Summer Camp Guide: Residential Camps
For a list of day camp options, go toColumbusParent.com/campguide.
RESIDENTIAL CAMPS
Art
Columbus College of Art & Design: College Preview
Ages served: grades 10-12
Dates/times: 7/8-7/28; full day (6+ hours)
Description: If you're considering a future in art or design, College Preview will make your decision clear and earn you three college credits. Programs are taught by CCAD faculty. Live in a residence hall and experience campus just like a full-time student.
Cost: $3,450; some optional off-campus excursions are extra. Portfolio- and need-based scholarships are available.
Camp location: Columbus College of Art & Design, 60 Cleveland Ave., Columbus
For more information: Jordan Smith, jsmith.9@ccad.edu, 614-222-3236, ccad.edu/college-preview
RESIDENTIAL CAMPS
Music
Girlz Rhythm n' Rock Camp: Girlz Rhythm n' Rock Camp
Ages served: 9-16
Dates/times: 7/23-8/4; full day (6+ hours)
Description: We have workshops on songwriting, drumming, vocal techniques, performance, instrument lessons and more. Campers will write songs and learn to perform them as a band, concluding the week with a show and potluck.
Cost: $350; some partial scholarships are available
Camp location: Hoover YMCA, 1570 Rohr Road, Lockbourne
For more information:Suzie Simpson, suziemuzic@gmail.com, 614-579-7897, girlzrhythmnrockcamp.com
Otterbein University: Summer Music Experience
Ages served: 14-17
Dates/times: 6/4-6/9; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Be surrounded by other students who share a passion and energy for music. Students will develop new insights into themselves as a musician and a performer, build confidence and challenge themselves in a week of intensive, real-world music study. Day camp option is available.
Cost: $575
Camp location: Battelle Fine Arts Center, 170 W. Park St., Westerville
For more information: Nick Ross, nross@otterbein.edu, 614-823-1508
RESIDENTIAL CAMPS
Nature/Outdoors
Swift Nature Camp: Swift Nature Camp
Ages served: 6-17
Dates/times: 6/1-8/10; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Swift Nature Camp is an overnight nature camp for boys and girls. The focus is to blend traditional summer camp activities while increasing a child's appreciation for nature, science and the environment.
Cost: $600 per week
Camp location: Swift Nature Camp, W7471 Ernie Swift Road, Minong, Wisconsin
For more information:swiftcamp@aol.com, 630-654-8036, swiftnaturecamp.com
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Religious
Geneva Hills Group Inc.: Overnight Summer Camp 2018
Ages served: entering grades 2-4
Dates/times: 7/9-7/13; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Overnight camp helps kids experience nature, make new friends and learn new skills. We offer hiking, canoeing, crafts, STEM, science, swimming, water activities, games and more. We are ACA and CCCA accredited.
Cost: $350
Camp location: Geneva Hills, 1380 Blue Valley Road SE, Lancaster
For more information:Geneva Hills Group Inc., info@genevahills.com, 740-746-8439, genevahills.com
Geneva Hills Group Inc.: Overnight Summer Camp 2018
Ages served: entering grades 5-8
Dates/times: 6/25-6/29; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Overnight camp helps kids experience nature, make new friends and learn new skills. We offer hiking, canoeing, crafts, STEM, science, swimming, water activities, games and more. We are ACA and CCCA accredited.
Cost: $350
Camp location: Geneva Hills, 1380 Blue Valley Road SE, Lancaster
For more information:Geneva Hills Group Inc., info@genevahills.com, 740-746-8439, genevahills.com
Marmon Valley Farm: Marmon Valley Ministries
Ages served: 7-17
Dates/times: 6/10-8/18; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Marmon Valley Ministries is a Christ-centered horse camp for boys and girls. Our residential camps give young people the opportunity to improve their riding skills and try adventurous activities like archery, vaulting and rock climbing.
Cost: $445 to $715
Camp location: Marmon Valley Ministries, 7754 State Route 292 S., Zanesfield
For more information:info@marmonvalley.com, 937-593-8000, marmonvalley.com
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Special Needs
Central Ohio Diabetes Association: Camp Hamwi
Ages served: 7-17
Dates/times: 7/22-8/4; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Camp Hamwi offers a life-changing experience for every child living with diabetes. Activities include swimming, archery and games. Meals are designed and prepared by RDs, with medical support provided by MDs and RNs.
