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Camp Harrison

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Summer Address:

   Boomer, North Carolina, United States

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DescriptionBack to top

Camp Harrison is a co-ed resident camp for ages 7-17. A place where values are acquired, self reliance and sportsmanship learned, and character and confidence built.  Campers will have the opportunity to explore and gain an appreciation of the environment while participating in traditional summer camp activities on both land and water. YMCA Camp Harrison at Herring Ridge is located in the Mountains of North Carolina, just 90 minutes from Charlotte between Lenoir and Wilkesboro.  There are 2,160 acres of woods, streams, and trails centered around our private 140 acre Lake Broyhill.  Camp Harrison is a branch of YMCA of Greater Charlotte and is committed to helping campers grow morally and spiritually.  Activities include: horseback riding, sailing, kayaking, high ropes, sports, crafts, mountain biking, target sports, teen leadership programs and more. One week sessions offer program variety and quality. Individualized instruction is standard with a 1:4 staff to camper ratio that permits personal attention and quick learning. ACA Accredited.

Camp Type:  Residential
Year Established: 2004
Gender: Coed
Age of Campers: 7 to 17 years old
Cost/Week: $651.00-$1000.00/wk
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Camp Owner(s):
YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Camp Director(s):
Dave Purcel

Nearest Large City: Charlotte
Off Season Rental:
Accreditations ?
YMCA
Camp Focus:
Adventure Camps: Mountain Biking
Adventure Camps: Ropes Course
Religious Camps: Christian
Sports Camps: Equestrian and Horseback Riding

Special Accommodations:
Food Allergies, n/a
ActivitiesBack to top
Art Activities:
  •  Drawing and Painting

Sports Activities:
  •  Volleyball

Adventure Activities:
  •  Survival Skills

Miscellaneous Activities:
  •  Team Building

SessionsBack to top

Main Camp:

Session 1: June 14 - 19

Session 2: June 21 - 26

Session 3: June 28 - July 3

Session 4:  July 5 - 10

Session 5: July 12 - 17

Session 6:  July 19 - 24

Session 7: July 26 - 31

Session 8: Aug 2 - Aug 7

Session 9:  Aug 9 - 14

LEAD - Teen Leadership Program

LEAD I A: June 21 - July 3

LEAD I B: July 19 - 31

LEAD II C: July 5 - 17

LEAD II D: Aug 2 - 14

LEAD III E: June 14 - July 10

LEAD III F: July 19 - Aug 14




See other camps in: Boomer, North Carolina