Best Florida Overnight Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: 16 air-conditioned cabins, outdoor pool, air-conditioned chapel and meeting rooms, beautiful open spaces and great lake views

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: ACA accredited camp for girls to learn about God's love and people all around the world who need to know. Staff are intentional about spending time with the campers and providing a meaningful experience for each one, they have a heart for missions and love children and youth. For more information check out our website Our Camp Website Link: www.campworldlight.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: We are Changing the World, one Light at a time.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Cost is $230 per camper for the week. June 10-14, 17-21, 24-28

For registration information check out our website Our Camp Website Link: www.campworldlight.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Air conditioned cabins and dining hall with family style dining; Freshwater pond for aquatic activities; Archery and rifle range; Boardwalk and hiking trails; Outdoor classrooms; Camp fire pits; Fishing pond; 24-hour onsite medical care.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Everglades Youth Conservation Camp is an American Camp Association (ACA) accredited facility, meeting all ACA health, safety, and program quality standards.

The Youth Camp was created in the 1960's by individuals who cared deeply about conservation, protecting wilderness areas, wildlife in natural habitats and preserving a way of life.

The camp facility is managed by the Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Residential summer camp programs are for children completing 3rd – 8th grade.

The EYCC also offers a Leadership Camp for youth completing grades 9th – 12th grade. Summer camp activities challenge camper’s physical, mental and social growth. Group leaders and instructors serve as guides through camp life and activities, mentors and role models. EYCC’s summer programs feature a unique conservation education theme with outdoor adventure activities in the Florida Everglades, as well as time to relax, have fun and make new friends. We have 9 different summer camp programs with age appropriate activities. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.fyccn.com.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The EYCC provides a volunteer opportunity for high school students to assist with various tasks around the camp during the summer season. The leadership camp utilizes high school students to help in the dining hall as well as assist staff to ensure campers have a fun-filled and exciting time at camp. All leadership campers will receive training about the programs we offer, how to interact with children, and the various roles of staff required for a residential camp. 80 Community Service hours are awarded for the two weeks of volunteer service to the camp.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please Email: Janice.kerber[AT]myfwc.com for applications.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): During the year, EYCC is a rental facility for many groups including the scouts. Email janice.kerber[AT]myfwc.com for more information on our rental groups, volunteer campers, family events, or internships.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: During the year, EYCC is a rental facility for many groups including the scouts. Email Janice.kerber[AT]myfwc.com for more information on our rental groups, volunteer campers, family events, or college internships.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Please visit our Facebook Page: Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
A basic session is $360 (Checks made payable to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission). Eco-Equestrian, Seafarer, and Mariner program has an additional fee made payable to Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Florida. Visit our website for more information at: Our Camp Website Link: www.fyccn.com or email: Janice.kerber[AT]myfwc.com

Session 1 (June 10-15)
Session 2 (June 17-22)
Session 3 (June 24 - 29)
Session 4 (July 1-6)
Session 5 (July 8-13)
Session 6 (July 15-20)
Session 7 (July 22 - 27)
Session 8 (July 29 - Aug 3)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Looking for exceptional staff 18 years or older who are passionate about outdoor recreation, conservation, and teaching children outdoors. 1:8 staff to camper ratio. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.fyccn.org for more info on paid staff positions or email: alicia.stamm[AT]myfwc.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers are housed in two cabin units and a platform tent unit. Please visit our website for more information on our camp facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Core programs include sailing, canoeing, kayaking, waterskiing, tubing and wake boarding. Certified lifeguards and instructors ensure safety on the lake, while counselors provide creative encouragement and excitement on land.

All campers can play on the lake bouncer with its inflatable slide and log; go for a daily swim; and choose electives such as numerous lake activities (e.g. tubing, sailing, kayaking), fishing, outdoor cooking, creative arts and archery.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for more information: Our Camp Website Link: www.gswcf.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers sleep in a fully furnished and comfortable lodge which has been upgraded for wheelchair accessibility, with separate accommodations in the same building for male and female campers. Staff remains onsite throughout the camp. A wheelchair accessible fishing pier overlooks the river, and a wheelchair accessible golf cart is available to transport campers to and from activities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Trailways Camp founders Jerry and Sharon Miller attend every camp session as volunteers and friends to each camper. Camp Director, Jamie Senkeleski has been directing Trailways Camps, Inc. sessions since August 2012. Trailways Camps, Inc. is determined to bring the mission of “Enabling adults with special needs, and those who care for them, to grow their social, emotional and spiritual relationships" to each session.

Trailways Camps, Inc. strives to meet its goals at each and every camp. We create opportunities for fun, friends, and support through structured activities in an environment designed to promote socialization and interaction. Reducing social isolation by building friendships and lasting relationships with other adults and thereby improving individual life experiences is a high priority. In addition, we promote interest in outdoor activities by providing recreational activities that enhance individual skills.

