Sessions vary in length from two to eight weeks. These camps are owned and operated by community organizations such as the YMCA, YWCA, 4-H, Campfire, and Girls and Boys Clubs. Campers from all social and economic backgrounds join in a wide variety of activities for one to four week sessions Camps for Underprivileged and Inner-city Children Children from many different social and ethnic backgrounds attend these camps to have a fun summer experience. Many of these children have had difficulties in life and tend to be tough and streetwise. Camp is often the first rural experience for these children and is a place to learn and grow in a safe environment.
Sessions usually last one week.
These are all girl camps with a variety of activities following the traditional philosophies of the Girl Scouts and Girl Guides. Facilities are often rustic which promotes living in harmony with nature. Previous experience with scouts is not required and sessions last from one to two weeks. These camps emphasize a fun outdoor experience while promoting the values of Christian, Protestant, Catholic, or Jewish faiths at many different levels of commitment. It is usually not required that you are an active member of a particular faith to attend.