ADVENTURES FOR L.I.F.E CAMP ~ Weeklong resident and day camp programs for people with disabilities ages 12 and up.  Active program includes swimming, ropes course, kayaking, archery, horseback riding and traditional camp skills.  Resident camp held at  Friendship Center near Dodgeville.  Day camp sessions are at Blue Lotus Farm and Retreat Center near Newburg.  One week of day camp especially for young people with autism.  Transportation from Milwaukee with pick up points along I-94 on the way to Dodgeville and along I-43 to Newburg included in the fee. Contact:  Nancy Pickett; 414-937-2098; email:  npickett@mcfi.net; website: www.mcfi.net.

BARRIER-FREE CABIN IN THE WOODS High Cliff State Park ~ Buckhorn, Blue Mound, Copper Falls, Kettle Moraine, Kohler-Andrae, Mirror Lake, Potowatomi, Richard Bong State Recreation Areas.  For reservation forms: WI DNR - Parks & Recreation, P.O. Box 7921, Madison, WI  53707-7921; 608-266-2181 or TTY 608-267-2752; email: wipark@dnr.state.wi.us; website: www.dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/access/cabin.html 

CAMP COURAGEOUS OF IOWA ~ Year-round recreation, respite care & travel camp.  Traditional and adventure activities offered, like rock climbing, low rope courses, swimming, canoeing, nature, crafts & more. Persons with disabilities (ages 3 and up).  Sessions and fees are $3.15/hour per camper, but no one is turned away for lack of funds.  Travel Camp is for campers of all abilities, some trips wheel chair accessible.  Contact:  Stephen Fasnacht for Week Long Camps x ext. 2310, Camp Courageous of Iowa, 12007 190th St., Box 418, Monticello, Iowa 52310-0418; 319-465-5916; email: sfasnacht@campcourageous.org; website: www.campcourageous.org

Camp Eden Wood ~ Eden Prairie, MN ~ located in the SW suburbs of the Twin Cities.  Resident camp/resort for children and adults, ages 5 and older, with and without developmental disabilities. Traditional and specialty sessions vary in length with options for respite weekends to extended stay.  To register contact: Friendship Ventures, 10509 108^th St. NW, Annandale, MN  55302; 800-450-8376, email- fv@friendshipventures.org; website: www.friendshipventures.org

Camp Friendship ~ Annandale, MN ~ 60 miles NW of Twin Cities on Clearwater Lake.  Resident camp/resort for children and adults, ages 5 and older, with and without developmental disabilities.  Traditional and specialty sessions vary in length with options for respite weekends to extended stay.  Contact: Friendship Ventures, 10509 108^th St. NW, Annandale, MN 55302; 800-450-8376; email: fv@friendshipventures.org; website: www.friendshipventures.org

CAMP LEE MAR ~ Lackawaxen, PA ~ 7 week summer program for ages 5-21.  Also rookie summer sessions available for first time campers (1/2 sessions).  Private residential special needs camp for children and young adults with learning and mild to moderate developmental challenges.  A structured environment, individual attention and guidance are emphasized at all times.  Campers enjoy traditional camp activities PLUS academics, speech and language therapy, music and art therapy, daily living skills, sensory-motor-perceptual training, and computers.  Heated pool and air-conditioned buildings.  Contact: Camp Lee Mar, c/o A. Segal, 805 Redgate Rd., Dresher, PA 19025; 215-658-1708 or FAX 215-658-1710; email: gtour400@aol.com ; website:  www.leemar.com

CAMP LuWiSoMo ~ Wild Rose ~ Designed for ages 8-adult, this program offers week long residential camping sessions for people with developmental disabilities, eight weeks in the summer and two weeks in the winter.  Activity options include Bible Study, singing, swimming, horseback riding, & crafts.  Campers must be able to care for own hygiene and be ambulatory.  Minimum staff/camper ratio 1:2.  Contact:  Camp LuWiSoMo, W5421 Aspen Road, Wild Rose, WI; 54984; 920-622-3350 or FAX 920-622-4960, email: camp@luwisomo.org ; website: www.luwisomo.org

