Some people can’t wait for summer. Others, not so much. We hear about the summer doldrums, the dog days of summer …
Likes and dislikes be what they will, there certainly can’t be any excuse for people not finding things to do around Brown County for the summer … especially the kiddos. Brown County Democrat’s Bella Hobbs recently compiled a list of upcoming summer camps.
Happy Hollow Children’s Camp
Upcoming Camps are July 7-12 and July 14-19
Our signature Overnight Camp program is targeted at serving children from the Greater Indianapolis and Central Indiana area, but all are welcome at Happy Hollow Children’s Camp!
Youth ages 7-14 will receive three hot meals and a snack per day, 24 hour supervision, 8:2 child/counselor ratio, and round trip transportation to and from camp in Nashville to our Indianapolis office. Along with our unique and one of a kind camp experiences, campers will spend the week:
Being Active:
Making New Friends, Swimming, Canoeing, Kayaking and spending time learning about the beautiful Lilly Lake, Horseback Riding, Learning Archery, Challenging themselves on the High & Low Ropes Courses, Trail Bike Riding, and Running & Hiking
Learning & Having Fun:
Communication & Team Building Skills, Life Skills & Leadership Development, In the Library & Tech Center, In the Nature Center, and Through Educational Activities
All While Enjoying:
Spacious Upgraded Cabins, On-staff Nurses & other Medical Staff, Friendly Counselors & Program Staff, Delicious Food & Snack, Campfire Circles with new & old friends, and Unique memories that will last a lifetime
For more information or to enroll visit: https://happyhollowcamp.net/programs/
Contact Happy Hollow Camp for more information about group pricing and outdoor education at [email protected] or by calling 317.638.3849
LOMIK Camps
Lutheran Hills Summer Camps
There are so many camps to choose from at Lutheran Hills. Art & Music, Reading, Animal Lovers, Nature Navigators, Guitar/Ukulele, Hiking & Caving, Outdoor Adventure, and so much more! Head over to https://lomik.org/summer_programs.php and look for the BLUE Lutheran Hills locations happening in July. Can’t wait to see you there!
Camp Palawopec
Camp Sessions Summer 2024
Girls Session 2: July 7–13
Co-Ed Session 3: July 14–20
Co-Ed Session 4: July 21–27
Co-Ed Session 5: July 28–August 3
Suggested camper ages 8-15 years. Campers may attend more than one session.
Applications are accepted on a “first come, first served” basis with bunk space for 60 campers per session.
To apply or for more information visit: https://www.camppalawopec.com/forms
At Camp Palawopec we emphasize Fun!
The Waterfront Program
Water, water all around — and that’s no exaggeration! Canoe overnights, kayak racing, swimming, diving, water polo games, watermelon scrambles, fishing — plus instruction in swimming, life saving and water safety. There’s a big sandy beach and even a great rope swing that goes out over the lake — the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer afternoon.
Adventure Trips
Each summer, Camp Palawopec offers a special co-ed adventure trip program. These expeditions are designed for older campers ages 12 – 16 who want the ultimate challenging outdoor experience. Backpacking in Colorado… canoeing in Minnesota… biking across Montana… or whitewater rafting down some or our country’s wildest raging rivers… these are truly unforgettable adventures! Check out your summer application form for current trips. Sign up early and bring a friend!
The Campfire Program
The final and most impressionable moment of the day will come through participation in the evening campfire program. Gathered around the glowing embers, campers and their counselors will strum guitars, sing old campfire favorites, and share jokes, ghost stories, and skits for the perfect ending to a memorable day.
CYO Camp Rancho Framasa
Nestled in the beautiful hills of Brown County, Indiana, CYO CAMP RANCHO FRAMASA is an entity of the Catholic Youth Organization within the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, Indiana. Since 1946, CYO Camp has served Indiana and the outlying tri-state area of the Ohio valley through its summer camping programs, outdoor education programs, and retreats throughout the year.
With 296 acres of wooded hills and a gorgeous facility, committed staff and unique programs CYO camp is able to touch the lives of those who visit with faith, fun and a sense of wonder.
Our mission is to enhance the emotional and spiritual development of youth and adults through experiences in the outdoors.
CYO Camp Rancho Framasa is proud to employ staff members who are members of the American Camp Association. Developed exclusively for the camp profession, this nationally recognized program focuses on program quality, health and safety issues, and encourages us to review every facet of our operation.
An outstanding camp experience begins with direction and instruction from great camp counselors. Each of our camp leaders have many years of camping experience, and our staff are carefully screened and selected. Staff must meet appropriate qualifications including providing references and passing a background check. They are also required to complete and become certified through the Archdiocese of Indianapolis’ Safe Parish Safe Environment child protection program. CYO Camp meets these stringent standards because we believe having a well-run camp with well-qualified staff is the best way to have fun and keep our campers safe.
Upcoming camp dates:
July 7-12
July 14–16
July 17-19
July 21-26
For more information or to register for upcoming camps visit: https://www.campranchoframasa.org/
