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Camp Sierra Vista for Girls
Residential girls' summer camp
Come experience exciting and challenging activities, meet new friends and develop lifelong memories all in a fun, wholesome and gorgeous environment. Located along the crystal clear Guadalupe River in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, our private residential camp is hidden among the Texas hills, beckoning with fun-filled programs and life-changing opportunities which will last a lifetime. Dedicated staff, your choice of activities, comfortable and modern rock cabins, delicious meals, good times, positive influences and a 4:1 camper-counselor ratio all come together at Sierra Vista. Camp season runs from early June to early August. One, two and four week sessions are avialble for girls ages 6-16. Don't miss out on one of the best experiences of your life and register today!
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Camp Highlander
Residential coed summer camp
Camp Highlander is a co-ed residential summer camp devoted to the growing and nurturing of boys and girls, ages 5-16 in a safe, fun-filled environment since 1957. Located in the North Carolina mountains, our goal is to give children memories to fill their hearts, friendships to last a lifetime, and achievements to give them confidence while encouraging them to build character and strong values that will remain with them always. Our qualified and caring staff are able leaders, dedicated to providing each child with an exciting summer of adventure, while maintaining the highest standards of safety.
Our program consists of over 35 activities with five primary disciplines including sports, waterfront, arts, horseback riding and wilderness experience. One thing that makes Camp Highlander so unique is our wonderful off-camp adventures. Whitewater rafting trips to the Nantahala River, overnights in Pisgah Forest, water-skiing at Lake Keowee, swimming in the beautiful waterfalls and Looking Glass Falls . . . taking our campers into the magical Appalachian mountains is the highlight of their experience. At Camp Highlander, we are committed to teaching our campers a deep respect for nature and an increased awareness of not only themselves, but of their peers and surroundings.
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Camp Honey Creek for Girls
Residential girls' summer camp
Located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, Camp Honey Creek offers a safe camping experience for girls ages 6 to 17. Our goal is to make each girl feel better about herself and others. The majority of senior staff members are educators and have been associated with camping for over 20 years. Individual attention is not just a phrase, but a REALITY at Camp Honey Creek!
Traditional camp activities are offered; swimming, horseback riding, riflery, archery, tennis, chorus, workshop, challenge course and campcraft. We offer 10, 22, or 31 day options with 2 sessions per summer.
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Emagination Computer Camps
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Technology PLUS Summer Camp Fun! Emagination blends the latest in technology with fun non-tech activities that create a well-rounded summer camp experience for kids & teens ages 8 -17. Two-week sessions allow time to make friends and become part of a community.
Beginners to experts choose three workshops from a selection including: 3D Art, 3D Animation, Flash®, Digital Music, Video Game Design, Robotics, RC Cars, iApps, Java.
Recreation is an important part of the program. Campers get unplugged in outdoor games, swimming, Color Wars and more.
University locations near Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia and Atlanta bring together kids like me from nearby towns, states across America and many foreign countries. It's Worth the Trip!
The Emagination Difference
* Three different technology workshops each day --- learn multiple topics.
* Two-week sessions --- time to make new friends and become a part of a summer camp community.
* Recreation and socializing are important --- campers learn tech skills and life skills.
* Weekend activities --- tuition includes Saturday Color Wars and other activities
* Senior Camp for Teens --- more independence, free time and special activities.
Emagination also offers a separate and immersive two-week course in video game development for teens 15-18.
YMCA Camp Lakewood
Residential coed summer camp
YMCA Camp Lakewood, a branch of the YMCA of Greater St. Louis is a co-ed summer residential camp for ages 6-17, located 75 miles south of St. Louis between Potosi and Steelville, MO. Set amidst 5,000 beautiful woodland acres with a private 360-acre lake, Camp Lakewood is a true escape. Your child will forget all about television, video games, and mp3 players while discovering the ultimate childhood experience, all within a safe and trusted environment.
Programs at Camp Lakewood are based on the YMCA's four core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. We believe in making your camper stronger in spirit, mind and body! At Camp Lakewood, your camper can attend our Traditional Summer Camp Program, participate in the Ranger Program, work on leadership skills in our Leaders In Training Program (LIT), or focus on a special elective of our regular camp program like Horsemanship.
Campers ages six to eight can experience a taste of the summer camp program through Mini-Camp. We also have Tween Camp for campers ages 9-10 or Pre-Teen Camp for ages 11-12.
We welcome children of all nationalities and denominations and pride ourselves on the cultural diversity of our campers and counselors.
Shane Weight Loss Camp Georgia
Residential Coed Camp
Featured on The Tyra Show, MTV, 20/20, Dr. Phil and The Discovery Channel, Camp Shane has outstanding facilities and extensive activities. Portion controlled meals with classes in nutrition, dieting and cooking result in superb, proven weight losses. Fun, friendly and family run since 1968. You're going to look and feel great after a summer at Camp Shane. We're a weight loss camp with excellent results but dieting is only part of our awesome program. We don't make being overweight a bigger problem than it is. We're a lot of fun, very friendly and we really care about each other.
At Camp Shane you'll feel comfortable, welcome and good about yourself! We know exactly what you're going through and we're here to help you succeed and have the best time of your life. We have a highly supervised program with great tasting meals and an extensive list of activities.
