Camp Helping Hands (CHH) is a co-ed summer day camp with service-learning as its core theme. CHH provides a fun and safe place for children ages 6 through 13* where they will enjoy sports activities, games, swimming, arts and crafts, music and more. But the real mission behind CHH is showing kids how they can make a difference and have fun doing it. Through engaging inquiry-based lessons and weekly service field trip expeditions, our campers learn leadership skills, develop compassion, and grow confident as they address real world problems by taking action in their community.

CHH places campers according to age into four age groups: Junior Helpers (6 and 7), Young Advocates (8 and 9), Super Agents (10 and 11), and Chief Aides (12 and 13*). Each group contains 15 to 17 campers and is led by three counselors who guide them through age appropriate activities. Chief Aides, our oldest age group, are counselors-in-training (CIT's). In addition to participating in camp activities like our younger campers, they assist team counselors and camp administration with tasks as needed.

*Campers 14 years of age entering their freshman year in high school can also participate in the CIT program.

For nearly 60 years, Camp JCA Shalom has been the “Camp for All Seasons” Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall, thousands of campers and staff experience the magic of Camp JCA Shalom. Camp’s vision of Tikkun Olam “creating a better world” is fulfilled through positive Jewish experiences.

The magic and spirit (ruach) of campers’ everyday experiences coupled with developing a deeper sense of Jewish identity and the understanding that they belong to a diverse and dynamic Jewish community is why there is no better place to be a kid than at Camp JCA Shalom Day Camp at Kadima Day School. Jewish values, tradition, spirit and Israeli culture are woven into camp days through songs, art, stories, sports, drama, games and celebrations. We believe in teaching campers responsibility (achreiyut), cooperation (shalom bayit) and repairing our world (tikkun olam) in a way that goes hand-in-hand with splashing in the pool, enjoying the perfect popsicle and shouting a camp cheer. Click here to request a tour!

Campers also have fun! They participate in a variety of programs and activities daily, they make new and lasting friendships, and develop a wealth of new skills and interests. Our campers go home with a lifetime of cherished memories, new skills, and a positive self-image. It is truly an unforgettable experience for all!

Jewish environment provides perfect setting for a fun, exciting summer. We also have family & special needs programs.

A traditional day camp for ages 5 to 14. Located at Cal Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks www.campturtlerock.com

Started in 1943, OVS's Summer Camp is an extension of fine programs offered during the academic year, including outdoor education, sports, equestrian, arts, and more. OVS is located in So. California near the Pacific Ocean and Los Padres national Forest.

A warm, safe, and exciting environment. Explorative activities, well trained and caring staff. Pool on campus, and fabulous special events. Summer fun for all. www.phoenixranchcamp.com

The Ventura Family YMCA offers Summer Day Camps for the working parent, Specialty Camps for the eager child, and Away Camps at the beautiful Sequoia Lake.