What ages does Stella Matutina Camp accept?

Stella Matutina Camp is open to children ages 8–18. 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 Stella Matutina Camp cost?

Stella Matutina Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.

Who runs Stella Matutina Camp?

Stella Matutina Camp 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 Stella Matutina Camp provide lunch?

Yes — Stella Matutina Camp 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.

▌ Religious · Ages 8–18

Stella Matutina Camp

Mormon Lake, AZ

A Catholic summer camp for boys and girls focused on spiritual and recreational activities.

▌ Editor's read The Stella Matutina Camp is explicitly organized by the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX), as stated on the sspx.org website. The camp is for girls aged 8-18 and offers an overnight program. Activities include daily Mass, rosary, spiritual conferences, crafts, sports, and swimming, indicating a blend of religious instruction and recreational activities. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, state licensing, or specific staff-to-camper ratios. The website does not contain language regarding background checks for staff. The SSPX's canonical status is a significant factor to consider, as they are a traditionalist Catholic group not in full communion with the Vatican, which may be a red flag for some families.

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Who thrives here Ages 8–18

Stella Matutina Camp 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 accredited or not found
Established: Not listed
Operator: Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Religious
Ages: 8–18
Address: St. Aloysius Gonzaga Retreat Center, 19104 E. 169th St., Kansas City, MO 64157
Phone: 816-659-2600
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: USD 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Stella Matutina Camp

What ages does Stella Matutina Camp accept?: Stella Matutina Camp is open to children ages 8–18. 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 Stella Matutina Camp cost?: Stella Matutina Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Stella Matutina Camp?: Stella Matutina Camp 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 Stella Matutina Camp provide lunch?: Yes — Stella Matutina Camp 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.

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