Summer Camp Registration Reminder
Receive a reminder when summer camp registration opens for the upcoming summer.
Overnight Camp registration begins on January 16th, 2024. Total camp capacity is limited to 72 campers each week. This allows us to operate with a low staff-to-camper ratio of approximately 1:5.
Day Camp registration will begin on March 12th, 2024 if total camp capacity allows us to offer a day camp and maintain safe, high quality ratios. If available, Day Camp will run June 2-7, June 9-14, June 30 – July 3, July 7-12, and July 21-26. A decision on day camp offerings will be made by the end of February. Please watch this page for updates.
Registration Fee
The non-refundable registration fee is $40 and is due at the time of registration. Your camper is not registered for camp until the registration fee is paid.
Camp Rates
Overnight Camp: $695
Queer Camp: $695
Mini Camp (June 30-July 3): $425
Specialty camp fees are set by the program partners.
Generous financial aid is available. Income-based scholarships reduce the weekly cost to as little as $174 (75% discount). We aim to provide a week of camp to every young person interested in attending and will do everything we can to eliminate cost as a barrier to participation. Click here for financial aid information.
Camp Activities
Swimming pool time is provided daily. Campers choose their morning activities and engage in cabin activities in the afternoon. Activity choices vary slightly each week, and typically include:
• Archery
• Arts and Crafts
• Rock Climbing Wall
• High Ropes Course and Zipline
• Creekstomping and Environmental Education
• STEM Challenges
• Fishing
• Sports and Rec (Gaga Ball, Soccer, Basketball, and more)
• Culinary Arts
• Flow and Movement
• Theater Games
Sample Daily Schedule
Overnight camp runs from Sunday at 6pm (drop off) to Friday at 5pm (pick up).
8:00 AM
Wake Up, Prepare for the Day
8:45 AM
Breakfast, Morning Meetings
9:30 AM
Camper’s Choice Activity #1
11:00 AM
Camper’s Choice Activity #2
12:15 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM
Afternoon Break, Cabin Cleanup
1:30 PM
Cabin Group Activity
3:00 PM
Afternoon Snack
3:15 PM
Swimming Pool
5:00 PM
Campwide Social Time / Free Choice
6:45 PM
Dinner
7:30 PM
Campwide Evening Program
8:45 PM
Evening Snack
9:00 PM
Wind Down in Cabins, Shower
10:00 PM
Lights Out
| 8:00 AM | Wake Up, Prepare for the Day |
| 8:45 AM | Breakfast, Morning Meetings |
| 9:30 AM | Camper’s Choice Activity #1 |
| 11:00 AM | Camper’s Choice Activity #2 |
| 12:15 PM | Lunch |
| 1:00 PM | Afternoon Break, Cabin Cleanup |
| 1:30 PM | Cabin Group Activity |
| 3:00 PM | Afternoon Snack |
| 3:15 PM | Swimming Pool |
| 5:00 PM |
Campwide Social Time / Free Choice
|
| 6:45 PM | Dinner |
| 7:30 PM | Campwide Evening Program |
| 8:45 PM | Evening Snack |
| 9:00 PM | Wind Down in Cabins, Shower |
| 10:00 PM | Lights Out |
Is Jameson Camp only for kids with behavioral health needs?
No, everyone is welcome at Jameson Camp. While some of our campers have behavioral and mental health needs, our great ratios and strong supervision benefit all campers. The camp environment is an excellent place to build community and meet a diverse group of peers.
My camper has behavioral health needs. Will they fit in at camp?
Jameson Camp’s low staff-to-camper ratio of around 1-to-5 allows us to provide high quality supervision. Our out-of-ratio roaming behavior specialists allow us to better support campers with ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety, and other mild to moderate behavioral and mental health needs. If your camper need a 1:1 aide and/or is medically fragile and requires skilled nursing care, we can help connect you to a summer camp with those resources. At Jameson, campers should be able to complete activities of daily living (getting ready for bed, showering, etc) independently and they may not pose a safety risk to themselves or others.
