Session 1
Camp Ramah in California offers a Jewish overnight camp experience in Ojai, focusing on community, tradition, and personal growth through various activities.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the 'Dates & Rates' page for Camp Ramah in California, which is an overnight Jewish summer camp located in Ojai. The website loads correctly and provides detailed information about various sessions and their costs. While the specific 'Session 1' is a general term for a camp period, the website clearly outlines the offerings for different age groups and session lengths. The camp's Instagram handle is @ramahcalifornia and its Facebook handle is ramahcalifornia, both actively showcasing camp life. The website does not explicitly state ACA accreditation on the 'Dates & Rates' page, nor does it provide a state license number. The owner type appears to be religiously affiliated (Jewish). Google reviews for 'Camp Ramah in California' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars from 144 reviews, with many reviewers praising the community, staff, and positive impact on their children. The site does not mention specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies on the provided page.
Who thrives here Ages 9–17
Session 1 is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. religious 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
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Religious
- Ages: 9–17
- 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 Session 1
- What ages does Session 1 accept?
- Session 1 is open to children ages 9–17. 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 Session 1 cost?
- Session 1 publishes $1,683/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Does Session 1 provide lunch?
- Session 1 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 Session 1 compare to other religious camps in Ojai?
- Session 1 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
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Session 1 with other camps.
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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Session 1.
- 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