Pali — Wacky Science
A STEAM-focused summer camp with a variety of weekly themes and hands-on projects.
▌ Editor's read Pali Adventures, including its Wacky Science program, operates as an ACA accredited camp, with accreditation valid through 2025. It is also licensed by the State of California under facility number 366200001. The camp, founded by Aaron Kissel, has been operating for 25 years, offering a variety of specialty programs. Google reviews for Pali Adventures show an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many parents praising the diverse activities and attentive staff. The website explicitly states a 1:3 staff-to-camper ratio and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Pali Adventures is an overnight camp, and its 'About Us' page indicates it is a for-profit organization.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 200125+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–16
Pali — Wacky Science 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 general 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
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 2001 (25 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: General
- Ages: 6–16
- Hours: Overnight camp
- Address: 30778 Highway 18, Running Springs, CA 92382
- Phone: (909) 867-5743
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Prices vary by week and theme, ranging from $480 to $650 per week.
Runs Overnight camp, 7 sessions (7 one-week), from Jun 7 to Aug 9.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jun 7 – 14, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,995
- Session 2 Jun 14 – 21, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,995
- Session 3 Jun 21 – 28, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,995
- Session 5 Jul 5 – 12, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,995
- Session 6 Jul 12 – 19, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,995
- Session 7 Jul 19 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,995
- Session 9 Aug 2 – 9, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,995
↗ What parents like
- STEAM exploration and outdoor fun
- Hands-on projects
↘ Watch for
- No lunch provided
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Pali — Wacky Science
- What ages does Pali — Wacky Science accept?
- Pali — Wacky Science 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 Pali — Wacky Science cost?
- Pali — Wacky Science publishes $550/week for the standard session. Prices vary by week and theme, ranging from $480 to $650 per week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Pali — Wacky Science's hours?
- Pali — Wacky Science runs Overnight camp. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Pali — Wacky Science accredited?
- Yes — Pali — Wacky Science is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 25 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 Pali — Wacky Science?
- Pali — Wacky Science is operated by a private business, with 25 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 Pali — Wacky Science provide lunch?
- Pali — Wacky Science 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 Pali — Wacky Science offer extended care?
- Yes — Pali — Wacky Science offers extended care alongside the main program day. 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 Pali — Wacky Science compare to other general camps in Los Angeles?
- Pali — Wacky Science 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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