Camp Willard

Camp Willard

Camp Willard is a summer camp for 3rd through 12th grade Deaf and Hard of Hearing children. It will be held at Camp Crosley in North Webster, Indiana. The program at Camp Willard includes competetive and non-competetive games, team sports, swimming, arts and crafts, and many opportunities for social interaction. Camp Willard is named after William Willard, the founder and first superintendent of the Indiana School for the Deaf.

Philosophy

The Camp Willard experience allows Deaf and Hard of Hearing campers the opportunity to experience outdoor living, exploration of the environment, problem-solving, socialization and nature appreciation. Campers can interact with others to share common experiences and develop networking and friendships. This knowledge helps to broaden their view of the world and realize their individual potential. The primary language of Camp Willard is sign language and all Deaf and Hard of Hearing children are welcome to attend – regardless of signing ability.

Activities

Swimming, canoeing, sailing, kayaking, the Aqua Jump, the Sea Wasp Blob, the Iceberg fishing, water games, team sports, archery, riflery, drama, arts & crafts, horseback riding, high & low ropes, climbing/rappelling, and much more!

Staff

Camp Willard is staffed by trained Indiana School for the Deaf employees and Camp Crosley certified instructors. All our camp counselors have knowledge and experience in education, American Sign Language, Deaf culture, communication facilitation and leadership. By providing highly qualified staff we are able to provide each camper with opportunities for socialization with peers and adults, leadership development and personal growth.

Camp Crosley Facilities

400 acres of varying terrain including lakefront, woodlands, meadow, wetlands, and pastures along the shore of the Little Tippecanoe Lake
Modern cedar cabins equipped with electricity, ventilation, built-in bunks and many with adjoining bathhouses
Air-conditioned dining hall serving healthy, homemade meals
Extensive waterfront and equipment for lakeside activities
Challenge Course, Climbing Tower, Giant Swing, Rappelling, and more
Large auditorium and game room
Sport facilities for soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball, and more
Archery and Riflery Ranges
Two observatories equipped with 8 and 12-inch telescopes
100 ft. long Giant Slide
Giant Jumping Pillow
And much, much more!

Information

There will be two programs offered during the same week:

June 1-7, 2008

Traditional Camp: This program is for children ages 8-12 (or entering grades 3 through 6) and runs from June 1-7, 2008.

Adventure Camp : This program is for children ages 13-18 (or entering grades 7-12) and runs from June 1-7, 2008.


		Camp Willard Camp Willard is a summer camp for 3rd through 12th grade Deaf and Hard of Hearing children. It will be held at Camp Crosley in North Webster, Indiana. The program at Camp Willard includes competetive and non-competetive games, team sports, swimming, arts and crafts, and many opportunities for social interaction. Camp Willard is named after William Willard, the founder and first superintendent of the Indiana School for the Deaf. Philosophy The Camp Willard experience allows Deaf and Hard of Hearing campers the opportunity to experience outdoor living, exploration of the environment, problem-solving, socialization and nature appreciation. Campers can interact with others to share common experiences and develop networking and friendships. This knowledge helps to broaden their view of the world and realize their individual potential. The primary language of Camp Willard is sign language and all Deaf and Hard of Hearing children are welcome to attend – regardless of signing ability. Activities Swimming, canoeing, sailing, kayaking, the Aqua Jump, the Sea Wasp Blob, the Iceberg fishing, water games, team sports, archery, riflery, drama, arts & crafts, horseback riding, high & low ropes, climbing/rappelling, and much more! Staff Camp Willard is staffed by trained Indiana School for the Deaf employees and Camp Crosley certified instructors. All our camp counselors have knowledge and experience in education, American Sign Language, Deaf culture, communication facilitation and leadership. By providing highly qualified staff we are able to provide each camper with opportunities for socialization with peers and adults, leadership development and personal growth. Camp Crosley Facilities 400 acres of varying terrain including lakefront, woodlands, meadow, wetlands, and pastures along the shore of the Little Tippecanoe Lake Modern cedar cabins equipped with electricity, ventilation, built-in bunks and many with adjoining bathhouses Air-conditioned dining hall serving healthy, homemade meals Extensive waterfront and equipment for lakeside activities Challenge Course, Climbing Tower, Giant Swing, Rappelling, and more Large auditorium and game room Sport facilities for soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball, and more Archery and Riflery Ranges Two observatories equipped with 8 and 12-inch telescopes 100 ft. long Giant Slide Giant Jumping Pillow And much, much more! Information There will be two programs offered during the same week: June 1-7, 2008 Traditional Camp: This program is for children ages 8-12 (or entering grades 3 through 6) and runs from June 1-7, 2008. Adventure Camp : This program is for children ages 13-18 (or entering grades 7-12) and runs from June 1-7, 2008.