CAMP MATZ ~ Watertown ~ We offer week long residential camps for individuals who have cognitive and physical disabilities.  Activities that are offered – chapel, sing-a-long, cookouts, nature and many more activities.  Our camp sessions are open to individuals ages 8 and up. For schedules and fees contact: Camp Matz, 1-800-369-4636, ext. 6507 or email: Dwinter@blhs.org

Camp New Hope ~ McGregor, MN ~ located 100 miles north of the Twin Cities.  Resident camp/resort for children and adults, ages 5 and older, with and without developmental disabilities.  Traditional and specialty resident camp sessions.  To register contact: Friendship Ventures, 10509 108^th St. NW, Annandale, MN  55302; 800-450-8376, email; fv@friendshipventures.org; website: www.friendshipventures.org

CAMP RED LEAF ~ Ingleside, IL ~ Year round recreation, respite camp weekends and travel camp.  Week long sessions for ages 9 and older.  Traditional camp activities plus lake, pool, and adventure activities.  Contact:  Camp Red Leaf, 847-740-5010; email: awarner@jcys.org; website: www.jcys.org

CAMP WAWBEEK ~ Wisconsin Dells ~ Located on 400 beautifully wooded acres near Wisconsin Dells.  Easter Seals Camp Wawbeek provides camping experiences for children and adults ages 7 and up with physical disabilities, cognitive delay and other disabilities.  There is always something to do and everything is wheelchair accessible.  There is boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, basketball, painting, obstacle courses or you can try flying through the air on a zipline!  For campers of all ages, there's time to relax, talk with new friends and hang around with people who love and respect you for who you are.  There are weekend and summer sessions available.  Contact:  Easter Seals WI Camps, 101 Nob Hill Road, Suite 301, Madison, WI  53713; 800-422-2324 EXT. 124; email: camp@wieasterseals.org; website: www.eastersealswisconsin.com

RESIDENTIAL CAMP SANDY WHEELS ~ Mt. Morris ~ Located at Mt. Morris Camp and Conference Center.  Serving individuals ages 5 and up having a physical or cognitive disability in Adams, Calumet, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, Marquette, Outagamie, Waupaca, Waushara, and Winnebago Counties first and if openings are available outside these counties.  Two one-week camp sessions are held each year.  Specially trained counselors and volunteers offer special attention to each camper making as normal as possible the camping experience.  There are also dances, talent shows, awards, swimming, crafts and bonfires in the evening.  Contact:  Cerebral Palsy of Mideast Wisconsin, P.O. Box 1241, Oshkosh, WI 54903-1241; 800-261-1895 or 920-424-4071; email: cpmideastwi@vbe.com

CAMP WINNEBAGO ~ Caledonia, MN ~ Dedicated to serving the recreational needs of adults and children with developmental disabilities ages 6 - 70.  We offer week long residential camping sessions and various travel trips.  We offer activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, music and drama, sports, fishing and other nature activities.  We specialize in providing a "Fun Though Accomplishment" atmosphere and focus on our campers abilities rather than their disabilities.  Situated on 116 acres in beautiful southeastern Minnesota, Camp Winnebago also provides family camping and off-season cabin, dining hall and kitchen rentals.  For further information please call 507-724-2351 or visit our website at www.campwinnebago.org.

THE CHRISTIAN DISCIPLE FARM ~ Sullivan ~ This is a day camp for any child with special needs (ages 3-20) and their parents and siblings. The camp is $25 per person (with a max of $100 per family). Activities include: rock wall climbing, fishing, games, nature activities, and crafts. This camp is a day camp/vacation bible school that is held from Aug. 11-15, 2008 at Raspberry Hill Farm near Sullivan, WI.  Volunteers are also needed as personal buddies for campers with special needs. For more information and registration forms, call Ken or Sue Rheingans at (414) 807-3193 or go to www.christiandisciplefarm.com 

