Summer Program

The Summer Camp Program encourages children with chronic illness to participate in one of twelve week-long, diagnosis-specific camps by arrangement with their hospital or professional organization. It encourages physical achievement and social development through specialized activities. PKRC hosts over 700 campers each summer. In partnership with hospitals, health organizations, and families, PKRC offers fun and inspiring camps for kids and teens from across the state of Texas. Summer camps provide activities and adventures for children with disabilities or chronic illness, and offer experiences not otherwise available to these incredible kids.

SUMMER 2012 SCHEDULE

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2012 SUMMER STAFF APPLICATION WORD DOCUMENT

2012 SUMMER STAFF APPLICATION PDF DOCUMENT

While at the camp, kids can explore fun, safe, age-appropriate and ability-appropriate activities such as:

Hiking / Nature Trail	Archery	Art/Crafts	Low Ropes Course
Bird Viewing and Animal Tracking	Playground	Movies	High Ropes Course
Fishing	Sportcourt	Drama	30 Foot Climbing Wall
Swimming (outdoor pool)	Miniature Golf	Dance	75 Foot Zip Line
Dinosaur Tracks	Star Gazing	Campfire	Indian Campground

Kids love camp and parents love camp!...but it’s not just camp. Activities are designed not only to be fun, but ALSO:

Build physical strength!	Foster emotional well-being!	Discover inner strength!
Create lasting self-confidence!	Improve social skills!	Enhance coping skills!
Increase self-confidence!	Develop independence!	Encourage communication skills!
Reduce anxiety and stress!	Make new friends!	Try new things!