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Ohio Summer Camps
Falcon Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Small and private, Falcon offers a wide variety of activities, excellent staff and great fun. Program is separate for boys and girls with planned coed events. Falcon creates learning opportunities and experiences in an atmosphere of warmth and understanding. Great staff, great food, great fun!
Falcon Camp accepts boys and girls ages 6 to 16 and groups them appropriately by age. Campers may register for two, four, six, or eight weeks. In addition to our traditional camp, we also have a Falcon Horse Lover Camp. For more information click the link on our website. For 6 and 7 year olds we also have a one-week introductory to camping program, for more information visit our website.
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National Computer Camps
Residential and day coed summer computer camps
Where learning and fun are rolled into one. . . Now in our 32nd year, National Computer Camp is America's original computer camp since 1977. The focus at NCC is 2D and 3D video game design, computer programming, digital video production, web page design, A+ and Network+ certification and software applications including networking, animation, Flash and graphics. Each week we offer all levels of programming in Basic, C++, Java, Assembler, HTML, XML, OpenGL and JavaScript.
Campers may attend one or multi-week sessions with a continuous curriculum that is age appropriate and suitable for beginners to super advanced. The camps are ideal for both experienced and first time campers. Coed ages 8-18 residential and day programs. An optional sports program is also available. NCC has locations in Atlanta, GA; Fairfield, Connecticut; Cleveland, OH; New York; NY.
Activities offered: 2D and 3D Video Game Design, Web Page Design, Digital Video Editing, Computer Programming, Software Applications, Networking, A+ Certification, Network+ Certification, 3-D Graphics, Animation, Flash, Robotics, Chess, Academics, Science, Optional Sports Program.
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Red Oak, Red Barn and Chincapin Camps
Coed Camps with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Red Oak, Red Barn and Chincapin Camps excel locally with their ability to offer a wide variety of exciting age-appropriate opportunities for boys and girls. All campers develop self-reliance and leadership skills, while investigating nature, and building new friendships. The camp boasts a newly completed climbing tower and zip line for developing advanced climbing skills, in addition to their challenging ropes course.
Campers enjoy traditional camp activities, including archery, backpacking, canoeing, climbing, tennis, swimming, as well as the opportunity to develop interests in science and camp crafts under the guidance of our experienced staff. Chincapin campers enjoy advancing through their horseback riding program.
Camp Echoing Hills
Residential coed summer camp
Camp Echoing Hills - located in the rolling hills of Coshocton County - is a unique camping experience that strives to enrich the lives of people with special needs. As a nonprofit Christian organization, we believe in creating opportunities for individuals with speical needs to know and experience Jesus Christ while gaining self-esteem, self-awareness and independence by participating in programs that are recreational, therapeutic and educational.
Camp Echoing Hills provides a fully-accessible environment and programs that are tailored to meet the needs of campers of all ages, interests and abilities. Camp Echoing Hills encourages campers to soar beyond their limitations. Whether it's splashing in a pool, racing around a go cart track, conquering a low ropes course or sitting around a campfire in the evenings, Camp Echoing Hills creates memories that will last a lifetime. Best of all at Camp, new and old friends alike unite to pursue the grand adventures of camp. They create the kind of experiences upon which to build hope, trust and healing which is an essential component in their challenging daily lives. Our campers have the time of their lives embracing the fun and fantasy of a summer camp.
Firebird Camps
Residential coed summer camps
Caring, nurturing and fun, Camp Firebird has a relaxed, friendly atmosphere emphasizing fun, spirit, challenge and participation. Ideally located 40 minutes SE of Canton, Ohio in the foothills of the West Virginia mountains. Carefully planned program allowing personal choice within a flexble structure.
40+ programs from which to choose, including: Premier horse / equestrian, tennis, and watersports; plus sailing, climbing, crafts, drama, cheerleading, gymnastics, lacrosse, plus much, much more.
iD Tech Summer Computer Camps
Residential and Day Coed Computer Camps
"I've been to this camp for 6 years now. The counselors are amazing and the whole experience is something that I wish I could do year round. I learn more in a week at iD than I do in a year at my school." -Spencer, Student
Experience North America's most reputable and distinguished summer technology program for beginner to advanced students. Over 100,000 kids and teens worldwide have learned to create 2D and 3D video games, websites with Flash, C++ and Java programs, iPhone and Facebook apps, graphic designs with Photoshop and Illustrator, 3D models and animations with Maya, digital movies, robots, all with products experts use in their professions.