Through reflections and nature, we encourage spiritual expression and growth. By providing overnight camping experiences, we encourage energy renewal time/respite for families/caregivers. And most of all, it is our hope that with each camping session we honor the memory of Robert V. & Benjamin G. Miller whose “Joyful Spirits” inspired the Founding of Trailways Camps. Come to a place where you will learn "That You Are Something Special."

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The $40 registration fee can be waived if it would present any financial hardship.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our camp sessions operate outside of summer months - dates will fall in the Spring, Fall, and Winter.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sessions change annually, visit Our Camp Website Link: www.trailwayscamps.org for details.

$40 registration fee. Donations to Trailways Camps, Inc. make this camp possible and can be made online at Our Camp Website Link: www.trailwayscamps.org or mailed to:
Trailways Camps, Inc.
c/o Sharon & Jerry Miller
3502 Harbor Court
Ft. Myers, Florida 33908

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Now Hiring: Trailways Camps, Inc. Counselor positions available.
Camp Counselors stay at camp throughout the session and lead a group of 5 campers to their activities, fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, team spirit, and inclusion. Apply online at Our Camp Website Link: www.trailwayscamps.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.CircleFDudeRanchCamp.com to learn more or schedule a tour today!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Pathway Program (Leadership in Training)

OTHER CAMP INFO: ACA Accredited

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1 - June 8th - June 21st, 2025 - $3900
Session 2 - June 22nd - July 12th, 2025 - $5200
Session 3 - July 13th - August 2nd, 2025 - $5200
Session 3A - July 20th - August 2nd, 2025 - $3900
Session 3B - July 13th - July 19th, 2025 - $1950

CAMP FACILITIES: All classes are held on FSC's campus in the Wynee Warden Dance Center and Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. Residential students stay in campus dorms with resident advisors and receive meals through the campus dining facilities. Daily lunch is provided for all intensive participants.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Daily classes are offered in modern/contemporary technique, ballet technique and variations, Dorfman repertory, partnering, jazz dance, and workshops with renowned guest artists. The week cumulates in a performance featuring all participants and the Carolyn Dorfman Dance company.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Tuition
Summer Intensive tuition: $500
*$150 non-refundable deposit
Includes all classes/workshops and lunch Monday-Friday

On-Campus Housing Available
Housing: $425
*$125 non-refundable deposit
*Includes on-campus housing, breakfast Tuesday-Friday, dinner Monday-Thursday, organized evening activities, and use of campus facilities

Payment Deadlines for Tuition and Housing
JUNE 21, 2024
Balance and full payment (both Tuition and Housing fees) due by deadline. All payments are non-refundable after this date.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Girl Scouts of Citrus Council registered girls are eligible for camperships

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year round camping for troops and camporees
Outside User Groups can also reserve facility for camping, retreats, banquets etc

CAMP FACILITIES: Our out of town campers are personally picked up at the Miami International Airport and brought to our camp. (about 20 minutes away) They stay in the college dorms with our awesome counselors - providing a total camp experience. Day campers enjoy a daily hot lunch in the UM cafeteria. Each camp concludes with a Final Concert, where every student performs in one of UM's fine concert halls.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Are you an aspiring young musician in elementary or middle school seeking a summer music camp to enhance your skills? Or a high school student who wants to study with top professionals and perform with serious musicians like yourself? Wondering if the University of Miami Frost School of Music is right for you? Our summer music camp is the ideal way to find out. Whether you play piano, guitar, drums, strings or wind instruments, or you are a vocalist, the Young Musicians' Camp at the University of Miami in Miami Florida has programs for you... classical music, jazz, rock, songwriting, composition, musical theater, and contemporary voice.

Our talented and distinguished musical faculty provides group teaching, one-on-one coaching, master classes, informal jam sessions and fun camp concerts. Whether you are a South Florida student or from overseas, you are sure to grow as a musician, and have fun playing and performing with other talented young musicians.

"Be surrounded 24/7 by kids from all over the US and other countries who share your love of music!"

Now in our 19th year!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a Community Service Program for music students entering 11th or 12th grade in the fall.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer Merit Scholarship!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: www.youngmusicianscamp.com, click on the tab on the left side "Tuition & Fees" for complete information

CAMP FACILITIES: Our Academy is located 30 minutes outside Orlando, one of the most recognizable and visited cities in the world. Home to Walt Disney World Resort, Sea World and Universal Studios Orlando, plus thousands of hotels, restaurants and shopping options. This dynamic city is less than one hour from Florida’s East & West Coast beaches and busy cruise ship terminals. It is also a leading golf destination, boasting more than 175 public and private courses. Find out what’s new at Our Camp Website Link: www.orlandoinfo.com.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Juniors all around the world attend GGGA Summer Camps because they want to truly train with other juniors who aspire to be great and work with a team who has trained and developed some of the best juniors and professionals in the game.

