Camp Mendocino

Camp Mendocino has six 10-day sessions starting in mid-June and ending in mid-August. Campers must be between the ages of 8 and 14 during the session they are signed up for. For youth ages 15-17 please see our Teen Leadership page.

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2012 Session Dates are here!

REGISTRATION FOR CAMP MENDOCINO 2012 IS OPEN!

To register your camper please print out the application packet (scholarship forms included), and info sheet and return it with a *$30 deposit to:

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF SAN FRANCISCO
Attn: Camp Registrar
55 Hawthorne Street, Suite 600
San Francisco, CA 94105
OR fax (415) 445-5435 with credit card payment form

OR email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Spanish Application Packet
Spanish Info Sheet
Spanish Payment Form

When mailing in your application please make sure it includes the following:

• Guardsmen Campership Form
• Summer Food Service Program
• Health History Form (Parent's Form)
• Health History Form (Doctor's Form) (can be sent in later – one week prior to departure date)
• $30 deposit or full payment

* We accept cashier’s checks and money orders made out to Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco, credit cards (mc/visa/amx), and cash (in person only). Please note that we are unable to accept personal checks.

Cost

Full Price $675

Scholarship Price $265

Scholarships

Scholarships are available by completing the 2 scholarship forms which are included in the application packet. Scholarships reduce the cost of camp from $675 to $265. Scholarships are given out to those who complete the forms and send them in with the application and a $30 deposit. Remainder of the fees are due at 1 week prior to camp departure date.

Pricing
The full fee for one session is $675 and includes a free physical exam, transportation, food, and all programs. There are price reductions available through scholarships. To find out if you qualify please contact the Manager of Camp Administration at 415-445-5477.

You may also receive assistance from a social service or non-profit agency with which you are already connected. Contact your agency today to find out if they are a Camp Mendocino partner organization.

If your camper is a current member of one of Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco’s Clubhouses, he/she may receive a member discount if referred by the Clubhouse Director. Please contact your Clubhouse Director today to find out if you qualify for the member discount rate.

Physicals
All campers must have a recent (within 1 year) physical to attend Camp. There are no exceptions! Physicals are very important because they give doctors an opportunity to get to know your child, your family history and other vital facts that are important to his or her health. Please fill out the Health History Form Part 1, (Parent's Form) which is part of your 2012 Camp Application Packet and bring Health History Form Part 2, (Doctor's Form) to your doctor or a health clinic. Forms without doctor’s signatures will not be accepted. Forms must be turned in no later than 5 days prior to session departure date. No forms may be turned in on departure day. No exceptions.

No Doctor? If you live in San Francisco, call San Francisco Health Plan for low to no-cost health insurance at (415) 777-9992. If you are still unable to make an appointment in time, we provide 3 brief exams to help everyone meet this requirement. However, the brief exam is not a substitute for an annual physical. Brief exams locations and dates will be announced in February.

If you cannot make any of those dates, we have provided a list of free and low cost clinics in the bay area here. We recommend you call in advance as it may take several weeks to get an appointment.

Camp Mendocino provides qualified full time medical staff to dispense medications and address health issues that may arise during your child's stay at Camp. We make reasonable accommodations for children with special needs if we are notified when the child is registered for Camp. Please note that Camp Mendocino is an hour away from the nearest hospital.

Please use your best judgment in sending kids with severe medical or health issues. If you are unsure about your child's suitability for Camp please contact the Camp Manager at (415) 445-5477.

Transportation

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco provides chartered buses from our Treasure Island Clubhouse as part of the price of Camp. Buses depart for Camp at 8:30 a.m. sharp! Buses return from Camp to Treasure Island, arrival times depend on which session and traffic. On the day buses return from Camp, you may call the “Camp Hotline” at (415) 445-5455 to get more information.

Please note that this is a new departure location and all previous locations have been discontinued.

For driving directions click here. For information about public transportation please visit the SF Muni website.

What to Bring to Camp Mendocino
Click here to view a comprehensive packing list. Note: it is strongly recommended that campers do not bring expensive clothing or electronics to Camp Mendocino. Camp is located in a redwood forest and kids are active all day long -- clothing will get dirty. There is no cell phone reception and no secure lock-up (except in the main office), so campers are discouraged from bringing any electronics to Camp.