CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses
Day camp with a focus on horseback riding.
▌ Editor's read The CYO Camp website (cyo.camp) loads successfully and provides information about their programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through August 15, 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. CYO Camp Don Bosco has been operating for over 70 years, indicating a rich history and experience in youth camping. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive extensive training. The camp is owned and operated by the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, classifying it as a church-affiliated organization. While specific Google reviews for 'CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses' were not readily available, general Google reviews for 'CYO Camp' show a 4.8-star rating based on 104 reviews, with parents frequently praising the caring staff, diverse activities, and positive impact on their children. The program type for 'Day Camp Horses' is clearly day camp, focusing on equestrian activities within a broader camp experience. Social media handles found are @cyocamp on Instagram and 'cyocamp' on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 6–14
CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses 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 traditional day camp 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
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1956 (70 years)
- Operator
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 6–14
- Address: 13640 Old Redwood Hwy, Forestville, CA 95436, USA
- Phone: 707-887-1800
- 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
- Specialized horse programs
- Bus transportation available
↘ Watch for
- Website navigation can be confusing
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses
- What ages does CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses accept?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses is open to children ages 6–14. 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: Day Camp Horses cost?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses publishes $600/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: Day Camp Horses accredited?
- Yes — CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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: Day Camp Horses?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses is operated by a faith-based organization, with 70 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: Day Camp Horses provide lunch?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses 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.
- Does CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses offer transportation?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
- How does CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses compare to other traditional day camp camps in Forestville?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Day Camp: Day Camp Horses is one of 11 traditional day camp camps in Forestville 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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