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Accommodations: Supporting Every Camper

Accommodations: Supporting Every Camper

At Camp Southern Ground, inclusion isn’t a feature – it’s the foundation of our Summer Camp program. In this blog, Admissions and Inclusions Manager Melissa Zehe shares how our intentional accommodations create an environment where every camper can thrive. From...

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Story of Hope: Generation WE

Story of Hope: Generation WE

At Camp Southern Ground, we believe in the power of inclusion – and so do our friends at Generation WE. Founder and Executive Director Annie Totten created Generation WE to bring knowledge, curiosity and insight into embracing all differences through the power of...

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Preparing Your Child for Camp

Preparing Your Child for Camp

In recent years, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has reported significant increases in youth mental health challenges, including anxiety and depression. Experts point to factors like increased screen time and reduced opportunities for independence and...

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Let’s Get Outside

Let’s Get Outside

Spark Joy, Imagination, and Resilience in Your BackyardAt Camp Southern Ground, we know there's magic in the great outdoors. From building forts in the woods to racing through obstacle courses, kids don't just have fun outside—they grow, learn, and thrive. Whether...

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Celebrating Every Child

Celebrating Every Child

April is the perfect time to honor What Different Can Do—from Diversity Month to World Autism Month to the Month of the Military Child, we’re celebrating what makes us beautifully unique. At Camp Southern Ground, inclusivity isn't just a goal; it's at the core of...

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Unplug and Reconnect

Unplug and Reconnect

Tech-Free Fun for Kids In today's digital world, screens are everywhere—phones, tablets, computers, and TVs demand our attention at every turn. While technology has its place, taking a break from screens is essential for kids' mental, emotional, and physical...

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Fueling Wellness with The Remedy Kitchen

Fueling Wellness with The Remedy Kitchen

As winter fades and the world bursts into color, March symbolizes a time of growth, renewal, and resilience. At Camp Southern Ground, we embrace this season by nourishing both body and mind—and one of the best ways to do that is through food. The Remedy Kitchen, our...

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An Inclusive Model

Our residential program, one of the first in the country to be accredited by the National Inclusion Project, makes summer camp at Camp Southern Ground so much more than just a week away from home.