Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 10–16 · $2,231/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 10–16

TVRC Camp

Dubois, WY · $2,231/week · ★ 4.7 (23 reviews)

A traditional western-themed overnight camp with horseback riding, outdoor adventures, and skill development.

▌ Editor's read TVRC Camp offers a 4-week overnight session for boys and girls, with a clear focus on outdoor adventure and horsemanship, as evidenced by their program descriptions. The camp has a long history, operating since 1939, founded by William and Betty Chafee, indicating significant experience in youth programming. It is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid until 2025, which suggests adherence to recognized safety and quality standards. The camp explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, demonstrating a commitment to supervision. Furthermore, TVRC Camp confirms that all staff undergo background checks, enhancing camper safety. The camp operates as a nonprofit organization, as stated on their website.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 871939+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 10–16

TVRC Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway 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
87 (1939 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 10–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 26335 US-26, Dubois, WY 82513
  • Phone: (307) 455-2833
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $8925 for a 4-week session.

Runs 24-hour residential, 2 sessions (0 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jun 14 to Aug 14.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 14 – Jul 13, 2026 · 5 weeks · $8,925
  • Session 2 Jul 16 – Aug 14, 2026 · 5 weeks · $8,925

↗ What parents like

  • Western adventure focus
  • Horseback riding
  • Backpacking trips

↘ Watch for

  • 4-week sessions only
  • High cost

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about TVRC Camp

What ages does TVRC Camp accept?
TVRC Camp is open to children ages 10–16. 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 TVRC Camp cost?
TVRC Camp publishes $2,231/week for the standard session. $8925 for a 4-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are TVRC Camp's hours?
TVRC Camp 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 TVRC Camp accredited?
Yes — TVRC Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1939 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 TVRC Camp?
TVRC Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1939 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 TVRC Camp provide lunch?
Yes — TVRC 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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