North Carolina Coed Summer Camps
| |
Coed Summer Camps
| Blue Star Camps | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Hendersonville, North Carolina |
| Blue Star Camps Blue Star is a sanctuary from the stresses of the "real world" where campers gain independence skills and self-esteem. Through the preceding five decades of rapid social change, Blue Star has continued to meet the essential developmental needs of children. Blue Star has been a thread consistently woven into the tapestry of the Jewish-American experience. We now welcome summer campers from thirty-five states as well as Europe, Israel, Central and South America. Our professional instructors challenge campers to succeed in many skill areas while cabin counselors affirm that it is possible to live in peace, friendship and harmony. |
|
| E-mail: info@bluestarcamps.com, Website: www.bluestarcamps.com, (828) 692-3591 | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1948 |
|
 |
|
| Talisman Programs | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Zirconia, North Carolina |
| Talisman Programs is a wilderness experiential program offering children opportunities to develop physical and social confidence in an atmosphere that encourages increased self regulation and self direction. Our sessions are geared to meet the needs of campers struggling with ADHD, learning disabilties, and Asperger's Syndrome. With a high staff to camper ratio and small groups, we can give ample time and attention to each child's needs. Activities include: backpacking, canoeing, technical tree climbing, white water rafting, rock climbing, crafts, swimming, etc. Sessions: two or three weeks depending on program. Older teens can choose between Trek, TOBA, and Tri-Adventures. Alll of which are high adventure experiences, emphasizing decision making skills. Sight and INsight are designed specifically for children and adolescence with Asperger's Syndrome and high functioning autism. |
|
| E-mail: summer@talismancamps.com, Website: www.talismancamps.com, (888) I-LUV-CAMP (458-8226) | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1980 |
|
| |
|
| Camp Celo | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Burnsville, North Carolina |
| We have provided a fun and enriching experience for children for over 50 years. Our small size and 3:1 camper:staff ratio insures the individual attention needed to have a fulfilling summer. Our family farm provides exciting "chores" as an integral part of the camp day. Plenty of structure allows for healthy choices without being regimented. Activities include crafts, wood shop, drama, nature, swimming, innertubing, horseback riding, hiking and campouts. Older children do 2-4 day backpacking trips. Camp games focus on teamwork and cooperation rather than competition. |
|
| E-mail: info@campcelo.com, Website: www.campcelo.com, (828) 675-4323 | |
Established in 1950 |
|
| |
|
| Camp Cheerio YMCA | |
Residential camp with separate |
High Point, North Carolina |
| Located high atop the Blue Ridge Mountains of northwest North Carolina, YMCA Camp Cheerio is the ideal place for persons of all ages to enjoy a camping or retreat experience. Camp Cheerio offers many challenging programs, from summer resident (sleepover) and coed wilderness tripping camps, to senior adult camps, conferences and retreats, adventure programs, and outdoor education. Traditional Camp: ages 7-15 (girls' and coed sessions); Cheerio Adventures: ages 10-17 (coed only) |
|
| E-mail: director@campcheerio.org, Website: www.campcheerio.org, (800) 226-7496 | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1960 |
|
| |
|
| Mountain Adventure Guides | |
| Wilderness adventure program | Western North Carolina, Eastern Tennessee |
| Join our adventure camp for exciting adventures that provide opportunities for personal challenge and learning. Our students make new friends from all over and have lots of fun in a supportive, noncompetitive environment. We have 12 and 18 day coed programs for ages 13-17. Activities include backpacking, rock climbing, whitewater rafting and mountain biking with small groups of 8-12 students led by 3 experienced instructor guides. |
|
| E-mail: guide@mtnadventureguides.com, Website: www.mtnadventureguides.com/teen_adventures.htm, (866) 813-5210 | |
Established in 2000 |
|
| |
|
| Camp Woodmont | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Cloudland, GA |
