Summer Overnight Camp Guide 2010
on the lookout for the perfect day camp?

The search for the perfect summer camp adventure for your child starts here. Our sampling of overnight camps features programs across the South and beyond. There’s a camp for all interests, including everything from the traditional camp experience to academic and outdoor adventure programs. Information valid from February 2010 - February 2011.

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ALABAMA

Camp Chandler. Montgomery. Co-ed, ages 5-15. Three- and four-day sessions. One- and two week sessions. Water skiing, horseback riding, swimming, archery, sports and more. 334-229-0033. www.campchandler.org.

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. www.campcosby.org.

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. www.camplaney.com.

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. www.lookoutmountaincamp.com.

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. www.lwma.org.

Camp Riverview 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. www.riverviewcamp.com.

Camp Skyline. Mentone. Girls, ages 6-16. Located on top of Lookout Mountain. Two-week and one-week sessions. Campers select six from more than 20 different activities. Founded 1947. 800-448-9279. www.campskyline.com.

U.S. Space Camp/Aviation Challenge/X-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. www.spacecamp.com.

Camp Winnataska. Birmingham. Co-ed, ages 6-15. One-week sessions. Horseback riding, canoeing, swimming, crafts, night activities, ropes courses. 205-640-6741. www.winnataska.org.

FLORIDA

Aqua Camp & Diving Academy. Co-ed, ages 10 and up. One- to three-week sessions in various locations, including Panama City and Nassau. SCUBA training, snorkeling, marine biology, dolphin encounters and more. 770-233-9697. www.divecamp.com.

Circle “F” Dude Ranch Camp. Lake Wales. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Two- and three-week sessions. Horseback riding, sailing, paintball, waterfront double zip line with rock climbing wall and more. 863-676-4113. www.circle-f-duderanch.com.

Camp Dovewood. O’Brien. 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. www.campdovewood.org.

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. www.pinejog.fau.edu.

Florida Air Academy. Melbourne. Co-ed, grades 6-12. Six-week session. Summer program combines academics, competitive sports and field trips. 321-723-3211. www.flair.com.

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. www.imgacademies.com.

Camp Indian Springs-YMCA. Crawfordville. Co-ed, ages 7-15. One-week sessions. Traditional camp with ATV, canoeing, horseback riding, archery, swimming, extreme skateboarding, paintball, digital photo and more. 850-926-3361. www.campindiansprings.org.

Camp Kulaqua. High Springs. Co-ed, ages 8-16. One-week sessions. Bible adventure, archery, canoeing, gymnastics, horsemanship, go-carts and zoo management. 386-454-1351. www.campkulaqua.com.

Seacamp. Big Pine Key. Co-ed, ages 12-17. 18-day sessions. Marine science, scuba, sailing, wind surfing and more. 877-732-2267. www.seacamp.org.

SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Adventure Camps. Orlando and Tampa Bay. Co-ed, grades 5-12. Amazing up-close animal encounters from belugas to giraffes, plus everything the parks have to offer. 1-866-468-6226. www.swbg-adventurecamps.com.

Camp Winona-YMCA. Deleon Springs. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Four-day, one- and two-week sessions. Archery, canoeing, ropes course, sailing, paintball and more. 386-985-4544. www.campwinona.org.

GEORGIA

Adamah Adventures. Carrollton. Co-ed, grades 7-11. 18-day sessions. Outdoor adventure treks for Jewish teens. Hiking, rock climbing, caving, rafting and more in the Blue Ridge Mountains or Utah. 404-297-4914. www.adamahadventures.org.

Athens “Y” Camp for Boys/Camp Chattooga for Girls. 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. www.athensycamps.org.

Athens YWCO Camp. Clarkesville. Girls, ages 7-15. 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. www.athensywcocamp.com.

Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education. Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 8 and up. Two-, three- and four-week sessions. Intensive resident courses available to intermediate and advance students in ballet, jazz, modern and flamenco. Audition required. 404-873-5811, ext. 212 or www.atlantaballet.com.

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. www.atlantaga.gov.

Atlanta Workshop Players “Destiny” Performing Arts Camps. Oglethorpe University. C0-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. www.atlantaworkshopplayers.com.

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.www.blueridgecamp.com.

Bryan Adrian Basketball Camp. Gainesville, Brenau University. Co-ed, ages 9-18. One-week sessions. July 26-30. 704-377-6387. www.tenstarcamp.com.

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. www.calvincenter.org.

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. www.campbarney.org.

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. www.cherokeeretreatcenter.com.

