ALABAMA

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Camp Chandler. | Montgomery. | Co-ed, ages 5-15. | Three- and four-day sessions. One-week sessions. | Water skiing, horseback riding, swimming, archery, sports and more. | 334-229-0033.
Camp Cosby-YMCA. | Alpine. | Co-ed, ages 6-16. | One-week sessions. | Over 20 activities: horseback riding, minibikes, archery, tubing, wake boarding, the blob, and Alpine tower. Expedition adventure trips. ACA accredited. | 800-852-6729.
Camp Laney for Boys. | Mentone. | Boys, ages 8-14. | One- and two-week sessions. | Ropes course, horseback riding, canoeing, riflery, archery, tennis, mountain biking, and team sports. ACA accredited. | 256-634-4066.
Camp Skyline. | Mentone. | Girls, ages 6-16. | One- and two-week sessions. | Located on top of Lookout Mountain. Campers select six from more than 20 different activities. Founded 1947. | 800-448-9279.
Camp Winnataska. | Birmingham. | Co-ed, ages 6-15. | One-week sessions. | Horseback riding, canoeing, swimming, crafts, night activities, ropes courses. | 205-640-6741.
Lookout Mountain Camp for Boys. | Mentone. | Boys, ages 7-15. | Two-, four-, six- and eight-week sessions. | Traditional camp with activities such as: water sports, fly fishing, diving, canoeing, zip line, archery. | 256-634-4758.
Lyman Ward Summer School Program. | Camp Hill. | Boys, grades 6-12. | Four-week session. | L.W. Military Academy academic program includes on-campus and evening activities and weekend outings. | 800-798-9151.
Riverview Camp for Girls. | Mentone. | Ages 6-16. | One-and two-week sessions. | Located atop Lookout Mountain. Traditional program offering more than 25 activities including horseback riding, ropes course, tennis, gymnastics, canoeing, and more. | 800-882-0722.
U.S. Space Camp. | Huntsville. | Co-ed, ages 9-18. | Three-day to six-day sessions and parent/child weekend camps for ages 7-12. | Way beyond fun at Space Camp, Aviation Challenge or the new X-Camp. | 800-637-7223.

