SOAR offers high adventure summer camps designed specifically for youth and young adults between the ages of 8 and 25 diagnosed with ADHD and LD. Each of our summer camp programs promotes friendships, increase self-confidence, and develop life skills.

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Located in the Mountains of Western North Carolina for 78 years, we emphasize canoeing and kayaking, sailing, hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, horseback riding, and wilderness trips. The program is non-competitive, to reduce pressure and encourage experimentation with new ideas and skills.

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We emphasize personal growth and confidence building through a non-competitive, self-directed program that centers on outdoor skill development and wilderness trips.

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Camp Pinewood
Hendersonville, NC
Camp Sew Couture Charlotte
Charlotte, NC

Learn everything it is to know about Fashion from industry professionals. Students will learn: how to develop their own brand, public speaking/presentation skills, sketching, sewing, fashion history, patternmaking, and much much more!

Camp Kanuga
Hendersonville, NC

Since 1931, Camp Kanuga campers have been forming lifelong friendships, experiencing new adventures and exploring their faith in our welcoming Christian Community. As one of the nation's longest running programs accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), we exceed the industry leader in setting standards for camp program quality and youth development education.

WB Surf Camp Teen Costa Rica Surf Adventure
Wilmington, NC

Come join our Teen Costa Rica Surf & Adventure Camp for the two week surf experience of a lifetime!

Abrakadoodle Mixed Media Art & Drawing Camps at Blessed Sacrament School
Burlington, NC

Mixed media, multicultural art camp for preschool & elementary. Drawing camps for elementary. Curriculum exceeds the National Standards for the Visual Arts.

North Carolina Outward Bound
Asheville, NC

Take on real challenges, have real adventures and relate to real life with North Carolina Outward Bound. Navigate the wilderness, build technical outdoor skills, make new friends, challenge yourself and gain valuable leadership skills. Rock climbing, white water canoeing, backpacking and more. Scholarships available.

Engineering Camp Charlotte
Charlotte, NC

Engineering Camp Charlotte gives campers fun and exciting engineering design challenges - allowing kids to work hands on every day to learn the engineering disciplines

Pinewoods Montessori Summer Camps in Hillsborough, NC
Hillsborough, NC

Based on the Montessori philosophy, Pinewoods in Hillsborough offers a variety of one week camps to suit toddlers, preschoolers and elementary age children.

Devine Farms Summer Day Camp
Newton, NC

Devine Farms summer camps will provide an engaging environment where campers will deepen their connection to the soil, plants, and animals that are the sources of their food. All camp sessions integrate hands-on farm and food activities, outdoor exploration, farm-based arts & crafts, and so much more.

Zaniac Summer STEAM Camps
Cary, NC

Build confidence and gain an academic advantage at Zaniac with our award-winning programs and Summer STEAM Camps! Weekly themes include: Technology & Design, Science & Engineering, Robotics & Computer Science, and Zane Math Camp.

Inclusive Summer Horse Camp
Mebane, NC

Children with and without disabilities will enjoy a week of riding, learning about horses, arts and crafts, and playing indoors and out!

LKN Gym Academy & Dance Commotion Summer Camps
Denver, NC

Gymnastics, Dance & Cheerleading Camps! All levels can join in the FUN! Boys & Girls, Ages 3-15 Even if you've never tried these sports before, these camps are for you!

Camp Graham
Henderson, NC
Camp High Rocks
Cedar Mountain, NC

Camp High Rocks is a small camp for boys in the mountains of Western North Carolina. High Rocks is a place for fun and learning, for challenge and adventure, and for living in an environment that is geared to a camper's needs and interests.

iLIVE Fitness Boot Camp for Kids
Winston Salem, NC

iLIVE Fitness Sports for youth athletes is a highly-energized program that will motivate and teach participants how to live a healthy and fit lifestyle. Athletic program includes Body Diagnostics Tests, Performance Evaluation, Fitness Education, C.A.R.S. Training and a Weekly Fitness Routine.

Camp Invention - North Carolina
Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Durham, Clayton, NC

A week long summer enrichment day camp offered in your local elementary schools for children in second through sixth grades.

iWalk the Eno Science & Nature Camp
Durham, NC

iWalk the Eno Science & Nature Camp helps children learn & grow in nature’s classroom.The camp is in Orange and Durham counties at Eno River State Park, which offers many opportunities to camp, hike, & splash in a natural wonderland.





General Notes About Camps in the State of North Carolina

North Carolina’s warm summer climate is perfect for outdoor activities, with sunny days that are ideal for hiking, swimming, and team sports. The mild evenings offer a comfortable environment for campfires, stargazing, and group activities, ensuring a balanced experience between exciting daytime adventures and relaxing nights. The climate is well-suited for a variety of camps, from sports programs to outdoor exploration, making it an ideal state for enjoying summer to the fullest.

North Carolina’s geography offers an incredible variety of environments that make it an ideal location for a wide range of summer camps. In urban centers like Charlotte and Raleigh, day camps thrive, focusing on arts, education, and sports, with easy access to local parks, museums, and cultural attractions. As you move toward the rural and natural areas of the state, the landscape shifts dramatically, providing ideal settings for outdoor adventure camps. The Blue Ridge Mountains offer breathtaking vistas, perfect for hiking, rock climbing, and wilderness exploration. Campers can immerse themselves in nature through outdoor programs that focus on conservation, environmental studies, and sustainable living. Further east, the Outer Banks provide stunning coastal landscapes, offering opportunities for water-based activities like kayaking, fishing, and environmental education focused on coastal ecosystems. North Carolina’s diverse landscapes—from mountains and forests to beaches and wetlands—ensure that every camper can find an ideal environment for exploration and learning.

The state’s diverse ecosystems, ranging from coastal wetlands to mountain forests, offer abundant opportunities for environmental education. Whether exploring the marine life of the Outer Banks or studying the flora and fauna of the Appalachian Mountains, New Carolina’s camps focus on ecological education, wildlife conservation, and sustainability. Campers engage in hands-on activities like habitat restoration, wildlife tracking, and water quality testing, all designed to help them understand the importance of preserving these unique ecosystems. North Carolina’s natural environments provide the perfect learning experiences for campers who want to connect with nature and gain a deeper understanding of environmental stewardship.