2023 SIB Camp - Sibling Camp

Sibling Camp sessions are specifically designed for the brothers and sisters of children with cancer. Kids ages 8 to 17 will gather at a beautiful campground in the woods of Julian, CA for a weeklong overnight camping adventure. 

What makes Sibling Camp so special is that it gives your child the opportunity to casually meet other kids who are going through similar experiences. It is a highly supportive and confidential atmosphere and a much-needed safe haven for the children who attend.

Camp not only will allow your child a chance to relax, have fun, and build new – often lifelong – friendships, it is also a safe place for your child to express all of those difficult, scary feelings that the siblings of a seriously ill child tend to keep bottled up inside. 

This is done organically in small, trusted groups facilitated by specially trained camp counselors. Children are welcome to share their feelings and experiences or just listen. Also, there is a licensed psychologist available to the campers at all times to help your child with any difficult emotions that may arise.

Most importantly, Sibling Camp and its many wonderful campers and counselors – many former campers themselves! – will give your child the support and strength he or she needs to continue to cope with the unique stressors that cancer puts on siblings.

Camp activities may include: Swimming, arts & crafts, ropes challenge course, rock-climbing wall, archery, hiking trails, field games, campfires and much more. Activities are adjusted to meet the needs/health/strength challenges of all participants.

Transportation is provided to and from camp

Camp is open to:

• Children ages 8 to 17
• Children who have or have had a sibling with a cancer diagnosis
• NOTE: Siblings who have or had cancer may not attend SIBs, however, they can separately attend Resident Oncology or Day Camp (depending on age)