BEYOND THE SOUTH

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Camp Atwater. | North Brookfield, Mass. | Ages 8-15. | All-boy and all-girl camps. Two- and four-week sessions. | Afro-centric setting focusing on leadership development, recreation, education and culture. | 413-739-7211,ext 102.
Camp Awosting for Boys/Camp Chinqueka for Girls. | Litchfield, Conn. | Ages 6-16. | Two-, four-, six- and eight-week sessions. | Traditional camp with activities such as: go-karts, mini-bikes, river tubing, waterskiing, arts & crafts, archery, fencing, climbing tower and zip line. | 860-567-4924.
Camp Carysbrook. | Riner, Va. | Girls, ages 6-16. | One-, two-, four-, six- and eight-week sessions. | Traditional camp with individual instruction in 18 activities. ACA accredited. | 540-382-1670.
Camp Cayuga. | Honesdale, Pa. | Co-ed, ages 5-15. | Two-, four-, six- and eight-week sessions. | More than 60 activities including horseback riding, flying trapeze, circus and more. ACA accredited. | 908-470-1224.
Camp Curtain Call. | Dugspur, Va. | Co-ed ages 8-18. | One-, two-, three- or six-week sessions. | A combination of theatre, dance, music, circus, magic, visual arts, sports and outdoor adventure activities. | 865-573-7002.
Camp Friendship. | Palmyra, Va. | Co-ed, ages 6-16. | One and two-week sessions. | Traditional program with over 50 elective activities such as: challenge adventure trips, equestrian, golf, tennis and gymnastic programs. | 800-873-3223.
Camp Horizons. | Harrisonburg, Va. | Co-ed, ages 6-17. | One- and two-week sessions. | Traditional and adventure programs including horseback, sports, drama and more. ACA accredited. | 800-729-9230.
Camp Jump Start. | Carbondale, Ill. | Co-ed, ages 9-17. | Four-week sessions. | Traditional camp specializing in weight loss for kids. | 636-287-5004.
Camp North Star. | Poland Spring, Maine. | Co-ed, ages 7-16. | Two-, four-, six- and eight- week sessions. | Visual/performing arts, sports, trips, flight instruction, horseback riding and more. | 207-998-4777.
Camp O-AT-KA. | Sebago, Maine. | Boys, ages 7-16. | Two-, three-, four- and seven-week sessions. | Water sports, land sports, outdoor skills and adventure, arts and crafts, music and drama. | 800-818-8455.
Camp Ozark. | Mount Ida, Ark. | Co-ed, ages 7-17. | One-, two-, and three-week sessions. | Christian sports and adventure camps. | 870-867-4131.
Camp Piomingo-YMCA. | Brandenburg, Ky. | Co-ed, ages 6-16. | One- and two-week sessions. | Traditional, equestrian and adventure activities include swimming, climbing, archery, horseback riding and more. | 800-411-5822.
Camp Regis-Applejack. | St. Regis Lake, N.Y. | Co-ed, ages 6-16. | Four- and eight-week sessions, two-week program for first-time campers. | More than 50 activities. Teen adventure camp, ages 13-16. ACA accredited. | 609-688-0368.
Camp Rim Rock. | Yellow Spring, W.Va. | Girls, ages 6-17. | Multiple week sessions. | Horseback riding, performing arts, fine arts & crafts, sports, aquatics. Speciality camps in riding, tennis, arts, ACA accredited. Less than 2 hours from D.C. on 600 acres. | 800-662-4650.
Camp Silver Beach-YMCA. | Jamesville, Va. | Co-ed, ages 8-16. | One- and three-week sessions. | Traditional camp with nature trails, challenge courses, rifle range, swimming, sailing. | 757-442-4634.
Camp Tall Timbers. | High View, W.Va. | Co-ed, ages 7-16. | Two-, three-, five-, six- and eight-week sessions. | Horseback riding, water skiing, challenge course, climbing wall. ACA accredited. | 800-862-2678.
Cheley Colorado Camp. | Estes Park, Colo. | Co-ed, ages 9-17. | Four- and eight-week sessions. | Day hikes, horseback riding, rafting, crafts, mountain biking, out camping, target sports, and more. | 303-377-3616.
Cheshire Academy Access Cheshire Summer Program. | Cheshire, Conn. | Co-ed, grades 7th-9th. | Four-week session. | Academic work with a variety of enrichment and athletic activities. Application process. | 203-272-5396.
Concordia Language Villages. | Minnesota. | Co-ed, ages 7-18. | One-, two- and four-week sessions and family camp. | Residential language immersion camps. Available in 15 languages. | 800-222-4750.
Cub Creek Science Camp and Animal Camp. | Rolla, Mo. | Co-ed, ages 7-17. | One- and multi-week sessions. | Over 100 science camp activities and over 300 camp animals. ACA accredited. | 573-458-2125.
French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts. | Hancock, N.Y. | Co-ed, ages 7-17. | Three-, six-, nine- and twelve-week sessions. | Programs in cooking, dance, theater, music, circus, magic, visual arts, sports, and horseback riding. | 800-634-1703.
Kamp Kohut. | Oxford, Maine. | Co-ed, ages 7-15. | Two- to four-week sessions. | Waterfront, land sports, drama and more. | 888-465-6488.
Kenmont Camp for Boys and Kenwood Camp for Girls. | Kent, Conn. | Ages 7-14. | Two- and four-week sessions. | Athletics, water sports, extreme sports, adventure, creative arts and theater. Separate and equal facilities for boys and girls on 200-acre lakefront property. | 305-673-3310.
Lake Greeley Camp. | Greeley, Pa. | Co-ed, ages 6-15. | Two-, four-, six- and eight-week sessions. | Traditional camp including more than 60 activities. | Winter: 570-842-3739; Summer: 570-685-7196.
Landmark School Summer Programs. | Prides Crossing, Mass. | Co-ed, grades 1-12. | Four- and six-week sessions. | Offers academic skill development and activities for students with language-based disabilities. | 978-236-3000.
New Meadow Farm Camp. | Steeles Tavern, Va. | Girls, ages 9-17. | One-, three-, four- and seven- week sessions. | Horseback riding, horsemanship, swimming, arts and crafts, biking, sewing and more. | 610-825-9838.
Night Eagle Wilderness Adventures. | Cuttingsville, Vt. | Boys, ages 10-14. | Two-, three, four- and six-week sessions. | Primitive summer camp with tipi living, canoeing, backpacking, archery and tracking. ACA accredited. | 802-773-7866.
Sanborn Western Camps. | Florissant, Colo. | Separate camps for girls and boys, ages 7-16. | Two- and four-week sessions. | Adventurous, non-competitive programs in Western riding, mountaineering, water sports, fishing. | 719-748-3341.
Shane (Trim-Down) Camp. | Ferndale, N.Y. | Co-ed, ages 7-17. | Three-, six- and nine-week sessions. | Portion controlled meals, classes in nutrition, dieting and cooking. ACA accredited. | 914-271-4141.
Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing. | New Castle, Va. | Ages 10-18. | Two- to four-week courses. | Rock climbing, kayaking, mountain biking, backpacking and more. (Locations: Virginia, West Virginia.) | 800-782-0779.