Rocky River Ranch
Residential girls' summer camp
Rocky River Ranch has been committed to inspiring independence in girls and young women since 1953. Our mission is to create an engaging environment where girls can discover their strengths, learn leadership skills and try something new everyday while making life-long friendships. The ranch's brand, the Triple-R, stands for respect: respect for self, respect for others, and respect for nature.
Through our leadership program, RRR is where strong girls become strong women. A Rocky River girl is given opportunities on every level for success. This is a creative, challenging and nurturing place, where each child is encouraged and celebrated. We are a small, private camp offering one-week, ten-day, and two-week sessions to campers ranging in age from 7 - 14 years old.
Camp Rio Vista for Boys
Residential boys' summer camp
Experience summer camping at the oldest private summer camp in the Southwest, located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Rio Vista, along the crystal clear Guadalupe River, has provided thousands of boys, ages 6-16, with a wholesome, fun-filled, learning experience since 1921. Traditions, beautiful and well-maintained facilities, exciting programs emphasizing confidence, success and fun, your choice of activities, and lifelong friends and memories await you here. Our dedicated staff reinforces the ideals and philosophies of the camp and instructs and leads in a fun, wholesome environment. Camp season runs early June through early August. One, two, and four week sessions available. Don't miss out on one of the best experiences of your life and register today!
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Camp Kiowa
Residential coed summer camps
ADVENTURE KIOWA and KIOWA U - 2 unique opportunties and "An ideal summer camp for ALL campers!" Camp Kiowa offers, boys and girls, ages 7-17, learning opportunities that stimulate both the mind and body. Through professional instruction, unique enrichment programs, and recreational activities, campers enjoy a fun and creative summer of discovery on a beautiful college campus and a state-of-the-art adventure camp.
Activities include Digital Art & Photography, LEGO Robotics, Cooking, Art & Sculpture, Rock Climbing, Drama, Tennis, Golf, Swimming, Yoga, Dance, Basketball, Archery, Team Building, Leadership, Science, Nature, Creative Writing, and more!
Wellspring Texas
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Texas campers are young males and females with a common goal: to lose weight while having fun. Boys and girls ages 11-18 enjoy an amazing summer of weight loss, fun, and friendships. Rapid and dramatic weight loss is achieved through a proven and comprehensive program provided by a staff of trained professionals. Set against the incredible backdrop of the Big Hill Country, on the sprawling 200-acre campus of San Marcos Baptist Academy outside of Austin, Texas.
Team sports like soccer, football, tennis, and kickball along with swimming, hiking, canoeing, biking, rafting, kayaking, climbing, and aerobics are just some of the activities that campers enjoy in a very supportive environment. 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.
Wellspring Camps
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camps
Wellspring Camps provide a scientifically-based behavioral change program focused on long-term weight loss. The goal of Wellspring Camps is to expose campers who are more than 20 pounds overweight to different ways to get in shape and lose weight so that they continue to be active after camp ends.
Campers are typically grouped by age and gender, maximizing the program for each participant's needs and body type. In addition to recreational activities, campers meet with doctorate-level behavior coaches to make long-lasting changes in attitude and self esteem.
With a Wellspring Camp near you, you can enjoy the benefits of a scientifically based approach, a large pool of resources, smaller programs than traditional weight loss camps, diet camps or fat camps, and the chance to implement healthy lifestyle change in a supportive and fun environment. This summer, you may choose from 12 Wellspring programs: New York, Florida, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, California, Texas, Vancouver, United Kingdom, Wellspring Academy and Wellspring Family Camp.
Camp Ridgecrest
Residential boys' summer camp
Camp Ridgecrest for Boys: Impacting lives for God's glory through discipleship and adventure. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of NC, Camp Ridgecrest is designed for individual attention, maximum fun, and the safety of each child. We facilitate camper growth by offering a Christian camp program that has been thriving since 1929. Camp Ridgecrest for Boys offers over 25 activities taught by solid Christian role models. Our staff are highly trained, committed believers with a heart for children and youth ministry. Join us for an unforgettable experience of fun encompassing physical, mental, social, and spiritual growth.
Camp Crestridge
Residential girls' summer camp
Camp Crestridge for Girls is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. We are a Christian camp with a recreational emphasis. We help our campers to grow physically and mentally through our skill classes, socially through interactions with the staff and their cabinmates, and spiritually through our cabin devotions and Morning Watch times. Our staff are strong Christian role models that are great examples for their campers. We are ACA accredited and members of Christian Camping International. Come and experience Christian camping at its finest!
Camp Sierra Vista for Girls
Residential girls' summer camp
Come experience exciting and challenging activities, meet new friends and develop lifelong memories all in a fun, wholesome and gorgeous environment. Located along the crystal clear Guadalupe River in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, our private residential camp is hidden among the Texas hills, beckoning with fun-filled programs and life-changing opportunities which will last a lifetime. Dedicated staff, your choice of activities, comfortable and modern rock cabins, delicious meals, good times, positive influences and a 4:1 camper-counselor ratio all come together at Sierra Vista. Camp season runs from early June to early August. One, two and four week sessions are avialble for girls ages 6-16. Don't miss out on one of the best experiences of your life and register today!
