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1 | Select Your State | Name of Camp | Dates | Website URL or Contact Info | 1-2 Sentence Description of Camp | ||||||
2 | Alabama | Summer Camp at HKS | June | https://www.aidb.org/domain/3357 For questions, contact our office at: (256) 761-3251. | Summer Camp at HKS is a fun life-skills event designed to discover and build upon your child’s talents, skills and strengths. Small-group activities include arts and crafts, music, sensory integration, water play, horse-back riding, simple food preparation, and community outings in a safe and supportive environment with low adult/student ratios. It’s fun, meaningful and educational! After camp, parents receive a detailed assessment report, explaining your child’s strengths, weaknesses, and recommendations, as well as information about possible AIDB enrollment, if interested. The application process begins around March of each year, and camp lasts for one week each June. Space is usually limited to only 12 campers, so don’t wait long to apply! | ||||||
3 | Arizona | ASL Arizona Total Immersion Program | July 8-12 | https://www.aslaztotalimmersion.com/ | This is a great place for all levels of signers – from beginning to advanced – to learn ASL and Deaf Culture. It is the mission of ASL AZTI to offer the nation’s leading American Sign Language programs. We believe this is accomplished by offering the most interactive, comprehensive and effective workshops and immersion programs available. ASL AZTI adheres to the philosophy that native signers are the most equipped to instruct ASL students concerning their language and culture. Our ASL Instructors come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences and demonstrate awesome skill in the classroom. | ||||||
4 | Arizona | Camp Abilities Tucson | June 4-19 | https://www.campabilitiestucson.org/ | Camp Abilities is a privately funded educational sports camp for children and young adults who are blind, deafblind, or have multiple disabilities including visual impairment. The camp provides sports instruction, adapted to individual needs, and 1:1 coaching for each child. Camp Abilities Tucson serves 25-30 athletes with visual impairments each summer. | ||||||
5 | California | Camp Grizzly | July 30-August 5 | https://www.campgrizzly.org/ | Camp Grizzly, sponsored by NorCal Services for Deaf & Hard of Hearing offers a week-long Youth Leadership program dedicated toward enriching the lives of America’s Deaf, Hard of Hearing and KODA youth, through leadership activities, building self-esteem, celebrating cultural pride and sign language, while providing memories to last a lifetime in a FUN and SAFE environment. Dates for Campers (ages 7-15) July 30-Aug 5 Dates for CITs (AGES 16-18) July 29-Aug 5 Dates for Staff (ages 19+) July 28-Aug 5 | ||||||
6 | California | Enchanted Hills Camp | Various Sessions: June 4-August 13 | https://lighthouse-sf.org/ehc2023/ | Enchanted Hills Camp and Retreat serves blind children, teens, adults, deaf-blind, seniors, as well as families of the blind. Since 1950, Enchanted Hills has provided valuable opportunities for recreation in a fun, challenging and accessible way. Located on 311 acres on scenic Mt. Veeder, Enchanted Hills is just 10 miles west of Napa, California. Founded in 1950 by Rose Resnick, Enchanted Hills was the first camp of its kind on the West Coast, to fill a void as there was not one recreational facility for blind children to explore, thrive and gain confidence. Owned and managed by the LightHouse, Enchanted Hills retains much of its original character while benefitting from constant structural improvements. | ||||||
7 | California | International Listening Spoken Language (LSL) Session | June 18-30 | https://www.jtc.org/services/intl-en-preschool-session/ | Program Provides: Parent classes and discussions Spoken language preschool Audiology consult and hearing test Counseling and support groups Parent/child guided interactions Coaching with LSL specialists | ||||||
8 | California | KODAWest Camp | July 2-8 | https://www.kodawest.org/ | KODAWest is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization which serves hearing children with parent/s who are deaf. Their mission is to bring these KODAs (Kids Of Deaf Adults) together in a support/peer group type of environment, such as camps and cultural enrichment programs. With this unique fellowship, these children will gain confidence and wisdom which will help them develop a better understanding of, and ability to embrace their two worlds: the hearing and the deaf. This organization also aims to provide resources and support workshops to deaf parents who face common issues while raising their KODAs. | ||||||