CAMP ADVISORS

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American Camp Association. | The American Camp Association (ACA) works to preserve, promote and enhance the camp experience for children and adults 765-342-8456.
National Camp Association. | Free service matches your child to the right camp. Online services available. Recommends a broad spectrum of camps. All programs fully licensed. | 800-966-2267.
Student Camp and Trip Advisors. | Atlanta. | Free service. Select from more than 700 residential camps, teen travel, wilderness trips, community service and campus programs worldwide. | Joan Weiner, 404-237-0603.

FLORIDA

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Camp Dovewood. | O | Girls, ages 7-16. | One- and two-week sessions. | Horse-focused, English, Western and dressage riding, overnight trips, swimming, dance and more. | 386-935-0863.
Camp Indian Springs-YMCA. | Crawfordville. | Co-ed, ages 8-14. | One-week sessions. | Traditional camp with canoeing, horseback riding, archery, swimming, extreme skateboarding, paintball and more. | 850-926-3361.
Camp Kulaqua. | High Springs. | Co-ed, ages 7-16. | One-week sessions. | Bible adventure, archery, canoeing, gymnastics, horsemanship, go-carts and zoo management. | 386-454-1351.
Camp Winona-YMCA. | Deleon Springs. | Co-ed, ages 7-16. | Four-day, one- and two-week sessions. | Archery, canoeing, ropes course, sailing, paintball and more. | 386-985-4544.
Circle | Lake Wales. | Co-ed, ages 6-18. | Two- and three-week, ten-day sessions. | Horseback riding, sailing, paintball, waterfront double zip line with rock climbing wall and more. | 863-676-4113.
Everglades Youth Conservation Camp. | West Palm Beach. | Co-ed, ages 8-14. | One-week sessions. | Operated by Florida Atlantic University. Outdoor skills, ecology, wildlife encounters, fishing, archery, mud hikes, canoeing and more. | 561-686-6600.
IMG Academies. | Bradenton. | Co-ed, ages 8-18. | Weekly sessions. | Instructional programs offered in tennis, golf, soccer, baseball, basketball, hockey and performance training. | 941-755 1000.
Seacamp. | Big Pine Key. | Co-ed, ages 12-17. | 18-day sessions. | Marine science, scuba, sailing, wind surfing and more. | 877-732-2267.
SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Adventure Camps. | Orlando and Tampa Bay. | Co-ed, grades 5-12. | One-week sessions. | Amazing up-close animal encounters from belugas to giraffes, plus everything the parks have to offer. | 866-468-6226.

