6–7
  • Address: 12500 Camp CYO Rd, Occidental, CA 95465
  • Phone: (415) 863-5100
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Camper Fee: $1,000. The traditional “Friends & Family” $40 discount is available for summer 2026!

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone

What ages does CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone accept?
CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone is open to children ages 6–7. 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 CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone cost?
CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone publishes $1,000/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone?
CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone provide lunch?
Yes — CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone 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.
How does CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone compare to other religious camps in Occidental?
CYO Summer Camp - Stepping Stone is one of 11 religious camps in Occidental 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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