9 | Colorado | Rocky Mountain Deaf School annual summer camp | June 5-16 | Stephanie Carson, scarson@rmds.co | Rocky Mountain Deaf School has an annual summer camp that is open to preschool through incoming 12th graders (graduating Seniors are not eligible). Our students who are 15 and older attend the camp through a partnership with DVR in order to develop job exploration counseling, self advocacy, and workplace readiness skills. June 5 – 16 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday. | ||||||
10 | Georgia | GROW | June 25-July 1 | https://www.gcdhh.org/youth-programs | GROW is a week-long summer camp in which high school students will spend a week preparing for post-graduation employment by learning soft skills, teamwork, and communication tactics as well as going on group field trips to different locations to learn from working professionals. | ||||||
11 | Georgia | STEM | JUNE 11-16 | gcdhh.org/stemhands | A Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math camp for Deaf and Hard of Hearing high school students. | ||||||
12 | Idaho | Ready! Set!! Go To Work!! | June 11-16 | contact Kristy Buffington, 208-490-3017, kristy.buffington@iesdb.org | IESDB’s Summer Work Readiness Camp is designed for deaf/hard of hearing (DHH) students ages 14-21 who want to gain resources that will lead them to successful long-term gainful employment. o One week of camp includes - all classroom, leadership activities, field trips, teamwork, meals and dorm room. o Four weeks of paid employment in your home community with on-the-job training educators and any necessary accommodations for success and independence. o Social and professional network of possible employers, peers and mentors Applications due by March 17th , space is limited Camp will be held on the Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind Campus | ||||||
13 | Illinois | Camp Lion - Youth Week | June 25-July 1 Youth Week | https://lionsofillinoisfoundation.org/camp-lions/youth-camps/ | Youth 7yrs-17yrs of age Youth Camp for Low Vision/Blind and/or HoH/Deaf | ||||||
14 | Illinois | Camp Lion - HoH/Deaf Youth Week | July 16-22 | https://lionsofillinoisfoundation.org/camp-lions/youth-camps/ | Youth 7yrs-17yrs of age Youth Camp for Hard of Hearing/Deaf Only | ||||||
15 | Illinois | Camp Lion - Youth Week | July 30-August 5 | https://lionsofillinoisfoundation.org/camp-lions/youth-camps/ | Youth 7yrs – 17yrs of age Youth Camp for Hard of Hearing/Deaf and Low Vision/Blind | ||||||
16 | Illinois | Stan Mikita Hockey School For The Deaf And Hard Of Hearing | June 11-18 | https://ahiha.org/programs/annual-hockey-school/ | During the week of hockey school, AHIHA will provide bus transportation daily to transport the hockey players and their families, to and from the ice arena from the host hotel and back. AHIHA also provides three evening meals during the week. There is a Closing Reception following the Awards Ceremony on the last day (Saturday) of the hockey school. Estimated hotel room cost: $115 per night (plus taxes). Hockey School Participants are responsible for travel and accommodations, meals (that are not provided by AHIHA) and transportation other than the bus. | ||||||
17 | Illinois | Chicago Park District | Varies | https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/chicagoparkdistrict/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=deaf%20%26%20hoh&viewMode=list | The Chicago park District runs full year of activities for deaf youth and adult. For details and upcoming summer camps, contact Sarah Faber at sarah.faber@chicagoparkdistrict.com or Tim Owens at timothy.owens@chicagoparkdistrict.com | ||||||
18 | Indiana | Camp Alexander Mack | TBD | http://indeafcamps.org/ | Indiana Deaf Children’s Camp Camp Alexander Mack Dates: To Be Determined 1113 E Camp Mack Rd Milford, IN 46542 http://indeafcamps.org | ||||||
19 | Indiana | 2023 Listening and Spoken Language Camp | June 11-16 | Email: hearcamp@hearindiana.org Call/text: 317-995-3319 www.hearindiana.org/camp | Camp is open to ages 8 – 18. Today nearly all families that have children with hearing loss are choosing amplification and a listening and spoken language approach. That means that rather than learning sign language and attending special schools, these children are part of the hearing world. Most of these kids learn to speak as well as their typical peers. There is only one problem; these kiddos may feel alone in a world where they are neither hearing nor deaf. Our camp will always be the place where these children and teenagers can feel completely relaxed among their peers. Our campers love participating in all the typical outdoor camp activities so much that they often do not notice the self-advocacy and leadership skills that have been embedded into each exercise. Additionally, deaf and hard of hearing mentors are integrated into our camp so that everyone has a role model for success. | ||||||