| Camp Woodmont, summer camp for boys and girls 6 -14, in NW GA atop beautiful Lookout Mountain, two hours north of Atlanta and 30 min. south of Chattanooga. Traditional activities include horseback riding, archery, aquatics, high ropes, OLS, challenge course, drama/dance, arts and crafts, and much more! One and two-week sessions. Limited enrollment, caring counselors, ideal location, Christian atmosphere, and convenient camp layout makes campers feel secure, welcome & reassured. Two generations of family management, over 55 years experience. |
|
| E-mail: infonew@campwoodmont.com,
Website: www.campwoodmont.com (706) 398-0833 or (770) 457-0862 or (423) 472-6070 |
|
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1981 |
|
| |
|
| CyberCamps | |
| Day and Residential coed summer camps | University locations in:, CA, CT, DC, FL, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, North Carolina, NJ, NY, OR, PA, VA, WA |
| Cybercamps hosts cutting edge summer technology programs for 7-18
year old budding geniuses (and thousands of other fabulous kids) at
leading university campuses across the country. It's a perfect place
to make new friends, learn from enthusiastic counselors and, of course,
spend lots of time learning the nuances of industry-leading software
like Flash, Dreamweaver and C++. For parents, it's an investment in
their child's future. For kids, it's simply the best kind of summer
fun imaginable. Cybercamps offers seasonal savings, call today for more information, 1-888-904-2267! |
|
| E-mail: campconsultant@cybercamps.com, Website: www.cybercamps.com, (888) 904-2267 | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1997 |
|
| |
|
| Camp Kanata | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Wake Forest, North Carolina |
| At Kanata, under the guidance of caring counselors and staff, surrounded by natural beauty, your child can spend the summer exploring and experiencing. Not just growing in inches, but growing into his or her own. Activities include: athletics, dramatic arts, canoeing, swimming, riflery, archery, horseback, arts & crafts. Camp season is June to August for coed campers ages 6-15. |
|
| E-mail: david.bell@ymcatriangle.org, Website: www.campkanata.org, (919) 556-2661 | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1954 |
|
| |
|
| Surf Camp - Wrightsville Beach | |
| Residential coed surfing camp | Hawaii, Costa Rica, Barbados,
and Wrightsville Beach, NC |
| Come learn how to surf in our warm emerald green waters and white sand beaches of coastal North Carolina. Surf and explore 4 different islands while learning about amazing coastal ecosystems. Gain self confidence and have an adventure that you will remember forever. No experience is required as we cater to beginners. Our industry leading student to instructor ratio is 3:1. Stay on the beautiful campus of UNC-Wilmington in air-conditioned suites with 24 hour same gender supervision. Come see why Surf Magazine rated Wrightsville Beach one of America's top ten surf towns. Adventure teen travel surf camps to Costa Rica, Hawaii, Barbados and the Outer Banks of North Carolina are also offered. |
|
| E-mail: info@wbsurfcamp.com, Website: www.wbsurfcamp.com, (866) 844-SURF | |
Established in 1995 |
|
| |
|
| Green River Preserve | |
| Residential, coed natural science summer camp | Cedar Mountain, NC |
| Play under waterfalls, track wild animals, explore mountain forests with naturalists. Green River Preserve is a 3400 acre wildlife preserve and summer camp for bright young naturalists. Serving rising 4th through 9th graders, our camp is nurturing, noncompetitive and purposefully small with enrollment limited to 112. After morning hikes, campers choose from over 18 elective activities including rock climbing, pottery, archery, fly fishing, music, art and drama. 1, 2 and 3 week sessions are available. For rising 9th through 12 graders, we offer Green River Expeditions- two-week canoeing, backpacking and kayaking adventures which follow the Green River tradition of combining learning with exploration. |
|
| E-mail: grpreserve@citcom.net, Website: www.greenriverpreserve.org, (828) 698-8828 | |
| Accredited by the American Camping
Association Established in 1988 |
|
| |
|
| Camp Pinewood | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Hendersonville, North Carolina |
| An adventure in camping for boys & girls in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. Dedicated to the enjoyment and development of children, ages 8-14. Sessions: Two four-week sessions or a full eight week session from mid-June to mid-August. Activities include: waterski, wave runners, wakeboard, heated pool, crafts, horseback riding, archery/riflery, hiking, field trips, tennis, golf, canoeing, kayaking, gymnastics, all landsports, and more. |
|
