Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp
Camp Wildfolk offers day camps in Los Angeles focused on creative expression, outdoor exploration, and community building for children aged 3-15.
▌ Editor's read Camp Wildfolk's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate day camp operating in Los Angeles. The camp was founded by Molly Coogan and has been operating for 10 years, indicating a decade of experience in summer programming. They offer various themed camps, including Makers Camp, Outdoor Adventure, and Performing Arts, catering to ages 3-15. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While not ACA accredited, Camp Wildfolk has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from 104 Google reviews, with parents frequently praising the engaging activities, caring staff, and positive impact on their children's development. The camp provides detailed information on their programs, locations, and philosophy, emphasizing creativity, community, and outdoor play.
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Since 201610+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp 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 general program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2016 (10 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: General
- Ages: 6–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 12020 Burbank Blvd Valley Village, CA 91607 (Valley) or 1265 N. Fairfax Ave. West Hollywood, CA 90046 (WeHo)
- Phone: (818) 299-4151
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $1,090-$1,120 per 2-week session.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp
- What ages does Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp accept?
- Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Wildfolk – Makers Camp cost?
- Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp publishes $545/week for the standard session. $1,090-$1,120 per 2-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp's hours?
- Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp?
- Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp is operated by a private business, with 10 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 Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp provide lunch?
- Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp 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 Wildfolk – Makers Camp offer extended care?
- Yes — Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp offers extended care (8:00 AM - 5:30 PM). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- How does Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp compare to other general camps in Los Angeles?
- Camp Wildfolk – Makers Camp is one of 94 general camps in Los Angeles 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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