20 | Iowa | University of Iowa for Deaf & HOH Camp | July TBD | Contact: Shayla Stater, 712-308-1094. | One week long camp at the University of Iowa for Deaf & HOH students (age 14-17) in July for students that are connected to Iowa VR & Iowa Department for the Blind VR services. The focus will be on work based learning tours, self-advocacy skills & social engagement. | ||||||
21 | Michigan | DHH Family Day Camp | July 15 | Registration will be available in May through Michigan Department of Education-Low Incidence Outreach: https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmdelio.org%2Fevents&data=05%7C01%7CKirshJ%40michigan.gov%7Cd7227f24f82a45bb402b08db0df82816%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C638119131699151986%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Wc5dBzWXvZwE4qwmrcSfy79bj8uawEVFHmFL8ppyzz8%3D&reserved=0 | Engage in outdoor activities at Camp Tuhsmeheta! Families with children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing are invited to a summer day camp. Participants will engage in a variety of outdoor activities such as swimming, crafts, rock climbing, canoeing and more. Lunch and dinner will be provided. Cost: $5 per family. | ||||||
22 | Michigan | DHH Family Day Camp | August 26 | Registration will be available in June through Michigan Department of Education-Low Incidence Outreach: https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmdelio.org%2Fevents&data=05%7C01%7CKirshJ%40michigan.gov%7Cd7227f24f82a45bb402b08db0df82816%7Cd5fb7087377742ad966a892ef47225d1%7C0%7C0%7C638119131699151986%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Wc5dBzWXvZwE4qwmrcSfy79bj8uawEVFHmFL8ppyzz8%3D&reserved=0 | Wrap up summer while engaging in outdoor activities at Camp Tuhsmeheta! Families with children who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing are invited to a summer day camp. Participants will engage in a variety of outdoor activities such as swimming, crafts, rock climbing, canoeing and more. Lunch and dinner will be provided. Cost: $5 per family. | ||||||
23 | Minnesota | Deaf Camp | Contact Jim | Jim Kelly is the Dean of Students overseeing this program jkelly@msdb.k12.mt.us | Deaf Camp is for deaf and hard of hearing students between the ages of 9-14 (7 and 8 year-olds will be considered on a case-by-case basis). This week-long program offers a great opportunity for deaf and hard of hearing children who attend schools in their home districts to be with other children who communicate like they do. This is a powerful antidote to the isolation deaf and hard of hearing students experience. It also gives them an opportunity to further develop their language skills. | ||||||
24 | Pennsylvania | The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Summer Academy | July 16-26 | https://www.dli.pa.gov/Individuals/Disability-Services/odhh/Pages/Summer-Academy.aspx | The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Summer Academy here in Pennsylvania is a VR-funded summer youth program whose primary focus is on teaching high school students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind the skills and knowledge they need to successfully transition from high school to work. | ||||||
25 | Texas | Various | Varies | Contact us at SOC@tsd.state.tx.us, (V) 512-462-5329, (VP) 512-982-1646 to learn more about our summer offerings. | Summer offerings for deaf youth can be found here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/c7ce6920-8035-4fc7-aa03-2ad7e5265ae4 (electronic digital booklet in English). En Español: https://indd.adobe.com/view/90867652-4b9f-4d44-90b9-ab769760116d (electronic digital booklet in En Español). | ||||||
26 | Vermont | Green Mountain Lions Camp 2023 | Teens (13+): July 9-16; Youth (8-12): July 16-22 | https://greenmtnlionscamp.wixsite.com/gmlcamp | Campers in each session participate in a number of activities. Weather permitting, there will be water and swimming activities every day and a camp fire each night. Other daily activities include Learn-ing Opportunities, sports and games, arts & crafts, team building and occasional special events and field trips (see below). We encourage campers to teach others, be leaders, and develop pride in themselves; they are offered opportunities to do so throughout their time at camp. | ||||||