INSPIRATION CENTER ~ Walworth ~ Our ministry offers 5 one week sessions of residential camp for adults with developmental disabilities.  In 2006 is a two week camp session for adults with developmental disabilities.  Also we offer 4 weeks of camp for youth and adults with physical disabilities.  We also offer 8 sessions of respite care camps throughout the school year.  Located in Lake Geneva area of SE Wisconsin, we offer campers – swimming at our indoor pool, horseback riding, pontoon fishing trips, adaptive tree climbing, zip wire, sports, crafts, campfires, inspirational chapel speakers talent shows, and camp trips to Milwaukee Zoo, The Fireside, Brewer's-Cubs games, Lake Geneva Boat tours and more!  Contact: Inspiration Center; PO Box 948, Walworth, WI 53184; 262-275-5753; email: inspcenter@inspirationministries.org ; website: www.inspirationministries.org

JESUS LOVES THE NATIONS ~ Osceola, WI ~ Cristo Vive International provides a 5 day camp to children and youth with disabilities; 7 to 18 physically challenged; 7 to 29 mentally challenged.  Activities include: outdoor activities, sports, games, crafts, music, dance, drama, puppets, friendship and much more.  Each camper will have a friend to mentor and spend time with during the duration of the camp.  For more information visit our web site at www.cristovive.net or email us at cvi@cristovive.net

MOON BEACH CAMP ~ St. Germain/Pilgrim Center, Ripon ~ Owned by the United Church of Christ – offers both youth camps and family camps.  All are welcome, some scholarships available.  Several cabins and common buildings are ADA compliant.  Campers take part in traditional summer camp activities, as well as lots of free time.  Excellent meals and a great place to stay.  Children and families with special needs are encouraged to register for the weekly family camp sessions.  Contact:  Moon Beach Camp, 7250 Birchwood Dr., St. Germain, WI  54558; 715-479-8255; or Pilgrim Center, W1010 Spring Grove Road, Ripon, WI  54971; 920-748-6750 email: mbc@ucci.org ; website: www.ucci.org 

SPECIAL TOUCH MINISTRY - SUMMER GET-AWAY ~ Waupaca ~ Wisconsin Summer Get Away dates are June 23 – 27, 2008 Registration deadline:  Postmarked by May 26, 2008.  Ages 10 through Senior Adult and families – offering a summer retreat experience for people with mental and/or physical disabilities.  Programs available in OK May 19 – 23; IL May 26 – 30; AZ June 2 - 6; CO June 9 – 13 ; IA June 30 – July 4; KY July 21 – 25; APP July 29 - Aug 1; AR Aug 4 – 8; So CA Aug 11 - 15; NJ Aug 18 – 22; MN Aug 25 – 29 and FL Aug 25 – 29.  Trained caring volunteer staff with functionally appropriate recreation and programming.  Chapel services and Bible studies offered along with music concerts and afterglows.  Water activities available in most areas including swimming, boating, fishing, paddleboats, etc.  Professional medical staff on grounds.  Special Touch Ministry – Central Processing, P. O. Box 25, Waupaca, WI  54981; 715-258-2713; Check website www.specialtouch.org for downloadable applications  email: summergetaway@specialtouch.org

TRAIL BLAZERS ~ Trail blazers is designed for active older teens to adults with mild to moderate cognitive delays and no physical disabilities.  The session is packed with trail rides, dances, cookouts and campfires.  You'll be swimming, canoeing, hiking, careating art, fishing, playing sports, making new friends and singing.  You can even take trips into Wisconsin Dells or test your skills on our ropes course.  Most of all, you will enjoy the company of friends and staff.  There's an experienced councelor for every three campers, so campers are always safe while they're on the go!  Contact:  Easter Seals WI Camps, 101 Nob Hill Road, Suite 301, Madison, WI  53713; 800-422-2324 ext. 124; email: camp@wi.easterseals.com;  website: www.eastersealswisconsin.com 

WISCONSIN BADGER CAMP ~ Prairie du Chien ~ Overnight camp for youth and adults with developmental disabilities with one session for children ages 3 – 13, one session for young adults ages 14 – 25, and 8 sessions for adults over 18.  WBC does not turn away anyone due to geographic location or severity of disability.  Travel and primitive programs are also available for those looking for a little more adventurous outdoor experience.  Camperships are available to those in need.  Contact:  Carissa Miller, Wisconsin Badger Camp, P.O. Box 723, Platteville, WI  53818; 608-348-9689; email: wiscbadgercamp@centurytel.net ; website: www.badgercamp.org

