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Zajac Ranch

Zajac Ranch · $940/week

Zajac Ranch for Children provides an accessible summer camp experience for children and young adults with chronic illnesses and disabilities in British Colum...

▌ Editor's read Zajac Ranch for Children is a non-profit organization that has been operating for 22 years, founded by Mel Zajac. The website loads as a real camp site and details their mission to provide an accessible camp experience for children with chronic illnesses and disabilities. They are licensed by the Province of British Columbia with license number S2000002. The camp offers overnight programs and explicitly states that all staff undergo criminal record checks and vulnerable sector checks. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 107 reviews, with many praising the inclusive environment and dedicated staff. The camp features a 24/7 on-site medical team, accessible facilities, and activities like horseback riding, kayaking, and arts and crafts, all adapted for various needs.
Since 200422+ years operating
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 7–21

Zajac Ranch serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2004 (22 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 7–21
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 15600 Florence Lake Road, Mission, BC V4S 1C4, Canada
  • Phone: (604) 864-7677
  • Cost notes: With the Zajac Camper Allowance, families pay up to $940 maximum out of pocket. The actual cost of one week of camp is about $1,880 per child. Financial aid is available. CAD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Zajac Ranch

What ages does Zajac Ranch accept?
Zajac Ranch is open to children ages 7–21. 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 Zajac Ranch cost?
Zajac Ranch publishes $940/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Zajac Ranch's hours?
Zajac Ranch 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.
Who runs Zajac Ranch?
Zajac Ranch is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 22 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 Zajac Ranch provide lunch?
Zajac Ranch 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 Zajac Ranch compare to other specialty camps in Mission?
Zajac Ranch is one of 5 specialty camps in Mission 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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