Camp Funtime

Specialties

Since 1958 Camp Funtime has been providing children with a positive, fun-​filled, and well-​rounded summer program for children ages 3 – 13. In a nurturing, child-​centered environment, we assist children by teaching team dynamics, respect for others, cooperation, and leadership skills while they develop long-​lasting friendships. All of our camp activities are aimed at making camp a fun and enriching place to spend the summer. We at Camp Funtime believe that camp is an invaluable experience in a child’s life and that camp isn’t a place you visit; it’s a place that becomes part of you.

History

Established in 1958.

Camp Funtime was founded by brother and sister Len Mann and Sara Hyman. The two ran it as an afterschool and summer program on a playground site in Northridge. In 1978 the owners of the site opted to build condos, so the camp was split into two: Len rented space at the Egremont School in Encino, and Sara started Camp Playtime in Sherman Oaks. In 1981 Len sold the camp to «Uncle» Alan and «Aunt» Roz Levine.

In 1989 the property was sold to Landmark Schools, the predecessor to the Westmark School, but Camp Funtime continued to function as it always had. When Alan retired in 1997, the Westmark School took over operation of the camp and has maintained it ever since.

In 2007, Linda Stephenson, longtime educator and camp leader, took over as Director. Camp Funtime celebrated its 50^th anniversary in 2008 under her leadership. Since becoming Director, Linda has added new specialists and activities, as well as expanded the Cub Camp program to include 3 year-​olds.