GGGA Summer Camps provide an interactive learning environment for junior golfers to learn how to improve their fundamentals, establish the development of their game and get a glimpse of what it’s like to train in our Full-Time Junior Program.

Following the same philosophy as our Full-Time Junior Program, Summer Golf Camps at the Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy is a golf camp for juniors with the option for tournaments that encompasses GGGA’s five areas of specialized and individualized training with:

Technical training
Mental Training
Fitness Training
Strategy & On-course training

OTHER CAMP INFO: 1 WEEK CAMP – helps students get a taste of what its like to “Train Like A Champion” at the Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy
2 WEEK CAMP – increased depth of training and more specific to your game
4 WEEK CAMP – students build upon their development plan each week
7 WEEK SUMMER SEMESTER CAMP – the ULTIMATE GGGA EXPERIENCE, students are fully able to immerse themselves in their training and prepare for the year ahead
2 WEEK TOURNAMENT TRAINING CAMP – This two week camp focuses to prepare your course strategy including pre and post shot routines and a focus on mental training. The two week camp INCLUDES one entry into the Gary Gilchrist Summer Tournament Series including practice round and two day tournament in Central Florida.

2016 Summer Camp Dates
Week 1 June 19-25
Week 2 June 26-July 2
Week 3 July 3-9
Week 4 July 10-16
Week 5 July 17-23
Week 6 July 24-30
Week 7 July 31-Aug 6
Two Week Tournament Training Camp Dates
June 19-July 2
July 3-16
July 17-30

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:

2016 Summer Camp Dates
Week 1 June 19-25
Week 2 June 26-July 2
Week 3 July 3-9
Week 4 July 10-16
Week 5 July 17-23
Week 6 July 24-30
Week 7 July 31-Aug 6

Two Week Tournament Training Camp Dates
June 19-July 2
July 3-16
July 17-30

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 2 dorms, complete with air conditioning and showers, an outdoor pool, a dining hall, outdoor chapel, main lodge for activities and gatherings, a field for sports, and a sand volleyball court. Lake Howell provides a place for canoes and paddleboats.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: San Pedro Catholic Camp is staffed by qualified young men and women who are active in Church ministry and have a deep sense of God in their own lives. All staff members have been screened by the State of Florida, fingerprinted by the Diocese of Orlando, and are well trained for their positions, including certification on working with young people in a safe environment through the American Camp Association.

Overnight and Day Camp participants are offered an opportunity to unplug from distractions and take a step back from everyday life to create important lasting relationships. Our goal is not only to provide a wholesome outdoor life, but to also assist youth in true character and faith formation through the celebration of Mass, daily prayer services, as well as the sacrament of reconciliation.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: All staff participate in a week long training session to prepare them for the upcoming camp sessions. First aid/CPR/AED training is included. Staff will also complete ACA courses online prior to attending camp training.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available on a case by case basis.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): August 1st-2nd- Experience a night of camp as a family!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Complete listing of camp weeks, themes and rates are listed on our website.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Hiring Head Counselors and Counselors. See website for more info.

CAMP FACILITIES: FICA Young Investors Wall Street Summer Camps TM are held in safe and professional learning environment; usually on the campuses of some of America's most prestigious Colleges, Universities and or executive/education learning centers

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: These three terms sum up our comprehensive and very informative FICA Young Investors Wall Street Summer Camps TM. While we are very committed to providing certified instructors, field trips and superior financial intelligence informative training applications, we don't just stop there. We make sure to set aside some time for a little fun, tours and entertainment activities. As a result, learning about the world of business and financial intelligence has never ever been this much fun!

Future Investor Clubs of America's comprehensive financial training system includes: Access to the FICA's Members Camp Preparatory Training Network; Certified Financial Intelligence Trainers TM; Winning On Wall Street Kickoff TM; American Dream Plan introductory training; Basic Financial Intelligence Training TM (BFIT); Advance Financial Intelligence Training TM (AFIT); Executive Financial Intelligence Training TM (EFIT); Financial Intelligence Training TM (IFIT); International Financial Intelligence Training TM (IFIT) intelligence training curriculum's presented in a creative and interactive way to enhance the learning process.

All Future Investor Clubs of America summer camp instructors are Certified Financial Intelligence Trainers(CFIT) having completed our training programs. Each CFIT has years of business, education, executive, investing and or financial services experience.

Future Investor Clubs of America summer camp programs are designed to be a top quality, positive comprehensive learning experience that students will never forget. Therefore, FICA has incorporated carefully designed Financial Field Trips TM to enhance the students experience and learning process.

