2027 Summer Camps / Camp directory / Gold Arrow Camp

Lakeshore, California

Gold Arrow Camp

Lakefront tent living, cabin-group friendships and non-competitive activities create a traditional camp experience.

Gold Arrow runs a traditional residential program on Huntington Lake. Campers mainly try activities with their cabin group, with some individual-choice periods. The two-week program offers time to settle into camp life; Mini Camp and watersports extensions provide other lengths.

ACA-accredited
Lakefront overnightPlatform tentsNon-competitiveInternational travel

CAMP-CA-004

Gold Arrow Camp: campers gathered for a photo in safety helmets.
Gold Arrow Camp: campers gathered for a photo in safety helmets.View past-program photos (4)

Courses & activities

Sailing & lake sports

Sailing and kneeboarding are among the options; tow sports vary by age and session.

Ropes & climbing

Ropes courses, rock climbing and team challenges invite gradual progress.

Creative projects

Ceramics, crafts and performance complement outdoor recreation.

Shaver Lake outpost

Eligible two-week campers visit the watersports outpost; specialty sessions have additional eligibility rules.

Camp features & life

Challenge by choice

Campers attend group activities without being forced to complete a particular challenge.

Lakefront platform tents

Platform tents preserve a rustic outdoor setting, with counselors living alongside campers.

International travel arrangements

The camp describes Fresno airport and special international-arrival arrangements, subject to confirmation.

Who might enjoy this camp?

  • For children willing to try varied activities with a group.
  • For campers comfortable with rustic tents and time away from devices.
  • For families able to commit to the full session dates.

Mini Camp, Shaver specialties and leadership programs have different grade and experience requirements; some are returning-camper only. Confirm swimming readiness, international admission and language support.

2027 dates & tuition

2027 dates & tuition

2027-06-21 to 2027-07-03Session 1 · Completing grades K–9
2 weeks
US$5,750 per camper
2027-07-05 to 2027-07-17Session 2 · Completing grades K–9
2 weeks
US$5,750 per camper
2027-07-19 to 2027-07-31Session 3 · Completing grades K–9
2 weeks
US$5,750 per camper
2027-08-02 to 2027-08-14Session 4 · Completing grades K–9
2 weeks
US$5,750 per camper
2027-06-14 to 2027-07-03Session 1 Plus · Completing grades 4–9; returning campers only
3 weeks
US$9,100 per camper
2027-08-02 to 2027-08-21Session 4 Plus · Completing grades 4–9
3 weeks
US$9,100 per camper
2027-06-21 to 2027-07-17Sessions 1+2 · Completing grades K–9
Combined 4 weeks
US$13,000 per camper
2027-07-05 to 2027-07-31Sessions 2+3 · Completing grades K–9
Combined 4 weeks
US$13,000 per camper
2027-07-19 to 2027-08-14Sessions 3+4 · Completing grades K–9
Combined 4 weeks
US$13,000 per camper
2027-08-16 to 2027-08-21Mini Camp 1 · Completing grades K–6
6 days, 5 nights
US$2,550 per camper
2027-08-23 to 2027-08-28Mini Camp 2 · Completing grades K–6
6 days, 5 nights
US$2,550 per camper
2027-08-16 to 2027-08-21August Watersports Specialty · Completing grades 4–9; returning campers only
6 days, 5 nights
US$2,550 per camper
2027-06-21 to 2027-07-17Junior Counselor 1+2 · Completing grade 10 or 11; prior GAC experience, application, references and interview
4 weeks
US$8,000 per camper
2027-07-19 to 2027-08-14Junior Counselor 3+4 · Completing grade 10 or 11; prior GAC experience, application, references and interview
4 weeks
US$8,000 per camper

Credit-card payments add 3%; transport and optional items are additional.

Two- or three-week deposits increase with enrollment date; final payment is due March 15, 2027.

Cancellation fees increase by stage; no refund after April 1, 2027.

Travel & participation

Attend the full session; late arrival or early departure does not receive a prorated refund.

International families can explore Fresno airport or special arrival arrangements; confirm 2027 times and charges.

The camp is independently operated without a religious affiliation; confirm support for the English-language environment.

Before enrolling, review swimming ability, health forms, rustic lodging and family-contact policies.

Past-program photos (4)

Gold Arrow Camp: tent accommodation among the trees, pictured during a 2019 staff-training visit.
Gold Arrow Camp: staff attend pre-session training at the outdoor campfire area in 2019.
Gold Arrow Camp: a group game during staff training in 2019.
Gold Arrow Camp: staff pose with breathing beads made during training in 2019.

Enquiries & Applications

Discuss this camp and participation arrangements with an ASCWORLD education adviser.

Enquiries & Applications