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Experiences & Adventures For All Abilities - True Friends
2018 Camp Catalog

                    Experiences & Adventures

                        For All Abilities
Experiences & Adventures For All Abilities - True Friends
Welcome to true friends                                                                       CONTENT
                                                                                                         4    About True Friends                               10 Camp Friendship
      Camp is only a few months away and we are excited to welcome you for another
                                                                                                         4    Support for a Successful Experience              14 Camp Eden Wood
      life-changing summer experience. True Friends provides campers with the opportunity
                                                                                                         6    Camp Courage                                     16 Camp Courage North
      to explore their interests, build confidence and make connections with individuals who
      turn into forever friends.                                                                         8    Camp Adventure Trips                             18 Transportation
                                                                                                         9    True Strides                                     19 A Day in the Life of a Camper
      With every new season True Friends has the opportunity to enhance each camper’s
      experience. Recently, True Friends made changes, based on feedback from campers
      and their caregivers, that will complement our programs in regards to care ratios,
                                                                                                  Registration Steps
      service transitions, and transportation opportunities, as well as making a more attentive
                                                                                                    1. Choose your session.
      camp experience.
                                                                                                    2. Apply for your session either online or through a paper application.
      In 2018 campers and their caregivers will notice the following changes:
          • Camp Eden Wood will now offer care ratios at 1:1 and 1:3 to                                     Apply Online: Visit www.truefriends.org/register-pay to apply online. Returning campers from
                                                                                 NEW FOR                      2014+, please enter the camper’s name exactly as it has appeared on previous applications.
             provide a higher level of care for all.
                                                                                  2018!                       Please review the information and confirm it is up-to-date. If you need instructions to apply online,
          • True Friends Respite "Extend Your Stay" program will be offered                                  visit the link above. To provide your deposit or payment via credit card please call the Customer
             in a different way in 2018. Six, eight and 10-day sessions are offered                           Relations team at 952.852.0101 or send a check made out to True Friends to: True Friends,
             at Camp Courage and Camp Friendship.                                                             10509 108th St. NW, Annandale, MN 55302. Please include the campers name in the memo line.
          • Many Camp Courage North off-site check-ins will now occur                                        pply Via US Mail: Campers can download the application from truefriends.org/forms or call to
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             at Camp Courage in Maple Lake, MN.                                                              request a paper copy. Mail your application, forms and deposit or payment to:
          • On the program grid pages, you will notice a required deposit amount for each          		True Friends, 10509 108th St., NW, Annandale, MN 55302
             program. Applications will not be processed until a deposit has been received.            (you may email the form to registration@truefriends.org).
             Learn more about deposits on page 3.                                                    Deposits are required to attend camp. Applications will not be confirmed or processed until a
                                                                                                    	
          •Based on Federal regulations, True Friends will not be able to serve campers            deposit has been received. Deposits will be applied toward the total cost. Deposits can be paid
             who receive cannabis or synthetic THC. If you have specific questions call              by credit card or check. Deposits are not required for individuals using waivered funds to pay for
             952.852.0105.                                                                           their session.
      The True Friends mission and vision continue to guide our thinking when it comes              	        ow to Pay For Camp: True Friends offers a variety of ways to pay for your camping session
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      to providing experiences and adventures for all abilities. We are honored to have the                  including:
      opportunity to serve you, your family and the greater community with life-changing                        A. Pre-payment options.
      experiences.                                                                                              B. Monthly payment installments. Consider making monthly payments throughout the year.
      We look forward to seeing you this summer.                                                                C. One-time payment of balance in-full.
                                                                                                    3. A confirmation packet will be sent via mail or email within three weeks of receiving your completed
                                                                                                        application and deposit. Please review the packet to ensure accurate data and for further instruction.
      Sincerely,
                                                                                                             Financial Assistance: With the support of donors, we are able to provide financial assistance to
                                                                                                              campers with proven need. To request aid, the financial assistance portion of the application must
                                                                                                              be completed and submitted with the application. Campers using traditional waivered funds or
      Conor McGrath                                                                                           Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) can use those funds for camp and as a result
      Director of Camping                                                                                     cannot apply for aid through True Friends.
                                                                                                             Cancellation Policy: All advanced fees paid will be refunded in full if notice is received in the
                                                                                                              True Friends office 30 days prior to the applicant’s session. If less than 30 days’ notice is received,
                                                                                                              all but the deposit will be refunded. Waivered funds will NOT pay cancellation fees. Participants/
    KEY                                                                                                       guardians will be billed accordingly.
            Developmental                    Physical                   Partner Camps                        Property Damage: True Friends may seek compensation from campers and/or guardians for
          Disability Programs           Disability Programs           and other Programs                      the replacement or repair of property damaged while attending camp.
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About True Friends                                                                                               Motivated, Caring & Trained Staff
    True Friends is a nonprofit agency providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and             Our amazing staff are the reason campers love True Friends camps.
    self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities. We welcome campers ages 5+ with and without
                                                                                                                     We hand pick our team from hundreds of applicants from across the country and the world;
    diagnosed disabilities, including developmental or physical disabilities, or health conditions. True
                                                                                                                     12 states and 9 countries to be exact! Our outstanding staff members are college students, young
    Friends’ programs include camp, respite, therapeutic horseback riding, conference and retreat, travel
                                                                                                                     professionals and teachers who share a passion for working with people of all walks and rolls of life.
    and team building; serving over 25,000 individuals annually. With camps near Maple Lake, Annandale,
    Eden Prairie and Bemidji, True Friends serves campers in Minnesota and throughout the United States.
                                                                                                                     No matter their previous experience, True Friends staff attend a rigorous week of in-person training
                                                                                                                     and 12 hours of online courses to prepare them to care for the individual needs of each camper.
    Supporting campers for a Successful Experience                                                                   Staff are trained by our Registered Nurses; from verbal cues to total assistance, our staff are here to
    True Friends partners with families and guardians to make each camper’s experience successful. In                help parents and caregivers sleep easy and give campers a positive camp experience like no other.
    order for us to do this we need guardians and families to provide extensive information about each
    camper. True Friends also acknowledges not all campers are appropriate for the “camp-type” setting in
    which the program is provided.

