CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp
CYO Camp Don Bosco offers overnight horse camp programs for youth, focusing on horsemanship, outdoor activities, and...
▌ Editor's read CYO Camp Don Bosco is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with accreditation valid through 2025, as evidenced by their ACA logo and link on the homepage. The camp has been operating for over 70 years, indicating a long history of serving youth. They are owned and operated by the Archdiocese of San Francisco, classifying them as a church-affiliated organization. The camp explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:6 for resident camp and mentions that all staff undergo background checks, including fingerprinting and reference checks. Their program offerings are diverse, with a specific focus on horse camp, and they emphasize a commitment to safety and child protection.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 8–14
CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp 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 overnight/sleepaway 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
- 1956 (70 years)
- Operator
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 8–14
- Address: 13640 Old Redwood Hwy, Forestville, CA 95436
- 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 program
- Catholic-focused activities
- Beautiful natural setting
↘ Watch for
- Higher cost than other programs
- Limited availability
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp
- What ages does CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp accept?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp is open to children ages 8–14. 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 Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp cost?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp publishes $1,440/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 Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp accredited?
- Yes — CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp 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 Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp 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 Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp provide lunch?
- CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside CYO Camp Don Bosco Resident Camp: Overnight Horse Camp.
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