FICA members who have completed the Basic (BFIT), Advanced (AFIT) and or Executive Financial Intelligence Training (EFIT) curriculum receive Certificates of Completion and are eligible to participate in many fun, exciting and informative events.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: All Future Investor Clubs of America summer camp instructors are Certified Financial Intelligence Trainers(CFIT) having completed our training programs. Each CFIT has years of business, education, executive, investing and or financial services experience. In addition to industry experience, our instructors must complete 40 hours of training on how to teach each of our BFIT, AFIT, EFIT, IFIT and LFIT curriculum's.

Future Investor Clubs, Chapters and Centers are eligible to select lead teachers and instructors to attend CFIT training programs. Individuals completing our instructor comprehensive training programs earn the designation of Certified Financial Intelligence Trainer TM (CFIT). Business and financial industry executives, managers, investment advisors, commodity/stock brokers, traders and other professionals are scheduled as guest speakers during the camp training week.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Depending on your camp length of stay, approval and city selection, students will visit such places as: Downtown Business Districts; Investment and Community Banks; Commodity/Stock Market Brokerages, Angel Investor Networks; Federal Reserve Bank; Venture Capital Networks; Fortune 500 Companies; Private Equity Corporations; Hedge & Mutual Fund Corporations, Insurance Corporations; Corporate Meetings; College/University Business School Tours; Investment Trading Companies, Commodity/Stock Exchanges and more!

All field trips are held daily and are designed to provide attending students a once in a lifetime summer learning experience.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camps are held in June, July and August.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have the finest instruction facility in the area; multiple video rooms, a state of the art hitting bay, and separate putting studio housing V1 Video Systems, Trackman Launch Monitors, and the SAM Putt Lab System. Also included is the exclusive Mike Bender Wedge Range and MEGSA Perfect Practice Equipment that each camper will get a chance to use during their week in our Elite Program.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This Elite Junior Golf Camp is designed for the competitive junior golfer who already plays competitively on his/her high school golf team and/or currently competes in junior golf tournaments throughout the season. Throughout this intense, week long experience, each camper will gain exposure to all facets of the game including the mental and fitness side. Each day will include technical lessons from Mike Bender, himself, as well as his PGA certified instructional staff.

Mike and his staff have trained former #1 junior amateur ranked players for both boys and girls divisions. Many attendees of this camp have gone on to join our full time Elite Program, competed collegiately, and won many AJGA Championships. Both Mike Bender and Cheryl Anderson, MBGA Director of Instruction, have previously won LPGA and PGA honors as Teachers of the Year. Mike Bender is currently ranked #4 on the Golf Digest Best Teachers in America. All of the staff instructors are PGA certified and teach Mike Bender's champion-producing teaching philosophy; the same philosophy that has awarded over 96 golf scholarships and created Masters and PGA/LPGA Tour Champions!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The MBEGA also provides a full time Elite Program for the serious golfer who wants to train on a daily basis while also attending high school. This program is designed for the serious competitive golfer who has aspirations of playing collegiate golf and potentially wants to play as a professional. The age range for this program is 13-18 years old and coincides with 8 through 12th grade. The MBEGA Elite Program works in conjunction with Lake Mary Preparatory School (www.lakemaryprep.com) for the education component.

Options for online schooling and/or attending alternative high school education facilities is available. Boarding is also available. For more information about this program please access Our Camp Website Link: www.mikebender.com.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please access our website for all information with regards to camp dates, costs, and details of what our Elite Junior Golf Camp provides at Our Camp Website Link: www.mikebender.com.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Soccer players in the state of Florida can now experience the coaching expertise of Coach Mike Brizendine, and enjoy meeting new friends and having serious fun on campus at Florida State! Campers will learn principles of attacking and defending, combination play, pressure-cover-balance, flank play, counter attacking, zonal defending, finishing, and more.

We break down the game, and focus on individual topics for each session and then practice in small sided games. Our system of coaching gives players the chance to make better decisions while playing at a faster pace, reaching a new level of awareness and understanding of the game. We make camp competitive as the players push themselves. During the week players compete in small sided tournaments and evening games. Registration is limited to ages 10-18.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to the camp webpage for additional information:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Ithiel's facilities are comfortable, modern and air-conditioned.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Ithiel offers one Adventure Camp for youth ages 12-18. We travel to the North Carolina Mountains for 5 days.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have cabins and lodges, as well as adult-style lodging, gymnasium, cafeteria, 3 different indoor meeting facilities, 4 outdoor locations with various themes (indian camp, etc), on-site spring for swimming with blob and swing, on-site water park,

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Kulaqua's unique program allows camps ages 7 to 17 to come to camp at the same time while providing camper's their own individualized experience.

