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Many of our North Carolina Special Needs Camps offer Summer Special Needs Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in April, 2025.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Special Needs Camp you're interested in a call to check on Summer dates, times and availability.
Many of our Special Needs Camps will be hosting Summer Reunions for their previous campers, and Summer Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for April, 2025.
Looking for a Great North Carolina Special Needs Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best North Carolina Day Special Needs Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best North Carolina Summer Special Needs Camps also offer Year Round Special Needs Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Special Needs Programs, too.
Searching for North Carolina Special Needs Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Special Needs Camps are now listing their 2025 Summer Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Summer Employment Opportunities" pages.
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Visit Our MOUNT SHEPHERD RETREAT CENTER Website
336-629-4085
mtsheph[AT]asheboro.com
1045 Mount Shepherd Road Extension
Asheboro, North Carolina 27205
CAMPER AGES: AGES 3 TO 14
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Camp for Differently Abled Adults. Wagon rides, aquatics, crafts, games, etc. Nurse on site. 2:1 ratio.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: In the center of North Carolina near Asheboro on 542 acres of timberland. We are located north of Charlotte and south of Greensboro. Please visit our website for additional information, directions, registration.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 108 beds, outdoor pool, dining/meeting hall, rustic amphitheater, climbing tower, 100' water slide, modern bathhouse at six cabins, firerings, firetower (see all of central NC), and much more!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Mount Shepherd Retreat Center is very pleased to offer another exciting summer of camps! Whether you are attending for the first time or are a returning camper you will enjoy the uniqueness of a Christian camp where you can play and learn in a safe and enjoyable community of friends under the care and guidance of trained Christian counselors.
At Mount Shepherd Retreat Center we try to integrate activities with lessons on living the Christian faith. As a camp accredited by the American Camping Association, parents have assurance that all we do meets the highest standards of camping.
Mount Shepherd is a charter member of the United Methodist Camp and Retreat Ministries.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: scholarships available on first come first served basis
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Mount Shepherd is open year-round for retreats, meetings and seminars. Programs for all ages are available.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please contact the camp for complete information.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Lifeguard, Counselor/mentor, Volunteers. Please contact the camp for more info.
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MOUNT SHEPHERD RETREAT CENTER
Please note that our list of 2025 North Carolina Special Needs Camps also includes information on North Carolina Special Needs Camp Scholarships, Financial Aid, and other 'Campership' or Financial Assistance. Look within each camp's description for the CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE heading.
Visit Our One Step Programs Website
312-924-4220
312-235-6838
dperkins[AT]onestepcamp.org
300 Conference Point Road
Williams Bay, Wisconsin 53191
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Park City, Utah
Springfield, Illinois
Chicago, Illinois
Washington DC
Walworth, Wisconsin
Charlotte, North Carolina
Mauston, Wisconsin
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
213 W. Institute Pl. Suite 511
Chicago, Illinois 60610
CAMPER AGES: 5 - 19
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. 3-day, up to two-week long programs
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: We are an organization that provides programs to help campers with the special medical needs that they may have as a result of treatment for cancer.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We are an organization that provides programs to help campers with the special medical needs that they may have as a result of treatment for cancer.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Our main program is located on the the beachfront of Lake Geneva, approximately 1 hour from Milwaukee, and 1 1/2 hours Northwest of Chicago, Ill.
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CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: While we only ask parents for 10% of the cost, for a camper to attend a program, we offer partial or full camperships for families who may not be able to afford the tuition for a program.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have a Brain Tumor Family Camp that is specifically designed for families with a child with a Brain Tumor diagnosis, and/or a Brain Tumor Survivor.
In addition, we have out "general" Family Camp for families with a child that has a cancer diagnosis, and/or are a survivor.
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One Step Programs
Some North Carolina Special Needs Camps offer BOTH Day and Overnight Camp options. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours.
Some North Carolina Special Needs Day Camps also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
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Visit Our Camp Wego Website
352-445-2044
352-249-6783
info[AT]campwego.com
Florida Locations
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Florida, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
CAMPER AGES: 14-65
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Travel Tours Camp
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Wego offers high-quality tours for teen and adults with special needs year around. Our travel programs are unforgettable adventures. We are not your ordinary travel Camp! On our exciting, supervised educational travel programs, individuals learn new skills, make lifelong friends and explore extraordinary cultures in United States and abroad.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Camp Wego is a Travel camp serving teens and adult with special needs ages 14-65. We are a small travel special needs camp that travel in the United States and abroad. We are able to provide low staffing ratios, 1 to 4. (1:1 if needed) We have highly credentialed and experienced staff so each individuals needs are met. We add new and innovative travel and activities each year.
