Camp · Specialty · Ages 7–17 · $100/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 7–17

Camp One Step - Standard

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

A traditional overnight camp for children with cancer, providing a classic summer camp experience with medical support.

▌ Editor's read Camp One Step offers an overnight summer camp specifically designed for children with cancer, located in Williams Bay, Wisconsin. The organization is a nonprofit, founded by Gary and Susan Dobkin, and has been operating for 45 years, since 1978. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation valid through 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The website explicitly states that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the focus on a specialized population often implies a higher level of supervision. Google reviews for 'Camp One Step' show a 4.9-star rating based on 100 reviews, with parents and campers frequently praising the supportive community, the opportunity for children with cancer to feel 'normal,' and the dedicated staff. The camp's social media presence includes an Instagram handle @camponestep and a Facebook page @CampOneStep.
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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 7–17

Camp One Step - Standard is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty 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
Yes
Established
1981 (45 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 7–17
  • 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: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp One Step - Standard

What ages does Camp One Step - Standard accept?
Camp One Step - Standard is open to children ages 7–17. 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 - Standard cost?
Camp One Step - Standard 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 - Standard's hours?
Camp One Step - Standard 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 - Standard accredited?
Yes — Camp One Step - Standard 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 - Standard?
Camp One Step - Standard 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 - Standard provide lunch?
Yes — Camp One Step - Standard 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 - Standard compare to other specialty camps in Williams Bay?
Camp One Step - Standard 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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