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Our facilities, Apple Canyon Center, are designed specifically for our campers; enabling guests to enjoy the magic and beauty of a wondrous wooded hideaway while being only minutes away from comprehensive medical facilities and services. Fun facilities are available at camp to provide experiences of fun, accomplishment and memories: Group campfire areas, art/crafts porch, horseshoe pits, basktball court, volleyball court, challenge/ropes course, kid’s cooking class kitchen, soccer and softball playing fields, costume room, archery range, miles of hiking trails, fishing pond, KCGT radio station, heated swimming pool, carnival activity tent, horse corrals and riding rings.

Camp Aldersgate is Arkansas’s only non-profit organization uniquely dedicated to serving children and youth with special needs and senior adults in a camp environment. Camp Aldersgate’s Summer Camps serve children with medical, physical and developmental needs. Camp offers traditional summer camp activities such as campfires and singing, canoeing, fishing, arts and crafts, swimming, and nature hikes. Like all kids, our campers want new and exciting adventures. With this in mind, activities are developed that provide for that personal challenge. Some include: an accessible challenge ropes course and carousel, adapted archery and SCUBA diving. It’s about creating opportunities for individual accomplishment in a positive and encouraging environment. Parents continually report increased independence, self-esteem, and social interactions following a week at Camp.

Airfield 4-H Conference Center - Located on the banks of beautiful Airfield Lake in Sussex County, near Wakefield, Virginia. The property consists of a dining/administration building, conference buildings, sleeping lodges, a health lodge, an amphitheater, a swimming pool, an athletic field, horse barns with 101 stalls, horseshow rings, a storage/maintenance building, a 4-H resource-storage building, tennis courts, a campfire circle, a nature trail.

True Friends Camp Courage lies on 305 acres of scenic lakeshore, woods and fields near Maple Lake, Minnesota (about 50 miles west of the Twin Cities Metro) on beautiful Cedar Lake. Recreation includes a swimming beach, Indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, game room, outdoor sports court, recreation field, mini golf, tennis court, hiking trails, and campfire.

Recreation Unlimited is a not-for profit organization serving individuals with physical and developmental disabilities and health concerns. The mission of Recreation Unlimited is to provide year-round programs in sports, recreation and education for individuals with disabilities and health concerns, while building self-confidence, self-esteem and promoting positive human relations, attitudes, and behaviors. Recreation Unlimited is a magical place, where dreams come true for individuals with disabilities and health concerns. Recreation Unlimited is a place where no one has a disability and all are equal. It is also a place where parents and families gain a respite from the 24/7 demands of caring for an individual with a disability or health concern. Recreation Unlimited is a dream come true for all. The year-round 195-acre, wheelchair accessible campus features a new 10,850 sq. ft. semi-private residence hall, The Greif Retreat House, a 20,000 sq. ft. Life Center, three major residence halls, a private cottage for retreats, multi-purpose lodge, creative center, dining hall, outdoor pavilion, health services center and nurses quarters, outpost camp site, administrative and support buildings. Outdoor sports facilities include an aquatic center, aquatic playground, track and field, tennis and sports court, accessible softball field, 25 ft. tree climb, two challenge courses and a 50 ft. Alpine Tower. There would then be a box saying “Apply Now” in the lower right similar to how it says Learn More below.

Camp Fairlee provides a safe and accessible camp experience where campers are challenged to discover their full potential, acquire new skills, and make new and lasting friendships. While campers enjoy their time at Camp Fairlee, their families are able to take a needed break from caregiving. Activities are geared to age and interests of each individual and can include swimming, wall climbing, zip line, horseback riding, outdoor games, arts/crafts and more.

Variety’s Overnight Camp program is a fun filled educational experience open to children and young adults ages 7-21 with a developmental and/or physical disability. Our Overnight Camp aim’s to create an atmosphere of warm acceptance and guidance, and encourage participation at whatever level the camper is able.

Camp John Marc inspires confidence for life through high-quality camping programs for children, teens, and families.  Year round programming and specialized camp facilities are uniquely designed in partnership with Dallas-Fort Worth area pediatric hospitals, community volunteers, and health organizations who are dedicated to serving campers living with chronic medical and physical challenges.  The dignity of each camper is nurtured at Camp John Marc as well as in the community through its outreach programs.