Our travel is designed to enhance social, friendship, culture, and other vital life skills that promote independence. Camp Wego helps travelers make new friends while traveling in a safe, fun and educational environment.
We offer high-quality supervised tours for teens and adults with special needs year around. Our travel programs are specialized for individuals with Developmental Disabilities, Autism, Learning Disabilities, ADHD and Asperger's syndrome.
Individuals must be ambulatory and be able to take care of personal hygiene needs.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Swimming, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, and more. Travel, Travel Abroad, Cruises, Camping, Sightseeing, Theme Parks, Culture
CAMP LOCATION: Our year-round office is located in Florida. Our trips depart and operate from many of domestic and international locations. Our staff training is held every year in Florida.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Wego is fully committed to developing life and social skills for individuals with special needs ages 14 and up. We believe that our travel trips are a great way to experience independence, improve social skills, and increase self-esteem in a secure, safe and also an exciting environment. Our primary goals are to help travelers build self-esteem, develop better social skills and self-expression, make and maintain friendships, improve fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and sensory integration.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Wego travels year around.
OTHER CAMP INFO: No Financial aid offered.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Most trips cost $1000 and up
For complete info visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campwego.com
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Camp Wego
Visit Our Computer Kids Club Website
302-438-1318
computerkidsclub[AT]aol.com
National
P.O. Box 246
Bear, Delaware 19701
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
This school is a virtual school and offers classes nationwide. We have 1-hour classes, summer camp, holiday and school break camps. Lessons include typing, coding, math, science, arts and learning the Google programs. Classes are designed for K-5.
CAMPER AGES: Ages 5-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Online. Schedule on link provided
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our summer camps, holiday and school break camps are virtual and run for 2.5 hours. Then we have our 1-hour classes available all year long. Students enrich their computer science skills in our program. Typing, Coding, Arts, Math and Google program instruction are key. Just an idea of the fun: Students use computer arts to design a POKEMON, MINECRAFT, ROBLOX or other favorite theme while learning Google Slides or during our ART sessions. Typing is a very important skill to learn and students are taught the correct way to type over a series of classes.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Special Needs are welcome.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Since Covid all classes have been shifted to my online program. Use the link provided to access my schedule.
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CAMP FACILITIES: One in-person camp will be held at the Georgetown Public Library in July 2025, located in Sussex County, DE.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Beginner coding skills are taught helping children learn sequencing and terms that grown up coders use everyday to create video games and more. Math and Science activities engage your child in learning and our ARTS program helps students understand how computer artists work in the field.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: This program can also be delivered through our TUTORING service by appointment during the summer.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Online camps such as summer, holiday and school break camps run for 2.5 hours and cost $55 for the session.
1-hour classes run all year long and currently cost $20 per class.
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Computer Kids Club
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828-697-6313
64 Gap Creek Rd.
Zirconia, NC 28790
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Talisman Programs Video
CAMPER AGES: 6-22
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Talisman Programs provide exceptional summer camp opportunities for young people ages 6-22 with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD and other learning differences. Since 1980 our ACA-accredited programs have been offering unique alternatives to ordinary summer camps. We provide a structured, nurturing environment within an exciting adventure program in which our campers can have a successful summer while increasing social skills, a sense of personal responsibility and a more positive self-image.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: All of our programs are specifically designed for young people with ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, high-functioning autism, and similar learning differences. We combine a traditional camp environment with structured programming and a highly-trained staff to help campers increase responsibility, problem-solving, and social skills while having a great time.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Science, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Backpacking, Canoeing, Caving, Tree-climbing, Rock-climbing, Archery, Slingshots, Ziplining, Tubing & Inflatable Kayaking
CAMP LOCATION: Talisman is located in the small town of Zirconia, in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, just south of Asheville. We're surrounded by woodlands, close to the Pisgah National Forest, and easy to reach from Atlanta, Charlotte, and Greenville, SC.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our 60-acre campus includes 4 bunkhouses, a comfortable dining hall, outdoor pool, gym, campfire circle, athletic fields, infirmary, and a canoe pond.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Talisman offers a variety of camp programs for kids with ADHD or on the autism spectrum, divided by age. Younger campers join one of our campus-based programs and join in traditional camp activities, from rock-climbing and hiking, to swimming, archery, and arts and crafts. Older campers choose from a number of expedition-based programs, including backpacking, canoeing, climbing and caving.