Each age group is divided into tracks: Cub Camp (ages 7-9), Junior Camp (ages 10-12), & Teen Camp (ages 13-16). We have found that providing a camper with a program that is specifically designed for them, they are happier and more interested.

Our camp counselors are trained through an ACA accredited program especially for their chosen age group and you can rest assured that your camper will be taken care of by our energetic staff.

Camp has designed a program just for their age group, giving them worship songs they will enjoy and skits they’ll love. We want to bring God to your child in a way that they will be able to experience His love and come to know Him in a lasting relationship.

Does your camper dream of horses? Do they neigh in their sleep and post photos of horses all over their room? Then Camp Kulaqua’s Horsemanship camp is the place for them! During this week of camp, your camper will have the opportunity to learn all of the basics of horse care including: grooming, feeding, equipment maintenance, and equine first aid. Your camper will have their ‘own’ horse for the week that they get to groom, ride, and spend their week with.

Your cowboy/cowgirl will learn basic riding technique and skills with their horse and come back full of stories from their trail bag. Don’t worry, they will also get to participate in the other activities camp has to offer, like the water park, spring, and go-carts. And if that isn’t fun enough, evening programs are full of upbeat songs, amusing skits, and a dynamic speaker. This week is jam-packed with fun, activities, and God’s magnificent creature- the horse.

Teen Mountain Adventure:
A trip to the mountains of Tennessee!
Harness the river on a guided whitewater rafting trip down the Ocoee River, site of the 1196 Olympic Whitewater events.

Try rappelling or rock climbing: the natural rock climbing wall is a great place to take rock climbing lessons or practice climbing techniques and safety tips.

Test your interpersonal and team building skills on one of the best Alpine towers available.

Take the challenge of the Zipline course events that are supervised by trained instructors at Historic Banning Mills

Adventure out on a hiking trek through the Cherokee National Forest.

This mountain adventure camp is jam packed with extreme fun; grab your backpack and sign up today for this exciting week with Camp Kulaqua into the mountains!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Staff in Training is a Specialty program that not only gives you the skills to apply at a summer camp, but will also provide you with job skills that could take you into many job markets. You will spend 2 weeks at Camp Kulaqua learning job skills and could earn certifications recognized by camps and the professional markets such as:
>Lifeguard
>Professional CPR
>First Aid
>Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
>Water Park Lifeguard
>Water Front Lifeguard
>Safe Food Service Cert
....and many others

In addition, you will learn basic job hunting skills such as filling out applications, personal grooming, and interviewing. Upon completion, participants may also be eligible to earn many Pathfinder honors. You will also enjoy summer camp programs and activities from a different perspective.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 1-8, 2014
June 8-15, 2014
June 15-22, 2014

Dates & Fees can be located at our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.campkulaqua.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
SESSION I: June 8-12, 2-15

CAMP TYPE: Day camp with Half day option

TIMES: 8:30am - 3:30pm daily for full day campers. 8:30am- noon daily for half day campers

FEES: Full Day $465 / Half Day $325 per week
AGES: Boys and Girls ages 8-18 of all skill levels

CAMP FACILITIES: Busch Gardens/Adventure Island

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our day campers will make new friends, try new things, come face-to-face with a giraffe and challenge North America’s tallest freestanding drop tower! For more than 25 years we've provided children with inspiring, exciting, and educational camp experiences and we look forward to having your child join us this year.

Resident Campers get to actually live and work at Busch Gardens® Tampa or SeaWorld®Orlando! You will spend a week working side-by-side with veterinarians, trainers and other animal care experts. You will help to feed, interact with and care for the animals that make your favorite park amazing. Enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, swimming and more. From fifth grade all the way through college, you can enjoy an immersive and unique experience that has brought us animal-loving guests from across the U.S. and around the world.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS:
Group Camps
September 2015 - May 2016

Zoo Apprentice: Grade 9-12
Zoo Journeys: Grade 4-12
Animal Adventures: Grade 6-8

Throughout the year, group camps can learn about the over 12,000 amazing animals that call this renowned zoological facility home. Work alongside zookeepers to care for lions, zebras and many of our other stars!

Visit our state-of-the-art zoo hospital and travel behind the scenes to encounter exotic and endangered species such as lemurs and black rhinos on habitat.

At day's end, there's still time to enjoy the amazing rides, shows and attractions of Busch Gardens® and Adventure Island®.

OTHER CAMP INFO: At Busch Gardens, we have a proud tradition of providing campers unforgettable programming that combines fun, education, and animal connections. Our nationally accredited programs help campers connect to the natural world and inspire a lifelong appreciation for wildlife and wild places. It's also about making memories with new friends while enjoying the awesome rides and shows that you can only find at our parks.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Camps: June 2016-August 2016.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Resident Camp Counselor Click on the following link for more information and to apply: Our Camp Website Link: careers.seaworldparks.com  

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 6 cabins that sleep 16, lodge and dining hall plus pool and recreational activities. See website for photos

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: RYC provides free overnight camp to children with disabilities in order to raise their self-esteem, increase their social skills and provide opportunities for success in outdoor activities. Camp activities include camp activities like swimming, arts & crafts, hikes, bonfires, dance and therapy with horses and dogs and music. Each child has their own counselor for one on one attention. We have professional nursing staff 24/7 who also distribute medicine.

