Camp · Religious · Ages 10–16 · $2,231/week
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▌ Religious · Ages 10–16

Session 3

Groveland, CA · $2,231/week · ★ 4.8 (34 reviews)

A Jewish overnight camp near Yosemite offering a variety of programs and activities.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 192997+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 10–16

Session 3 is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. religious programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1929 (97 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Religious
  • Ages: 10–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 31201 Mather Rd, Groveland, CA 95321
  • Phone: (415) 543-2267
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $6695 for 3 week(s)

Runs 24-hour residential, 4 sessions (4 one-week), from May 22 to Sep 6.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 8 May 22 – 25, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 9 Aug 20 – 23, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 10 Aug 27 – 30, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 11 Sep 3 – 6, 2026 · 1 week

↗ What parents like

  • Located near Yosemite National Park
  • Focus on Jewish culture and values
  • Offers financial assistance

↘ Watch for

  • Website can be difficult to navigate
  • Registration requires a third-party site

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Session 3

What ages does Session 3 accept?
Session 3 is open to children ages 10–16. 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 Session 3 cost?
Session 3 publishes $2,231/week for the standard session. $6695 for 3 week(s) Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Session 3's hours?
Session 3 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 Session 3 accredited?
Yes — Session 3 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 97 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 Session 3?
Session 3 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 97 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 Session 3 provide lunch?
Session 3 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 Session 3 compare to other religious camps in Groveland?
Session 3 is one of 7 religious camps in Groveland 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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