WISCONSIN ELKS / EASTER SEALS RESPITE CAMP ~ Wisconsin Dells ~ If your loved one has mild to severe physical or cognitive disabilities, or has multiple disabilities and requires more individual attention, our camps may be a good fit for you.  The Wisconsin Elks/Easter Seals Respite Camp is a fully accessible facility on 400 beautifully wooded acres located near Wisconsin Dells.  Campers are matched one-on-one with a trained counselor in order to provide the best possible care.  Medical care is provided by a nurse, who is on site 24 hours a day.  There are weekend and summer sessions available.  Contact:  Easter Seals WI Camps, 101 Nob Hill Road, Suite 301, Madison, WI  53713; 800-422-2324 ext. 124; email: camp@wi.easterseals.com;  website: www.eastersealswisconsin.com

WISCONSIN LIONS CAMP ~ Rosholt ~ Located on beautiful Lions Lake, free, one-week camp sessions are available at the Wisconsin Lions Camp near Rosholt, WI for children and adults ages 6 and above who are deaf and hard of hearing, or blind or visually impaired, children ages 9-17 with mild cognitive disabilities, and children 8-16 with diabetes.  Swimming, boating, campouts, tripping programs, teambuilding, and conferences, as well as Family Camp weekend programs for families with a member who has a disability.  Contact: Wisconsin Lions Camp, 3834 County Road A, Rosholt, WI  54473; 715-677-4969; email: info@wisconsinlionscamp.com  website: www.wisconsinlionscamp.com

WISCONSIN UNITED METHODIST CAMPS ~ Special needs camps for young adults (ages 18 - 39) and adults.  Campers must be able to care for own basic daily living needs. Contact: United Methodist Camping Office, P.O. Box 620, Sun Prairie, WI  53590; 608-837-3388; website: http://www.wisconsinumc.org/camps

YMCA CAMP MATAWA ~ Campbellsport WI ~ With more than 130 acres of pines, open fields and 30,000 acres of adjacent state forest, YMCA Camp Matawa offers a wide variety of activities that challenge and inspire campers.  YMCA Camp Matawa strives to offer a positive experience for campers of all abilities. Campers with disabilities are welcome to attend any session of camp during the summer.  In order for us to provide the most successful experience for your camper, please contact the Camp Matawa office by June 1st if your camper has special needs and will require additional staffing or if you have any questions or concerns. You will find more information about the types of camping experiences available at Camp Matawa by contacting our office at 262-626-2149; website: www.matawa.org  

TRIPS AND TOURS

ABLE TREK TOURS ~ Fully escorted/chaperoned vacations for people with special needs.  Branson, Colorado Dude Ranch, Florida, Nashville, Door County, and one-day tours (baseball, shows, celebrations).  Over 40 vacations for all budgets & interests.  Pick-ups in Madison, Milwaukee, Platteville, Wisconsin Dells, LaCrosse, Appleton and Oshkosh.  Interest free payment plans available.  Contact:  Able Trek Tours, P.O. Box 384, Reedsburg, WI  53959; 800-205-6713 or 608-524-3021; email: ddouglas@abletrektours.com ; website:  www.abletrektours.com

ADVENTURES FOR L.I.F.E TRAVEL ~ Join us in 2008 when some of our travels include: an Anime convention in Minnesota, backpacking in Door County, and following the Yellow Brick Road to a Wizard of Oz Festival in Indiana.  Contact:  Nancy Pickett; 414-937-2098; email:  npickett@mcfi.net; website: www.mcfi.net.

ANOTHER CHOICE, INC. ~ Fully chaperoned vacations and tours for the traveler who needs assistance and enjoys the luxury of a small group. Check out our website for the new destinations for 2008!  Our website is www.acitours.com and has some great pictures and all the forms you need to make a reservation.  Traveling from the east coast to the west coast this year: including Oregon, Florida, Texas and Virginia.  Plus a holidy cruise to Cozumel Mexico.  ALL COSTS are included in the trip fee, all tours are wheelchair accessible and payment plans are always available.  Contact Another Choice, Inc., 2766 Jacquelyn Drive, Madison WI, 53711 or call toll free at 866-273-3309.  Email us at sab@charter.net or check out our website and contact us there.  Thank you for making Another Choice your choice.