RYC was founded in 1974 by Rotary Clubs in District 6940. Clubs throughout the Florida panhandle provide almost 50% of the funds needed to manage the camp, $65,000 annually. In 2018 RYC was awarded the Florida State University Foundation and College of Education Exemplary Community Agency Award. Corporate and other donations provide our annual budget of $150,000. Campers are accepted without regard to ethnicity, gender, or disability.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We train up to 5 CIT annually.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Free

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Free
session 1 -July 7 ages 6-11
session 2 - July 14 ages 12-15
session 3 - July 21 over 26

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Counselors needed for month of July. Room & board & salary based on experience provided. Training for one week begins July 1. Contact 850-328-0302 or email resume to campryc[AT]gmail.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Challenge is a fully accessible facility complete with central heating and air, roll-in showers, and recently updated cabins. We also have a state of the art swimming pool, zip line and climbing wall, petting farm, arts and crafts barn, and rustic pavilion with a fireplace. A half mile paved trail runs around the perimeter of the main camp ground.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Easter Seals provides exceptional services, education, outreach, and advocacy so that people living with autism and other disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities. Camp Challenge has been providing camping and recreation to people with disabilities since 1961. We have a highly trained staff full of excitement and enthusiasm. We are also an American Camp Association accredited camp.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT must be at least 16 years of age and attend staff training week.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Fun Days are offered throughout the year - these are free events designed

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Respite weekends are offered throughout the year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer camp sessions run from mid-June through mid-July and are based on age. Full details on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.easterseals.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Summer camp counselors work approximately five weeks in a high energy program for children and adults with disabilities. This is a great opportunity for those individuals seeking future employment in special education, nursing, and physical or occupational therapy. Apply online at Our Camp Website Link: fleasterseals.iapplicants.com

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

CAMP FACILITIES: Our facilities are always first class. Most of the No.1 Soccer Camps are held on renown college campuses or private schools throughout the United States.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: No. 1 Soccer Camps offers a camp for all levels of players.

1) Youth Academy - Designed for boys and girls ages 6-10. Fun, exciting and engaging activities are all part of the week. We do this with individual and small group activities with the introduction of fun technical exercises and games that are engaging and pertinent for the age group and ability level. With our unique curriculum youth players will be exposed to the proper technique such as shooting, dribbling, 1v1, crossing and much more.

2) Junior Academy - Designed for boys & girls, goalkeepers and field players ages 10-13. The program has been designed to build a foundation that will help the participant’s progress to the next level. This will be accomplished in a fun, entertaining and positive environment. Each session will be progressive in nature and will conclude with a relative small-sided game that will highlight the topic of the session. Competitive tournaments will be played throughout the week, and be the highlight of our evening sessions.

3) Senior Academy - Designed for High School players, including incoming freshmen, who are ready to play and be trained at the next level. . Throughout the week, players will be put in a competitive environment that will bring out their very best. Players will be exposed to the four dimensions of training, Physical, Technical, Tactical and Psychological. In our unique evening competitions, players will have the opportunity to compete against other teams, other players and themselves.

4) College Prep Academy - Our goal is to provide an incredible environment where serious soccer players will be exposed to the highest level of instruction in anticipation of playing at the highest level possible. High Performance Seminars will be led by trusted experts in their field and will include: Sports Nutrition, Soccer Specific Conditioning, ACT/SAT Preparation and Sport Psychology. Goalkeepers and field players will be exposed to an intensive training environment for those who are serious about fulfilling their potential.

