Camps
Below is a list of day and overnight camps in Kansas and Missouri that specialize in working with individuals with disabilities. ​
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Please note: Blue Valley School District #229 does not necessarily recommend or endorse providers included in this or any subsequent notices. All information provided on the following links is for information purposes only and should not be considered as an endorsement.
The mission of Camp Encourage is to provide youth with autism spectrum disorder meaningful experiences in which they build the knowledge, courage, and skills to be empowered participants in the community. Our camps take place at Tall Oaks Conference Center in Linwood, KS. Each camp session includes both traditional camp activities and activities tailored around the individual campers’ interests. Our Connections program offers day excursions in the Kansas City area that are well-designed and structured social opportunities tailored to support campers with ASD.
Camp Barnabas is a unique ministry providing Christian camping experiences to individuals with special needs and chronic illnesses, along with their families. Whether you are a camper, or serving as a part of a mission trip, we provide ministry and social experiences that increase spiritual knowledge, social learning, and human dignity. Our goal is to show others the love of Christ in every aspect of our ministry.
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Every summer SOAR Special Needs offers a week-long SOAR Special Needs Summer Day Camp open for all individuals with special needs ages 3 y/o and older. We offer camp in-person from 9 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday. SOAR Special Needs empowers families with special needs to SOAR in their local and faith communities.
The mission of Wonderland Camp is to provide a fun, inclusive and safe camp experience for children, teenagers and adults who have disabilities; to offer a respite from daily caregiving for their family members and caregivers; and to provide and nurture a personal development experience for volunteers and staff.
HTR invites kids with and without disabilities to join us for horse camp. Camps are separated into 3 weeks by age. Older kids needing a half day format are welcome to join us at Little Buckaroos.
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Inclusion Connections Summer Camp is the place to be every June and July! Our students love exploring Kansas City and visiting local sites such as the Kansas City Zoo, TimberRidge, Science City, and others. We also fill spring and holiday breaks from school with camps, providing access to healthy meals and exercise.
Additionally, we invite high school students to attend special PawsAbilities Camps where they get to see how our young adult trainees make dog treats and other Paws products. By including peer volunteers, our camps have inclusive, meaningful impact.
We understand that the vast majority of people with disabilities never have the experience of independently riding a conventional two-wheel bicycle during their lifetime. Research shows that over 80% of people with Autism and 90% of people with Down syndrome never experience this thrill. Defying these odds is why we exist!
For information or questions about this bike camp, please contact Lauren directly via e-mail at icanbikeOP@gmail.com or call 913-687-1681.