Camp Harmony Dude Ranch for Kids, day and overnight horse adventure camp, Cumming, GA. Experience riding from trails to jumping to racing, and even driving a cart! Overnight - $799/wk. Day - $400/wk. www.floweredrockfarm.com. 678-755-8726.

Cohutta Springs Youth Camp. Crandall. Co-ed, ages 7-17. 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. www.cs-yc.com.

Cousin Trips. Co-ed, ages 10-16. One-week session. June 12-17, Beach Adventures, Panama City, FL. July 10-15, Smokey Mountain Adventures, Sevierville, TN. www.CousinTrips.com.

Creation Encounters Camp. Cleveland. Co-ed, ages 11-16. 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. www.creationencounters.homestead.com.

Darlington Summer Camps. Rome. Co-ed and single gender, grades 5-12. Sessions vary by camp. Summer Scholars Program. Specialty Sports Camps include soccer, tennis, lacrosse, fast pitch softball. 800-368 4437. www.darlingtonschool.org.

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. www.campdixie.org.

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. www.computercamps.com.

Encore Music Camps. Co-ed, ages 10-15. Band Camp, Georgia College, Milledgeville, July11-15. Orchestra Camp, Emory University, July 11-15. 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. www.encoremusiccamps.com.

Camp Glisson. Dahlonega, GA. Co-ed, ages 8-18. One- and two-week sessions. Nature activities, cookouts, crafts, games, overnight campout, swimming, hiking and fishing. 706-864-6181. www.campglisson.org.

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. www.groveriverranch.com.

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. www.camphighland.com.

Camp Hope. Dahlonega. Co-ed, ages 7-19. One-week sessions. Christian camp in the Appalachian Mountains with Bible teaching, canoeing, volleyball, hiking, archery, fishing and more. 770-536-4787. www.camphopega.org.

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. www.internaldrive.com.

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. www.cjl.org.

Camp Kaleo. Forsyth. Boys, ages 6-18. Three-day and one-week sessions. A Christian camp in a wilderness setting. 770-936-5255. www.campkaleo.org.

Linda’s Riding School. Conyers. Co-ed, ages 6 and up. Overnight and one-week sessions. Horseback riding, swimming and Friday Horse Show. 770-922-0184. www.lindasridingschool.com.

Joe Machnik’s No. 1 Goalkeeper Camp & Striker Camp. Rome. Co-ed, ages 8-18. Four-day to three-week sessions. Located at the Darlington School. 706-378-3706. www.no1soccercamps.com.

National Computer Camps. Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 8-18. One-week sessions. Video game design, programming and web design. Optional sports program. 203-710-5771. www.nccamp.com.

Camp Pine Valley. Griffin. Girl Scouts of Pine Valley. Open to all girls, ages 5-17. Half-week, one-week and weekend sessions. Traditional camping and outdoor summer program. 770-227-2524. www.girlscoutsofgreateratlanta.org.

Riverside Military Academy. Gainesville. Boys, grades 7-15. Five-week academic session and more. Individualized instruction, study skills, field trips. High adventure camp. One-week sessions. 800-462-2338. www.riversidemilitary.com.

Sports Broadcasting Camp. Atlanta. Co-ed, ages 10-18. July 19-23. Overnight or day. Learn from the pros. Make reporting, play-by-play and sports anchor tapes. Meet celebrities and more. 800-319-0884. www.playbyplaycamps.com.

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. www.strongrockcamp.com

Sunburst Stables. Clarksville. Girls, ages 8-15. One-week sessions. Horseback riding, swimming, boating, ropes course, zip line and more. 800-806-1953. www.sunburststables.com.

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. www.camptoccoa.org.

Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp. Cloudland. Girls, ages 8-17. One to nine weeks. 600 acres, English and Western, Vaulting and Trails. CHA instructors. 706-862-2231. www.valleyviewranch.com.

Camp Westminster. Conyers. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Weekly overnight and day camp sessions. Horseback riding, sports, crafts, outdoor skills, climbing tower, paintball and more with a Christian perspective. 770-483-2225. www.campwestminster.org.

Camp Winfield. Lake Burton. Co-ed, completed grades 1-6. One-week sessions. Hiking, swimming, canoeing, fishing, tubing, archery, riflery, arts and crafts, nature study. 706-376-1412. www.campwinfield.org.

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. www.campwoodmont.com.

University of Georgia Sports Camps. Athens. Co-ed, ages 8-16. www.georgiadogs.com.

University of Georgia Pre-College Programs. Athens. Co-ed, ages 12-18. Multiple sessions. Academically focused teens will take college-level courses, enjoy extracurricular activities, and live in UGA residence halls. 706-542-3537. www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/youth.

