LAKE GEORGE – Camp Moki is a weeklong family Camp, provided free of charge, located at the Bear’s Den on beautiful Lake George. Camp Moki serves families who have a child or family member that has a special need or a life-threatening illness. The Camp is named after a very special donor, who helps to make these life-changing experiences possible. It is a name she is called by her grandchildren.
In conjunction with the Upstate NY Autism Awareness organization and Kids Need More, Camp TLC has developed a model that provides families, who have children with special needs or a life threatening illness, an overnight family camp experience. While the parents enjoy activities such as yoga, painting classes or are enjoying the peacefulness of the Lake, their children excel at Camp through activities that help to develop their social skills.
Sessions are designed to work with each camper’s sensory issues. Special events include a Petting Zoo, Horse Rides, Graffiti Party and the Showcase of Talents.
Camp TLC designed this program to give families a week of recreational experience on Lake George and the opportunity to see camp through their child’s prospective. Enjoy Camp classes with your child or take some time to meet and visit with other families attending Camp.
Camp is free of charge to all participating families. Dinner will be provided daily. Each cabin has a full bathroom and kitchenette. Gift cards will be provided to offset the cost of breakfast and lunch.
Experiences include:
– Camper classes (dance, art, music) and
– Family experiences such as miniature golf, swimming, boat cruises, etc.
The results are miraculous:
“Thank you for helping us {to} keep the fun and social aspect alive in our lives – particularly the positive attitude! It means everything to feel that my son is appreciated and wanted at your camp. You guys make a life saving difference. Keep up the great work, and may God bless your path!”
– Parent of Camp Moki Camper, Saratoga Springs (2014)
“I love it here, they even like me too – the children and the adults!”
– Camper at Camp Moki, Saratoga Springs
“This is his second year coming to camp. He loves playing games. And he enjoys being with other kids. He feels more accepted here, more like he belongs.”
– Jen Dahlstrom, parent of Camp Moki Camper, Saratoga Springs
“I want to thank you and all the people who dedicate their time and energy to make this much needed camp available for those children who might never be able to go to camp.”
– Moki, Saratoga Springs (2014)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Space is limited and all applications will be chosen based on a lottery system.
Dates of Camp are June 25 – 29
Applications are due by May 15, 2017
For more information, please call Caroline Baumis at 917.363.5154 or Kristin Howarth at 518.791.2703. All applications need to be scanned and sent to cbaumis@thecamptlc.org
Camp TLC is a free camp experience that connects children who have experienced medical or life trauma by offering unique ways of coping through recreational and performing arts based activities, and developing necessary skills and building self-esteem to overcome challenges.
For more information about Camp TLC and Camp Moki, visit Camp TLC’s Website
Thank you to 2017 Partners and Sponsors!
Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust
Charles R. Wood Foundation
The Christopher Daily Foundation
Golub Foundation
J.M. Mc Donald Foundation
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region
Stewart’s Holiday Matching Gift Program
Upstate New York Autism Alliance (Hosting Partner)
