The Fun Continues

People often ask those of us who are here year round what we do during the "school year." Much to their surprise, our camps are busy places year round. There is never a dull moment!


Most of the non summer months are spent preparing for the next summer. This includes a whole variety of tasks. The schedule needs to be finalized, staff and campers recruited and registered, activities planned, funds raised and buildings maintained. This is no small feat for a program as large as Courage Center Camps!
What many people do not realize is that the majority of our buildings stay open year round as retreat and conference facilities. Families, churches, businesses and a whole variety of other groups are welcome to use our facilities and enjoy the natural beauty of camp. For more information on this aspect of our business, click on the link above or e-mail ConferenceCenter@CourageCenter.org.

In October we will be offering our third annual Fall Family Camp Weekend at Camp Courage (October 21-24). This is a unique opportunity for families that include an individual with a disability to experience the sites, sounds and unique activities that the fall season offers at camp. There are still some openings for families. Please contact our main office for more information (866)520-0504.

The Power of the Experience- II

Spending time at one of Courage Center's camps is a life changing experience. Some of this summer's staff shared with us a little about their summer. The following quotes help to illustrate the power of the camp experience and cause us to start counting down the days until next summer!

"Before camp began I did not realize how much I would learn and discover about camping, caring and life in general. My favorite aspect of a day at camp is how it is like a tie dye ...you never knew how it was going to turn out, but it certainly would be colorful. ...Camp Courage is a very special place where both campers and staff can grow,floursih and discover their true potential. I am so grateful to have been part of it. This summer will not be forgotten.

"Working with a wide variety of campers and staff has allowed me to appreciate the differences in each person. Each day at Camp gave me so much to be grateful for, I made the most of every day and gained an even stronger appreciation for life."

" Being here taught me so much more about myself and really helped me grow into a better person. I defined my inner leader at Camp and enjoyed every second I spent with the campers. It was a truly amazing and life changing experience."