5) College Showcase Camps - Now available for the serious soccer player at select No.1 Soccer Camp sites throughout the country. The directors of our College ID Showcase Camps are all currently active college coaches. In addition, the College Showcase ID Camps allow you to be seen by, and to work directly with college coaches and their assistants from programs all over the US. The philosophy of the College Showcase ID Camps is to provide you with a more intimate environment from which to experience what College coaches expect from their players.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for a site and date that will work for you at: Our Camp Website Link: www.no1soccercamps.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
The No.1 Soccer Camps hires well qualified staff coaches. Please visit our website to fill out an application and to learn more about our programs.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our top decks can currently accommodate 144 students a week in our junior officer state rooms, which house six students each. Our virtual aircraft carrier, AMBITION, also has a deck where all the learning facilities are located, and another deck where we house our flight simulators.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The National Flight Academy offers one of the most exciting and immersive learning experiences in the world- inspiring 5-12th graders to take an interest in science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), in an aviation-themed adventure aboard a massive virtual aircraft carrier, AMBITION (CVT-11). This four-story 102,000 square foot facility is designed scenically and theatrically to simulate a modern aircraft carrier.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Unfortunately, scholarship funds through the National Flight Academy are not available for our 2016 season. In the event that something does become available, updates will be posted on our website and social media platforms. As availability is not guaranteed, we strongly encourage students to reach out to local STEM education or civic leadership organizations in their community, such as American Legion posts, JROTCs, and schools, who may be interested in student sponsorship opportunities or group rates.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The National Flight Academy is open year-round, and accommodates group tours, overnight adventures, and various events. Call for further details.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Refer to our website for available dates for 2016 programs.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Check our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.NationalFlightAcademy.com for any job openings.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our Camp Website Link: www.canterburyretreat.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: A place for kids and teens with OCD to feel normal, relax, and connect with other youth in an fun environment including swimming, arts and crafts, drama activities, team building, a ropes course, and so much more. We encourage campers to expand their comfort zone in a supportive atmosphere, but will never force anyone to do anything they don't want to. Counselors (who have already defeated their OCD) will act as mentors as well as everything you'd expect from counselors at any other camp. In addition we will have therapists and medical professionals on site for if a camper is struggling.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Mailing Address:
Camp Audeamus
717 Ashgrove Terrace
Sanford, FL 32771

note: while we are located at a Christian retreat center, the camp is not affiliated with any religion and welcomes all campers regardless of faith

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
1 week long session, see camp website for more information

CAMP FACILITIES: We sit on 77 acres of natural preserves on a lake. We have four dorms and a junior Olympic size swimming pool. We have Volleyball Beach, Weight Lifting Room, full-size Gym, State of the Art Student Center with an arcade, billiard table, table tennis, fuse ball,and theater.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For over 50 years, The Vanguard School has been working works with middle and high school students who face challenges in academics or/and social relations. Our students range from specific reading or math difficulties to anxiety in the classroom or during testing.

We also include students who need support developing executive functioning skills such as time management, planning, organizing, or self-advocating. We also help students realize and develop appropriate relationships through boundaries, communications, and engagement in activities such as volunteering, sports, and interest clubs. We have had a fabulous start to our 2019-2020 Vanguard School year, but now we are gearing up for our Summer Program Beyond the Classroom!

The Vanguard School, also, has an exciting summer camp Beyond the Classroom, and it is an outstanding opportunity for our students to experience The Vanguard Family and get to know new students and teachers in a relaxed environment and a much smaller setting.

Our summer camp goes beyond the traditional classroom, addressing not only academic skills but targeting the increasing need for social and emotional learning and life skills training that is at such a deficit in today’s students.

The social-emotional curriculum helps students to attain the skills necessary to manage and interpret emotions, feel and show empathy, exhibit self-control, make responsible decisions, and interact with others in our digitally-influenced world. Our summer program is packed with fun, learning, and growth opportunities! Please review the attached flyer to find out more!

Also, please follow us on Facebook Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com daily updates, and if you want a closer look into The Vanguard School Community, you can visit Our Camp Website Link: www.vanguardschool.org to look at our Home Page online. Don’t’ miss our 360-degree tour on our Vanguard School Homepage Our Camp Website Link: www.vanguardschool.org!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Vanguard School is a 6th-12th grade international boarding and day school for students with learning differences!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Beyond the Classroom into the Great Outdoors
Lots of fun and excitement planned in and outside the classroom!
Explore Science through hands-on learning, field trips, activities, and more!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Beyond the Classroom into the Great Outdoors
June 21-July 18, 2020

1) Two-week ACT Prep Course being offered as well.

2) Credit Retrieval Options being offered for the full month-long Camp.

CAMP FACILITIES: Sunset Lakes has three lakes with slalom courses and jumps, with a variety of choices for housing, either bunk style with main dorm with four campers to a room with private bath or 8 campers to a cabin with bath. All cabin heated and air conditioned. Main dorm has a full recreational area with TV/ games and air hockey. Full internet service in entire camp including study area and dinning hall. Gazebo and docks on each lake with hot tubs for cold weather or sore muscles. Full pro shop with demo gear and new gear to purchase. Beach volley ball, basketball, ping pong, slack line fire pit for roasting marshmallows. For families and adults who wish to join the fun suites, 1-2-3 bedroom villas are available. Full meal service.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sunset Lakes offers one to nine week sessions with programming that no other camps offer, waterskiing slalom, tricking, jumping as well as wake boarding, wake skating, wake surfing, and paddle boarding. As well as off time activities of beach volley ball, basketball, slack line, ping pong, and air hockey.