    True Friends is a licensed home and community based basic support service; we are not an intensive or                  Staff Spotlight
    crisis service organization. Therefore, True Friends reserves the right to deny services to campers who                Meet Polly C.
    we believe pose a safety threat to themselves, other campers and/or employees.
                                                                                                                           If you visited Camp Courage last summer, chances are
    Care Ratios                                                                                                            you ran into Polly in the Reception Building. She likely
                                                                                                                           greeted you with a warm smile and asked how she
    Care ratios and session costs are based on care needs. Often staff-to-camper ratios in a camp setting
                                                                                                                           could help.
    differ from daily living care ratios. If you’d like help determining your care ratio, please refer to our care
                                                                                                                           Polly is just one of the passionate and seasoned
    ratio guidelines below or contact our staff.
                                                                                                                           staff members working at True Friends. Polly began
         High Care Support: 1:1                                                                                            her career at True Friends in 2014 as a Counselor
         • May have frequent verbal or physical outbursts that require staff intervention                                 in Training (C.I.T.), and then transitioned to a respite
         • May be unable to communicate needs                                                                              counselor the following summer. Since 2016 she has been an office coordinator.
         • May have trouble participating in a group setting or display inappropriate behaviors
                                                                                                                           “I feel like each role was so unique and I enjoyed all of them for different reasons,” said Polly.
         • May need extensive support with medical care needs
                                                                                                                           “It was fun being able to directly interact with the campers in my C.I.T. and respite counselor
         • Needs “eyes on” supervision during awake hours. The True Friends staffing model does not offer
                                                                                                                           roles. What I really like about this role, as office coordinator, is the added responsibility.”
            overnight awake staff. Staff assist campers with typical needs during the night.
         • Uses manual wheelchair and needs staff support to propel outside buildings                                     However, it is not the office responsibilities that keep her coming back each year to camp.
         • May need total support with activities of daily living                                                         Currently an Elementary Education major with a focus in Special Education and Reading,
                                                                                                                           Polly’s experience at camp is changing her life both professionally and personally.
         Medium Care Support: 1:3
         • May have occasional verbal or physical outbursts that require staff intervention                               “I love the campers that I’ve been able to see year to year,” Polly said. “I think about the
         • May have trouble with large social environments, but does well in small groups                                 people that we serve and a lot of them have such a positive attitude and outlook on life and
         • May need some support with medical care needs                                                                  they don’t care what other people think about them. I try to take those values and allow them
         • May need verbal support with activities of daily living                                                        to be part of my own life.”
         • Easily accepts support from staff

         Low Care Support: 1:5
         • Can respond well to new and unfamiliar situations                                                        Mission                                              Vision
         • Can enjoy group settings                                                                                  Provide life-changing experiences that               A world where experiences and adventures
         • Are independent with activities of daily living                                                           enhance independence and self-esteem                 are open to individuals of all abilities.
         • Easily communicates wants and needs                                                                       for children and adults with disabilities.
         • Easily accepts support from staff
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camp COURAGE Programs
                                                                                                                                Adult Retreat
                                                                                                                                This camp experience is perfect for campers
                                                                                                                                who enjoy rekindling old friendships, and
                                                                                                                                creating new ones. Customize your vacation
                                                                                                                                by choosing activities that challenge and
                                                                                                                                interest you. Explore hiking trails, the
                                                                                                                                accessible challenge ropes course and zip-
                                                                                                                                line, swimming pool, tubing, fishing, casino
                                                                                                                                night, live music night – it’s all part of the
                                                                                                                                adventure.True
                                                                                                                                         Strides
    Camp Courage has 305 acres along                                          Special Olympics                                  Campers in these programs can enhance
    scenic lakeshore, woods and fields near                                                                                     confidence, self-esteem, communication
                                                                              Sports Camp (SOMN)
                                                                                                                                and social skills by participating in the
    Maple Lake, Minnesota on beautiful Cedar                                  SOMN Camp is a collaboration between
                                                                                                                                True Strides horse program. Learn more
    Lake. It offers multiple meeting facilities                               Special Olympics of Minnesota and
                                                                                                                                on page 9.
    and has two campuses: Lakeside and                                        True Friends. This week of camp is designed
                                                                              for Special Olympics athletes to have a
    Woodland, both with year-round lodging.
                                                                              sports focus with traditional summer camp
                                                                              experiences. During the morning session,
                                                                                                                                                                                 Fall Family Camp
                                                                              campers will attend a sports focus area to                                                         Families rave about the stress-free
                                                                              enhance their skills in one of these particular                                                    environment they experience at family camp.
                                                                              areas: Bocce Ball, Basketball, Flag Football,                                                      Being surrounded by families similar to
                                                                              and Poly Hockey. The rest of the day is a                                                          theirs and having the support of caring staff
                                                                              traditional summer camp with all the glory                                                         members takes away vacation anxieties. If
                                                                              that comes with camp; tie-dye, archery,                                                            you would like to connect with a family who
                                                                              waterfront and fishing, to name a few.                                                             has attended camp before, give us a call at
                                                                                                                                                                                 952.852.0101 Ext. 206. Bring the family and
                                                                                                                                                                                 leave with many new memories!
                                                                              Camp We-No Wheeze                                 Gluten Free Kids Camp
                                                                              Camp We-No Wheeze is for youth with
                                                                                                                                Sponsored by Raising Our Celiac Kids, Twin
                                                                              moderate to severe asthma problems.
                                                                                                                                Cities and many generous food donors,
                                                                                                                                                                                 Camp Cambria
                                                                              Camp is packed with swimming and playing                                                           Join the Arthritis Foundation’s annual Camp
                                                                                                                                this gluten-free camp offers all of the joys
                                                                              games, sleeping in tents, cooking out under                                                        Cambria for youth with juvenile arthritis or
                                                                                                                                of classic camp with an entirely gluten-free
                                                                              the stars, participating in arts and crafts,                                                       related conditions. Emphasis is placed on
                                                                                                                                menu. Food is made in a safe and dedicated
                                                                              boating, and other water sports. Camp                                                              involvement in activities the camper may not
                                                                                                                                gluten-free kitchen. Children diagnosed
                                                                              We-No Wheeze offers campers, who are                                                               otherwise experience.
                                                                                                                                with celiac disease or gluten intolerance are
                                                                              on daily asthma medications, the support
                                                                                                                                encouraged to attend this program where          Learn more at CampCambria.org. To apply,
                         camp courage                                         of over 40 volunteers and staff who are
                                                                                                                                they can make new friends in an environment      contact Lindsey Kumlien at 651.229.5378 or
                         8046 83rd St. NW,                                    trained to educate and assist campers
                                                                                                                                free of worry. To apply, contact Katie Radeke    lkumlien@arthritis.org.
                         Maple Lake, MN 55358                                 24-hours a day with their asthmatic needs.
                                                                                                                                at camprockmom@gmail.com or visit
                         952.852.0101 Ext. 206                                For questions or to register, contact
                                                                                                                                twincitiesrock.org.
                                                                              Shannon Ficker at shanifick@gmail.com or
                                                                              320.654.8266.
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camp Courage Programs                                                                                 True Strides is a core service of the True Friends organization,
						                                                                                               HIGH    MEDIUM      LOW                                                              providing individuals of all abilities the year-round opportunity
DATES Days	 Session Type	Program NAME Ages	                                                           1:1      1:3        1:5   DeposIT*
                                                                                                                                                                                          for equine-assisted activities in the form of Hippotherapy,
July 17-20 Tues.-Fri. 801                                  Special Olympics 14+ – $940 $670                                       $300
                                                                                                                                                        True                              Therapeutic Riding and horsemanship experiences.

