OK Corral Camp

Summer Camp. Two magical words that invoke thoughts of building campfires, paddling a canoe and lifelong friendships. Going to camp is a privilege that children across the country enjoy every summer.

Now picture a child in the hospital – a child who would love to swim and fish and sleep outside but can’t go to camp because of a serious illness. Regular summer camps aren’t equipped to handle platelet transfusions, insulin shots and wheelchairs. For children with serious illnesses, the opportunity to go to camp is often not a possibility, unless there is a camp that is made especially for them.

The OK Corral Camp will be such a place. Nestled in the heart of Eagle County, this camp will be a place where children with serious illnesses rediscover the simple joys of childhood. The activities from catching a fish to climbing a tower to singing on stage give campers a sense of accomplishment and independence. All of this will be provided to the campers free of charge. When a child is diagnosed with a serious illness, they are very often defined by their disease. They are sheltered from traditional kid activities, friendships and school. At the OK Corral, they can check their illness at the door and just be a camper.

The OK Corral Camp has the ability to change thousands of lives and at the same time be a vibrant addition to the Vail Valley. There will be the opportunity for hundreds of people to volunteer every year on the beautiful camp site along the Colorado River in Dotsero. The Camp, slated to open in the summer of 2010, welcomes your interest and support.

Summer Camp just became magical words for thousands of children who never thought they would have the chance to be a camper.

Contact the OK Corral Camp at (970) 926-2448, info@okcorralcamp.org or www.okcorralcamp.org