GEORGIA

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Adamah Adventures. | Carrollton. | Co-ed, ages 6-14. | 18-day sessions. | Outdoor adventure treks for Jewish teens. Hiking, rock climbing, caving, rafting and more in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Utah or Pacific Northwest. | 404-297-4914.
Athens | Tallulah Falls. | Ages 7-16. | One- and two-week sessions. | All sports, zip line, lake activities and more. Horseback riding for girls. Outdoor adventure program for older campers. Travel camp. | Boys: 706-754-6912; girls: 706-754-3329.
Athens YWCO Camp. | Clarkesville. | Girls, ages 6-16. | One- and two-week sessions. | Horseback riding, swimming, dance, sports, crafts, drama and more in a Christian atmosphere. Horseback Specialty and leadership program. ACA accredited. | 706-754-8528.
Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education. | Atlanta. | Co-ed, ages 8 and up. | One-, three- and five-week sessions. | Intensive resident courses available to intermediate and advance students in ballet, jazz, modern and flamenco. Audition required. | 404-873-5811, ext 212.
Atlanta Resident Camp. | Lake Allatoona. | Co-ed, ages 8-12. | One-week sessions. | Canoeing, team building and hiking. Through the City of Atlanta. Open to Atlanta residents and non-residents. | 404-658-6381.
Atlanta Workshop Players | Oglethorpe University. | Co-ed, ages 7-18. | One- and two-week sessions. | TV/film acting, theatre, dance, musical theatre and performances, audition for top agents and casting directors. Produce a full show. | 770-998 8111.
Blue Ridge Camp. | Mountain City. | Co-ed, ages 7-16. | One, two, four, six and eight-week sessions. | 48 elective style activities in the areas of athletics, aquatics, outdoor adventure and cultural arts. | 800-878-2267.
Calvin Center. | Hampton. | Co-ed, grades 1-12. | One-week and 10-day sessions. | Christian camping since 1960. Residential camping, adventure and horse camps. High School Leadership. ACA accredited. | 770-946-4276.
Camp Barney Medintz. | Cleveland. | Co-ed, ages 8-16. | Two- and four-week sessions. | Activities include water skiing, horseback riding, mountain biking, theater and more. Jewish values. | 770-396-3250.
Camp Cherokee. | White. | Co-ed, ages 6-18. | Three day, one and two-week sessions. | Christian camp on Lake Allatoona with canoeing, arts and crafts, Bible study, white water rafting and more. Also offers day camp. | 877-647 8542.
Camp Glisson. | Dahlonega. | Co-ed, ages 8-18. | One- and two-week sessions. | Nature activities, cookouts, crafts, games, overnight campout, swimming, hiking and fishing. | 706-864-6181.
Camp Grove River. | Gillsville. | Girls, ages 10-17. | One, two and six-night sessions. | Beginners to advanced. Horse camp in a Christian environment. | 706-677-0072.
Camp Harmony Dude Ranch for Kids. | Cumming. | Ages 5-15. | One-week sessions. | Experience riding from trails to jumping to racing, and even driving a cart! Overnight horse adventure camp. Day camp also offered. | 678-755-8726.
Camp Highland. | Ellijay. | Co-ed, ages 10-17. | One- and two-week sessions. | Christ-centered wilderness adventure program. Rafting, rock climbing, mountain biking, water skiing, ropes course and more. | 678-393-0300.
Camp Hope. | Dahlonega. | Co-ed, ages 8-19. | One-week sessions. | Christian camp in the Appalachian Mountains with Bible teaching, canoeing, volleyball, hiking, archery, fishing and more. | 770-536-4787.
Camp Juliette Low. | Cloudland. | Girls, ages 7-17. | One- and two-week sessions. | Traditional camping and outdoor living atop Lookout Mountain. ACA accredited. | 770-428-1062.
Camp Kaleo. | Forsyth. | Boys, ages 6-18. | Three-day and one-week sessions. | A Christian camp in a wilderness setting. | 770-936-5255.
Camp Pine Valley. | Griffin. | Open to all girls, ages 5-17. | Half-week, one-week and weekend sessions. | Traditional camping and outdoor summer program. Girl Scouts of Pine Valley. | 770-227-2524.
Camp Toccoa. | Toccoa. | Co-ed, ages 7-17. | One- and multi-week sessions. | Noncompetitive traditional camp with horseback riding, hiking, ropes, canoeing, drama, archery, crafts and specialty camps. ACA accredited. | 706-886-2457.
Camp Westminster. | Conyers. | Co-ed, ages 6-17. | Weekly overnight and day camp sessions. | Horseback riding, sports, crafts, outdoor skills, climbing tower, paintball and more with a Christian perspective. | 770-483-2225.