                                                                                                                                                   Strides
				                                                       Sports Camp
                                                                                                                                                                                          During the camp season, True Strides provides campers the
                                                                                                     To apply, contact Katie Radeke:
July 22-27 Sun.-Fri.		                                     Gluten Free                7-17            camprockmom@gmail.com or                                                            opportunity to engage with a horse through horsemanship
				                                                       Kids Camp                                     visit twincitiesrock.org
                                                                                                                                                                                          experiences. Depending on the camper, the horsemanship
July 29-Aug. 3           Sun.-Fri.		                       Camp Cambria               7-17        To apply, contact Lindsey Kumlien:                                                      experience may include riding a horse with staff assistance,
                                                                                                       lkumlien@arthritis.org or
                                                                                                          call 651.229.5378                                                               or it may mean interacting with a horse in other ways including
Aug. 6-11                Mon.-Sat.       803T**            Adult Retreat               18+       $1,800       $1,400     $950     $300                                                    grooming, feeding or petting.

Aug. 6-11 Mon.-Sat. 804T**                                 Adult Retreat               18+            –       $1,700     $1,250 $300
				                                                       with True Strides
                                                                                                                                           Safety Requirements                           for Mounted Portion of True Strides Horse Camps
                                                                                                                                           True Strides Horse Camp is available for all campers. We offer horse experiences and activities both mounted and
    Aug. 6-15            Mon.-Wed.       805T**             Adult Retreat              18+       $3,000       $2,340     $1,590 $500       unmounted. To ensure the safety of the camper, staff, and the horse, there are strict criteria that must be followed to
                                                                                                                                           ensure a successful experience.
Aug. 6-15 Mon.-Wed. 806T**                                  Adult Retreat              18+            –       $2,640     $1,890 $500
				                                                        with True Strides                                                              In order toTrue
                                                                                                                                                       participate in the riding portion of the camps a camper must fall within one of the following criteria:
                                                                                                                                                     Strides
                                                                                                     To apply, contact Shannon Ficker:           ampers under 200 pounds. The camper must weigh under 200 pounds and have the ability to sit independently
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    Aug. 18-20           Sat.-Mon.		                        Camp We-No Wheeze 7-13                        shanifick@gmail.com or
                                                                                                                                                with good head and trunk control without supports; sitting balanced on a moving surface. Camper must be able to
                                                                                                             call 320.654.8266
                                                                                                                                                independently swing leg up and over a horse from the mounting ramp safely while following verbal directions from
Oct. 26-28 Fri.-Sun. 807 Fall Family Camp All Ages $180/person, 5 & under free $25/                                                             True Strides staff.
									                                                                     person                                                                 True
                                                                                                                                                     Strides
                                                                                                                                                 ampers under 150 pounds. The camper must weigh under 150 pounds and have the ability to sit independently
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* Deposit is the same regardless of care ratio.             ** Transportation available. See page 18.
                                                                                                                                                with good head and trunk control. Camper must be able to bear weight and complete a pivot transfer from
                                                                                                                                                wheelchair
                                                                                                                                                     True
                                                                                                                                                           (if used) onto a horse with minimal assist.
                                                                                                                                                     Strides
         Camp Adventure Trips                                                                                                                    ampers under 90 pounds. The camper must weigh under 90 pounds to ride tandem with a True Strides trained
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                                                                                                                                                back rider. Camper must have independent head control while upright in sitting with support of back rider.
         Adventure is out there and our trips will bring campers right into the thick of it. Power-packed camping
                                                                                                                                           If a camper does not meet the above criteria, there are many other options available to experience a horse including
         trips focus on meeting the needs of youth with ADD/ADHD and other academic and/or social skill                                    brushing, feeding, petting and simply observing the True Strides horses.
         difficulties. Led by a trained wilderness guide who promotes independence and growth, these trips
         foster friendships, build skills, raise adrenaline, and enhance confidence through exploration of the great
                                                                                                                                           Attire for Campers
         outdoors. Campers will explore Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area, the North Shore, Michigan’s
                                                                                                                                           Campers will need to prepare for their time with True Strides and
         Pictured Rocks and South Dakota’s Badlands. Trips depart from Camp Courage, Maple Lake.                                           must dress appropriately including wearing closed toed shoes and long
                                                                                                                                           pants. Staff recommend wearing sunscreen and sunglasses as well.
						                                                                                                               MEDIUM
DATES Days	 Session Type	Program NAME Ages	                                                                            1:3      DeposIT    Please note in the camper’s application and at check-in if the camper is
                                                                                                                                           sensitive to heat, as riding a horse outdoors can be warm in the summer.
June 9-15 Sat.-Fri. 720                                   Camp Adventure Trip -              10-16                   $1,640      $300
				                                                      Badlands / South Dakota                                                          For more information call 952.852.0126.

