Camp Fletcher utilizes outdoor activities to stimulate curiosity and the desire to learn.Programming is age specific and gives children and youth the chance to live, learn and share with others; the opportunity to discover and build their own individual skills; and a chance to become closely involved with the natural environment.
Program Outcomes
Children and youth thrive physically, emotionally and mentally when they spend adequate time out of doors in the natural environment.
Children and youth are more likely to retain what they learn from experience.
Future environmental crises will demand a generation of adult leaders with experience in, and appreciation for, the natural environment.
Camp experiences teach children social skills which serve them long after they leave camp.
A camp experience gives children and youth a sense of their own personal power as they learn to take care of themselves, becoming more independent
With each year that a child attends camp, new challenges and experience built upon each other make multiple years a developmental progression.
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'Programs In Action'
Summer Camp Programs....Much More Than Just Fun! An effective camp experience helps a child to become self-sufficient and builds self confidence. A positive week of character building with strong role models, combined with fun-filled activities, laughter and songs, can create a life-changing outcome. Learning to live together with others in a rustic setting and how to share responsibilities as a group can create an adventure that allows each camper to grow independently and positively. Summer Camp Programs are offered for youth ages 6 - 15. Learn More
Environmental Education - Class2Camp! Students have a role to play in ensuring that the environment we live in is healthy , and we have a role to play in assuring our students spend time out of doors. Camp Fletcher offers Environmental Education field trips to pre-school, elementary and middle school student in the fall and spring. Students will demonstrate and increased knowledge of environmental stewardship and learn to evaluate choices and responsible decisions concerning the environment using age appropriate curriculum in an outdoor classroom setting. Learn More2
Did You Know. . .? We have 'Overnight and Multi - Day Backpacking Trips' available for small groups and students. Participants plan and prepare trip routes, meals, and itineraries and put their outdoor skills to the test! If you would like to know more about this program, please contact:
Program Leader - Sara Smith:
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(205)428-1059 ext.
To learn more, request information or speak to a member of our leadership team, please contact:
Camp Fletcher5150 Fletcher Road Bessemer AL 35022 Tel:205-428-1059 Fax: 205-428-5405
Leadership Team
Director:Janis Barksdale:
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Office Administrator: Ginger Becker:
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