Talisman Programs
Summer Address:
Zirconia, North Carolina, USAShow Phone #
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Off-Season Address:
Asheville, North Carolina, USAShow Phone #
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Talisman Programs are designed specifically for children and teenagers with ADHD, learning disabilities, Aspergers, and similar social and behavioral needs. Our activities focus on building confidence, promoting responsibility, and providing a successful summer camp experience.
Base Camp offers kids ages 6-14 a typical summer camp experience with the structure and social skill guidance needed for success. Activities include backpacking, rafting, rock climbing, and swimming. Mini camp gives younger kids a 1-week introduction to Base Camp. Academics adds experiential classroom activities to Base Camp.
Our Teen Programs take teens (14-17) on small-group adventures, where they build problem-solving skills while increasing their personal sense of responsibility. The can choose from an
Sight and Insight are designed for youth with Aspergers or high-functioning autism. Activities promote friendship-making and communication skills in a nurturing environment.
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Camp Type:
Year Established: 1980 Gender: Coed Age of Campers: 6 to 17 years old Cost/Week: $651.00-$1000.00/wk Religious Affiliation: None Camp Owner(s): Aspen Education Group Camp Director(s): Linda Tatsapaugh Nearest Large City: Asheville, NC Off Season Rental: No Accreditations ? |
Camp Focus:
Adventure Camps: Backpacking Adventure Camps: Canoeing Special Needs Camps: Aspergers Special Needs Camps: Autism Special Needs Camps: Learning Disabilities and ADHD Special Accommodations: ADD, |
General Sports
Swimming
Adventure Activities:
Backpacking
Canoeing
Hiking
Kayaking
Rock Climbing
Wilderness
Miscellaneous Activities:
Team Building
Travel/Trips
Sessions range from 1 to 5 weeks.
2007 Season begins June 9th and end August 15th.