Enroll in these fun and challenging, weeklong, day and residential summer camps, located at over 60 prestigious universities in the U.S. and Canada. Juniors and Seniors can even earn Continuing Education Units. Alumni can hone their skills before and after summer with iD 365 - Endless Summer, complimentary online workshops lead by live instructors year round.
Additional multi-week summer camp teen programs for ages 13-18 include: iD Gaming Academy, iD Visual Arts Academy and iD Programming Academy.
Save $100 through December 15th with the Holiday Special (use promo code WD27).
YMCA Camp Willson
Residential coed summer camp
The YMCA Camp Willson, located in Bellefontaine, OH, was established in 1918, and is owned and operated by the YMCA of Central Ohio. Our 455 acre year-round facility is accredited by the American Camping Association and operates as a summer youth camp for boys and girls ages 7 - 17, a full-service outdoor education program for schools, and a weekend conference center for church, youth, scouting retreats and many other groups.
For more than 90 years, children have come to Camp Willson to swim, boat, sleep under the stars, fish, ride horses, experience nature and enjoy the outdoors. These children have left with much more... independence, confidence, great memories and lasting friendships.
Game Camp USA
Residential and day coed summer computer camp
Welcome to Game Camp USA by Convergenesis, Inc. (est. 1999).
Don't just play video games all summer. Build your own, make new friends and have the time of your life! Whether you're experienced or an absolute beginner, you'll learn industry-standard software from professionals and students (at the college upper class and graduate levels). More importantly, you'll develop the problem solving skills vital to success in college.
Camp activities include Video Game Design and Creation and Computer Programming!
Marmon Valley Farm
Residential coed summer campLove horse? Spend a week at Ohio's largest horse camp. With 160 horses and almost 50 years of horse camping experience, we know camp and we know horses! Marmon Valley Ministries offer exciting and safe horse camps for boys and girls of all ages and riding abilities. Develop skills in horsemanship as you spend every morning with your own horse for the week. Every day you'll groom and saddle your horse, get western or English lessons, trail ride, and learn more about horses.
The heart of our program is the mature counselors who model a passion for Jesus Christ. They lead campers to a greater understanding of themselves and God right through the very activities the kids love! Horsemanship camps are available for children ages 7-17. Marmon Valley Ministries is a non-denominational Christian camp, in west-central Ohio committed to providing Christ-centered horse camps. www.marmonvalley.com.
Camp Frederick
Residential coed summer camp
Camp Frederick is located in the hills of Appalachia in beautiful eastern Ohio. What makes Camp Frederick unique and a powerful personal growth experience for both staff and campers is our heavy emphasis on building an intentional Christian community. Each summer we hire 12 spiritually mature and energetic people to grow together as a deep spiritual community.
Although we do many different programs, our specialty is servant event and adventure programs in which high school youth from around the country come to experience service in Appalachia and have fun on adventure elements such as our high and low ropes course, rappelling, zip-line, caving, whitewater rafting and horseback riding. In addition to the high school programs, we have traditional programs for K-8 youth which make up approximately half of all our events. We hope that you consider spending a life-changing summer with us!
-GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps
Day Camps with separate sessions for boys and girls
GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps offer 125 locations across the country directed by the top college coaches and pro players in lacrosse.
Our camps were developed to provide athletes with the opportunity to become better lacrosse players by learning from the best coaches and players in the game today.
Camp Kawaga for Boys
Residential boys' summer camp
Camp Kawaga offers a balanced, well-rounded program. Boys who are skilled athletes and those who are not both love Kawaga and find their own niche here. With endless opportunities, Kawaga offers an exciting array of more than 100 athletic and non-athletic activities! Established in 1915, Kawaga in one of the 25 oldest camps in North America. With an 85% camper return rate & a 90% staff return rate, Kawaga is like no other camp.