2024 Traditional Overnight Sessions
Traditional Summer Camp
6 days, 5 nights
Sunday to Friday
Ages 7 -14
Under the supervision of well trained counselors, campers choose from a wide variety of activities, build relationships with their peers, practice independence, and enjoy time outdoors away from screens. All cabins are air conditioned with attached bathrooms.
Week 1: June 2 – 7
Week 2: June 9- 14
Week 6: July 7 – 12
Week 8: July 21 -26
PACK Leadership
6 days, 5 nights
Sunday to Friday
Ages 15 -17
Experienced campers and older teens looking to make an impact join PACK Leadership Camp. This program is designed to give campers the tools and opportunities they need to grow in Perseverance, Accountability, Courage, and Kindness.
Week 1: June 2 – 7
Week 2: June 9- 14
Mini Week 5: June 30 – July 3
Week 6: July 7 – 12
Week 8: July 21 -26
Queer Camp!
5 days, 5 nights
Ages 12-17
In partnership with Indiana Youth Group and sponsored in part by Indy Pride, Queer Camp provides a safe, accepting space for campers who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. At Jameson Camp, we believe gender affirming care is critical to the well-being of queer youth and the community as a whole. Is ‘queer’ okay to say?
Week 3: June 16 – 21
Week 7: July 14-19
Mini Camp
4 days, 3 nights
Sunday to Wednesday
Ages 7 -14
Mini Camp runs right before July 4th and is perfect for first-time campers to give them a preview of what overnight summer camp is like, kids who haven’t spent a night away from home, or anyone anxious about a full week of camp.
Week 5: June 30 – July 3
2024 Partner Overnight Sessions
2023 Kids AT Summer Youth Camp
6 days, 5 nights
Ages 9-17
Kids AT Summer Youth Camp gives Indiana National Guard children and youth aged 9-17 experiences that can positively impact their lives. Kids meet other kids with similar family and life experiences, learn fundamentals about the military service and create bonds with fellow campers and mentors that will last a lifetime. Registration is restricted to campers referred by the Indiana National Guard Child and Youth Program
Camp D.E.A.N.
2 days, 2 nights
Ages 12-17
At Camp D.E.A.N.’s (Determination. Enthusiasm. Achieving. New-Levels)’s substance use prevention mini-camp, youth build confidence and learn coping skills that help them break the cycle of addiction, avoid risky behaviors, and embrace healthy alternatives in a substance-free environment. Registration is restricted to campers referred by the The Papa House.
Week 1: June 5-7
Son of a Saint Camp
6 days, 5 nights
Ages 9-17
In partnership with Son of a Saint, Jameson Camp provides an enriching summer for New Orleans boys who are growing up without a father. Boys have the opportunity to enjoy recreational activities while broadening their horizons in a nurturing environment. Registration is restricted to boys enrolled in the Son of a Saint program.
Week 1: June 2 – 7
Week 6: July 7 – 12
Cancellation Policy
Jameson Camp has a limited capacity, and our cancellation policy is enforced to bring equity to all campers and ensure we can serve as many kids as possible.
The registration deposit is not refundable. A full refund of the camp fee (less the deposit) will be provided if cancellation request is submitted via email at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the camp session. A 50% deposit of the camp fee (less the deposit) will be provided if cancellation request is submitted at least 1 week prior to the start of the camp session. No refunds will be provided with less than 1 week’s notice, nor for no-shows.
To reschedule your camper’s week, please contact the camp office. Note that the cancellation policy timeline will be based off the initial camp reservation. Camp cannot be rescheduled then canceled as a way to change the refund amount.
Please contact us as soon as possible if your camper is unable to attend camp due to illness or injury. A doctor’s note may be required to ensure equity for other campers. We will work with you to reschedule or provide a partial refund.
If your camper leaves camp early for any reason, no refund is guaranteed as that spot cannot be refilled. If appropriate, we may work with you to reschedule to a later week.