Private Camps
River Way Ranch Camp
Approximate Start Date
Start: 26 May 2026
Approximate End Date
End: 25 Aug 2026
Camp Type
Privately Owned
Location
6450 Elwood Road Sanger, CA 93657
Staff
Total: 150 (25 international staff) aged 18+
Campers
Total: 350 (co-ed camp)
Camp Overview
Located in the foothills of Sequoia National Park in beautiful California, River Way Ranch Camp offers children, ages 7-16, a summer of friendships and memories to last a lifetime. Campers may choose from 75 activities including wakeboarding and water skiing, English and Western horseback riding, photography, movie makeup, sewing, film production, ropes course, mini-bikes, go-karts, waverunners, theater/performing arts, gymnastics, hiking overnights and more.
Since 1967, River Way has provided exciting experiences, focusing on increasing self-confidence in children. Campers, ages 7-9, remain with their counselors throughout the day participating in a variety of activities, while 10-16-year-olds customize their schedules. Staff will act as activity counselors and cabin counselors, having a bunk of children that they spend mealtimes and evenings with, and teaching a variety of activities throughout the day. With a varied schedule, there's always something new and exciting to do at River Way!
Named one of the "50 most amazing camps in the Nation," by topeducationdegrees.org River Way prides itself on building a community with a family-like feel.
Do you have the skills they're looking for?
We asked the camp what positions they are looking to fill at the recruitment fair. Look out for the big thumbs up!
Are you looking to hire General Counsellors at the fair?
Are you looking to hire counsellors with Outdoor Adventure skills at the fair?
Are you looking to hire Waterfront staff and Lifeguards at the fair?
Are you looking to hire counsellors with Creative & Performing Arts skills at the fair?
Meet the Camp!
Come and meet us at your nearest job fair for the opportunity to get hired on the spot! Get ready for a summer you'll never forget.
06
Dec
06 December 2025
Australia - Melbourne Camp Director Fair 6Dec25
Secure your Camp America placement early! Direct access to Camp Directors.
07
Dec
07 December 2025
Australia - Sydney Camp Director Fair 7Dec25
Secure your Camp America placement early! Direct access to Camp Directors.
09
Dec
09 December 2025
New Zealand - Christchurch Camp Director Fair 9Dec25
Secure your Camp America placement early! Direct access to Camp Directors.
11
Dec
11 December 2025
New Zealand - Auckland Camp Director Fair 11Dec25
Secure your Camp America placement early! Direct access to Camp Directors.
24
Jan
24 January 2026
London Camp Job Fair
Join us in London on Saturday 24th January for the opportunity to get hired on the spot and secure your place at camp for an unforgettable summer.
25
Jan
25 January 2026
Glasgow Camp Job Fair
Join us in Glasgow on Sunday 25th January for the opportunity to get hired on the spot and secure your place at camp for an unforgettable summer.
Counsellor Roles:
Here's a list of all the positions this camp commonly hires for!
Acting/Drama
Archery
Arts & Crafts
Athletics
Basketball
Ceramics & Pottery
Climbing/Wall Tower
Cooking
Costuming
Dance
Digital Photography
Equestrian Staff
Fishing
General Counsellors
Gymnastics
High/Low Ropes Course
Horse Wranglers (Western Style)
Jetski
Jewelry
Kayaking
Kiln or Wheel
Leatherwork
Lifeguarding
Lighting and Sound
Magic
Makeup
Martial Arts
Motor Cross
Motorboat Driving
Outdoor Adventure
Paddle Boarding
Paintball
Painting
Photography
Riflery
Set Construction
Soccer/Football
Stage Management
Swimming
Tennis
Theatre
Tye Dying
Wakeboarding
Waterskiing
Hmm... What's your role?
Staff Time Off
Staff will have 24 hours off weekly, plus one free period a day. They will also receive some time most evenings to relax, connect with home, and socialize with other staff.
Staff Qualities
We are looking for kind, enthusiastic, compassionate, empathetic staff to serve as role models to our campers! If you've worked in childcare, that's a plus, but not a requirement. We will teach our staff to become outstanding teachers, training them in most activities, Lifeguard/CPR/1st Aid, child psychology, and much more!
We are also in need of a few high-energy, outgoing leaders who love to entertain campers! It takes all types of personalities and skills to make camp a success!