Organization: Camp Fire USA
Mission: Youth development.
Activities: In-School Programs - For over 40 years Camp Fire has been providing Social & Emotional Learning programs in classrooms across Central Alabama. Evidenced by demand, educators highly value our Links-Up Mentoring, Career Education, Self-reliance, and Character Development curriculum. In classrooms, small groups, and gymnasiums full of students, Camp Fire staff and volunteers engage students in activities and discussions, providing the non-academic instruction now required by Alabama's Course of Study. Camp Fire programs in schools teach students to be responsible, resourceful and respectful; and allows teachers to focus on teaching academics.
Outdoor Education - The value of experiential learning is ageless. Whether a teacher's class of children on a fieldtrip; a local conservancy club; a church youth group needing a retreat; community leaders wanting to convene and plan: Our communities are hungry for an outdoor, 'off-the-beaten-path' space to learn, grow and do their work. O.E. programs provide expertly led experiential, outdoor adventures for a broad spectrum of groups. PLACES matter. And Outdoor Education programs at the historical Camp Fletcher intentionally & methodically deliver memorable experiences which take root and cause personal growth.
Child Care - Out-of-school time is a challenge for families. Working parents need to know their children are safe, & engaged in enriching activities under the watchful eye of vetted, trained mentors. At the same time, children & youth want to socialize with their peers, while needing programs led by healthy role models who will help them to discover their true self, appropriately direct their passions, & develop their own innate strengths. Day camp, weekend & after-school programs provide academic, character & leadership development-intentionally embedded in outdoor activities contributing to overall health and well-being.
Religious classification: None