June 24-29 Sun.-Fri. 721                                  Camp Adventure Trip -      13-18                           $1,400      $300
				                                                      Boundary Waters Canoe Area                                                       				                                                                                    HIGH      MEDIUM    LOW
                                                                                                                                           DATES Session 	Program NAME Ages	                                                        1:1        1:3      1:5    DeposIT*

July 7-13 Sat.-Fri. 722                                   Camp Adventure Trip -              10-16                   $1,640      $300       June 3-8             202         Classic Camp with True Strides            18+       $2,100      $1,700     –        $300
				                                                      Badlands / South Dakota
                                                                                                                                            July 22-27           220T**      Horsing Around with True Strides           5+       $2,100      $1,700     –        $300
July 21-27 Sat.-Fri. 723                                  Camp Adventure Trip -              13-18                   $1,640      $300       July 29-Aug. 3       223         Youth Retreat with True Strides           7-17         –        $1,700   $1,250     $300
				                                                      Pictured Rocks U.P. of MI
                                                                                                                                            Aug. 6-11            804T**      Adult Retreat with True Strides           18+          –        $1,700   $1,250     $300
Aug. 5-10 Sun.-Fri. 724                                   Camp Adventure Trip - 10-16                                $1,400      $300
				                                                      Minnesota North Shore		                                                           Aug. 6-15            806T**      Adult Retreat with True Strides           18+          –        $2,640   $1,890     $500

                                                                                                                                           		Campers will have the opportunity to be at True Strides Monday-Wednesday for a portion of the day.
                                                                                                                                            * Deposit is the same regardless of care ratio.      ** Transportation available. See page 18.
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camp friendship Programs

                                                                                                                                     enVISION Self-Advocacy
                                                                                                                                     Learn how to be a self-advocate and
                                                                                                                                     explore ways to successfully negotiate the

              Friendship
                                                                                                                                     world to get what you desire out of life.
                                                                                                                                     Self-advocates and leaders will empower
                                                                                                                                     campers to be more confident and influential.
                                                                                                                                     Campers design their activities schedule
                                                                                                                                     to have a fun and informative week while
     Camp Friendship is located on 115 acres                                                                                         spending parts of the week enhancing
                                                                                                                                     workplace skills and readiness. Campers
     of scenic woodlands on Clearwater Lake
                                                                                                                                     will explore the outdoors and work as a
     just 60 miles northwest of the Twin Cities
                                                                                                                                     team to support each other to make steps         Classic Camp with
     near Annandale, Minnesota.
                                                                                                                                     toward a job path. The session allows for        Fishing Extravaganza
     This accessible camp offers modern                                        Classic Camp                                         independence at camp while learning about
                                                                                                                                                                                      Experience traditional camp with additional
     cabins and facilities, dining hall, arts and                                                                                    skills employers look for. Each camper leaves
                                                                                Enjoy outdoor and lakefront activities, hikes,                                                        focus on fishing activities. Cast your troubles
                                                                                                                                     with a formal letter of recommendation for
     crafts building, recreation hall, nature                                   campfires and cabin living. Meet new people                                                           away and reel in a great experience at our
                                                                                                                                     their employment portfolio.
     building, gymnasium, indoor pool, indoor                                   and make friends with other campers and                                                               fishing session. Explore everything Minnesota
     and outdoor climbing walls, ropes course                                   counselors while experiencing the best                                                                lakes have to offer. Land your catch from a
     and more.
                                                                                nature has to offer. Our staff thoughtfully          Literacy Camp                                    pontoon or dock, then learn how to clean
                                                                                select cabin groups based on ages and                This unique session is for struggling readers,   and cook fish. Also learn strategies, species
                                                                                gender. Trained staff members provide                from beginners to those several years behind     identification, boat safety, knot-tying, and
                                                                                personalTrue
                                                                                         cares and assistance as needed.             grade level. Campers enjoy recreational          more! Bait, tackle and fishing poles provided,
                                                                                       Strides
                                                                                On certain weeks throughout the summer,              activities and work with educators on fun,       but feel free to bring your own. Fishing is a
                                                                                campers in these programs can enhance                literacy activities. The session is directed     part of the day with opportunities for other
                                                                                confidence, self-esteem, communication, and          by national literacy experts, Drs. David         classic camp activities.
                                                                                social skills by participating in the True Strides   Koppenhaver and Karen Erickson. Informal
                                                                                horse program. Learn more on page 9.                 descriptive reports of literacy assessments      Classic Camp with
                                                                                                                                     and interventions are provided to families
                                                                                                                                                                                      Movin’ and Groovin’
                                                                                                                                     of campers to share with their schools.
                                                                                                                                                                                      Experience traditional camp with additional
                                                                                     NEW FOR                                         Campers should know most alphabet letters,
                                                                                                                                                                                      focus on dancing! Learn new dances and
                                                                                                                                     be engaged during shared reading, and have
                                                                                      2018!                                          a means to communicate, which could be
                                                                                                                                                                                      brush up on your moves. Our trained staff
                                                                                                                                                                                      members will include some classic favorites
                                                                                  True Friends Respite "Extend Your Stay"            Alternative Augmentative Communication.
                         CAMP FRIENDSHIP                                                                                                                                              as well as new dances. This session is for
                                                                                  program will be offered in a different way         Learn more at mnliteracycamp.weebly.com.
                         10509 108th St. NW,                                                                                                                                          music lovers looking to practice creativity,
                         Annandale, MN 55302                                       in 2018. Six, eight and 10-day sessions
                                                                                                                                                                                      balance and an active lifestyle through dance
                         952.852.0101 Ext. 361                                        are offered at Camp Courage and
                                                                                                                                                                                      and movement. Dance instruction is a part of
                                                                                                Camp Friendship.
                                                                                                                                                                                      the day, with opportunities for other classic
                                                                                                                                                                                      camp activities.
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                                                                                                                         						                                                                                  HIGH    MEDIUM   LOW
                                                                                                                         DATES Days	 Session Type	Program NAME Ages	                                              1:1      1:3     1:5   DeposIT*

