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Camp Thunderbird

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   Lake Wylie, South Carolina, USA
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2008 CAMP INFORMATION Since 1936 there have been opportunities for adventure, fun, and friendship at Camp Thunderbird. It is one of the finest Resident Camping programs anywhere, located on Lake Wylie, SC outside of Charlotte, NC. Nationally recognized water programs, which include wakeboarding and waterskiing. Over 28 land activities including: horseback riding, skating, ropes course, sports, and crafts. Our activities are designed to provide campers with an exciting and safe experience. ACA accredited and a 4:1 camper to counselor ratio promotes an environment that helps children grow in spirit, mind, and body. Address: One Thunderbird Lane – Lake Wylie, SC 29710-8811 Phone: 800-732-3855 Fax: 704-716-4101 Email: Campers@campthunderbird.org Web Site: www.campthunderbird.org Session Length: One and Two Week Directors: Dave Purcell – Brad Rippetoe – Chad White – Brittany Teal
Camp Type:  Residential  Day
Year Established: 1936
Gender: Coed
Age of Campers: 16 to 16 years old
Cost/Week: $651.00-$1000.00/wk
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Camp Owner(s): YMCA
Camp Director(s): Dave Purcell
Nearest Large City: Charlotte, NC
Off Season Rental: Yes
Accreditations ?
ACA YMCA
Camp Focus:
Sports Camps: Wakeboarding
Sports Camps: Waterskiing
Traditional Camps: YMCA Camps
Art Activities:
  •  Arts and Crafts

Sports Activities:
  •  General Sports

Adventure Activities:
  •  Sailing

2008 Sessions SESSION 1 – JUNE 8-13 SESSION 2 – JUNE 15-27 SESSION 3 – JUNE 29-JULY 11 SESSION 4 – JULY 13-25 SESSION 5 – JULY 27-AUG. 8 SESSION 6 – AUG. 10-15