All staff receive over 2 weeks of training in both hard skills (First Aid, Lifeguarding, camping skills, bus driving) and soft skills (building relationships, problem-solving, understanding of our population, etc.). All staff receive a background check and drug screen, and go through a thorough interview and reference check process.
Talisman Programs has been ACA-accredited since 1988. We operate in the National Forests under permit. Staff leading more involved activities (e.g., rock climbing) hold certifications in facilitation and safety in those areas.
Talisman has been providing programs for special needs populations since 1980, refining our focus over the years to ADHD and autism. We believe every child wants to do well, and that each child has unique strengths, struggles, and outlooks on life. We use a variety of tools and approaches to meet each child where he or she is and help them meet their objectives in socially appropriate and fulfilling ways.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Teens ages 14-17 and young adults 18-22 can take our Leadership course to develop more advanced skills. Successful completion can lead to acceptance to our Krewe program, an on-campus job-skill-building session. This is an invitation-only program for returning campers who qualify.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We established the Talisman Scholarship fund through the American Camp Association, allowing for tax-deductible contributions. Scholarships are limited and partial, based on need. For more information on both donating and applying, please contact our office.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Talisman offers Teen Adevnture Programs each year. This year offer a Caves and Mining session, exploring caves and rocks of the southeast and into Kentucky.
We also offer programs for young adults 18-22 who are looking to improve their independent living and social skills. The session combines the best of campus activities with an introduction to aspects of adult life and the social world.
And we top off the summer with a 7-day session just for beginners, including 6-7-year-olds! Great introduction to the camp experience.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1: June 11- June 17
Session 2: June 20- July 2
Session 3: July 5 - July 17
Session 4: July 20 - August 1
Session 5: August 4- August 10
Please visit our website for complete session and fee information.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Talisman seeks counselors with a background in psychology, education, social work, and similar fields, who are motivated to work with our camper population. Counselors live on-campus, in cabins with the campers, and lead activities and social coaching for their group. Two weeks of intensive training is provided, along with consistent support from a strong administrative team.
For more information on employment opportunities, please visit our website.
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Visit Our Special Needs SASP (Special Adventures for Special People) SCUBA Camp Website
407-920-3262
kim[AT]theSCUBAgym.com
The National Training Center
1935 Don Wickham Drive
Clermont, Florida 34711
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Daytona, Florida
Lakeland, Florida
Murphy, North Carolina
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
8092 South Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando, FL 32809
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Special Needs SASP (Special Adventures for Special People) SCUBA Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 12 and older
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays, Tuesday-Friday, 9 am - 2 pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Come and experience the fun and excitement that only The SCUBA Gym can provide. Our program, SASP (Special Adventures for Special People) is having a Spring Break Camp AND Summer Camp for children and adults with disabilities, ages 12 and over. Come Experience an Incredible Week with us!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Buddy up for your water level, whether it be learning to float and swim, snorkel, or explore new adventures of SCUBA Diving. Campers will move through the different divisions as they gain confidence for the next level. During breaks, we will also utilize an outside covered area for crafts and activities shaded from the sun.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, and more. SCUBA Diving
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Clermont, 20 minutes west of Orlando, Florida. Our Pool is at The National Training Center and is an Olympic-sized pool with a beach entry for easy wheelchair access.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We use an Olympic-sized pool with a beach entry. It is heated year round.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: SASP is a unique SCUBA Program which offers Adaptive SCUBA Programs and SCUBA Therapy Programs for all Special Needs, like Autism, CP, DS, Spina Bifida, Paraplegics, Quadriplegics, Hypotonia and all others that have the desire to learn to SCUBA Dive or just use it as therapy. Check out our Facebook page, The SCUBA Gym for pictures and testimonies.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We do offer year round Adaptive SCUBA Programs for Special Needs and Weekly SCUBA Therapy Programs in Clermont, Florida and Murphy, North Carolina.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Clermont, Florida, March 18, 19, 20 - $99
Lakeland, Florida, March 25, 26, 27
Clermont, Florida, June 9, 10, 11, 12 - $150
Murphy, North Carolina, June 23,24, 25, 26 - $199
Daytona Area, Florida, July 15, 16, 17 - $125
THESE DATES are for 2020
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Special Needs SASP Special Adventures for Special People SCUBA Camp
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Visit Our Ignite Learning Academy Virtual Summer Camp Website
480-660-6474
info[AT]ignitelearningacademy.com
Virtual - Online
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Ignite Learning Academy Virtual Summer Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 3-17, depending on camp
TYPE OF CAMP: Online. M-Th, 2 hours/day
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Summer camps are a great way to have fun, socialize, create, and explore! With new themes each week, there's sure to be a camp that excites your child! Weekly camp themes include cooking, art, LEGO, science, wizards & magic, around the world, coding, and many more! All camps take place via Zoom and one registration covers all children in the same household!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Children with special needs are welcome to attend!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, and more. See Specialty Camp Info Below
▌Read More about Ignite Learning Academy Virtual Summer Camp
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All camps are run by Ignite Learning Academy, a fully accredited online private school serving students in preschool through grade 12. Camp leaders include faculty, administration, and external experts in the areas they will be teaching.