Camp Woodmont. | Lookout Mountain. | Co-ed, ages 6-14. | One- and two-week sessions. | Small, non-denominational, family atmosphere. Traditional activities. Horseback riding, challenge course, sports, dance, crafts, archery and more. ACA accredited. | 423-472-6070.
Cohutta Springs Youth Camp. | Crandall. | Co-ed, ages 7-18. | One-week sessions and family camp. | Archery, basketball, biking, canoeing, creative arts, drama, golf, gymnastics, horsemanship, nature, rock climbing, sports, videography, water sports. | 706-602-7346.
Cousin Trips. | June 19-25, Smoky Mountain Adventures, Gatlinburg, TN. July 15-22, Beach Adventures, Myrtle Beach, SC. | Co-ed, ages 12-16. | One-week session. | A unique summer experience for young travelers with Interactive, educational and life enhancing fun. | 678-549-4775.
Creation Encounters Camp. | Cleveland. | Co-ed, ages 12-15. | One-week session. | Christ-centered learning experience through hands on animal interaction. Learn about animal diet, vet care, and enrichment for animals at the zoo. | 706-348-7279.
Darlington Summer Camps. | Rome. | Co-ed and single gender, ages 2-18. | Sessions vary by camp. | Summer Scholars Program. Specialty Sports Camps include soccer, tennis, lacrosse, fencing and more. | 800-368 4437.
Dixie Camps for Boys and Girls. | Clayton. | For boys and girls ages 6-16. | One-, two-, three-, four- and seven-week sessions. | Traditional camp with sports, water activities, arts and more. | 706-782-3717.
Emagination Computer Camp. | Atlanta. | Co-ed, ages 8-17. | Two-week sessions. | Video Game Design, Web Design, 3-D Animation. Build robots and RC Cars. Explore programming. Sports and recreation. | 877-248-0206.
Encore Music Camps. | Atlanta and Milledgeville. | Co-ed, ages 10-15. | Orchestra Camp, Emory University, July 10-14. Band Camp, Georgia College, Milledgeville, July 10-14. | A musical experience with rehearsals and master classes, with a blend of recreational activities. Camp closes with concert performances. | Band: 770-914-8866; Orchestra: 404-988-1245.
ID Tech Camps. | Emory University. | Co-ed, ages 7-17. | One-week sessions. | Create movies, video games, websites, robots, apps and more. | 888-709-8324.
Joe Machnik | Rome. | Co-ed, ages 8-18. | Four- to twelve-day sessions. | Located at the Darlington School. | 706-378-3706.
Linda | Conyers. | Co-ed, ages 6 and up. | Overnight and one-week sessions. | Horseback riding, swimming and Friday Horse Show. Day camp also offered. | 770-922-0184.
National Computer Camps. | Atlanta. | Co-ed, ages 8-18. | One- and two-week sessions. | Video game design, APP programming and web design. Optional sports program. | 203-710-5771.
Riverside Military Academy. | Gainesville. | Boys, ages 12-15. | One-week sessions. | High Adventure Camp. Test physical endurance, explore area rivers, hike in Blue Ridge Mountains, learn rafting, rapelling, marksmanship and leadership skills. | 800-462-2338.
Sports Broadcasting Camp. | Atlanta. | Co-ed, ages 10-18. | July 18-22. | Overnight or day. Learn from the pros. Make reporting, play-by-play and sports anchor tapes. Meet celebrities and more. | 800-319-0884.
Strong Rock Camp. | Cleveland. | Co-ed, grades 1-10. | One- and two-week sessions. | Horseback riding, canoeing, archery, riflery, climbing, art, drama and more. Christian family values. | 706-348-1533.
Sunburst Stables. | Clarksville. | All girls and all boys, ages 8-15. | One-week sessions. | Horseback riding, swimming, boating, ropes course, zip line and more. | 800-806-1953.
University of Georgia Pre-College Programs. | Athens. | Co-ed, ages 11-17. | Multiple sessions. | Academically focused teens will take college-level courses, enjoy extracurricular activities, and live in UGA residence halls. | 706-542-3537.
University of Georgia Sports Camps. | Athens. | Co-ed, ages 8-18.
Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp. | Cloudland. | Girls, ages 8-17. | One to nine weeks. | 600 acres, English and Western, vaulting, barrels and trails. CHA instructors. | 706-862-2231.
Wild Summer Days at Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center. | Mansfield. | Co-ed, ages 11-17. | One-week sessions. | Includes live animal programs, field studies, outdoor skills, hikes and more. ACA accredited. Also offers day camp. | 770-784-3059.
WinShape Camps. | Rome. | Co-ed, entering grades 2-12. | One- and two-week sessions. | A Christian recreation program. Separate programs for girls and boys. | 800-448-6955, ext 1120.