| E-mail: cppinewood@hotmail.com, Website: www.camppinewood.net, (828) 692-6239 | |
Established in 1955 |
|
| |
|
| iD Tech Computer Camps: Summer Camps | |
| Residential and Day coed computer camps | 40 universities in AZ, CA, CT, CO, DC, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, PA, TX, VA, WA, WDC, |
| "Of all the many camps my son has attended, this is by far the best. As an educator, I'm extremely impressed with the quality of this program." Connie Ryan, UC Irvine. iD Tech Camps provides weeklong, day and overnight, hands-on technology camps for ages 7-17 at prestigious universities nationwide in 19 states and Spain (Stanford, Columbia, Princeton, MIT, Northwestern, Georgetown, Emory, etc). "I like iD Tech Camps because as a 13 year old, I got the chance to do something that people only dream of doing." Daryl, Georgetown University. Students use industry-standard products to film & edit digital movies, produce stunning special effects, create 2D & 3D video games, model 3D characters, experience game modding, design websites with Flash animation and learn programming & robotics. There's even a unique Sports & Tech program at Stanford University and Surf & Tech program at Pepperdine University and UC Santa Cruz. NEW! iD Gaming Academy- immerse yourself in the dynamic world of video game development. Teens create their own mini game portfolio with levels and interactivity in this intensive 3 week program. Using powerful industry-standard applications like Alias Maya, teens will learn the basics of 3D graphics production, including modeling, texturing and animating. Get ready for late-night gaming tournaments, LAN parties and late instruction. Two sessions at UC Berkeley, limited space. ** Why Parents and Students Prefer iD Tech Camps: (1) no Counselors-In-Training (CITs), (2) a mandatory, in-person staff training covering safety, supervision, and curriculum, (3) background checks and reference checks on ALL staff, (4) ACA Accredited at various locations and all camps meet and surpass much of the criteria set forth by the ACA, (5) requirement that ALL Directors and Lead Instructors are CPR/First Aid Certified, (6) instructors teach hands-on instead of depending on online tutorials to teach students, (7) daily contact with Directors and weekly staff evaluations, (8) multiple, unannounced staff site visits throughout the summer, (9) a high returning rate for the staff, (10) personalized, quick customer service with staff working during summer weekends, (11) catalog fulfillment requests within 48 hours and (12) an average of 6 students per instructor and 1 computer per student. Spaces fill quickly so visit www.internalDrive.com to preview videos, photos and see what Fox News and national publications say about iD Tech Camps. You'll see why its quickly become the number one camp of its kind. You can also call 1-888-709-TECH (8324). Mention promo code WD27 for a discount. |
|
| E-mail: requests@internalDrive.com, Website: www.internalDrive.com, (888) 709-TECH (8324) or 408-871-2227 | |
| Established in 1999 | |
| |
|
| Inside Out, Inc. | |
| Outdoor Education Program | Flat Rock, NC |
| Inside Out, an experiential educational organization, offers all ages challenging outdoor learning opportunities. Experiences illustrate powerful life lessons, and encourage participants to become a dynamic part of a high functioning community group. Curriculum, teambuilding and high adventure activities for school communities and classes. Group effectiveness, communication and adventure activities for adult groups. Travel/ Adventure expeditions for all ages, with an organized group of eight or more. STOP! LOOK! LISTEN! LEARN! |
|
| E-mail: info@insideout-inc.com, Website: www.insideout-inc.com, (877) 617-5295 | |
Established in 1994 |
|
| |
|
| Camp Kanuga | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Hendersonville, North Carolina |
| Camp Kanuga offers young people an enjoyable and stimulating experience in a Christian setting. The program enables campers to grow emotionally and spiritually while at the same time developing new interests, skills, and friendships. Affiliated with Kanuga Conference Inc., an Episcopal center in the mountains of western North Carolina. We offer strong in-camp programs in a Christian community setting for ages 7-15 and extended backpacking programs for ages 15-16. Activities include: rock climbing, canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, environmental awareness, and more. |
|
| E-mail: campkanuga@kanuga.org, Website: www.campkanuga.org, (828) 692-9136 | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1928 |