                                                                                                                          June 3-8              Sun.-Fri.         201      Classic Camp               18+       $1,800   $1,400     –      $300

                                                                                                                         June 3-8 Sun.-Fri. 202                            Classic Camp               18+       $2,100   $1,700     –      $300
                                                                                                                         				                                              with True Strides

                                                                                                                          June 10-15            Sun.-Fri.         203      Classic Camp                5+       $1,800   $1,400     –      $300

                                                                                                                         June 10-15 Sun.-Fri. 204                          envision              16+               –       –      $950     $300
                                                                                                                         				                                              Self-Advocacy - Males

                                                                                                                          June 10-17            Sun.-Sun.         205      Classic Camp                5+       $2,400   $1,870     –      $500
     Adult Retreat
                                                                                                                          June 17-22            Sun.-Fri.         206      Literacy Camp             12-18         –     $1,400   $950     $300
     This camp experience is perfect for campers
                                                                                                                          June 17-22            Sun.-Fri.         207      Classic Camp                5+       $1,800   $1,400     –      $300
     who enjoy rekindling old friendships and
     creating new ones. Customize your vacation                                                                          June 17-22 Sun.-Fri. 208                          Classic Camp            5+           $1,800   $1,400   $950     $300
                                                                                                                         				                                              with Fishing Extravaganza
     by choosing activities that challenge and
     interest you. Explore hiking trails, the                                                                             June 24-29            Sun.-Fri.       209T**     Classic Camp                5+       $1,800   $1,400     –      $300

     accessible zip-line, ropes course, swimming                                                                          June 24-29            Sun.-Fri.       210T**     Adult Retreat              18+          –       –      $950     $300
     pool, tubing, fishing – it’s all part of the
                                                                         Camp C.A.M.P.                                    June 24-July 3         Sun.-Tues.     211T**     Adult Retreat              18+          –       –      $1,590 $500
     adventure.
                                                                         Camp C.A.M.P (Connecting Among Multiple          June 24-July 3        Sun.-Tues.      212T**     Classic Camp                5+       $3,000   $2,340     –      $500
                                                                         People) is a structured program for campers      July 8-13             Sun.-Fri.         213      Classic Camp                5+       $1,800   $1,400     –      $300
     Youth Retreat                                                       with higher functioning autism spectrum
                                                                                                                         July 8-13 Sun.-Fri. 214                           Classic Camp                5+       $1,800   $1,400   $950     $300
     This camp experience is perfect for youth                           disorder and focuses on social skill learning   				                                              with Movin' & Groovin'
     campers who are looking to have a more                              and development. Campers practice asking
                                                                                                                         July 8-13 Sun.-Fri. 215                           envision              16+               –       –      $950     $300
     independent camp experience. Customize                              to join activities, trying something new,       				                                              Self-Advocacy - Females
     your vacation
            True   by choosing activities that                           sharing and taking turns while participating
           Strides                                                                                                        July 15-20            Sun.-Fri.         216      Classic Camp                5+       $1,800   $1,400     –      $300
     challenge and interest you. Explore aquatic                         in traditional camp activities. Campers
                                                                                                                          July 15-20            Sun.-Fri.         217      Adult Retreat              18+          –       –      $950     $300
     activities, challenge yourself on our climbing                      build confidence in activities and social
     tower and zip-line, and explore traditional                         interactions among other campers facing          July 15-22            Sun.-Sun.         218      Classic Camp                5+       $2,400   $1,870     –      $500
     camp activities with the freedom to move                            similar challenges. This program is operated     July 22-27            Sun.-Fri.       219T**     Classic Camp                5+       $1,800   $1,400     –      $300
     from area to area at your own pace.                                 in partnership with ANSWER.
                                                                                                                         July 22-27 Sun.-Fri. 220T**                       Horsing Around              5+       $2,100   $1,700     –      $300
                                                                                                                         				                                              with True Strides

                                                                                                                          July 29-Aug. 3        Sun.-Fri.         221      Classic Camp                5+       $1,800   $1,400     –      $300

                                                                                                                          July 29-Aug. 3        Sun.-Fri.         222      Youth Retreat              7-17         –     $1,400   $950     $300

                                                                                                                         July 29-Aug. 3 Sun.-Fri. 223                      Youth Retreat              7-17         –     $1,700   $1,250 $300
                                                                                                                         				                                              with True Strides