The following is a partial list of clubs that are offered at Kawaga: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Bicycling, Boating & Canoeing, Boxing, Drama, Fishing, Fitness, Football, Frisbee, Golf, Journalism, Lacrosse, Music, Outdoor Adventure, Riflery, Roller-hockey, Rugby, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Waterskiing, Wood Shop. Every camper has the opportunity to go on a 2-4 night camping trip. Camp sessions are 4 or 8 weeks.
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Pleasant Hill Outdoor Center
Residential coed summer camp
The right camp should be one of the most fun filled and growing experiences of a child's life. At Pleasant Hill you'll find a camp home where you not only have a blast but you can learn new things, meet new friends, and discover the spirit of adventure, inside of you. During the day, you'll find activity areas for almost every interest including lake sports, performing arts, marksmanship, action sports, outdoor living, crafts and more all of which will teach you new skills and develop your confidence.
Programs include Adventure Camp, Horselovers Camp, and a Whitewater Adventure trip. Carefully selected and trained staff accompany campers at all times at a 1/6 ratio to give your camper the attention they deserve. We'll close out each day at fireside with great skits songs and music, and with a look at how God loves each of us. You'll get to know God in a new and fresh way, and learn that He loves you for who you are without condition or limitation! At Pleasant Hill you'll find a warm feeling that comes from our special brand of camping, a place where you can shine from the inside out!
Digital Media Academy Summer Computer Camps
Residential and Day coed computer camps
Accredited by Stanford University, DMA is "The Summer Digital Art and Technology Camp for Kids and Teens!" DMA is ideal for students of all ages wanting exposure to the most relevant software used in Hollywood and the entertainment industry, video game design, and web design while gaining hands-on experience under the eye of accomplished professionals. Whether to explore a possible career path, gain practical skills or just have an incredible time with friends, DMA is unparalleled.
DMA offers day and overnight courses in weekly and multi-week sessions for youth, age 7-18. DMA courses accommodate a wide variety of digital media interests in a more sophisticated learning environment than other summer computer camps. All courses are project based and taught by accomplished professionals who have a passion for inspiring young minds. An average student to instructor ratio of 6 to 1 allows for plenty of individual attention as students explore, create and immerse themselves.
Teen courses include Robotics, Digital Filmmaking, 3D Animation, Web Production, Programming, and Music and Video Production - just to name a few. Youth courses (called Digital Media Adventures) include Robotics, Digital Filmmaking, Game Creation, Web Design & Flash, Cartoon & Comic Book Creation and Surfing & Filmmaking.
Wellspring Wisconsin
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Wisconsin combines Wellspring's unparalleled weight loss program with exciting activities on our campus and in the surrounding region. We are located on the beautiful 820-acre campus of University of Wisconsin-Platteville, boys and girls ages 11-18 enjoy state-of-the-art facilities for swimming, fitness, personal training and team sports. Wellspring is a proven, remarkably effective fitness and weight loss program based on decades of scientific research on what actually works for dramatic weight loss and long-term weight control.
Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
Falcon Horse Lover Camp
Residential girls' horseback riding camp
Falcon Horse Lover Camp was developed to meet the needs of 11 to 15 year old girls who only want to ride horses. Our qualified staff helps to train and develop riding skills for all horse campers. Through a mixture of riding, demonstrations and camping our horse lovers leave feeling they are a total "horse person".
Horse Lover Camp is a private, one-week riding camp where campers eat, sleep, and breathe horses all day, every day. More actual riding time than anywhere. Instruction in basic skills, all gaits, horsemanship, equitation, stable management, lunge lessons, anatomy, first aid, safety, conditioning, and more. Excellent horses and insructors. Personal video and parent demo included.
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Falcon Camp
Residential coed summer camp
Small and private, Falcon offers a wide variety of activities, excellent staff and great fun. Program is separate for boys and girls with planned coed events. Falcon creates learning opportunities and experiences in an atmosphere of warmth and understanding. Great staff, great food, great fun!
Falcon Camp accepts boys and girls ages 6 to 16 and groups them appropriately by age. Campers may register for two, four, six, or eight weeks. In addition to our traditional camp, we also have a Falcon Horse Lover Camp. For more information click the link on our website. For 6 and 7 year olds we also have a one-week introductory to camping program, for more information visit our website.
