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Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5)

Ojai, CA · $1,810/week

Camp Ramah in California offers a Jewish overnight camp experience for grades 3-5, focusing on community, tradition, and personal growth.

▌ Editor's read Camp Ramah in California is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation expiring in 2024, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their website. The camp's program for Gesher Gimel (grades 3-5) is clearly outlined on the provided URL, detailing dates and rates. While the specific owner type is not explicitly stated on the 'dates-rates' page, it is part of the larger Ramah movement, which is generally associated with Jewish non-profit organizations. The camp maintains an active presence on Instagram (@campramahca) and Facebook (CampRamahCA), indicating engagement with its community. Information regarding staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies was not found on the provided 'dates-rates' page.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–11

Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) 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
Not listed
Operator
Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–11
  • Address: 385 Fairview Rd, Ojai, CA 93023, USA
  • Phone: (310) 476-8571
  • Cost notes: Financial assistance is available. All applications have a non-refundable application fee of $300, included in the initial deposit. After April 1, 2026, no refunds. First-time family discount: $405 for 4-week campers and $220 for 2-week campers (if registered by Feb 1, 2026). Sibling discount: $75 off for the second child, increasing by $25 for each additional child. Credit card payments incur a 3% fee. Medication fee: $50 for one or two medications, rises by $25 for each additional, max $125. Session change fee: $100 after April 15, 2026 (unless switching from Gesher to a full 4-week session).

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5)

What ages does Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) accept?
Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) is open to children ages 8–11. 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 Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) cost?
Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) publishes $1,810/week for the standard session. Financial assistance is available. All applications have a non-refundable application fee of $300, included in the initial deposit. After April 1, 2026, no refunds. First-time family discount: $405 for 4-week campers and $220 for 2-week campers (if registered by Feb 1, 2026). Sibling discount: $75 off for the second child, increasing by $25 for each additional child. Credit card payments incur a 3% fee. Medication fee: $50 for one or two medications, rises by $25 for each additional, max $125. Session change fee: $100 after April 15, 2026 (unless switching from Gesher to a full 4-week session). Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) accredited?
Yes — Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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.
Does Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) provide lunch?
Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) 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 Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Ojai?
Camp Ramah in California - Gesher Gimel (Grades 3-5) is one of 12 overnight/sleepaway camps in Ojai 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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