Around the World Camp
Art Camp: Arts & Crafts with Found Objects
Art Camp: Drawing
Art Camp: Painting
Cooking Camp
DIY/Pinterest Camp
Hawaiian Hullabaloo Camp
JavaScript Coding Camp
Leading Ladies Camp
LEGO Camp
Mad Science Camp
Outdoor Explorers Camp
Scratch Coding Camp
Wizards & Magic Camp
Storytime & Craft Camp
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.ignitelearningacademy.com to view the dates associated with each individual camp.
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Ignite Learning Academy Virtual Summer Camp
Visit Our SOAR Website
828-456-3435
admissions[AT]soarnc.org
226 SOAR Lane
Balsam, NC 28707
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Wyoming, North Carolina, Florida, New York, California
CAMPER AGES: 8 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: SOAR offers high adventure summer camps for youth with ADHD and other Learning disabilities. Campers participate in exciting adventure activities such as rock climbing, horseback riding, SCUBA diving, llama treks, whitewater rafting, surfing, and much more!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: SOAR serves youth and young adults diagnosed with ADHD and other Learning Disabilities
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Horses/Equestrian, Sailing, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: SOAR has 5 main programming locations: North Carolina, Wyoming, Florida, Northern New York and California as well as several International options.
CAMP FACILITIES: SOAR has two major Base Camp facilities: one in Balsam North Carolina where we have rustic cabins, a dining pavilion, on site showers/bathrooms, high and low ropes course, as well as several gathering campfire locations. The other is in Dubois Wyoming, where we have similar amenities as above except, this base camp is a working horse ranch!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Philosophy: SOAR believes all individuals identified with learning disabilities (LD) and attention deficit disorder (ADHD) possess inherent talents and gifts. These abilities can mean incredible success in adulthood once these students negotiate the challenging obstacles of childhood, adolescence, and a traditional education system, usually unable to respond to individual learning styles.
SOAR's programs are designed to allow students the opportunity to increase their independence while away from home. Independence is gained through self-motivation and life skills instruction. With this in mind, we involve our students in many decision making processes, such as setting individual goals, developing group guidelines, as well as trip and meal planning. Please view our website for further information at: Our Camp Website Link: www.soarnc.org or call our Admissions Office at 828-456-3435! Thanks, SOAR Admissions Team
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We begin our summer in early June and run through late August Please see our website for program dates at Our Camp Website Link: www.soarnc.org
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919-596-8975
ride[AT]deadbrokefarm.com
6921 Wildlife Trail
Raleigh, North Carolina 27613
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1215 Kintail Dr
Raleigh, NC 27613
CAMPER AGES: Ages 5 & up
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Full Days: 7:45am-6pm, Half Days: 7:45am-2pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Dead Broke Farm offers riding lessons and daily trails rides at our riding camp. Our trail rides are shaded, 1-hour rides through our 110-acre farm. Children under the age of 6 will ride double with an experienced guide. Six year olds have the option of choosing to ride with a guide or on their own. Ages 7 and up will ride on their own. We provide riding instruction, helmets, and guides at a 1:5 ratio.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We are able to accommodate special needs campers provided they can understand and follow directions and are balanced enough to ride a bicycle on their own. We rely upon parents to be honest in their assessment of their child's abilities so that we can provide them with a fun and safe experience.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Horses/Equestrian, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on 110 acres right between Raleigh and Durham and are just 20 minutes from RTP. We are just minutes (4 miles) off of I-540 at the Leesville Rd exit, Exit 7. Convenient to Raleigh, Durham, Wake Forest, Knightdale, and Cary.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Dead Broke Farm has beautiful, wooded trails and is home to more than 35 horses and lots of other farm animals. Campers have access to an air conditioned clubhouse, jungle gym, and the shaded horse hitching area.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Dead Broke Farm has been offering horseback riding camp since 2006 and have subsequently hired mature teenage guides who attended our camp as 5 year-olds! We strive to nurture kids' love of animals and the outdoors and welcome their continued patronage in our riding lessons and trail riding programs till they are old enough to become a volunteer or paid staff member.
