Youth Kamp 2011

The program is designed to mainstream all children including those with special needs. It is non-competitive with emphasis on group and team building. No activity is forced but all are encouraged. Fun is emphasized at all times.

Swimming, boating, fishing, sports, arts and crafts, hikes, games, campfires, skits, nature walks and an opportunity to meet and interact with many other kampers are all part of each week's activities.

Staff members come from several countries, as well as college students, Circle K and Key Club members from the United States. All staff members have been trained to deal with children of all ages. There are many staff on site who are trained in American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and Lifeguarding.

8 to 14 (younger and older considered with special approval)

Kamp Kiwanis serves youth and individuals with many forms of disabilities and health impairments. All Special Kampers are mainstreamed during regular camping sessions. Please contact the kamp to discuss if we can provide a safe and enjoyable experience for your special Kamper.

For an idea of what a week at Kamp Kiwanis can mean to your kampers with autism or other development disabilities, look at the stories coming from a similar camp, Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp in Oregon. They give simple and straightforward, social stories with Kamp information that reduces anxiety for new kampers.

The kamp fee for the 2011 season is $535 per child with transportation or $425 for drive-ins.

Reservations are requested by May 1. Applications received after that date will be filled on a first-come, first-paid basis. Application forms can be downloaded from the web site. All fees and application forms should be submitted four weeks before the kamping session.

Busing program: Click here or contact the kamp for more information on bus availability in your area, scheduling and pickup points.

What to bring to Kamp

1. Sleeping bag
2. Pillow
3. Blanket & Sheet
4. Raincoat or poncho
5. 2 Heavy sweaters
6. Light jacket
7. 2 Swimming suits
8. 2 Extra pairs of jeans or sweat pants
9. 2 Towels, 2 wash cloths and soap
10. Hair Brush, comb, and shampoo
11. Toothbrush and toothpaste
12. Sneakers/boots
13. 8 T-Shirts
14. 8 Shorts
15. 2 Pajamas
16. 2 Extra Shirts, 8 underwear and 8 pair of socks
17. Laundry Bag
18. Flashlight with spare batteries

Do not bring personal possessions such as cameras, Walkmans, MP3 players, curling irons/straighteners, candy, gum, Game Boys, CD players, stereos, beepers, PDAs, cell phones, money, radios or heely shoes.

Do not bring iPods, digital cameras or any device which must be charged.

• Bring lunch only for the bus ride to Kamp on Sunday. Meals and snacks are provided.
• Mark All luggage, clothing,and personal items with kamper's full name.
• Kamp Kiwanis is not responsible for lost, broken or stolen items.

NOTE: Because of limited telephone service, we are unable to permit kampers to call home or answer any telephone calls under any conditions. Calls are accepted by the Health Director, or Kamp Director about any kamper. All inquiries will be answered.