Wild Summer Days at Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center. Mansfield. Co-ed, ages 11-14. One-week sessions. Includes live animal programs, field studies, outdoor skills, hikes and more. ACA accredited. Also have day camp. 770-784-3059. www.georgiawildlife.com/node/693

WinShape Camps. Rome. Co-ed, entering grades 2-12. One- and two-week sessions. A Christian recreation program. Separate programs for girls and boys. 800-338-6955, ext. 1120. www.winshapecamps.org.

MISSISSIPPI

Camp Stanislaus. Bay St. Louis. All Boys, ages 8-15. One-, two-, and three-week sessions. Traditional camp that provides a non-competitive environment. Activities include: basketball, soccer, football and more. 228-467-9057.  http://www.campstanislaus.com

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. http://www.girlscoutshs.org

Camp Windhover. Crystal Springs. Co-ed, ages 7-14. One- and two-week sessions. Traditional camp with fine and performing arts opportunities. ACA accredited. 601-892-3282. www.campwindhover.com

NORTH CAROLINA

Blue Star Camps. Hendersonville. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Four-, six- and eight-week sessions. ACA accredited. Jewish values. 954-963-4494. www.bluestarcamps.com.

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, paintball, woodworking. ACA accredited. 828-692-1123. www.camparrowhead.org.

Camp Broadstone. Boone. Co-ed, ages 8-14. One- and two-week sessions. Appalachian State University’s Summer Enrichment Program for Academically Gifted. Combines enrichment programs and adventure activities in traditional camp environment. 828-963-4640 www.campbroadstone.com.

Camp Cedar Cliff. Asheville. Co-ed, rising grade 4-graduated 12th graders. One and two-week sessions. Christ-centered camp with traditional summer camp activities. 828-450-3331. www.campcedarcliff.org.

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. www.campcheerio.com.

Deep Woods Camp. Brevard. Boys, ages 10-14. Four-, five-, nine- and 10-week sessions. Outdoor wilderness adventure program. 828-885-2268. www.deepwoodscamp.com.

Duke Summer Camps. Durham. Two-week sessions. Drama workshop. Co-ed, grades 9-11; Action Science Camp for Young Women. Girls, grades 5- 7; Young Writers’ Camp. Co-ed, grades 6-11. 919-684-6259 www.learnmore.duke.edu/youth.

Eagle’s Nest Camp. Pisgah Forest. Co-ed, 6-17. 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. www.enf.org.

Falling Creek Camp. Tuxedo. Boys, ages 6-16. One- to four-week sessions. Canoeing, rock climbing, tennis, horseback riding and more. 828-692-0262. www.fallingcreek.com.

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. www.greenriverpreserve.org.

Camp Greenville-YMCA. Cedar Mountain. Co-ed, ages 7-17. Mountaintop camp located in the western Carolina’s. Traditional, adventure, wilderness and leadership programs for young people, since 1912. ACA accredited. 864-836-3291. www.campgreenville.org.

Camp Greystone. Tuxedo. Girls, grades K-11th. One- to five-week sessions. More than 80 activities, Christ-centered. 828-693-3182. www.campgreystone.com.

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. www.gwynnvalley.com.

Camp Hanes. Sauratown Mountain. Co-ed, ages 7-16. One-week and three-week sessions. Canoeing, hiking, rappelling, arts and crafts, sports and more. 336-983-3131. www.camphanes.org.

Camp Harrison. Boomer. Co-ed, ages 7-16. One- and two-week sessions. Archery, fishing, drama, pottery, lacrosse, horseback riding, sailing, swimming, canoeing and more. 800-514-1417. www.campharrison.org.

Camp High Rocks. Cedar Mountain. Boys, ages 8-16. Two-, three- and four-week sessions. Traditional camp focusing on adventure in a non-competitive atmosphere. 828-885-2153. www.highrocks.com.

Camp Highlander. Mills River. Co-ed, ages 5-16. Two-, three-, six- and nine-week sessions. Traditional on-camp activities and challenging off-camp excursions. Features Wilderness Program. ACA accredited. 828-891-7721. www.camphighlander.com.

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. www.hollymont.com.

Camp Kanata-YMCA. Wake Forest. Co-ed, ages 6-15. One-week sessions. Traditional YMCA camp setting. ACA Accredited. 919-556-2661. www.campkanata.org.

Camp Kanuga. Hendersonville. Co-ed, ages 7-15. 10-day and two-week sessions. Trailblazer adventure camp for ages 15-16. Christian setting. ACA accredited. 828-692-9136. www.kanuga.org.

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. www.camplurecrest.org.

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. www.merri-mac.com.