Rocky Mountain Village in Empire, Colorado is regarded as one of the top Easterseals camps in the country. Rocky Mountain Village is fully accessible and used by more than 800 children and adults with disabilities during the summer camp sessions. Campers enjoy swimming, fishing, overnight camping, outdoor cooking, travel camp, day trips, arts & crafts, sports and recreation, hiking, dances, music & drama, horse-back riding, and riding the zip-line.

Nestled among 450 rugged wooded acres, Pinecrest Camp is rich in fun, friendship, learning and adventure. The beautiful forest, located 35 minutes from Memphis, provides the ideal backdrop for summer camp fun or gathering friends for thoughtful reflection. Activities include swimming, arts and crafts, archery, biking, hiking, karaoke, night games...AND they go home more independent, more gregarious, more comfortable with the outdoors...Just MORE.

YMCA Camp Seymour - Camping, like many YMCA programs, is about learning skills, developing character and making friends. But few environments are as special as camp, where kids become a community as they learn both how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group as they engage in physical, social and educational activities. Camping teaches self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership—all amidst the fun of camp fires, bugle calls, canoeing, archery, talent shows, and meaningful relationships.

It is a wonderful three season camp located on 55 acres in Lexington, Michigan. It overlooks 1800 feet of beautiful Lake Huron shoreline and has two streams and a hardwood forest. Our campers will tell you that Camp Cavell has a positive, long lasting effect on people’s lives. We bring together people of many different abilities, cultures, and economic backgrounds, helping to create a respectful community. Activities include: waterfront, crafts, archery, horseback riding, kayaking, backpacking, woodshop, technical tree climbing, photography, nature and more! Our educational programs address environmental education, conflict resolution, communication, & team building.

Camp Courageous is a year-round respite care and recreational facility for individuals of all ages with disabilities All people, regardless of ability level, have the right to opportunities found in the world around them. Individuals with disabilities, as well as their families, should experience year-round recreational and respite care activities in a camp setting. Camp Courageous of Iowa provides this needed service to all. The camp provides opportunities for social and personal growth within a supportive environment. Campers learn to try a variety of creative and challenging activities and experience success. Campers develop enhanced self-esteem which carries over to work, home, or school environments.

Camp Kostopulos is unique. Our services are available to people of all abilities, including many who may not be eligible for services at other camps or facilities. All of our programs are designed to teach new skills through the use of recreation and leisure activities. Our trained staff, excellent counselor to camper ratios, and fantastic accommodations set us above the rest. Our Lodge is equipped with a commercial kitchen, dining hall, and activity area. Campus includes a large grassy activity area, an accessible playground, stocked trout pond, swimming pool and pool house, multi-sport court, lighted pavilion, 3 multi-purpose Yurts, low- and high-ropes challenge courses, and an indoor equestrian center with stables and riding arena.

For 25 years, Camp Twin Lakes has delivered fully adaptive, medically supportive, and deeply impactful camp experiences to more than 10,000 of Georgia’s children and young adults, helping each camper grow in their confidence and experience the joys of childhood. Through intentional play, we develop mindful and confident children who are prepared to triumph over challenges. By learning perseverance, resilience, and a sense of community, our campers leave transformed and capable of extraordinary things.

Timber Pointe Outdoor Center is the premier resource in the state of Illinois for providing specialized outdoor recreational, experiential and family programs for individuals with disabilities and illnesses in a fun, safe and accessible environment. Each session includes traditional camp activities such as swimming, fishing, hiking, canoeing, a pontoon boat ride, arts & crafts, target sports, barnyard animals, high ropes, zip-line and horseback riding. We strive to create an experience that is inclusive, stimulating and educational while providing opportunities that might otherwise seem impossible due to physical limitations, developmental delays or illnesses.

This camp is supported by the Robert and Marjie Bennett Foundation

Sitting on over 200 acres in beautiful Orange County, The Irvine Ranch Outdoor Education Center is an experience like no other. It's not hard to see why this amazing property has become a destination for fun, adventure, learning, and training. Its best-in-class facilities include two swimming pool, a nature center, bungalows, and more. Taking advantage of the bright California sun, much of the property runs on solar energy, adding to the sustainable environment created here.