MISSISSIPPI

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Camp Stanislaus. | Bay St. Louis. | All Boys, ages 8-15. | One-, two-, three- and four-week sessions. | Traditional camp that provides a non-competitive environment. Activities include: basketball, soccer, football and more. | 228-467-9057.
Camp Tik-A-Witha. | Van Vleet. | Girls, ages 6-17. | One-week sessions. | Traditional camp with aquatic activities, ropes, riding and more. Girl Scouts of the USA. ACA accredited. | 800-727-8104.
Camp Windhover. | Crystal Springs. | Co-ed, ages 7-14. | One-, two- and three-week sessions. | Traditional camp with fine and performing arts opportunities. ACA accredited. | 601-892-3282.

NORTH CAROLINA

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Blue Star Camps. | Hendersonville. | Co-ed, ages 6-16. | Four-, six- and eight-week sessions. | ACA accredited. Jewish values. | 954-963-4494.
Camp Arrowhead. | Tuxedo. | Boys, ages 6-16. | One-, two-, three-, four- and seven-week sessions. | Christian high-adventure summer camp. Backpacking, rock climbing, mountain biking, kayaking, waterskiing, paintball and more. CCCA Accredited. | 828-692-1123.
Camp Broadstone. | Boone. | Co-ed, ages 8-14. | One- and two-week sessions. | Appalachian State University | 828-963-4640.
Camp Cedar Cliff. | Asheville. | Co-ed, rising grade 2-graduated 12th graders. | Four-day and one-week sessions. | Christ-centered camp with traditional summer camp activities. | 828-450-3331.
Camp Cheerio-YMCA. | Glade Valley. | Separate co-ed and all girls camp offered, ages 7-15. | One- and two-week sessions. | Two programs: traditional overnight camp and adventure tripping program. | 800-226-7496.
Camp Greenville-YMCA. | Cedar Mountain. Mountaintop camp located in the western Carolinas. | Co-ed, ages 7-17. | One- and two-week sessions. | Traditional, adventure, wilderness and leadership programs for young people, since 1912. ACA accredited. | 864-836-3291.
Camp Greystone. | Tuxedo. | Girls, grades K-11th. | One- to five-week sessions. | More than 80 activities, Christ-centered. | 828-693-3182.
Camp Hanes. | Sauratown Mountain. | Co-ed, ages 6-15. | One-week and three-week sessions. | Canoeing, hiking, rappelling, arts and crafts, sports and more. | 336-983-3131.
Camp Harrison. | Boomer. | Co-ed, ages 6-16. | One- and two-week sessions. | Archery, fishing, drama, pottery, lacrosse, horseback riding, sailing, swimming, canoeing, Dude ranch and more. | 800-514-1417.
Camp High Rocks. | Cedar Mountain. | Boys, ages 7-16. | One -, two-, three- and four-week sessions. | Traditional camp focusing on adventure in a non-competitive atmosphere. | 828-885-2153.
Camp Highlander. | Mills River. | Co-ed, ages 5-16. | Two-, three-, six- and eight-week sessions. | Traditional in-camp activities and challenging off-camp excursions. Features Wilderness Program. ACA accredited. | 828-891-7721.
Camp Hollymont for Girls. | Asheville. | Ages 6-15. | One-, two- and four-week sessions. | Recreational adventure and program activities. Christian. ACA accredited. | 828-686-5343.
Camp Kanata-YMCA. | Wake Forest. | Co-ed, ages 6-15. | One-week sessions. | Traditional YMCA camp setting. ACA accredited. | 919-556-2661.
Camp Kanuga. | Hendersonville. | Co-ed, ages 7-15. | 9-day and two-week sessions. | Trailblazer adventure camp for ages 15-16. Christian setting. ACA accredited. | 828-692-9136.
Camp Lurecrest. | Lake Lure. | Co-ed, rising grades 3rd-12th. | One-week sessions. | Canoeing, skiing, backpacking, drama, volleyball and more. CCI Accredited. | 704-841-2701.
Camp Merri-Mac for Girls. | Black Mountain. | Ages 6-16. | One-, two-, three-, four- or five-week sessions. | Sister camp to Camp Timberlake. Riding, diving, gymnastics, climbing, cheerleading, tennis, dance and more. | 828-669-8766.