CAMP COURAGEOUS TRAVEL PROGRAM ~ For high functioning adults.  Trips may include locations such as Nashville, Black Hills, Toronto, and a Caribbean Cruise.  Contact:  Jeanne Muellerleile, Camp Courageous of Iowa, 12007 190th St., Box 418, Monticello, Iowa 52310-0418; 319-465-5916; website: www.campcourageous.org

INSPIRATION TOURS ~ We specialize in small groups of 8-10 designed for adults with disabilities that may need personal care and wheelchair accessibility.  We also spend time in inspiring daily devotions and prayer.  Our trips are based out of Inspiration Center (Southeast-WI).  Contact: Inspiration Ministries, PO Box 948, Walworth, WI 53148; 262-275-5753 email: inspcenter@inspirationministries.org

OFF THE BEATEN PATH ~ Tours for ambulant developmentally disabled adults.  (Hawaii, Florida, California, Branson, Nashville, Colorado and Christmas Trips)  Our Gold Card Club features lower prices for the more independent traveler. Contact:  Off the Beaten Path, P.O. Box 853, Faribault, MN  55021; 800-221-3155; email: info@otbp.info; website: www.otbp.info

LAMERS TOUR & TRAVEL SPECIAL NEEDS TOURS ~ Lamers serves travelers who need additional assistance while traveling.  These special tours are designed to enlighten and expand each traveler's view, to allow travelers to discover and pursue leisure interests and to increase self-confidence and self-worth.  Some choices for overnight tours include Packers Weekend, CMA Fan Fair, Black Hills, Niagara Falls, NY, and Branson.  Day tours are also available with some choices being Shedd Aquarium, Lambs Farm, Wisconsin Opry, Edelweiss Cruise, WI State Fair, Milwaukee Zoo, Packers Preseason, etc.  Contact: Lamers Tour & Travel Special Needs Tours, 1825 Novak Drive, Menasha, WI  54952; 920-832-9922, 800-932-0807 Ext 10727, email: darciel@golamers.com; website: www.lamerstouor.com

SEARCH BEYOND ADVENTURES ~ Over 150 yearly tours for adults with disabilities.  Choices include Orlando, Memphis, Nashville, Branson, Las Vegas, Chicago, NYC, Washington DC, Toronto, plus dozens of other destinations, including cruises, Europe, and Australia.  Many tours are wheelchair accessible.  Payment plans available; Travel by comfortable mini-coach instead of a van!  Pick up locations throughout WI.  Family and care providers welcome to attend at a discount rate.  Contact: Search Beyond Adventures, Inc., 4603 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, MN  55407; 800-800-9979; email: travel@searchbeyond.com; website: www.searchbeyond.com

STATE PARK CAMPING TRIPS ~ Trips based out of Camp Friendship.  Small group vacations for teens and adults with developmental disabilities.  Trips planned July to August with focus on horseback riding, biking, and fishing.  Contact: Friendship Ventures, 10509 108th St. NW, Annandale, MN  55302; 800-450-8376; email: fv@friendshipventures.org ; website:  www.friendshipventures.org

VENTURES TRAVEL ~ provides tourist, fishing, and other vacations for individuals and groups who benefit from supervised travel.  Experienced and caring staff lead trips year-round to: Branson, Disney World, Chicago, NASCAR, San Diego, Black Hills, Seattle, Washington DC, Nashville-Memphis, lakeside resorts and much more.  Groups kept small to allow for personal care and attention.  Many of our travelers have needs that preclude their participation in more traditional vacation programs, including Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, Asperger syndrome and attention deficit disorder, for example.  Visit our website: www.venturestravel.org.  Contact Ventures Travel, LLC, 10509 108th Street NW, Annandale, MN 55302.  Email: vt@venturestravel.org or call 1-866-692-7400.