Cost: $200
Camp location: Camp Mohaven, 18744 Turkey Ridge Road, Danville
For more information:Darlene Honigford, dhonigford@diabetesohio.org, 614-884-4400, diabetesohio.org
Flying Horse Farms: Flying Horse Farms
Ages served: 7-15
Dates/times: 4/13-11/4; full day (6+ hours)
Description: The children who attend camp have illnesses including cancer, heart conditions, rheumatoid arthritis, blood disorders, asthma, gastrointestinal disorders and craniofacial anomalies.
Cost: Free
Camp location: Flying Horse Farms, 5260 State Route 95, Mount Gilead
For more information:Flying Horse Farms, 419-751-7077, flyinghorsefarms.com
Nuhop: Camp Nuhop
Ages served: 6-18
Dates/times: 6/10-7/27; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Nuhop is for children with learning disabilities, attention deficit disorders, Asperger's syndrome (ASD) and behavioral nuances. Our mission is to provide a nurturing, dynamic learning environment where people are empowered to succeed.
Cost: $850 per week Traditional, Exploration and Leadership Camp; $950 per week Crusoe Camp: $1,000 per week Lake Erie, Aqua, Expedition, Science, Western, Art, Sports, Caves & Climbing, and Bike Camp
Camp location: Camp Nuhop, 1077 Township Road 2916, Perrysville
For more information:Laura Nickel, laura@nuhop.org, 419-938-7151, nuhop.org
Recreation Unlimited Foundation: Recreation Unlimited
Ages served: 8-80
Dates/times: 6/18-8/10; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Summer residential camps are for youth and adults with disabilities and health concerns. There are two weeklong camps for youth, one weeklong camp for youth and young adults, and five weeklong camps for adults. Camps run Monday through Friday.
Cost: $820; Recreation Unlimited is a Medicaid Waiver provider. Scholarships are available.
Camp location: Recreation Unlimited, 7700 Piper Road, Ashley
For more information:Michelle Higgins, mhiggins@recreationunlimited.org, 740-548-7006, recreationunlimited.org
RESIDENTIAL CAMPS
Sports
Otterbein University: Nike Boys Lacrosse Camp
Ages served: 10-14
Dates/times: 7/15-7/18; full day (6+ hours)
Description: This is an opportunity to receive individual and small group instruction from college coaches and players. Campers stay in air-conditioned dorms. Day camp also is available.
Cost: $495 overnight, $395 day camp
Camp location: 1 S. Grove St., Westerville
For more information: Colin Hartnett, chartnett@otterbein.edu, 614-823-3543, ussportscamps.com/lacrosse/nike/nike-boys-lacrosse-camp-at-otterbein-university
Otterbein University: Youth Soccer Camp
Ages served: 15-19
Dates/times: 7/13-7/15; full day (6+ hours)
Description: The emphasis will be on developing the players technically and tactically within the team. Players will learn systems of play and also about all four areas of the game (offensive and defensive organization and transition to offense and defense). Day camp is also available.
Cost: $250 overnight, $175 day camp
Camp location: Otterbein University, 180 N. Center St., Westerville
For more information:Jason Griffiths, jgriffiths@otterbein.edu, 614-823-3524, otterbeinsoccercamps.com
Wright Camps Ltd.: Day and Overnight Volleyball Camps
Ages served: 9-16
Dates/times: 7/9-7/11; full day (6+ hours)
Description: This is an overnight volleyball camp experience to fit girls of all skill levels. Otterbein University provides coaches for athletes to improve skills and learn the game. Campers stay in newly renovated dorms. Day camp is also available.
Cost: $335 overnight, $260 day camp
Camp location: Otterbein University, 180 Center St., Westerville
For more information: mmcdonald@otterbein.edu, 614-823-3534, leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=otterbeinvolleyball
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STEM
Be Wise Camp: Be Wise Camp
Ages served: entering grades 7-8
Dates/times: 6/10-6/15; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Be Wise Camp is designed to develop girls' interest, excitement and self-confidence in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). The camp provides real-life, hands-on experiences and critical thinking/problem solving.
