HEALING AND THRIVING IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Camp Programs
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OPENING SEASON DAY CAMPS
Summer 2024
Opening season at Camp Dallas will offer day camps focused on environmental education, teamwork and immersive experiences through fishing and paddling, outdoor cooking and campfires, environmental conservation, outdoor exploration and unforgettable adventures.
Fishing for the Future
Campers will enjoy identifying different species of fish with interactive sessions on fish anatomy, lifecycles and habitats. Kids will then learn different fishing techniques, how to set up fishing poles and fish for the habitat at Atherton Lakes. After lunches focused on wholesome food with plenty of fresh fish, we will spend afternoons fishing, kayaking, and canoeing.
Kayaking with Kids
Head out on Atherton Lakes and learn boat/water safety, basic maneuvering, and experience the joy of paddling! Active bodies and the flow of water lead to clear and happy minds.
Canoeing for Calm
The serene sound of a canoe and paddle gliding through water can do wonders for our psyche. Participants will learn canoe maneuvering and paddling basics as they take to the open water with skilled instructors.
Cooking Outdoors
The joy of cooking a hot meal under a big, beautiful sky and surrounded by nature is rewarding to the soul…and even more so if you’re eating something you’ve caught made fresh all by yourself! Kids will learn (age appropriate) food safety and preparation as they turn their fresh catch into a fabulous feast.
Campfire Construction
Building a proper fire is one of the most primal, iconic skills that is often overlooked in our modern society. Students will learn how to construct and maintain a warm, crackling campfire for survival, cooking a fresh catch, or for plain and simple enjoyment.
Nature Walks
Proven in countless studies, walking outdoors relieves stress, improves brain function, and is a beautiful way to exercise. Campers will explore the beautiful landscapes that surround Camp Dallas while practicing presence and appreciation for our ecosystem and the natural world. .
Environmental Conservation
When we align ourselves with helping our home planet, we live and work with positivity and purpose. Campers will learn and practice hands-on ways we can promote environmentally conscious living and help our own communities do the same.
Outdoor Adventures
What awaits us out in vast landscapes and open waters? What haven’t we noticed before in our own backyards? Adventure surrounds us all - it just takes the right spirit and a willingness to take that first step! With each fear we conquer, we expand our comfort zones. At Camp Dallas, campers will explore on land and water while learning more and more about their own strengths and fortitude.