Camp ASCCA is a special place where campers with disabilities have the opportunity to express their individuality and independence within a carefully supervised setting.The needs of campers with disabilities are cared for by trained staff, and there are many different camping opportunities for all individuals throughout the year. Their families also are provided with a chance to relax in the knowledge that over 41 years of experience goes into providing a safe environment where fun can be had by all. The activities offered at Camp ASCCA include horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, fishing, arts and crafts, accessible waterslide, zip-line, water tubing, archery and rifle range, mini-golf course, paved nature trails, splash pad, and more.

Bradford Woods - Our Recreation Therapy department has been creating amazing camp experiences for children and adults with chronic illness and disabilities since 1955. We strive to give each camper a unique experience through therapeutic activities like archery, arts and crafts, basketball, canoeing, music, scuba diving, swimming, waterskiing, and low- and high-ropes courses, while focusing on building confidence, breaking barriers, and creating life-long friendships.

Camp ASCCA is a special place where campers with disabilities have the opportunity to express their individuality and independence within a carefully supervised setting.The needs of campers with disabilities are cared for by trained staff, and there are many different camping opportunities for all individuals throughout the year. Their families also are provided with a chance to relax in the knowledge that over 41 years of experience goes into providing a safe environment where fun can be had by all. The activities offered at Camp ASCCA include horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, fishing, arts and crafts, accessible waterslide, zip-line, water tubing, archery and rifle range, mini-golf course, paved nature trails, splash pad, and more.

The mission of Wonderland Camp is to provide a fun, educational and safe camp experience for children, teenagers and adults who have disabilities; to offer a respite from daily caregiving for their family members and caregivers; and to provide and nurture a personal development experience for volunteers and staff. At Wonderland Camp, campers will participate in various different activities such as swimming, boating, fishing, arts and crafts, recreation, nature, music and different games. Evening activities include dances, karaoke, pool parties, carnivals and various other events.

The Florida Elks Camp mission is to mold the current generation of youth into adults that we’d be proud to have as American citizens. Our motto is to “inspire, connect, and expand.” We inspire our kids through the quality of our facilities, of our staff, and of our programming. Without electronics, we help kids build connections between themselves and their peers, their counselors, and nature. Through all of this, we have the opportunity to expand their compassion for others, their own self-confidence, and their ability and desire to make an impact on the world around them.

YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee Spencer has been providing an unforgettable camp experience to children, families, and members of the community for more than 90 years. Our camp programs engage families, encourage adults, and inspire kids to learn, grow, and thrive. We welcome campers with special needs because we know the camp experience truly changes lives. It creates opportunities for campers to experience things they never thought possible. It builds communities by bringing together people with similar experiences and stories. And it’s something we believe should be accessible and available to everyone. We tailor our programs and facilities to meet the needs of every camper, including those with special needs. From wheelchair accessible lodging and nature trails, to a splash pad suitable for all abilities, to programming that’s inclusive and innovative, we make the camp experience accessible to all.

Our dedication to providing guests with exceptional homemade meals, comfortable facilities and friendly service-oriented staff has earned Quaker Hill a reputation for excellence and a following of many local customers. Quaker Hill Camp and Conference Center is located on 72 acres just 100 miles north of Boise. Nestled at 5100 feet in the mountain resort town of McCall, Idaho, the area boasts of a number of breathtaking views. Activities include swimming, kayaking, boating, climbing wall, multipurpose field, zip line, and much more.

At Pleasant Ridge Camp & Retreat Center, you can take a retreat from the hustle of day-to-day life, participate in a variety of sports, or enjoy camp activities like archery and fishing. This beautiful facility seamlessly integrates accessibility and inclusion into every aspect of its design and programming. The Pleasant Ridge Camp & Retreat Center is a place where people are welcomed to be themselves. It’s an environment that promotes self-awareness and encourages growth and understanding of the communities we live in.

Our mission forms the base of everything we do at Happiness Is Camping. It is the foundation our organization is built on. We can’t accomplish this mission without the help of many incredible people. Thanks to the help of many kind individuals, we are able to provide services such as: exceptional care provided by a staff of dedicated medical professionals, around-the-clock supervision in fully handicap accessible facilities, exciting activities including swimming, an adventure and ropes course, color wars, hikes, cookouts, dances, talent show, and much more.