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Carilion's Camp Too Sweet

June 18-22, 2012

 

Elementary & Junior High

June 18-22 (Mon-Fri) for ages 8-13, grouped by ages:

Camp Too Sweet is a 5-day, 4-night safe, classic week of camp for children and teens who have Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.  The week is filled with fun and adventure, while helping children accept diabetes as a part of daily living.  Great counselors supported by licensed health professionals provide an unforgettable week filled with group games, nature, crafts, music and singing, campfires, swimming, low-ropes group challenges, creek exploration, hiking camp trails, orienteering and geocaching, polar bear swims, night activities, and educational sessions on diabetes care.  All campers will enjoy a day of River Tubing on the James River (see River Tubing description on page 13), and campers Jr High ages and older get to try our High Ropes Course!  The medical team monitors campers’ diabetes care 24 hours a day, and the camp provides delicious and healthy meals and daily snacks.  Education Day for parents is offered on Friday, June 22.  Camp Too Sweet is a memorable week of fun and adventure, and you will develop lasting friendships.  Space is limited; financial assistance available to qualified applicants.  Fee is $350, and you must register by May 11 at http://www.carilionclinic.org/Carilion/camptoosweet or call 540-224-4360 or 800-767-4745.

Senior High

June 18-22 (Mon-Fri) for ages 14-16:

Camp Too Sweet is a 5-day, 4-night safe, classic camp week for teens who have Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.  The week is filled with fun and adventure, while helping us accept diabetes as a part of daily living.  Great counselors supported by licensed health professionals provide an unforgettable week filled with group games, nature, crafts, music and singing, campfires, swimming, low-ropes group challenges, creek exploration, hiking camp trails, orienteering and geocaching, polar bear swims, night activities, and educational sessions on diabetes care.  We’ll enjoy a day of River Tubing on the James River (see Tubing description on page 13 of the Camp Bethel brochure, found HERE), and a session on our High Ropes Course!  The medical team monitors campers’ diabetes care 24 hours a day, and the camp provides delicious and healthy meals and daily snacks.  Education Day for parents is offered on Friday, June 22.  Camp Too Sweet is a memorable week of fun and adventure, and you will develop lasting friendships.  Space is limited; financial assistance available to qualified applicants.  Fee is $350, and you must register by May 11 at http://www.carilionclinic.org/Carilion/camptoosweet or call 540-224-4360 or 800-767-4745.

 

 

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