Imagine a camp where all the campers, many of the counselors, and maybe even some of the doctors and nurses have diabetes. These are summer camps geared specifically for kids with diabetes. Most diabetes camps offer the same fun stuff as other summer camps — like hiking, canoeing, volleyball, archery, and swimming — but they also offer a chance to learn about diabetes and see how other kids manage it. It’s also a great place to make new friends with diabetes!

Here is a partial List of Summer Diabetes Camps in the Carolinas (JDRF is not affiliated with any summer camps)

Camp Adam Fisher, June 13-20, 2015 (Application Deadline: April 17th)

Camp Carolina Trails: June 14-20, 2015 (Payment Due: May 14th)

Camp Victory Junction: July 5-9, 2015 (Application Deadline: April 1st)

Camp Needles in the Pines: July 26-31, 2015 (Application Deadline: May 15th)

For more camps across the country, please visit the Children With Diabetes website’s Camps Section