Camp Mondamin for Boys/Green Cove for Girls. Tuxedo. Boys and girls, ages 6-17. One-, three- and five-week sessions. Rock-climbing, whitewater canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, horseback, swimming, sailing, tennis, wilderness trips and more. 800-688-5789. www.mondamin.com; www.greencove.com.

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. www.ridgecrestcamps.com.

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. www.rockbrookcamp.com.

Camp Rockmont for Boys. Black Mountain. Christian boys camp, ages 7-16. One-, two-, three- and four-week sessions. Variety of recreational adventures and program activities. ACA accredited. 828-686-3885. www.rockmont.com.

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. www.seagull-seafarer.org.

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. www.skylandcamp.com.

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. www.camptimberlake.com.

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. www.vineyardcamp.com.

Camp Wayfarer. Flat Rock. Co-ed, ages 6-16. One-, two-, three- and five-week sessions. Waterskiing, kayaking, horseback riding, drama, sports, rock climbing, swimming pool. ACA Accredited. 828-696-9000. www.campwayfarer.com.

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. www.wellspringadventurecamp.com.

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. www.campweaver.org.

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. www.campwillowrun.org

SOUTH CAROLINA

Camden Military Adventure Camp. Camden. Boys, 7-12 grade. Two-week sessions. White water rafting, water skiing, scuba diving, horseback riding and aviation. 800-948-6291. www.camdenmilitary.com.

Camp Chatuga. Mountain Rest. Co-ed, ages 6-16. One-, two-, three- and four-week sessions. Traditional recreational camp. ACA accredited. 864-638-3728. www.campchatuga.com.

Chuck Kriese’s Clemson Tiger Total Tennis Training Camp. Clemson. Co-ed, ages 9-17. One-week sessions. For beginner, intermediate, advanced and tournament players. 888-983-2267. www.totaltennistraining.com.

Clemson University’s Summer Science Program. Clemson. Co-ed, rising 7th-12th graders. One- and two-week sessions. Offering more than 20 different classes including: architecture, communications, chemistry, landscape architecture, and more. 864-656-5849. www.clemson.edu/summerscience.

Clemson University’s Youth Learning Institute. 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. www.ylicamps.com.

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. www.IJGA.com

Paul Scarpa’s Tennis Camp. Furman University. Co-ed, ages 9-16. Seven one-week sessions starting June 7-July 21. Camp Director Paul Scarpa is assisted by 16 pros, with a 5:1 student ratio. Instruction six hours/day with exciting evening activities. 864-294-2039. www.furman.edu/tenniscamps.

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. www.campthunderbird.org.

Van Der Meer Tennis Camp. Hilton Head Island. Co-ed, ages 12-18. Single or multiple weeks. Professional coaching, play-action drills and competitive match play for all levels. Camps also in Virginia and Pennsylvania. 800-845-6138. www.vdmtennis.com

TENNESSEE

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. www.campocoee.com.

Experience Baylor. Chattanooga. Summer Prep. Co-ed, rising 7th-9th graders. Three-week session. Offers academic enrichment. Leadership Experience, June 21-26, rising 10th-12th graders. Offers hands on experience and community outreach. 423-757-2616. www.baylorschool.org.

Bachman Academy SummerQuest. Co-ed, grades 6-12. One-week sessions. A fun camp experience for students with learning disabilities who need to maintain academic skills. 423-479-4523. www.bachmanacademy.org.

McCallie Sports Camp. Chattanooga. McCallie School. Boys, ages 9-15. Two-week sessions. Twenty-five sports and activities including lacrosse, water polo, soccer, track, swimming
and more. 800-672-2267. www.mccallie.org.

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. www.campwidjii.org.

BEYOND THE SOUTH

Camp Atwater. North Brookfield, MA. 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. www.campatwater.org.

Camp Awosting for Boys/Camp Chinqueka for Girls. Litchfield, CT. 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. www.mysummerfamily.com.

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. www.campcarysbrook.com.

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. www.campcayuga.com.

Camp Curtain Call. Dugspur, VA. Co-ed ages 7-18. Mini- to eight-week sessions. A combination of theatre, dance, music, circus, magic, visual arts, sports and outdoor adventure activities. 865-573-7002. www.campcurtaincall.com.

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. www.campfriendship.com.

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. www.camphorizonsva.com.

Camp Jump Start. Carbondale, IL. Co-ed, ages 9-17. Traditional camp specializing in weight loss for kids. 636-287-5004. www.campjumpstart.com.

Camp O-AT-KA. Sebago, ME. 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. www.campoatka.com.