27 | Virginia | Virginia Map Your Future | July 19th through 21st 2023 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRBwDUVMCzk | Deaf and Hard of Hearing Camp for 14-21 year olds in Virginia, contact Traci Branch for more information! Traci.Branch@dars.virginia.gov | ||||||
28 | Minnesota | Pathways to Life 2023: Game of Life | June 20-30 (weekends included) | https://msad.msa.state.mn.us/academics/summer-transition-program | Students practice interviews, learn community transition resources, explore careers, and make new friends to get ready for post-secondary adulthood life! * For ESY students: Indicate Extended School Year (ESY) in student's IEP. Resources and guidance in writing the indication are available (see attached letter). NOTE: If current students' ESY hasn't been indicated due to IEP meeting timeline, the student/child can still apply. Can send updated IEP with ESY when appropriate. * Costs for ESY students: No charge to Parents/Guardians. Most, if not – tuition, room, board costs are covered by MDE, MNCDHH, and VR. * Costs for Non-ESY students: Total room, board, and tuition is $1,800. Check with a Vocational Rehabilitation counselor for possible financial support. * Contact pathwaystolife@msa.state.mn.us to discuss additional services and accommodations (e.g. interpreter, para, intervener, transportation etc). | ||||||
29 | Tennessee | Camp Dove | April 28 - 30, 2023 | www.christpres.org/campdove | Camp Dove is in it's 21st year of existence! Our focus is empowering Deaf youth (ages 7 - 14) to become leaders through camp experiences! | ||||||
30 | Minnesota | Camp UBU | June 25-30, 2023 | https://www.campubu.com/ | Camp UBU is for Deaf & Hard of Hearing campers who have completed 2-8th grades. Camp UBU serve campers from Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa. | ||||||
31 | Minnesota | Camp Sertoma | July 9-14 | https://www.campsertoma.com/ | Camp Sertoma is a place where deaf and hard of hearing children come and meet people just like them, without communication barriers. Campers are from both rural and metro areas of the Great Plains regions (Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska. | ||||||
32 | North Dakota | North Dakota School for the Deaf/Resource Center Summer Camp | June 19-23, 2023 | https://www.ndsd.nd.gov/ | Since 1987, NDSD Summer Camp continues to provide a wide range of educational and recreational experiences. Campers will participate in a variety of typical camping activities such as swimming, canoeing/kayaking, arts and crafts, horseback riding, climbing, lawn games and more. For more information, voice/text Linda Ehlers at 406-360-7427 or by email at: Linda.Ehlers@k12.nd.us | ||||||
33 | Ohio | Ohio School for the Deaf | Various from June 6-July 28, 2023 | https://osd.ohio.gov/schools-and-programs/osd-summer-camps/osd-summer-camps-2023 and contact info is Jay McChesney, Summer Camps Coordinator, VP: 380-800-1390 | The Ohio School for the Deaf offers multiple summer camps for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, entering grades K-12, and live in Ohio. All camps are located on the OSD Campus and are Residential camps unless noted otherwise. Campers arrive Sunday before camp. All camp grades are the grade the camper will be entering in the Fall of 2023-2024. | ||||||
34 | Alabama | Deafquake | July 10-14, 2023 | Deafquake.org | Deafquake offers a Christian Camp to Deaf and Hard of Hearing boys and girls age 8 and up to recently graduated high school seniors. | ||||||
35 | Alabama | STEM Academy Transition Program | June (3 weeks) | https://www.aidb.org/Page/3934 | Open to Southeast United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Prepare for the transition from high school to college! Improve your academic skills. Develop leadership skills. Enhance your college readiness. Meet new friends. Experience life on a college campus. | ||||||
36 | Florida | STEM Academy Transition Program | July (3 weeks) | https://www.aidb.org/Page/3934 | Open to Southeast United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Prepare for the transition from high school to college! Improve your academic skills. Develop leadership skills. Enhance your college readiness. Meet new friends. Experience life on a college campus. | ||||||
