Camp has meant so much to her over the years.something to look forward to. Cathy enjoys the arts & crafts and activities, but I think what she loves most is just feeling accepted and part of something. When I drop her off she is always welcomed with open arms, love and excitement. She can't wait to see her old friends, some of them she's known for over 40 years, and make new ones. "Every year my aunt, Cathy, looks forward to Adult Special Camp at Camp Sumatanga. I cannot imagine my life without Special Camps. I personally enjoyed summer camp growing up, and I love being able to share camping with people of all ages and abilities. Many of my former students have been involved in the special camp experience as campers beginning as children through adulthood. As a professional educator in the field of special education, it has been a blessing to spend time with campers who teach me as much as I teach them. Special Camps has been a part of my life since 1979 and is something I still treasure each year. Through fun activities, music, crafts, and chats at mealtime, I have made many friends and always look forward to camp in the summertime.Īllison Hendrix - Special Camps Volunteer It is no surprise that we talk about, and look forward to, the camps all year long!įrom the moment I arrived at Special Camps over a decade ago, I felt like I joined a big family! The campers have taught me so much, and have shown me how to cheer others on, how to be a good friend and how to see the best in others. This organization has not only given me the opportunity to use my spiritual gifts to serve others, but the campers are so loving that they minister to me. Today, with the support of more than 100 volunteer counselors, nurses, program organizers and directors, we serve approximately 150 campers.Ĭampers at Special Camps will have a fun outdoor camp experience and learn about Christ’s love, while creating lasting friendships with other campers and volunteers. Special Camps is no longer an organization associated with the United Methodist Church, but rather a Christ-focused nonprofit with a vision to bring joy and enrichment to the lives of special needs individuals and their loved ones. The camp was a success and thus began Special Camps.įor more than 40 years, the legacy of sharing God’s love and joy in a camp setting has continued because of the relationships built by the campers, volunteers and families/guardian of campers. A team was formed, volunteers recruited and the message sent out to potential campers. In 1975, the need for a safe and fun camp environment for children, youth and adults with special needs was identified and brought to the attention of the North Alabama Conference of the United Methodist Church.
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