Q.  Can any child who is treated at Radys Children's Health come to summer camp?  

A.  Yes of course.  Patients and their siblings ages 9-17 from the Orange County and San Diego regions are welcome.  

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Q.  What is Parents' Night?  

A.   There will be a virtual (Zoom or Team call) on Monday June 1st, 2026, to all parents, especially those who have never sent their child away to camp, to come hear what camp is like on a daily basis, and to learn about what their child will be doing while they are in camp.  We will discuss the do's and don'ts of camp and will address any and all your questions and/or concerns. Parents' nights will start at 7:00PM​

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Q.  What happens if my child misses the bus on the day of camp?

A.  The bus will not wait after the official time the bus is scheduled to leave.  If you miss the bus, we will provide you with directions to the Camp so that you may deliver your child to Camp Ronald McDonald.

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Q.   What type of luggage should I send my child’s belongings in?​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

A.   We suggest that you pack all of your child’s belongings in an army-type duffel bag or a suitcase with wheels (roller bag).  Please label all of your child’s belongings with his/her name on it; this will make things easier for your child and for us to identify their belongings. 

 

​​Q.    How many pieces of luggage can my child bring?​​​​​​​​​​​

A.    Your child is permitted only two large bags of luggage.

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Q.    What are the ages of children that can attend camp?​​​​​​​​​​​

A.    Ages 9 through 17.  ​

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Q.   What should we pack?​​​​​​​​​​​

A.    We have created a helpful packing list, which can be found on this website. Please be sure you do not send your camper with any of the prohibited items listed such as: fireworks, matches, anything that could cause a fire, animals/pets, sports equipment, electronics of any nature including cell phones, illegal drugs, e-cigs, tobacco, alcohol, vape pens, weapons of any nature, or any device that could hurt someone. 

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Q.     If, when my child returns home, I discover that they have lost an item, what can I do?​​​​​​​​​​​

A.     Camp4Kids holds medication and lost & found articles for 10 days from the date we return from camp at the Camp4Kids' main office located at 56 Tesla, Irvine, California 92618. Please call us at 714-474-9774.

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Q.    What is the weather like at camp?​​​​​​​​​​​

A.   Historically, temperatures in Mountain Center, CA average a high of 92 and a low of 58 low with 14.4 hours of daylight and a 1% chance of rain.  

 

Q.    What are the accommodations like at camp?​​​​​​​​​​​

A.     At Camp Ronald McDonald all children will sleep on a bunk bed with railing inside a model-style cabin. There is electricity in these cabins with private bathrooms and private showers for your child’s convenience and comfort.   

 

Q.    Can I visit my child at camp or call them?​​​​​​​​​​​

A.    In an emergency or if you have a specific concern, you may call the camp.  Regarding visiting, the answer is no.  This is a disruption to the camp experience and distraction for your child and other campers.

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Q.   Is the Camp accredited?

A.   Camp4Kids and Camp Ronald McDonald are both accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and recognized for meeting and/or exceeding over 300 camping industry standards in safety, staff screening & training, healthcare and operations.

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Q.   Who watches my kids in the pool?

A.   American Red Cross certified lifeguards watch over the campers while they swim.  In addition to the lifeguards, all of Camp4Kids' cabin counselors are trained in how to assist the lifeguard in case of an emergency and Camp4Kids also has some certified lifeguards on our staff.

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Q.   Who provides the medical care at Camp?  

A.   We always have medical staff in camp, comprised of at least one doctor and one registered nurse.  They administer medical care and medications and are available 24 hours a day.  If they have questions or urgent concerns, you will be contacted promptly.