37 | Alabama | STEM in Agricultures | June (1 week) | https://www.aidb.org/Page/3934 | Open to Southeast United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Explore how robotics are used in farming and learn through fun, hands-on labs about nutrition, soil science biology, and coding! Build a robot that will plant, water, and maintain a good environment for crops! Enjoy meeting new friends and participating in recreational activities. | ||||||
38 | Alabama | GenCyber | June (1 week) | https://www.aidb.org/Page/3934 | Open to Southeast United States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas. Students will explore potential careers in cybersecurity through hands-on experiences in programming, digital forensics, cryptography, networking, and online safety. Enjoy recreational activities provided by our team every day! | ||||||
39 | Vermont | Green Mountain Lions Camp | youth 8-12 years 7/7-7/13 teens 7/14-7/27 | greenmtnlionscamp@gmail.com | situated in northeast kingdom of Vermont this is residential camp for deaf and hard of hearing kids.The language at camp is ASL | ||||||
40 | South Dakota | Camp UBU — You Be You! | June 23-28, 2024 | CampUBU.com | We serve campers who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing who are from Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska. Our staff are all deaf and hard of hearing and this camp is deaf led. 25+ combined of experience! | ||||||
41 | Oregon | Camp Taloli | July to August | https://www.taloali.org/ | The summer camp program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children is a place where campers learn new skills, set goals, care for the earth and share new experiences with both old and new friends. | ||||||
42 | Oregon | Camp Taloali Summer Camp | July 28-Aug 3 & Aug 4-10 | Taloali.org/summer-camp | Swimming lessons, rope low & high challenging courses, performing signing/singing, arts & hands on crafts, Santiam River fishing, archery, Wilderness Survival Night out and Beyond | ||||||
43 | Pennsylvania | Camp HERO | July 29- August 2, 2024 | Gocamphero.org | Camp Hero is a camp for children ages 8 through 17 who are deaf and hard of hearing. All forms of communication are supported at Camp HERO. The camp promotes social growth, creativity, self-expression and self-confidence. The campers enjoy activities such as swimming, paddle boating, fishing, rock wall climbing, bonfires, scavenger hunts, crafts, activities associated with the yearly theme, and building friendships that will last a lifetime. | ||||||
44 | New York | Explore Your Future | Session 1 - (July 6-11) Session 2 - (July 13-18) | https://www.rit.edu/ntid/EYF#:~:text=Session%20I%20of%20EYF%20will,and%20transportation%20to%20our%20campus. | Explore Your Future is located in Rochester New York. This camp is mainly for Deaf and Hard of Hearing, it offers campers opportunity to explore their skills in various fields. | ||||||
45 | Illinois | Camp Launch | July 8-11 | https://www.siue.edu/access/deaf-services/CampLaunch | Camp Launch is a combination of learning, growing, and fun! Campers will participate in a training program provided by 360 Degree Academy to help with pre-employment transition skills needed to enter college and/or obtain employment. Campers will also keep busy painting with a Deaf artist, do team building exercises with mini horses, explore campus, play games, and much more! | ||||||
46 | District of Columbia | Discover College and Careers | June 15 - 22, 2024 | https://gallaudet.edu/youth-programs/summer-youth-camps/discover-college-and-careers/ | Discover College and Careers (DC²) is designed for deaf and hard of hearing students entering grades 10-12. Students should come ready to work on developing their transition plans, identifying their interests and skills through career assessments, and exploring potential careers with Gallaudet University’s schools. | ||||||
47 | District of Columbia | Bison Sports Camp | June 23- 30, 2024 | https://gallaudet.edu/youth-programs/summer-youth-camps/bison-sports-camp/ | Bison Sports Camp is intended for incoming 9th to 12th grade students as of Fall 2024. Campers will dive into the heart of Gallaudet University’s dynamic sports scene, choosing from 19 collegiate sports activities daily. | ||||||
48 | Connecticut | Camp Isola Bella | Youth Session June 23, 2024 -July 5, 2024 Ages 8-12 Teen Session July 14-July 26, 2024 Ages 13-17 | https://www.asd-1817.org/programs/camp-isola-bella | A wide range of activities are offered to provide appropriate challenges for the wide range of skills and interests campers bring to the island. Campers will keep up their skills and learn many new ones through our fun leadership and literacy activities that are woven throughout the program. | ||||||
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