Cost: $525; scholarships are available
Camp location: Denison University, 100 W. College St., Granville
For more information:Becky Bringardner, bewisecamp@outlook.com, 614-327-6224, bewisecamp.org
Boy Scouts of America Simon Kenton Council: STEM Camp
Ages served: 7-11
Dates/times: 7/5-7/8 (grades 2-3), 7/9-7/12 (grades 4-5); full day (6+ hours)
Description: STEM Camp at Camp Lazarus gives Scouts the opportunity to learn new ideas, collaborate and explore through hands-on activities.
Cost: $170 youth, $110 adult early bird; $190 youth, $110 adult full rate
Camp location: Camp Lazarus, 4422 Columbus Pike, Delaware
For more information:Cassie Ferguson, cassie.ferguson@scouting.org, 614-310-1336, skcscouts.org
College of Wooster: B-WISER
Ages served: 12-14
Dates/times: 6/10-6/15; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Experiments and active research help students learn more about chemistry, physics, Lego robotics, geology and biology. Prominent scientists share their enthusiasm for science in areas such as engineering, neuroscience, boomerangs, physics and chemistry. The program is for rising eighth-grade girls. Campers stay in the college's dorms.
Cost: $495
Camp location: College of Wooster, 1189 Beall Ave., Wooster
For more information:Mary Kilpatrick, mkilpatrick@wooster.edu, 330-263-2101, bwiser.spaces.wooster.edu
Ohio Attorney General's Science School: STEAM-powered Super Sleuths Summer Camp
Ages served: 8-9
Dates/times: 6/11-6/15; full day (6+ hours)
Description: During this weeklong camp, students will solve two crimes through completing tasks that require them to apply their core knowledge through solving relevant challenges and activities, all the while developing perseverance and tenacity.
Cost: $250
Camp location: The Point at Otterbein University, 60 Collegeview Road, Westerville
For more information: Jenny Hill, jhill@otterbein.edu, 614-823-1284
Ohio Supercomputer Center: Summer Institute
Ages served: 13-17
Dates/times: 6/10-6/22; full day (6+ hours)
Description: SI is a two-week residential program that gives gifted high school students entering their sophomore, junior or senior year project-based, hands-on learning. Working in small peer teams, the students use supercomputers for practical applications.
Cost: $1,100
Camp location: Ohio Supercomputer Center, 1224 Kinnear Road, Columbus
For more information: Elizabeth Stong, stong.3@osu.edu, 614-688-8300, osc.edu/education/si
Ohio Supercomputer Center: Young Women's Summer Institute
Ages served: 10-13
Dates/times: 7/15-7/21; full day (6+ hours)
Description: Young Women's Summer Institute is a weeklong program sponsored by the Ohio Supercomputer Center for middle-school girls. It is designed to promote computer, math, science and engineering skills as well as provide hands-on experiences.
Cost: $750
Camp location: Ohio Supercomputer Center, 1224 Kinnear Road, Columbus
For more information: Elizabeth Stong, stong.3@osu.edu, 614-688-8300, osc.edu/education/ywsi
RESIDENTIAL CAMPS
Traditional
Gateway Region YMCA: YMCA Camp Lakewood
Ages served: 6-17
Dates/times: 6/3-8/8; full day (6+ hours)
Description: YMCA Camp Lakewood is a co-ed summer overnight camp for kids that gets them outdoors while making new friends and learning new skills.
Cost: $370 to $1,020
Camp location: YMCA Camp Lakewood, 13528 State Highway AA, Potosi, Missouri
For more information:Holly Shoults, camplakewood@gwrymca.org, 573-438-2155, camplakewood.org
Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland Council: Camp Molly Lauman
Ages served: 5-18
Dates/times: 6/13-8/8; full day (6+ hours)
Description: At Molly Lauman, there is something for everyone, with days packed with adventures on horseback, climbing on our swimming pool rock wall, making friends and shooting archery just like Katniss. And, of course, there are s'mores and singing around the campfire.
Cost: $200 for a mini-session (three days) to $435 for an adventure program or a two-week program
Camp location: Camp Molly Lauman, 9130 Big Bear Creek Road, Lucasville
For more information: Erin Feinour, 401-489-6141, gsoh.org/camp