Camp Mondamin for Boys/Green Cove for Girls. | Tuxedo. | Boys and girls, ages 6-17. | One-, two-, three- and five-week sessions. | Rock-climbing, whitewater canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, horseback, swimming, sailing, tennis, wilderness trips and more. | 800-688-5789.
Camp Pinewood. | Hendersonville. | Co-ed, ages 7-15. | Four- and eight-week sessions. | Offers more than 35 different sports and activities. Extensive waterfront program. Two and a half hours from Atlanta. | 828-692-6239.
Camp Ridgecrest for Boys and Camp Crestridge for Girls. | Ridgecrest. | Ages 7-16. | One, two-, four-, six- and eight-week sessions. | Traditional camp activities, archery, riflery, horseback riding, sports and more. | 800-968-1630.
Camp Rockmont for Boys. | Black Mountain. | Boys, ages 7-16. | One-, two-, three- and four-week sessions. | Variety of recreational adventures and program activities. Christian boys camp. ACA accredited. | 828-686-3885.
Camp Sea Gull for Boys/Seafarer for Girls-YMCA. | Arapahoe. | Ages 6-16. | One-, two- and four-week sessions. | Seamanship programs for all skill levels. ACA and US Sailing Accredited. | Sea Gull: 252-249-1111; Seafarer: 252-249-1212.
Camp Timberlake for Boys. | Black Mountain. | Ages 7-16. | One-, two-, three-, four- or five-week sessions. | Brother camp to Camp Merri-Mac. Backpacking, riflery, swimming, canoeing, wrestling, riding, fencing, ropes course and more. | 828-669-8766.
Camp Wayfarer. | Flat Rock. | Co-ed, ages 6-16. | One and a half-, three- and five-week sessions. | Waterskiing, culinary arts, kayaking, horseback riding, drama, sports, rock climbing, swimming pool. ACA accredited. | 828-696-9000.
Camp Willow Run. | Littleton. | Co-ed, rising 3rd-12th graders. | One-week sessions. | Christian camp with water activities, ropes course and climbing wall. | 252-586-4665.
Deep Woods Camp. | Brevard. | Boys, ages 10-14. | Four-, five-, nine- and 10-week sessions. | Outdoor wilderness adventure program. | 828-885-2268.
Duke Summer Camps. | Durham. | One- and two-week sessions. | Drama workshop. Co-ed, grades 9-11; Action Science Camp for Young Women. Girls, grades 5- 7; Young Writers | 919-684-6259.
Eagle | Pisgah Forest. | Co-ed, 6-18. | One-, two- and three-week sessions. | Activities include: art, music, drama, whitewater paddling, rock climbing, wilderness activities, horseback riding, athletics and swimming. | 828-877-4349.
Falling Creek Camp. | Tuxedo. | Boys, ages 6-16. | One- to four-week sessions. | Canoeing, rock climbing, tennis, horseback riding and more. | 828-692-0262.
Gwynn Valley Camp. | Brevard. | Co-ed, grades K-8. | One-, two- and three-week sessions. | A traditional, farm and wilderness camp with horseback riding, rock climbing and more. ACA accredited. | 828-885-2900.
Rockbrook Camp for Girls. | Brevard. | Girls, ages 6-16. | Two, three and four-week sessions. | Traditional camp offering horseback riding, adventure, crafts and more. Est 1921. ACA accredited. | 828-884-6151.
Skyland Camp for Girls. | Clyde. | Ages 6-15. | Two-and-a-half-week sessions. | Family atmosphere. Focus on riding, tennis and excursion trips. Rafting, archery, sports and drama. | 828-627-2470.
The Green River Preserve. | Cedar Mountain. | Co-ed, grades 2-12. | One-, two- and three-week sessions. | Daily field trips, rock climbing, canoeing, fly fishing, fencing. ACA accredited. | 828-698-8828.
The Vineyard. | Westfield. | Co-ed, ages 6-16. | One-week sessions. | Christian sports camp with 30 activities including body building, lacrosse and rocketry. | 877-226-7532.
Weaver-YMCA. | Greensboro. | Co-ed, rising grades 2-10. | One-week sessions. | Horseback riding, skateboard park, canoeing, iceberg, the blob, hiking, crafts and more. | 336-697-0525.
Wellspring Adventure Camp. | Asheville. | Co-ed, ages 11-18. | Four- and eight-week sessions. | Specializes in fitness and weight loss. Day hikes, swimming, canoeing and kayaking, soccer, dance, arts and crafts, indoor games and more. | 866-364-0808.