|
| |
|
| SOAR, Inc. | |
| Wilderness adventure program | Balsam, NC |
| SOAR is an adventure based summer camp utilitizing 12, 18, and 26 day expedition style courses for youth diagnosed with ADHD and/or learning disabilities. Courses are co-ed, and our students are between the ages of 8 - 18 and have average or above average intelligence. Staff to student ratio is approximately 1:3. Course sites include North Carolina, Wyoming, California, Florida, Belize, Costa Rica, and Peru. Activities include: rock climbing, whitewater rafting, backpacking, llama treks, horseback riding, snorkeling, SCUBA diving, sea kayaking, surfing, and many more. |
|
| E-mail: admissions@soarnc.org, Website: www.soarnc.org, (828) 456-3435 | |
| Accredited by the American Camping
Association Established in 1977 |
|
| |
|
| Fox Mountain Guides and Climbing School | |
| Wilderness adventure program | Hendersonville, NC |
| Our Rock Climbing Camps offer extremely small group "pro camps" with an absolute maximum group size of 8 for teens that wish to take their climbing to the next level. Our climbing camps are 6-12 days long for 13-17 year olds. We are located in Pisgah National Forest and we are the Southeast's only AMGA Accredited Summer Camp Climbing Program. Our Camps curriculum includes; equipment, techniques and most importantly safety skills of climbing. We trad climb single and multipitch, boulder and aid climb! We are deeply rooted in the Leave No Trace, ethics of climbing and the wilderness so we cover these skills as a core component of the camp. |
|
| E-mail: info@foxmountainguides.com, Website: www.foxmountainguides.com, (888) 28-GUIDE | |
| Accredited by the American Mountain
Guides Association Established in 2001 |
|
| |
|
| Gwynn Valley Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Brevard, North Carolina |
| A summer camp for younger Boys and Girls, ages 5-14. Offering a farm, wilderness and traditional program that nurtures the child while fostering a connection with the land and the simple joys of childhood. We are a non-competitive, residential and day camp summer program, offering sessions of 1, 2 and 3 weeks in length. 4 to 1 staff ratio. We grow 70% of our food on the farm and operate a 1890's Grist Mill as part of our varied program. Activities include: Farm, Texture Crafts, Grist Mill, Horseback Riding, Waterfront, Pioneer Crafts, Sports, Fine Arts, Web of Life, Outdoor Living Skills, Climbing, Whitewater Canoeing, Backpacking, and Mountain Biking. |
|
| E-mail: mail@gwynnvalley.com, Website: www.gwynnvalley.com, (828) 885-2900 | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1935 |
|
| |
|
| Quaker Lake Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Greensboro, North Carolina |
| Quaker Lake Camp is located southeast of Greensboro in Climax, NC. A beautiful lake sits on 212 acres of natural property. This rustic setting offers all the commodities of home and a wide variety of age appropriate activities for all groups including Bible study, crafts, swimming, boating, and organized recreation. Other activities may include hayrides, cookouts, campouts in the woods, campfire worship, and sports. Older participants may choose from areas of interest such as drama, model rockets, pine cars, and service projects. We offer a Day Camp for upcoming first graders, overnight camps
for ages 7-17 and leadership training camps. Registration costs range
from $25.00 for Day Camp to $275.00 for Senior High Camp. Prices are
all inclusive. Campers stay in cabins with 8 to 10 others including
staff. We serve three meals per day along with snacks. Quaker Lake
Camp is owned and operated by North Carolina Yearly Meeting of Friends
with an overall objective for each camper to experience growth of
the total person within the context of the Christian Faith as expressed
by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). A summer of fun, fellowship
and new friends, awaits each and everyone at Quaker Lake! |
|
| E-mail: , Website: www.ncym-fum.org/qlc, (336) 292-6957 or (800) 371-8896 | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association; CCI Established in 1949 |
|
| |
|
| Camp Winding Gap | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Lake Toxaway, North Carolina |
| Camp Winding Gap is a private summer camp for boys and girls ages 6-17. The camp property is adjacent to two National Forests allowing miles of hiking, biking, camping and riding trails. Daily activities are chosen by campers every three days. Activities include: Western Riding, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Camping, Archery, Riflery, Canoeing, Kayaking, Adventure Trips, Crafts, more! One to nine week session lengths. Campers include: boys and girls ages 6-17. Capacity: 85 campers/session. |
