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The following residential summer camps have either (a) been
recommended by parents of a child with NLD who has had a good experience at
that camp, or (b) the camps have indicated directly to NLD on the Web! that they believe they can provide a
good camping experience to campers with NLD, and/or would be willing to discuss
each camper's needs with the parents, to make this determination on an
individual basis.
There are many factors to consider - counselor:camper ratio,
staff qualifications and experience in special needs/special education, camp
philosophy, etc. - but none are more important than the unique needs of your
particular child. If you believe yours may be ready for a sleep-away
summer camp (a very individual decision for any camper, but especially those
with NLD), we hope the following programs will be a good starting point in
your search for the "perfect fit" for your child.
If you know of any other camp which should be included in
this list, please drop us a line at resources@nldontheweb.org.
COLORADO
Camp
Nuhop
Estes Park, CO
"Camp Nuhop, 'The Warm Fuzzy Camp', is a summer residential program for any youngster from 6 to 16 with a learning
disability, behavior disorder, or attention deficit disorder.".
Telephone: 303/ 798-8144
E-mail: campnuhop@zoominternet.net
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MAINE
Friends
Camp
South China, ME
"A small, Quaker summer camp, giving young people a community experience based on
Friends principles of simplicity and respect for the
individual".
Telephone: 207/ 445-2361
E-mail: director@friendscamp.org
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MINNESOTA
Camp Buckskin
Ely,
MN
"A specialized summer camp, meeting the needs of boys and
girls aged 6-18 with academic and/or social skill difficulties - particularly those with
ADD/ADHD and learning disabilities".
Telephone: 612/ 930-3544 (winter) or 218/ 365-2121
(summer)
E-mail: buckskin@spacestar.net
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MISSISSIPPI
The
ADD Clinic
Biloxi, MS
"A therapeutic program providing learning experiences designed to improve attention,
learning and behavior while enhancing self-confidence and
self-esteem".
Telephone: 800/ 962-2673
E-mail: GFlick@The-ADD-Clinic.com
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NEW JERSEY
Round
Lake Camp
near Lake Como, PA
"A YMHA-YWHA therapeutic recreation program, designed to help
campers aged 8-17, with attention deficit disorders and/or mild learning disabilities,
develop a positive attitude, build confidence, improve peer interaction and
enhance self-image".
Telephone: 973/ 575-3333 or 800/ 776-5657 (winter), or
570/ 798-2551 (summer)
E-mail: rlc@njycamps.org
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NEW YORK
Camp
Huntington
Woodstock, NY
"A special camp for the special camper." Camp
Huntington offers an adaptive therapeutic recreation program for boys and
girls, aged 6-21, with learning and developmental disabilities,
ADD/ADHD, PDD, autism, and other special needs."
Telephone: 845/ 679-4903 (winter)
or 845/ 687-7840
(summer)
E-mail: camphtgtn@aol.com
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Camp
Northwood
Remsen, NY
"A co-ed camp for campers aged 8-18, oriented towards
children with low self-esteem, learning challenges and attention deficit disorders in need
of a structured, supportive summer environment".
Telephone: 315/ 831-3621
E-mail: campinfo@nwood.com
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OHIO
Camp
Nuhop
Perrysville, OH
"Camp Nuhop, 'The Warm Fuzzy Camp', is a summer residential program for any youngster from 6 to 16 with a learning
disability, behavior disorder, or attention deficit disorder."
Telephone: 419/ 289-2227
E-mail: campnuhop@zoominternet.net
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PENNSYLVANIA
Summit
Camp
Honesdale, PA
"Summit
Camp serves boys and girls diagnosed as having Attention Deficit
Disorders and possible concomitant Learning Disabilities with or
without mild social or emotional problems."
Telephone: 800/ 323-9908 or 718/ 268-0020
E-mail: summitcamp@aol.com
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TEXAS
Star
Ranch
Ingram, TX
"A Christian summer camp specifically designed for boys and girls
aged 7-18 who have ADD, ADHD and other learning disabilities".
Telephone: 830/ 367-4868
E-mail: pbrouse@starranch.org
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VERMONT
Camp
Maple Leaf *
Wallingford, VT
"A fun camp experience that focuses on social skills and
leisure skills development for children and adolescents diagnosed
with nonverbal learning disabilities, Asperger's Syndrome,
high-functioning autism, or PDD-NOS."
Telephone: 802/ 446-3577
E-mail: mapleleaf@vermontel.net
* (Note: This is a day camp, not
residential)
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VIRGINIA
Makemie
Woods
Lanexa, VA
"A small-group, Christian camp where no camper is lost in the crowd,
but instead is given opportunities to contribute significantly to the growth of the group, and to begin
friendships that last a lifetime".
Telephone: 757/ 566-1496 (Williamsburg and Peninsula), or
800/ 566-1496
E-mail: burcherm@makwoods.org
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CANADA
Camp Kirk
Kirkfield, Ontario
"A nurturing, non-competitive and supportive atmosphere that allows
children aged 6-14 with LD or ADHD/ADD an opportunity to develop social, emotional
and physical skills, thereby raising their self-esteem."
Telephone: 416/ 782-3310 (winter) or 705/ 438-1353 (summer)
E-mail: campkirk@netcom.ca
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Camp
Kodiak
McKellar, Ontario
"An integrated, non-competitive program for LD, ADHD/ADD
and mainstream children and teens, aged 6-18. All camp activities are planned with a view to teaching
skills, building confidence and improving self-esteem".
Telephone: 905/ 569-7595 (winter) or 705/ 389-1910
(summer)
E-mail: info@campkodiak.com
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Camp
Towhee
Haliburton, Ontario
"A therapeutic program with a focus on skill development
to enhance social competence and increase self-esteem in campers
aged 10-18, with learning disabilities and related psychosocial difficulties".
Telephone: 416/ 486-8055, ext. 233
E-mail: integra@istar.ca
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