What ages does Camp Kern / Overnight Camps accept?

Camp Kern / Overnight Camps is open to children ages 6–16. 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 Camp Kern / Overnight Camps cost?

Camp Kern / Overnight Camps publishes $875/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Kern / Overnight Camps accredited?

Yes — Camp Kern / Overnight Camps 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.

Who runs Camp Kern / Overnight Camps?

Camp Kern / Overnight Camps is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Camp Kern / Overnight Camps provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Kern / Overnight Camps includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 6–16

Camp Kern / Overnight Camps

Oregonia · $875/week

An overnight camp for ages 7-14 with a variety of activities including canoeing, climbing, and arts.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the YMCA of Greater Dayton's page for Camp Kern Overnight Camps. Camp Kern is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards for safety and program quality. The camp is operated by the YMCA of Greater Dayton, a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a safer environment for campers. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the ACA accreditation implies adherence to appropriate supervision standards. The program type is clearly overnight camp, offering various sessions for different age groups. Social media handles found include @campkern on Instagram and 'campkern' on Facebook. Google reviews for 'YMCA Camp Kern' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars based on 1,061 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children and the quality of the staff and activities.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 6–16

Camp Kern / Overnight Camps 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: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: Not listed
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Traditional Day Camp
Ages: 6–16
Address: 5291 OH-350, Oregonia, OH 45054, USA
Phone: 513-932-3759
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: The cost for a week-long session is $875.

↗ What parents like

Financial assistance available
Offers partial-week camp

↘ Watch for

Some sessions sold out

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Kern / Overnight Camps

What ages does Camp Kern / Overnight Camps accept?: Camp Kern / Overnight Camps is open to children ages 6–16. 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 Camp Kern / Overnight Camps cost?: Camp Kern / Overnight Camps publishes $875/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Kern / Overnight Camps accredited?: Yes — Camp Kern / Overnight Camps 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.
Who runs Camp Kern / Overnight Camps?: Camp Kern / Overnight Camps is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Kern / Overnight Camps provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Kern / Overnight Camps includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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