Gesher Bet
Gesher Bet is a program for campers entering 11th grade at Camp Ramah in California, focusing on leadership development and community engagement within a Jew...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://ramah.org/summer-camp/dates-rates/, loads successfully and is part of the Camp Ramah in California website. This page lists 'Gesher Bet' as a program for campers entering 11th grade, with a session running from June 19 to August 11, 2024, at a cost of $14,480. The website indicates that Camp Ramah in California is a Jewish overnight camp. While the site provides general information about Camp Ramah, specific details about the Gesher Bet program itself, such as daily activities or a dedicated program description, are not readily available on this particular page. The camp's main Instagram handle is @ramahcamps and its Facebook handle is ramahcamps, indicating a broader network of Ramah camps. There is no explicit mention of ACA accreditation on the provided page, nor specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. Google reviews for 'Camp Ramah in California' show a rating of 4.8 stars from 124 reviews, with many reviewers praising the strong community, Jewish values, and positive impact on their children.
Who thrives here Ages 8–10
Gesher Bet fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given religious program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Religious
- Ages: 8–10
- Address: 385 Fairview Rd, Ojai, CA 93023, USA
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Gesher Bet
- What ages does Gesher Bet accept?
- Gesher Bet is open to children ages 8–10. 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 Gesher Bet cost?
- Gesher Bet publishes $1,810/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Does Gesher Bet provide lunch?
- Gesher Bet 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 Gesher Bet compare to other religious camps in Ojai?
- Gesher Bet is one of 12 religious camps in Ojai 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
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Gesher Bet.
- Camp Ramah in California · Ojai, CA · Ages 10–17 · $1,683/week
- Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 · Ojai, CA · Ages 9–17 · $2,085/week
- Camp Ramah in California - Session 1 (Grades 4-11) · Ojai, CA · Ages 9–17 · $1,824/week
- Gesher Dalet · Camp Ramah in California · Ages 8–9 · $1,810/week
- Amplify Sleep Away Camp · Amplify Sleep Away Camp · Ages 8–18 · $2,498/week
- Camp Ramah in California · Ojai · Ages 8–16 · $1,683/week
- Camp Ramah in California - Ezra 1 · Ojai, CA · Ages 9–17 · $1,720/week
- Camp Ramah in California - Ezra 2 · Ojai, CA · Ages 9–17 · $1,720/week