Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17)
Camp Fox, operated by the Glendale YMCA, offers a traditional overnight camp experience for youth aged 8-17 on Catalina Island, focusing on water sports and ...
▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Fox loads successfully and provides information about their overnight camp program for youth aged 8-17, located on Catalina Island. The camp is operated by the Glendale YMCA, indicating a non-profit ownership structure. The site mentions that all staff are background checked and drug screened, which is a strong safety measure. While the specific staff-to-camper ratio is not listed, the camp emphasizes a focus on traditional camp activities including water sports like kayaking, snorkeling, and paddleboarding. Google reviews for 'Glendale YMCA' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 144 reviews, with several positive comments mentioning well-run programs and friendly staff. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, so its accreditation status is unknown. No specific state license number for the camp was found on the website.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–17
Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. water sports 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
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Water Sports
- Ages: 8–17
- Hours: Overnight sleepaway camp
- Address: 1000 E Mountain St, Glendale, CA 91207
- Phone: (818) 240-4130
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $1,150/week (7 days). $100 non-refundable deposit included in tuition.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: Yes
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17)
- What ages does Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) accept?
- Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) is open to children ages 8–17. 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 Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) cost?
- Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) publishes $1,150/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17)'s hours?
- Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) runs Overnight sleepaway camp. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17)?
- Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) 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 Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) provide lunch?
- Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) 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.
- Does Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) offer financial aid?
- Yes — Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) offers financial aid or scholarships. Most camp aid is need-based, application-based, and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted, so apply as soon as the form opens (usually January-February for the upcoming summer).
- How does Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) compare to other water sports camps in Glendale?
- Camp Fox - Youth Session (Ages 8-17) is one of 49 water sports camps in Glendale 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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