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Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program

Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program · $940/week

Zajac Ranch offers a unique overnight camp experience for children and young adults with chronic illnesses and disabilities, focusing on outdoor activities a...

▌ Editor's read Zajac Ranch for Children is a non-profit organization that has been operating for 25 years, founded by Mel Zajac. The website clearly states its mission to provide an accessible and inclusive camp experience for children and young adults with chronic illnesses and disabilities. The camp offers overnight programs, with a focus on outdoor activities like horseback riding, kayaking, and rock climbing, all adapted to meet the needs of its campers. The website mentions that all staff undergo criminal record checks and vulnerable sector checks, indicating a commitment to safety. Zajac Ranch has an excellent Google review rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many reviewers praising the dedicated staff, the positive impact on campers, and the supportive environment. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, as it is located in British Columbia, Canada. The CIT program is designed for young adults aged 16-18 who wish to develop leadership skills and contribute to the camp community.
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Since 200125+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 16–18

Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program 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
2001 (25 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 16–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 15600 Florence Lake Rd, Mission, BC V4S 1C4, Canada
  • Phone: (604) 826-3604
  • 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 - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program

What ages does Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program accept?
Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program is open to children ages 16–18. 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 Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program cost?
Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program 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 - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program's hours?
Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program 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 - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program?
Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 25 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 - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program provide lunch?
Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program 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 - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program compare to other specialty camps in Mission?
Zajac Ranch - Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) Program 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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