                                                                                                                          Aug. 5-10             Sun.-Fri.         224      Classic Camp                5+       $1,800   $1,400     –      $300

                                                                                                                          Aug. 5-10             Sun.-Fri.         225      Camp C.A.M.P.              7-15         –     $1,400   $950     $300

                                                                                                                          Aug. 12-16            Sun.-Thurs.       226      Classic Camp                5+       $1,500   $1,170     –      $300

                                                                                                                          Aug. 12-16            Sun.-Thurs.       227      Adult Retreat              18+          –       –      $790     $300

12    Developmental Disability Programs   Physical Disability Programs       Partner Camps and other Programs            * Deposit is the same regardless of care ratio.   ** Transportation available. See page 18.                          13
Experiences & Adventures For All Abilities - True Friends
camp EDEN WOOD Programs
                                                                                                                              						                                                                            HIGH     MEDIUM
                                                                                                                              DATES Days	 Session Type	Program NAME Ages	                                        1:1       1:3  DeposIT*
                                                                            Classic Camp
                                                                                                                              Resident Camp
                                                                            Campers enjoy outdoor activities, hikes,
                                                                                                                              June 3-8             Sun.-Fri.       701           Adult Classic Camp      22+    $1,800   $1,400   $300
                  CAMP                                                      campfires, day trips into the community, and
                                                                            cabin living. Meet new people and make            June 10-15           Sun.-Fri.       702           Adult Classic Camp      22+    $1,800   $1,400   $300
                                                                            friends with other campers and counselors         June 17-21           Sun.-Thurs.     703           Adult Classic Camp      22+    $1,500   $1,170   $300
                                                                            while experiencing the best nature has to
                                                                                                                              June 24-29           Sun.-Fri.       704           Adult Classic Camp      22+    $1,800   $1,400   $300
                                                                            offer. Our staff thoughtfully select cabin
                                                                            groups based on ages and gender. Trained          July 8-13            Sun.-Fri.       705           Autism Sensory Splash   5-21   $1,800   $1,400   $300
     Camp Eden Wood is an accessible camp                                   staff members provide personal cares and          July 15-20           Sun.-Fri.       706           Autism Sensory Splash   5-21   $1,800   $1,400   $300
     tucked in the woods on Birch Island Lake                               assistance as needed.
                                                                                                                              July 22-27           Sun.-Fri.       707           Youth Classic Camp      5-21   $1,800   $1,400   $300
     just west of where I-494 meets Highway                                 Youth and adult sessions are available,
                                                                                                                              July 29-Aug. 3       Sun.-Fri.       708           Youth Classic Camp      5-21   $1,800   $1,400   $300
     62 in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Campers                                 see grid on the top of page 15.
                                                                                                                              Aug. 5-9             Sun.-Thurs.     709           Youth Classic Camp      5-21   $1,500   $1,170   $300
     enjoy modern cabins, waterfront, hiking
                                                                                                                               * Deposit is the same regardless of care ratio.
     trails, basketball court, ropes course,
     dining hall and numerous other activities.

                                                                                                                                 Day Camp
                                                                                                                                 If you are ready to experience a True Friends camp but not
                                                                                                                                 prepared for nights away from home, Day Camp may be perfect
                                                                                                                                 for you. Camp Eden Wood Day Camp provides the same
                                                                                                                                 action-packed days of outdoor experiences, day trips, creative
                                                                                                                                 outlets, peer interactions and traditional camp activities as
                                                                                                                                 our residential programs. Sessions run Monday-Friday from
                                                                            Autism Sensory Splash                                8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Lunch is provided.
                                                                            Geared for campers who thrive in short,
                                                                                                                              						                                                                            HIGH     MEDIUM
                                                                            frequent programs, with a high level of           DATES Days	 Session Type	Program NAME Ages	                                        1:1       1:3  DeposIT*

                                                                            transition support between activities. Days       June 4-8             Mon.-Fri.       710           Day Camp                5+     $900     $700     $150
                                                                            are filled with visual supports, sensory
                                                                                                                              June 11-15           Mon.-Fri.       711           Day Camp                5+     $900     $700     $150
                                                                            breaks and structured activity periods. One-
                                                                            to-one staffing provides flexibility to campers   June 18-21           Mon.-Thurs. 712               Day Camp                5+     $720     $560     $150

                                                                            so they can make activity choices that meet       June 25-29           Mon.-Fri.       713           Day Camp                5+     $900     $700     $150
                                                                            their individual tastes and take breaks as
                                                                                                                              July 9-13            Mon.-Fri.       714           Day Camp                5+     $900     $700     $150
                                                                            needed. More independent campers, with
                                                                            a 1:3 staffing ratio, try new things at their     July 16-20           Mon.-Fri.       715           Day Camp                5+     $900     $700     $150
                         Camp Eden wood
                         6350 Indian Chief Road,                            own pace. This session serves a wide range        July 23-27           Mon.-Fri.       716           Day Camp                5+     $900     $700     $150
                         Eden Prairie, MN 55346                             of autism spectrum disorders, sensory
                                                                                                                              July 30-Aug. 3       Mon.-Fri.       717           Day Camp                5+     $900     $700     $150
                         952.852.0101 Ext. 210                              processing disorders and profound cognitive
                                                                            disabilities.                                     Aug. 6-9             Mon.-Thurs. 718               Day Camp                5+     $720     $560     $150

