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Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4

Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 · $875/week · ★ 5.0 (19 reviews)

Summer camp for youth with type 1 diabetes, offering traditional camp activities and diabetes management.

▌ Editor's read Camp Conrad Chinnock's website loads successfully and clearly outlines its mission to provide a summer camp experience for children with Type 1 diabetes. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. It also holds a California state license, number 360900001, for organized camps. The camp has a rich history, founded by Dr. William M. Chinnock, and has been operating for over 75 years, indicating significant experience in its niche. The program is an overnight camp, offering various sessions tailored for different age groups. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Conrad Chinnock show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the specialized medical care, supportive community, and positive impact on their children's diabetes management and independence. Social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @campconradchinnock and a Facebook page @CampConradChinnock.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 4600 Barton Flats Rd, Mentone, CA 92359
  • Phone: 909-866-4156
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Youth Session 4 (Ages 7-12 years old) is $875 per camper.

↗ What parents like

  • Specialized medical care for diabetes
  • Peer support from other campers

↘ Watch for

  • Only for youth with type 1 diabetes

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4

What ages does Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 accept?
Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 is open to children ages 7–15. 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 Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 cost?
Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 publishes $875/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4's hours?
Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 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 Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 accredited?
Yes — Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4?
Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 75 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 Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 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 Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 compare to other specialty camps in Mentone?
Camp Conrad Chinnock - Youth Session 4 is one of 7 specialty camps in Mentone 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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