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Camp Abilities at Lions Camp Merrick

is a developmental sports camp for children with visual impairments who are 9-18 years old.

                                                                                                          

   

Camp Dates:

Campers: August 15th-17th, 2008

Counselors: August 14th-17th, 2008

 

 

**ATTENTION REGISTERED ATHLETES AND VOLUNTEERS**

Have you completed your medical form?  If not, please download and print this form to be completed by a doctor's office.  Lions Camp Merrick requires this form to be completed before a camper can participate in the program.  Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns.  /Documents/Lions Camp Merrick Medical Form.doc

 

 

Athlete Eligibility:

  • Athletes must have a visual impairment.
  • Must have a vision teacher.
  • Must possess verbal or sign communication skills.
  • Must be predominantly independent (bathing, toileting, dressing etc).

 

 

 

Volunteers:

Camp Abilities is looking for volunteers who will work on a 1:1 ratio with our student athletes. Responsibilities include: being a sighted guide for the athletes, being a mentor, buddy and friend. Someone who can build an athlete's self-esteem and confidence, both physically, socially and emotionally. To sign up please click on the Volunteer staff tab.

 

 

                                                           The Partnership

 
Camp Abilities and Lions Camp Merrick, through this partnership, will be able to offer a fun and challenging camp experience for individuals with visual impairments.
 
 
                                                    
 
                                                                    
 
Lions Camp Merrick is a beautiful residential camp facility located on 320 acres in southern Maryland. Camp is on the shores of the Potomac River, it is about about 40 miles south of Washington, D.C.