                                                                                                                               * Deposit is the same regardless of care ratio.
14               Developmental Disability Programs   Physical Disability Programs     Partner Camps and other Programs                                                                                                                15
camp Courage North Programs
                                                                               BRAIN GAINS
                       Camp                                                    This session is designed for adults with mild
                                                                                                                                  CAMP DISCOVERY 1 & 2
                                                                                                                                  In partnership with Autism Society of MN
                                                                                                                                                                                   HEADWATERS AUTISM
                                                                                                                                                                                   ADVENTURE
                                                                               to moderate brain injuries. Have fun while         (AuSM), Camp Discovery is ideal for youth        In collaboration with the Autism Society of
            courage north                                                      attending groups led by skilled therapists         with autism spectrum disorder who will           Minnesota (AuSM), this exciting weeklong
                                                                               from Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute.       enjoy a summer camp experience with a            trip is tailored to the needs of teenagers
                                                                               Work on memory, time management,                   high degree of structure and small group         on the autism spectrum. While camping,
                                                                               problem solving strategies, coping and             activities. Campers should be able to            canoeing, biking, and hiking through beautiful
                                                                               social skills. Campers also enjoy traditional      positively interact and safely participate       north-country terrain, campers will develop
                                                                               camp and outdoor activities while increasing       within small groups. Campers in this             communication, leadership, and wilderness
                                                                               social and cognitive skills.                       program will be staffed at a 1:3 care ratio.     survival skills. The program will begin with
     Camp Courage North is located in the
                                                                                                                                  Campers will be grouped into 8-person            two days of preparation, and team-building at
     beautiful Paul Bunyan Forest, near Itasca                                                                                    cabins with bathrooms, according to age,         Camp Courage North. Then as they explore
     State Park. Situated on Lake George,                                      ARTS AND FISHING CAMP                              gender, and interests. Campers enjoy their       Itasca State Park and the surrounding Paul
     this historic camp adds that “up north”                                   In addition to all of the other great activities   meals in a dining hall or on an outdoor          Bunyan State Forest, campers will have the
                                                                               available at camp, this session provides           deck. Camp activities include: swimming,         opportunity to delve into a special interest
     feeling to everything you do. If you like the
                                                                               extra opportunities to spend time working          kayaking, canoeing, hiking in Itasca State       such as: animal tracking, plant identification,
     outdoors, there’s so much to try, including
                                                                               on amazing art projects, fishing for walleye,      Park, arts and crafts, nature experiences,       shelter building, outdoor cooking, history, or
     archery, fishing, biking, boating, low-ropes                                                                                 recreational games, live action role play        nature art. Campers will be staffed at a 1:3 care
                                                                               or enjoying other exciting waterfront
     course, and nature hikes.                                                 activities such as swimming, tubing                (LARPing), and more. Camp Discovery              ratio and should be able to tolerate 1-3 hours
                                                                               and kayaking. All experience levels are            includes special events like a carnival,         of moderate exercise at a time. Please apply
                                                                               welcome. Whether you want relaxation or            movie night and music fest. Campers also         for this program directly through True Friends.
                                                                               adventures, this is the program for you. Arts      participate in small group discussions and       Your application will be automatically registered
                                                                               and Fishing Camp has separate youth and            activities that focus on special interests       with the Autism Society of Minnesota, and
                                                                               adult sessions available.                          and making a connection with others. To          those new to the community will receive a
                                                                                                                                  apply, contact Terri B., Director of AuSM        complimentary year-long AuSM membership
                                                                                                                                  Camp Programs, 651.647.1083 Ext. 16 or           with your registration. Visit www.ausm.org to
                                                                               HEMOPHILIA CAMP                                    camp@ausm.org                                    learn more about AuSM and the benefits of
                                                                               For youth with hemophilia and other                                                                 membership.
                                                                               related bleeding disorders, ages 7-17.
                                                                               Take advantage of safe facilities and the
                                                                                                                                  Camp Adventure
                                                                               great outdoors. Campers have multiple              A place for youth with ADD/ADHD, high            HEADWATERS TEEN EXPEDITION
                                                                               opportunities for developing leadership            ability autism and fetal alcohol spectrum        Come explore the wilds of northern Minnesota!
                                                                               skills. To apply, contact the Hemophilia           disorder to have fun, meet new friends           This weeklong expedition is a perfect fit for
                                                                               Foundation of Minnesota and the Dakotas            and grow in their understanding of self and      teenagers ages 13-17 of all abilities and
                                                                               (HFMD) at 651.406.8655 or info@hfmd.org.           others. Each morning campers take part           experience levels. First, we will spend a
                                                                                                                                  in team-building workshops that focus on         couple of days at Camp Courage North,
                                                                                                                                  self-confidence, positive interaction and        improving our wilderness camping expertise,
                                                                                                                                  independence. In the afternoon, they put the     developing leadership skills, and preparing for
                       Camp courage north
                                                                                                                                  learned values into practice through various     our adventure. Then we will be heading deep
                       37569 Courage North Drive,
                       Lake George, MN 56458                                                                                      activities.                                      into Itasca State Park for four days of hiking,
                       952.852.0101 Ext. 321                                                                                                                                       biking, camping, nature, and exploration.
                                                                                                                                                                                   Campers should be able to tolerate 1-3 hours
                                                                                                                                                                                   of moderate exercise at a time and adapt
16          Developmental Disability Programs   Physical Disability Programs      Partner Camps and other Programs                                                                 comfortably to changing conditions.             17
camp Courage North Programs                                                                                                   A Bird's Eye View of a day at camp
						                                                                                                   HIGH     MEDIUM         LOW                 Every day is a new adventure at True Friends Camps. Each of
DATES Days	 Session Type	Program NAME Ages	                                                               1:1       1:3           1:5   DeposIT*
                                                                                                                                                     our four locations deliver quality care, trained staff, amazing
 June 3-8             Sun.-Fri.        901T**                   Brain Gains                   18+      $1,800      $1,400        $950     $300       opportunities for fun, growth, and friendships. Our camp
 June 10-15           Sun.-Fri.        902T**                   Adult Arts and Fishing        18+      $1,800      $1,400        $950     $300       managers and their teams are dedicated to providing positive,
                                                                                                                                                     life-changing experiences. Whether you have been attending a
 June 17-22           Sun.-Fri.		                               Camp Discovery 1          10-15           To apply, contact the Autism
                                                                                                             Society of MN (AuSM):                   True Friends Camp for years or if you are just entertaining the
 June 24-29           Sun.-Fri.		                               Camp Discovery 2          16-25              651.647.1083 Ext. 16                    idea of camp, we know the choice to send your loved one to
                                                                                                        To apply, contact the Hemophilia             camp is not done in haste. In order to paint a more complete
 July 8-13            Sun.-Fri.		                               Hemophilia Camp               7-17      Foundation of Minnesota and the              picture of True Friends Camp services, below are some of our
                                                                                                         Dakotas (HFMD): 651.406.8655
                                                                                                                                                     intentional program elements.
 July 15-20           Sun.-Fri.        903T**                   Youth Arts and Fishing 7-17            $1,800      $1,400        $950     $300

