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Camps & Experiences

A collection of camps and experiential programs offering cancer patients and survivors opportunities for connection and adventure.

Camp Koru

Ages 19-39

Camp Koru

Camp Koru is a free adventure‑based wellness program for young adult cancer survivors (ages 19–39).

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Child Life on Call: Medical and Disability Friendly Summer Camps for Kids

Ages 18 and under

Child Life on Call: Medical and Disability Friendly Summer Camps for Kids

Child Life on Call provides a comprehensive directory of medical and disability-friendly summer camps.

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Dear Jack Foundation: Breathe Now Wellness Retreats

Ages 18-39

Dear Jack Foundation: Breathe Now Wellness Retreats

Breathe Now Retreats offer young adult cancer survivors (ages 18–39, at least one year post‑treatment) a restorative, supportive space to heal and reconnect.

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Dear Jack Foundation: LifeList

Ages 18-39

Dear Jack Foundation: LifeList

LifeList is a wish‑granting program for young adults in active treatment for life‑threatening cancer.

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Elephants & Tea: Young Adult Cancer Camp

Ages 18-39

Elephants & Tea: Young Adult Cancer Camp

YA Cancer Camp brings young adults together for a fun, relaxing sleep‑away weekend.

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Fight Colorectal Cancer: Colon Camp

Ages 18-39

Fight Colorectal Cancer: Colon Camp

Colon Camp is a free healing and wellness retreat for young adults (ages 18–39) in the US.

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First Descents

Ages 15-39

First Descents

First Descents offer free outdoor adventure programs for young adults affected by cancer or MS (diagnosed at ages 15–39; currently ages 18–45).

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Healing Pines Respite for Women with Cancer

All Ages

Healing Pines Respite for Women with Cancer

Healing Pines Respite offers free day and overnight retreat experiences for women in North Carolina who are undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment.

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Life Beyond Cancer Camp for Adult Cancer Survivors

Ages 18-39

Life Beyond Cancer Camp for Adult Cancer Survivors

Epic Experience offers week‑long adventure camps, regional meetups, and educational programs that support adult cancer survivors, thrivers, and caregivers.

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Man Up to Cancer: Gathering of Wolves

All Ages

Man Up to Cancer: Gathering of Wolves

The Gathering of Wolves (GOW) is Man Up to Cancer’s annual retreat for male cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers.

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Meg’s Smiles

Ages 25 or younger

Meg’s Smiles

Meg’s Smile Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides special experiences and gifts for children, teens, and young adults facing serious illnesses who live in North Carolina or receive care in North Carolina hospitals.

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Nik’s Wish

Ages 18-24

Nik’s Wish

Nik’s Wish supports young adults ages 18–24 facing cancer by granting meaningful wishes during an especially challenging stage of life.

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See You at the Summit

Ages 13-18

See You at the Summit

See You at the Summit offers medically supported wilderness programs for teens ages 13–18 experiencing cancer, helping them build resilience, connection, and confidence through nature‑based challenges.

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Send It Foundation

Ages 21-40

Send It Foundation

Send It offers multi‑day outdoor adventures for young adults (ages 21–40) facing cancer, giving them space to play, connect, and recharge beyond their diagnosis.

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The Cassie Hines Shoes Cancer Foundation: Base2Summit

Ages 18-40

The Cassie Hines Shoes Cancer Foundation: Base2Summit

The Cassie Hines Shoes Cancer Foundation supports young adults (18–40) facing cancer with a free 6‑day Base2Summit adventure survivorship camp and travel assistance for other cancer programs.

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True North Treks

Ages 18-39

True North Treks

True North Treks provides young adults (and select caregivers) affected by cancer the opportunity to attend multi-day wilderness backpacking, canoeing, mindfulness, and retreat-style programs at no cost to participants.

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Victory Junction

Ages 17 and under

Victory Junction

Victory Junction offers children with complex medical and physical needs a fully accessible, medically safe camp where they can explore, connect, and build confidence.

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Wild Horizons

Ages 10-22

Wild Horizons

Wild Horizons provides fully funded outdoor adventure trips for teenage cancer survivors, offering renewal, healing, and a break from the challenges of treatment.

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