SOUTH CAROLINA

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Camden Military Adventure Camp. | Camden. | Boys, 6-12 grade. | One- and two-week sessions. | White water rafting, water skiing, scuba diving, horseback riding and aviation. | 800-948-6291.
Camp Chatuga. | Mountain Rest. | Co-ed, ages 6-16. | One-, two-, three- and four-week sessions. | Traditional recreational camp. ACA accredited. | 864-638-3728.
Camp Thunderbird-YMCA. | Lake Wylie. | Co-ed, ages 7-16. | One- and two-week sessions. | Activities include: skiing, sailing, swimming, horseback riding, sports, crafts and more. ACA accredited. | 800-732-3855.
Chuck Kriese | Clemson. | Co-ed, ages 8-17. | One-week sessions. | For beginner, intermediate, advanced and tournament players. | 615-983-2229.
Clemson University | Five South Carolina Locations. | Co-ed, ages 7-15. | One- and two-week sessions. | Six camps including traditional, marine science, wildlife, adventure and technology. | 864-878-1103.
International Junior Golf Academy. | Hilton Head Island. | Co-ed, ages 11-19. | One- to four-week sessions. | Daily instruction with PGA professionals, which includes full swing, chipping, putting, sand play and video analysis. | 800-791-8229.

SPECIAL NEEDS

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BlazeSports Georgia Blaze Camps. | Several locations. | Ages 8-18. | One-week sessions. | Sports summer camps for youth with physical disabilities. | 770-850-8199.
Camp ASCCA - Easter Seals. | Jackson Gap, Ala. | Co-ed, ages 6 and up. | One-week sessions for people with disabilities. | Aquatic activities, arts and crafts, canoeing, ropes course, horseback riding and more. | 256-825-9226.
Camp Barney Medintz. | Cleveland, Ga. | An overnight camp celebrating Jewish culture that features the Chalutzim (Pioneers) Program for children with developmental disabilities. | 678-812-3844.
Camp Lee Mar. | Lackawaxen, Pa. | Co-ed camp for ages 5 to 21. | Mild to moderate developmental challenges, features traditional camp activities, plus academics, vocational preparation, speech and language therapy. | 215-658-1708.
Camp Sparrowood. | Dahlonega, Ga. | Co-ed, ages 8 and up. | One-week sessions for the high functioning, special needs individual. | Nature activities, cookouts, crafts, games, overnight campout, swimming. | 706-864-6181.
Camp Sunshine | Camp Twin Lakes, Rutlege, GA | Ages 7-18 | One-week sessions. June 17-22 & 24-29. | Camp for children who have or have had cancer. | 404-325-7979
Florida Diabetes Camp. | Gainesville, Fla. | Co-ed, ages 6-18. | One-week sessions. June-August. | Traditional camp with swimming, sports, arts and crafts and diabetes education. Medical care provided. | 352-334-1323.
Georgia Lions Camp for the Blind. | Waycross, Ga. | Co-ed, ages 4 and up. | One- and two-week sessions. June-July. | Campers must have a visual loss of 20/70 or greater. Indoor/outdoor activities, field trips and swimming. | 888-297-1775.
Soar | North Carolina, Florida Keys, Wyoming, California and Costa Rica. | Co-ed, ages 8-18. | Two, three and four-week sessions. | High-adventure camps for LD and ADHD youth. | 828-456-3435.
Talisman Programs. | Zirconia, N.C. | Ages 8-22. | Two- and three-week sessions. | Adventure camp for youth with ADHD, LD, high-functioning autism or Aspergers. Builds social competence in a wilderness setting. | 888-458-8226.

TENNESSEE

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Camp Ocoee-YMCA. | Lake Ocoee. | Co-ed, ages 7-17. | One- and two-week sessions. | Adventure and explorer camps for older campers, age 13 and up. Staff to camper ratio of 1:4. | 423-338-5588.
Camp Widjiwagan. | Nashville. | Co-ed, 3rd-9th graders. | One- and two-week sessions. | Traditional camp with land and water activities such as: water skiing, waterslides, horseback riding, street hockey, theater, beach volleyball and more. | 615-360-2267.
McCallie Sports Camp. | Chattanooga. | Boys, ages 9-15. | Two-week sessions. | Twenty-five sports and activities including lacrosse, water polo, soccer, track, swimming and more. | 800-672-2267.

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