Camp · Specialty · Ages 10–17 · $100/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 10–17

Camp One Step - Campcraft

Camp One Step - Campcraft · $100/week · ★ 4.6 (146 reviews)

An overnight camp for children with cancer focusing on outdoor skills, nature exploration, and wilderness activities.

▌ Editor's read Camp One Step, operating since 1978, offers specialized overnight summer camp programs for children with cancer. The organization is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, indicating a commitment to industry standards for safety and program quality. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. Google reviews for 'Camp One Step' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with common themes highlighting the positive impact on campers' lives, the supportive community, and the dedicated staff. The camp's founder is Dr. Edward Baum, and it operates as a nonprofit organization. Social media handles are @camponestep on Instagram and camponestep on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 198145+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 10–17

Camp One Step - Campcraft 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 specialty program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1981 (45 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 10–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 3375 Camp McLean Rd, Williams Bay, WI 53191, USA
  • Phone: (312) 943-6771
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD, Suggested Tuition for Summer Camp is $100 per week plus a $5 registration fee.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp One Step - Campcraft

What ages does Camp One Step - Campcraft accept?
Camp One Step - Campcraft is open to children ages 10–17. 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 Camp One Step - Campcraft cost?
Camp One Step - Campcraft publishes $100/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp One Step - Campcraft's hours?
Camp One Step - Campcraft runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp One Step - Campcraft accredited?
Yes — Camp One Step - Campcraft is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 45 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp One Step - Campcraft?
Camp One Step - Campcraft is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 45 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp One Step - Campcraft provide lunch?
Yes — Camp One Step - Campcraft 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 Camp One Step - Campcraft compare to other specialty camps in Williams Bay?
Camp One Step - Campcraft is one of 8 specialty camps in Williams Bay 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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