|
| E-mail: campwgap@citcom.net, Website: www.campwindinggap.com, (888) CWG-CAMP | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1979 |
|
| |
|
| Camp Highlander | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Horse Shoe, North Carolina |
| Camp Highlander was founded in 1964 and ever since has provided the ultimate in summer fun and adventure for hundreds of children from across the United States and throughout the world. Our qualified and caring staff are able leaders, dedicated to providing your child with an exciting summer while maintaining the highest standards of safety in all programs. Our modern facilities ensure that your children will be comfortable in their summer "home away from home". Our camping program is broad and comprehensive, teaching our campers not only athletic, outdoor and craft skills, but also a deep respect for nature and an increased awareness of themselves and their surroundings. |
|
| E-mail: email@camphighlander.com, Website: www.camphighlander.com, (828) 891-7721 | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1964 |
|
| |
|
| Eagle's Nest Camp | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Pisgah Forest, North Carolina |
| Eagle's Nest Camp emphasizes the child's total independent development through a progressive self-elected program, intimate contact with the natural environment, and close community life. Children learn what it means to belong to rocks, rivers, wilderness and to community. Specializing in canoeing, rock climbing, wilderness trekking, art, music, drama and community life. Located in the Little River Valley of Western North Carolina, near Brevard. 1, 2 and 3-week sessions available. |
|
| E-mail: info@enf.org, Website: www.enf.org, (336) 761-1040 | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1927 |
|
| |
|
| Outward Bound | |
| Wilderness adventure programs nationwide | USA, Canada and some international locations |
| Outward Bound, a national nonprofit organization, offers over 650 adventure-based, wilderness courses - year round - serving adults, teens and youth (ages 12+). Course activities are nearly endless and include rock climbing,
sea kayaking, backpacking, mountaineering, sailing, dogsledding, canoeing
and rafting in some of the most untouched wilderness areas across
the nation. No matter the activity, courses focus on learning through
experience, compassion, leadership and responsibility to both team
and the environment. Courses range in length from 4 days to three
months in length. Scholarships are available. Since 1962, over 500,000 students have returned from an Outward Bound experience with a deeper knowledge of themselves and the world in which we live. |
|
| E-mail: info@obusa.com, Website: www.outwardboundwilderness.org, (866) 467-7651 | |
| |
|
| Academic Treks by Broadreach | |
| Academic and service adventure programs | Raleigh, North Carolina |
| Academic Treks, the academic adventure division of Broadreach, offers summer programs for high school and college students that blend adventure, hands-on learning, community service, cultural immersion and international travel. The 21-33 day summer trips focus on marine biology, Spanish language and environmental science and qualify for high school and/or college credit, as well as community service credit. Program locations include the Caribbean, Hawaii, British Columbia, Ecuador, Panama, Costa Rica, Honduras and Mexico. In addition to hands-on research and studies, Academic Treks program activities can include SCUBA diving, sailing, rainforest treks, hiking, whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, surfing, horseback trips, home-stays and 15-50 hours of community service. |
|
| E-mail: info@academictreks.com, Website: www.academictreks.com, (888) 833-1907 | |
| A division of Broadreach established in 1992 |
|
| |
|
| YMCA Camp Greenville | |
| Residential coed summer camp | Blue Ridge Mountains, north of Greenville, SC |
| A Carolina camping tradition since 1912. Camp Greenville offers traditional camping programs, adventure programs, & the challenging "Outback" and "Trailblazer" programs for older campers. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of the western Carolinas, within a one-hour's drive from Greenville, SC, and Asheville, North Carolina. |
|
| E-mail: info@campgreenville.org, Website: www.campgreenville.org, (864) 836-3291 | |
| Accredited by American Camp
Association Established in 1912 |
|
| |
|