July 27-Aug. 3 Fri.-Fri. 904T**                                 Headwaters Autism         14-21            –       $1,870          –      $500                                         Camp Life and Cabin Placements
				                                                            Adventure                                                                                                              Our camp managers, with the help of their leadership team, read each
July 27-Aug. 3 Fri.-Fri. 905T**                                 Headwaters Teen 13-17 –                            $1,870        $1,270 $500                                           camper application in order to create an environment for success. Cabins
				                                                            Expedition		                                                                                                           are assigned with session, gender, age, sensory needs, and routine in mind.
 July 29-Aug. 3       Sun.-Fri.          906                    Camp Adventure                6-17         –       $1,400          –      $500                                         Staff live in the cabins with campers to provide the highest level of care. For
  * Deposit is the same regardless of care ratio.               ** Transportation available                                                                                            those campers who need repositioning or bathroom reminders during the
                                                                                                                                                                                       night, the cabin staff will create a rotating schedule amongst the cabin team
Transportation                                                                                                                                                                         to ensure our campers unique needs are fulfilled. Staff will get up to attend

For some camp sessions, we can help with transportation to camp! Session numbers ending with "T"                                                                                       to homesickness, illness and personal care assistance, but True Friends
indicate transportation is available. Rides depart from and return to various locations depending on the camp                                                                          Camps do not provide 24-hour awake staff.
session – see the grid below for more information. Pick up/drop off times will be noted in your confirmation
packet. Please ensure there is a person present at check-in who knows the person checking in and can
answer medical questions.
                                                                                                                                                                                       Healthcare
				                                                                 Tie		                                                               Ending                                        The care of our campers is our number one priority. Each of our camps has
Date	 Day Session	Program	                                          Downs	 Starting Location                                            Location
                                                                                                                                                                                       a Registered Nurse on-site daily to provide leadership and professional
Camp Courage North
 June 3   Sun.  901T          Brain Gains                             Yes      3915 Golden Valley Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55422               Camp                                         level of care. In addition to nurses, our camps have a team of Camp
 June 10 Sun.   902T          Adult Arts and Fishing                  Yes      8046 83rd St. NW, Maple Lake, MN 55358                    Courage                                       Nursing Assistants. These high-level medical and nursing students pass
 June 17 Sun.		               Camp Discovery 1                        No       2380 Wycliff St. #102, St. Paul, MN 55114                  North
                                                                                                                                                                                       meds, are on-site 24 hours a day, have advanced training in first aide and
 June 24 Sun.		               Camp Discovery 2                        No       2380 Wycliff St. #102, St. Paul, MN 55114
 July 8   Sun.		              Hemophilia Camp                         No       2525 Chicago Ave. Minneapolis, MN 55404                                                                 give out popsicles on hot days. If you are going on one of the Adventure
 July 15 Sun.   903T          Youth Arts and Fishing                  Yes      8046 83rd St. NW, Maple Lake, MN 55358                                                                  Trips, you will be in the hands of a staff member who is a Wilderness First
 July 27 Fri.   904T          Headwaters Autism Adventure             No       8046 83rd St. NW, Maple Lake, MN 55358
 July 27 Fri.   905T          Headwaters Teen Expedition              No       8046 83rd St. NW, Maple Lake, MN 55358                                                                  Responder.
Camp Friendship
 June 24 Sun.   209T          Classic Camp  	                         No  6350 Indian Chief Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55346                    Camp
 June 24 Sun.   210T          Adult Retreat                           No		                                                              Friendship                                     Special Diets
 June 24 Sun.   211T          Adult Retreat                           No
 June 24 Sun.   212T          Classic Camp                            No                                                                                                               We know camp is a change of scenery, but that does not mean it has to
 July 22 Sun.   219T          Classic Camp                            No                                                                                                               be a complete lifestyle change. Our fantastic kitchen team will meet your
 July 22 Sun.   220T          Horsing Around with True Strides        No
                                                                                                                                                                                       camper’s dietary needs. Meals are served at 8:00 or 8:30 a.m. (depending
Camp Courage
 Aug. 6   Mon.  803T          Adult Retreat                           Yes  6350 Indian Chief Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55346                   Camp                                         on location), 12:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. and the majority of special diet
 Aug. 6   Mon.  804T          Adult Retreat with True Strides         Yes		                                                              Courage                                       requirements can be met on-site or on a Trip Program.
 Aug. 6   Mon.  805T          Adult Retreat                           Yes
 Aug. 6   Mon.  806T          Adult Retreat with True Strides         Yes

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10509 108th Street NW
Annandale, MN 55302

         2018                Camp is an adventure with many
                             new experiences and people to meet.
        Camp                 However, sometimes it’s nice to see the
                             space and meet staff before arriving at
        Tours                camp. True Friends is offering camp tours
                             by appointment in 2018. Please call
                             952.852.0101 to set-up a tour for any
                             one of our camps.

                        truefriends.org   952.852.0101
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