Camp Ozark. Mount Ida, AR. Co-ed, ages 7-17. One-, two-, and three-week sessions. Christian sports and adventure camps. 870-867-4131. www.campozark.com.

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. www.camppiomingo.org.

Camp Regis-Applejack. St. Regis Lake, NY. Co-ed, ages 6-16. Four- to 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.  www.campregis-applejack.com.

Camp Rim Rock. Yeloow Springs, WV. Girls ages 6-17. Multiple week sessions. Horseback Riding, Performing Arts, Fine Arts & Crafts, Sports, Aquatics. Specialty camps in Riding, Tennis, Arts. ACA accredited. Less than 2 hours from D.C. on 600 acres. www.camprimrock.com.

Camp Silver Beach-YMCA. Jamesville, VA. Co-ed, ages 8-16. One- and two-week sessions. Traditional camp with nature trails, challenge courses, rifle range, swimming, sailing. 757-442-4634. www.campsilverbeach.org.

Camp Tall Timbers. High View, WV. 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. www.camptalltimbers.com.

Cheley Colorado Camp. Estes Park. 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. www.cheley.com.

Cheshire Academy Summer Programs. Cheshire, CT. Co-ed, grades 7th-12th. Five-week session. Academic work with a variety of enrichment and athletic activities. Trips to Boston, New York and Washington D.C. Application process. 203-272-5396. www.cheshireacademy.org.

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. www.ConcordiaLanguageVillages.org.

Cub Creek Science Camp and Animal Camp. Rolla. 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. www.bearriverranch.com.

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts. Hancock, NY. Co-ed, ages 7-17. Three, six- and nine- and twelve-week sessions. Programs in dance, theater, music, circus, magic, visual arts, sports, and horseback riding. 800-634-1703. www.frenchwoods.com.

Kamp Kohut. Oxford, ME. Co-ed, ages 7-15. Two to four-week sessions. Waterfront, land sports, drama and more. 888-465-6488. www.kampkohut.com.

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. www.lakegreeley.com.

Landmark School Summer Programs. Prides Crossing, MA. Four- and six-week sessions. Co-ed, grades 1-12. Offers academic skill development and activities for students with language-based disabilities. 978-236-3000. www.landmarkschool.org.

New Meadow Farm Camp. Steeles Tavern, VA. Girls, ages 9-17. One-, three-, and four-week sessions. Horseback riding, horsemanship, swimming, arts and crafts, biking, sewing and more. 610-825-9838. www.newmeadowcamp.com.

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. www.nighteaglewilderness.com.

Camp North Star. Poland Spring, ME. Co-ed, ages 9-15. Three- and seven-week sessions. Visual/performing arts, sports, trips, flight instruction, horseback riding and more. 207-998-4777. www.campnorthstarmaine.com

Sanborn Western Camps. Florissant, CO. Separate camps for girls and boys, ages 7-16. Two- and four-week sessions. Adventurous, non-competitive programs in Western riding, mountaineering, rafting, fishing. 719-748-3341. www.sanbornwesterncamps.com.

Shane (Trim-Down) Camp. Ferndale, NY. 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. www.campshane.com.

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. www.wilderness-adventure.com

CAMP ADVISORS

American Camp Association. The American Camp Association (ACA) works to preserve, promote and enhance the camp experience for children and adults. 765-342-8456. www.campparents.org.

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. www.summercamp.org.

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.

SPECIAL NEEDS

BlazeSports Georgia Blaze Camps. Several locations. One-week sessions. Sports summer camps for youth, ages 8-18, with physical disabilities. 770-850-8199. www.blazesports.org.

Camp ASCCA - Easter Seals. Jackson Gap, AL. 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. www.campascca.org.

Camp Barney Medintz. Cleveland, GA. An overnight camp celebrating Jewish culture that features the Chalutzim (Pioneers) Program for children with developmental disabilities. 5342 Tilly Mill Rd., Dunwoody. 678-812-3844. www.campbarney.org.

Camp Lee Mar. Lackawaxen, PA. Co-ed camp for ages 5 to 21, with mild to moderate developmental challenges, features traditional camp activities, plus academics, vocational preparation, speech and language therapy. 215-658-1708. www.leemar.com.

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. www.campglisson.org.

Florida Diabetes Camp. Gainesville, FL. 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. www.floridadiabetescamp.org.

Georgia Lions Camp for the Blind. Waycross, GA. Co-ed, ages 6 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. www.glcb.org.

Soar’s Summer Adventures. North Carolina, Florida Keys, Wyoming, California, Colorado, Belize 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. www.soarnc.org.

Talisman Programs. Zirconia, NC. 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. www.talismancamps.com.