Camp Aranzazu

Camp Aranzazu (pronounced Ah ran' zah zoo) cultivates belonging for campers of all ages and abilities by creating accessible, empowering, and intentional camp experiences in a coastal environment.

The classic summer camp experience. The excitement of being away from caregivers, the nervousness of being surrounded by potential new friends, and the courage to try something new. Camp Aranzazu is a camp experience for campers of all ages and abilities.

At Camp Aranzazu, choice equals independence. Campers are empowered to choose how they show up every day, set their own boundaries, and be themselves. No matter what a camper's needs are, they can come to Camp Aranzazu and experience nature without any limits, but with all the safety and security of home. They'll learn our waterfront location's unique skills, like sailing and birding, find forever-retold campfire stories with new best friends, and gain the newfound independence and confidence you get the first time you're away from home. Adventure belongs to everyone at Camp Aranzazu.

Testimonials

"As a nurse, I see some of these kids at their worst, their sickest, their lowest. At camp, I see all of these kids at their absolute best. No IVs, no needles, no hospital beds… only time with friends, fresh air, and the challenge and triumph of new experiences. At camp, there's a feeling of belonging and an overwhelming sense of healing for the campers and for myself that can't be described in words." - Nathan Smith, BSN, RN, Driscoll Children's Hospital

"I felt like I wasn't able to enjoy being a kid. Being at camp made me feel like I am a kid, like I don't have any worries, and that this is how life is supposed to be." - JoAnn, young adult living in a group home