CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers
Nature-focused day camp with outdoor activities.
▌ Editor's read The CYO Camp website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. CYO Camp Don Bosco has been operating for over 75 years, indicating a long history and experience in youth programming. The camp is owned and operated by the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO), making it a church-affiliated organization. Google reviews for 'CYO Camp Don Bosco' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 104 reviews, with parents frequently praising the caring staff, variety of activities, and positive impact on their children. The camp offers a day camp program with a focus on outdoor exploration and traditional camp activities. Social media handles for Instagram (@cyocamp) and Facebook (CYOCamp) are readily available on their website.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1951 (75 years)
- Operator
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–12
- Address: 11000 Camp Rd, Felton, CA 95018, USA
- Phone: (650) 345-1472
- Email: [email protected]
7 sessions (7 one-week), from Jun 28 to Aug 14.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Classic 1 Jun 28 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Jul 5 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Jul 12 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Jul 19 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Jul 26 – 31, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Aug 2 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
- Classic 1 Aug 9 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $1,240
↗ What parents like
- Focus on nature
- Outdoor exploration
↘ Watch for
- No specialized activities
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers
- What ages does CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers accept?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers is open to children ages 5–12. 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 CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers cost?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers publishes $400/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers accredited?
- Yes — CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers 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 CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers is operated by a faith-based 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 CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers provide lunch?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Outdoor Explorers 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.
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