We have lots of farm animals to see and enjoy including horses, ponies, dogs, cats, cows, sheep, goats, donkeys, and more. The list varies but there are always lots of animals to enjoy and learn about.
Our core focus is on the horseback riding. But when they aren't riding, they can watch videos in the air conditioned club house, play foosball, play on the jungle gym, or help the guides as they go about caring for our horses and other animals. On given days, we will also take them to: 1) visit the cows, alpacas, donkeys, and other animals, 2) see the puppies available at that time, 3) see the pond and the horses in the more remote pastures, or 4) to pick blackberries or blueberries (dependent upon their availability during the week your child attends camp).
And if parents want to join their kids out on the trails, we offer a $10 discount to parents while their kids are attending camp. It's a fun family experience, and it allows the kids to show off how much they've leaned during their week at camp.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Any age can attend our camp provided you are at least 5 years old or older. We've had mothers and grandmothers attend camp with their kids - not because they had to - but because they wanted to experience the horse camp together. This is a great option for out-of-state situations or instances where the Mom or Grandmother enjoy riding as much as the kids.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Dead Broke Farm offers guided trail rides, birthday parties, pony rides, and lessons year-round for all ages. Kids and adults are welcome to ride with us.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Spring Breaks:
March 25 - April 26, 2024
Summer Camp:
Jun 3 - Aug 30, 2024
May, Sept, Oct:
Upon request for 2 or more kids
Full Day - $550/wk
Dropoff: 7:45am-9am
Pickup: 5pm-6pm
Half Day - $450/wk
Dropoff: 7:45am-9am
Pickup: 1:30pm-2pm
Daily Sessions
Full Day: $135/day per child
Half Day: $110/day per child
Discounts are available for early registration, siblings, and repeat campers. See our website for complete details.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Dead Broke Farm is always in search of seasoned guides year-round as well as summer camp counselors with riding experience. If interested, contact Carla Carlough at 919-596-8975 or visit our website for more information regarding requirements for consideration and to schedule a working interview.
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Dead Broke Farm
Visit Our Asheville Equine Therapy Riding Camps Website
828-630-7551
director[AT]asheville-equinetherapy.org
344 Merrill Farm Rd.
Leicester, North Carolina 28748
CAMPER AGES: 7-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: During AET's summer riding camps participants learn horsemanship and riding skills in the mornings and afternoons are filled with equine related activities, crafts and games.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: AET's programs are for everyone including those with disabilities and special needs. Participants learn to connect and bond with their equine partners and new friends.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Horses/Equestrian, and more. Equine Care & Riding Camp June 17-21, 2024
Reading Rodeo & Riding Camp July 8-12, 2024 (afternoons Are Filled With Horse Powered Reading Activities To Help Emergent & Struggling Readers Continue To Connect With Books During The Summer)
Creative Art & Riding Camp July 30- Aug 1, 2024
CAMP LOCATION: We are located just 25 minutes outside of downtown Asheville, North Carolina on 24 beautiful acres.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Asheville Equine Therapy's facilities boast a 6 stall barn with a full classroom for equine assisted learning and a 125' x 175' arena and onsite trails.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camps are facilitated by a PATH International CTRI (Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor) and ESMHL (Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning) with over 40 years of equine experience.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available upon request. While the scholarship does not cover the entire cost, it does cover $200.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family and Friends 2 hour equine experiences available as well.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: A multitude of all year programs are offered at AET. Please refer to our website for more information.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Equine Care & Riding Camp June 17-21, 9am to 2pm-$625
Reading Rodeo & Riding Camp July 8-12, 9am to 2pm-$675
Creative Art & Riding Camp July 30 - Aug 1, 9am to 2pm-$375
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