In the evening students are taken for bowling, movies, go karting, miniature golf, shopping, and ice cream.

For multiple week campers the weekends are planned for one of the parks ( Disney, Universal, Sea World, Wet and Wild, tubing down a Florida river or spring, wake surfing on local large lake, trip to a Florida beach.

Our philosophy is to treat every camper as if they are the only one at camp. Every session is with a personal coach. All of our coaches have been hand picked out of our own seasoned campers . Each coach carries a coaching certificate has been trained in emergency programs, CPR and first aide. All of our staff strive to be great mentors in the cabins and on the water.

Our program is managed by Jack and Christopher Travers both level three USA Coaches. both multiple times United States Water Ski Team Coaches as well as U. s. Olympic Water Ski Coaches of the Year. Jonathan and Natallia (Berdnikava) Travers both elite international water skiers and U.S. and Belarus National Waterski Team Members and World Champions and Record holders round out the lake management team.. All four of the above can be found coaching both beginners and elite skiers in our programs.

Lelani Travers a Purdue University graduate and prior school teacher is in charge of all the house keeping booking and kitchen staff and is our first contact person for first aide.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Families are welcome at sunset and we have 1-2-3-4 bedroom villa available for rent to accommodate every size family and group.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: All of our programs are available year round, with the same quality care and coaching.

OTHER CAMP INFO: For those campers staying more than one week, a full schedule of activities are planned for the weekend with full time supervision:
Beach trips, Universal, Sea World, Disney, Wet and Wild, rafting and canoe trips in springs or river ,Go karting, bowling, shopping

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We are open year round all of our rates and programs are found on our web site at: Our Camp Website Link: www.jacktravers.com or feel free to call Lelani at the office for more information: 352-429-9027

Campers can choose form 1-10 week sessions to suit their needs.

CAMP FACILITIES: Freedom is an authentic replica of a nineteenth century blockade-runner. She is a double masted, gaff-rigged, topsail schooner. Naval architect Merritt Walters and his marine construction company, Rover Marine, Inc., designed and built Freedom, the first of his many Rover schooners, in 1982 in Norfolk, Virginia.

The Schooner Freedom is built of steel with aluminum masts and spars. The Freedom’s sparred length is 76 feet while her length on deck is 64 feet. Freedom’s beam is a 15 feet 4 inches and her draft is a little less than 6 feet. Her mast height is 62 feet and she carries a total sail area of 2400 feet. She has bunks for 20 overnight passengers, 2 captains, and 4 crew. She has a complete galley, salon, and head. She carries all the appropriate safety and life saving gear, which, along with the crew and vessel, is inspected and licensed by the United States Coast Guard on an annual basis.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This upcoming summer we are proud to announce that we will be offering 2 one week-long sailing camps. Sailors will be placed in the week that corresponds with the grade they will be entering. The sailing camp introduces teens to life aboard a classic schooner while sailing the northeast Florida and southeast Georgia coast.

Campers will come aboard and take over! We will have a blast sailing, fishing, swimming, exploring barrier islands, kayaking, and making memories to last a lifetime. Parents will be kept updated on their sailors location and fun by frequent blog posts and a closed Facebook group, updated at least twice daily.

Nothing gives a sailor more joy than knowing they can confidently take the helm or set a sail on a tall ship. Our goal is to instill in our sailors a respect for the ocean, a love for the traditions of tall ship sailing, and, more than anything, to experience the sheer joy of a fresh breeze in the sails, the glory of a starry night at anchorage, and the bonding that takes place between a crew at sea.

Our captains are all 100 tons Masters, licensed by the United States Coast Guard, with certifications in sailing, as well as CPR and First Aid. Our captains and crew are all subject to pre-employment and random alcohol and drug tests, monitored by the U.S. Coast Guard. Our captains and crew combine for a total of over 50 years of traditional tall ship sailing experience.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 21 - July 27, 2014 - sailors entering 6th - 8th grade
July 28 - August 3, 2014 - sailors entering 9th - 12th grade
The cost of the 1 week camp is $1350 per camper and includes all meals and camp t-shirts. A 50% deposit is due upon acceptance to the camp with the balance due one month before departure.

Spots are limited and booked on a first come, first served basis.

CAMP FACILITIES: The campgrounds include a junior Olympic sized pool, equestrian barn with two lighted riding arenas, challenge course, climbing wall, nature center, homestead program, compass & geo cashing courses, off road biking on miles of biking/hiking trails, archery, game field and canoes. Campers stay in cabins, platform tents or dormitory style buildings. Please visit our website for more information on the camp's facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Wildwood is an ACA-accredited Girl Scout camp, part of the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida council. Please visit our website for more information on staff, certifications, history, etc.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.gswcf.org for more information!