Taste of Camp 2
A Jewish overnight camp near Yosemite offering a variety of programs and activities.
▌ Editor's read Camp Tawonga's website (tawonga.org) loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, and holds California state license number 550002137. The camp, founded by Benny Washor, has been operating for 97 years, indicating a long-standing presence in the camping community. It is a nonprofit organization offering overnight programs, including a 'Taste of Camp' for younger campers. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 for campers aged 7-9 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews average 4.9 stars from 265 reviews, with many praising the inclusive environment, strong community, and positive impact on children. Social media handles are @camp_tawonga on Instagram and camptawonga on Facebook.
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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
Who thrives here Ages 7–11
Taste of Camp 2 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 religious program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1929 (97 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Religious
- Ages: 7–11
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 31201 Mather Rd, Groveland, CA 95321
- Phone: (415) 543-2267
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $1795 for 1 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 Taste of Camp 2
- What ages does Taste of Camp 2 accept?
- Taste of Camp 2 is open to children ages 7–11. 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 Taste of Camp 2 cost?
- Taste of Camp 2 publishes $1,795/week for the standard session. $1795 for 1 week(s) Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Taste of Camp 2's hours?
- Taste of Camp 2 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 Taste of Camp 2 accredited?
- Yes — Taste of Camp 2 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 Taste of Camp 2?
- Taste of Camp 2 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 Taste of Camp 2 provide lunch?
- Taste of Camp 2 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 Taste of Camp 2 compare to other religious camps in Groveland?
- Taste of Camp 2 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Taste of Camp 2 with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review the safety signals that matter most.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Taste of Camp 2.
- Camp Tawonga · Groveland, CA · Ages 7–17 · $1,795/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 1 (Grades 5-10) - JCC Member Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 10–16 · $1,798/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 1 (Grades 5-10) - Standard Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 10–16 · $1,898/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 1a (Grades 3-6) - JCC Member Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 8–12 · $1,897/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 1a (Grades 3-6) - Standard Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 8–12 · $1,997/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 1b (Grades 2-5) - JCC Member Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 7–11 · $1,895/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 1b (Grades 2-5) - Standard Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 7–11 · $1,995/week
- Camp Tawonga - Session 2 (Grades 5-10) - JCC Member Fee · Groveland, CA · Ages 10–16 · $1,798/week