Camp Pinewood offers American Camp Association-accredited residential sessions with more than 28 activities in a lakeside Blue Ridge Mountains setting.
children seeking a residential summer camp experience
campers interested in water sports, equestrian activities, and outdoor recreation
rising 2nd through 4th graders attending a first overnight camp session
Blue Star Camps offers six age- and gender-specific summer camp divisions in North Carolina, with creative arts, equestrian, waterfront, and outdoor adventure activities.
Children and teens seeking a North Carolina summer camp
Campers interested in creative arts, equestrian activities, sports, nature, or waterfront programs
Families seeking Jewish programming integrated into summer camp
Inside Out has delivered customized experiential education since 1994, offering school programs from hours to multiple days with rafting, climbing, and backpacking.
schools seeking customized outdoor education for grades 5 through 12
student groups needing team-building and leadership activities
corporate retreats and employee team-building programs
How much do educational summer camps in the Henderson area cost?
Camp Wayfarer publishes 2027 session fees ranging from $2,175 to $9,925. Pricing for the other listed programs is not provided here and may depend on session length or group customization.
What ages do these camps serve?
Camp Pinewood has first-timer sessions for rising 2nd through 4th graders and a Counselor-In-Training program for rising 11th and 12th graders. Other options range from Highlander's ages 6–16 programs to Adventure Treks' ages 12–19 trips.
Are any programs available for school groups instead of individual campers?
Inside Out creates customized outdoor education programs for grades 5–12 and can deliver them on school campuses, in parks, or at forests. Programs last from a few hours to multiple days.
Which camps offer medical or safety credentials?
Camp Pinewood is American Camp Association accredited, has American Red Cross First Aid-certified staff, and provides nurses adjacent to the health center 24 hours a day. Inside Out lists Wilderness First Responder and Swiftwater Rescue certifications.
Which option is best for a teen seeking a longer wilderness trip?
Adventure Treks offers 10- to 30-day programs for ages 12–19 in destinations including Alaska, British Columbia, Peru, and Slovenia. New students complete an admissions questionnaire, health history, and school character reference.