Overnight

Camper Weeks

Ages 6 to 12

Welcome to Our 76th Summer at SJYC!

Dear Families,

As we enter our 76th incredible summer at St. Joseph’s Youth Camp, we couldn’t be more excited to welcome new and returning campers to the experience that has helped hundreds of kids fall in love with camp each year. Our Overnight Camps for Ages 6-12 continue to be at the heart of what makes SJYC so special—filled with adventure, friendship, and memories that last a lifetime.

Last summer, we saw an overwhelming response and had waitlists across multiple weeks for this age group. So, if you’re thinking about sending your child to camp, we encourage you to act fast!

We can’t wait to create even more unforgettable moments together and welcome your camper to the SJYC family.

Sarah
Camp Director

4 Boy campers holding up their name tags and smiling

Camper Weeks: Our Traditional Adventure in the Pines

Our traditional camper weeks are the heart of our SJYC programs. During their 7-day, 6-night stay, campers ages 6 to 12 will make the best of friends while participating in various fun, traditional camp activities, including horseback riding, archery, and kayaking. Campers continue to learn and grow, exploring STEAM topics, outdoor education, and social-emotional development. While your camper is having the time of their lives, have the peace of mind that they are being cared for like family.

2025 Season: Rates & Dates

  • Catholic Week (Week 2): June 15 - 21, 2025 (Ages 6 - 12) | Note: You must be Catholic to attend this week. - 50% full!

  • Week 3: June 22 - June 28, 2025 (Ages 6 - 12) - 75% full!

  • Week 4: June 29 - July 5, 2025 (Ages 6 - 12) - 50% full!

COST: $850

Enjoy exclusive savings with our Early Bird discount ($50 off) through 1/5/25! And score more camp fun for less with our Camper Referral Program. Payment plans are available to select during registration. We are ESA-friendly.

What’s Included?

  • All lodging and meals

  • Arts & Crafts, Horseback Riding, Archery, Hiking, Kayaking, Campfire and S’mores, Capture the Flag, Skit Night, Astronomy, and much more!

  • Transportation from Phoenix to Camp and Camp to Phoenix

  • Camp video & pictures

  • Catholic Week only: Holy Mass, Confessions, Catechism, Bible Studies, and Making & Praying the Rosary

  • Expert, fun, and background-checked staff, with CPR/First Aid/AED training and Camp Nurse, available 24/7

  • LOTS of fun and memories!

Additional Information about Week 4

Why Celebrate the 4th of July at Camp?

Spending the 4th of July at SJYC is an unforgettable experience! Celebrate with us as we deck the camp out in red, white, and blue, and enjoy festivities that make this holiday so special. Here’s what our Week 4 campers can look forward to:

  • Dress up for the 4th, or decorate your tie-dye shirt in patriotic colors!

  • Spend the morning competing in Camp Olympics – Compete with your cabin to win gold!

  • Volleyball Game – Cheer on your favorite team in the high-stakes Staff v. Counselor volleyball game!

  • Cupcakes & BBQ – Enjoy a delicious 4th of July dinner feast.

  • End the Night with Glow Stick Night, Digital Fireworks, & the Camp Video (plus sparklers if there are no fire restrictions).

  • Final Campfire & S’mores (that’s right, two nights of s’mores this week!)

Check Out Some of Our Campers’ Favorite Activities!

Hiking

Arts & Crafts

Kayaking

Campfires & S’mores

Archery

Horseback Riding

Astronomy

Capture the Flag

A Day at Camp

From the time campers wake up to when they hit the pillow at night, their day is filled with non-stop action and adventure. One thing is sure: boredom simply doesn't exist here. With a carefully curated schedule that balances excitement and skill-building, our campers are exposed to a wide array of activities that challenge and inspire them. Here’s a sample day at SJYC:

7:30 am: Wake Up

8:00 am: Raising the Flag

8:15 am: Breakfast

9:30 am: First Activity Block

11:00 am: Second Activity Block

12:30 pm: Lunch

1:30 pm: Cabin Rest

2:30 pm: Third Activity Block

3:30 pm: Fourth Activity Block

4:30 pm: Fifth Activity Block

5:30 pm: Dinner

6:30 pm: Camp Store and Organized Free Time

7:30 pm: Night Activity

9:00 pm: Prepare for Bed

9:30 pm: Lights Out!

What Our Campers Think about SJYC

  • When we went kayaking, I loved learning to row a boat. I loved the Movie Night and I made a friend named Josh.

    Christopher, 2024 Camper

  • My top 4 favorite parts of camp were tie-dye, ice cream making, horseback riding, and kayaking. It was so fun. I was shy at first but I made friends so quickly. I love this camp.

    Anna, 2024 Camper

  • I loved this camp, and I love the people here. Campfires are always fun and I will have the songs stuck in my head forever!

    Olivia, 2024 Camper

  • My favorite part about camp was hanging out with my cabin during the cabin rests, especially making a fort. I would tell someone thinking of coming to camp that you will have so much fun that you barely miss home. I will remember this week of summer camp unlike any other.

    Story, 2024 Camper

  • This camp is the best! I will be back next year. I thought it would be boring but I had fun.

    Layla, Camper

  • My favorite part about camp was getting to know my counselor. Also, capture the flag and kayaking.

    Roel, 2024 Camper

  • I enjoyed all the horseback riding, kayaking, and archery.

    Jaxson, Camper

  • I learned how to make homemade ice cream.

    Delaney, Camper

  • My favorite part of camp was the campfires.

    Emily, Camper

  • My favorite part about camp was doing blocks as well as the campfire.

    Jackson, 2024 Camper

  • My favorite part about camp was playing Hunker Down and Gaga Ball. I would tell someone thinking about coming to camp it was an amazing way to be independent and meet new people.

    Iliana, 2024 Camper

  • My favorite part about camp was having fun with my cabinmates and horseback riding, and practicing the skit.

    Emma, 2024 Camper

  • My favorite part of camp was everything! Everything was so fun, new, and amazing. I would tell someone thinking about coming to camp that it's so fun and that you should come here!

    Penny, 2024 Camper

  • My favorite part of camp was riding horses, kayaking, hiking, and chillin' in our cabin.

    Tristan, 2024 Camper

  • My favorite part of camp was making new friends and meeting new people. I also got to learn how to make and do things I didn't know how to before.

    Anya, 2024 Camper

  • My favorite part about camp was horseback riding and the yummy high-quality food. It was a very fun experience coming here and the activities were very well planned.

    Mayrelia, 2024 Camper

  • It's very fun and a good way to make new friends and go outside more.

    Dayla, 2024 Camper

Boy in maroon shirt horseback riding
2 Campers holding up name tags and smiling
3 Girl Campers kayaking
Boy with water bucket over head
Campers watching science education class
3 Campers smiling getting off bus
Campers and counselors roasting s'mores over fire

96%

of our 6-12-year-old campers want to return to camp next summer.*

*Source: 2021 Camper Surveys

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