Camp - Lions Camp Horizon

If you are challenged by a disability and are searching for a get-away where you can experience new activities or just relax around the campfire watching a beautiful sunset, we are the place for you. You’ll be surrounded by staff and volunteers who will see to your every need. You’ll dine on nutritious home cooked meals featuring gluten free products and fresh fruits and vegetables. While we pamper and attend to your every need, your caregiver’s will have an opportunity to relax and re-charge. Afterall, everyone deserves a vacation.

We’re a little different than most camps in that once you become a camper, you stay a camper. Our minimum age requirement is 12 years and we have no upper limits. We believe wholeheartedly in inclusion and the importance of a community connecting people of all abilities and cultures. We see disability as a culture and camp as a way to celebrate it.

We offered two different programs: Base Camp and Adventure Camp with all sessions spanning 5 days/4nights. We aim to be as accommodating as possible and offer guidelines on eligibility below. Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions

Session Dates:
Adventure Camp I: June 26 through June 30
Base Camp I: July 10 through July 14
Base Camp 2: July 17 through July 21
Base Camp 3: July 24 through July 28
Adventure Camp 2: August 7 through August 11

2023 sessions are full and we are
no longer accepting camper applications.

Registration for 2023 opens January 24!

Lions Camp Horizon has Canceled All Previously Scheduled 2020 Sessions

For Registration information and inquiries, please contact JoJo, our Assistant Camp Director at ACD@lionscamphorizon.org or call her at 360-371-0531.

Camper Eligibility Policy
Cancellation Policy
Covid Manual (please read before applying)

Base Camp

Our Most Popular Camp

All Camp Sessions Start on Monday Morning and end on Friday Morning

Base Camp Sessions

Ages 12 and older
Staff to camper ratios from 1:1 to 1:4
Four sessions offered
Registered Nurses on duty
Nutritious meals & snacks

Activities Include

Arts & crafts, music & dance, theatre
Talent show
Camp fire entertainment provided by local musicians, story tellers, magicians
Team sports, on-site bowling, disk golf, billiards, horseshoes & more

Adventure Camp

All Camp Sessions Start on Monday Morning and end on Friday Morning

Adventure Camp Sessions

Ages 12 and older
Staff to camper ratios of 1:4 or 1:5
Two sessions offered
Registered Nurses on duty
Nutritious meals and snacks

Activities Include

Arts & crafts, music & dance, theatre
Talent show
Camp fire entertainment provided by local musicians, story tellers, magicians
Team sports, on-site bowling, disk golf
billiards, horseshoes & more
Additional activities include field trips*, swimming*, archery, tethered hot air balloon rides & horseback riding

Prerequisites for participation in Adventure Camp sessions apply. Please refer to our “Eligibility Requirements” section for details.

*Off campus activities are pending and details will be announced at a later date.

Katie P., Camper

“It's the only place I feel like I can be myself. Being autistic, I feel like nobody will judge me here. I like meeting other people with special needs and getting away from my parents."

Chippy, Staff

“I worked as a camp nurse at Lions Camp Horizon during the summer of 2017. I am still amazed by the magic of that summer camp! The campers were the most rewarding group of people I’ve gotten to work with as a nurse. They’re full of excitement for the camp events and are so happy to be at camp, getting a change from everyday life and seeing their friends. The counselors impressed me with their positive attitudes, interactions, and hard working nature. Camp Horizon, the campers and staff will always have a place in my heart.”

Camper Fees

The total cost per session is $700 (in US funds) including a non-refundable deposit of $50.

Due to substantial increases in program expenses (such as food, utilities, wages, liability insurance and field trip expenses) we are forced to raise Base Camp fees to $850.00 per session and Adventure Camp fees to $950.00 per session.

Deposits: A $50.00 deposit per session is required from all self-pay campers. Campers using state funds (DSHS/DDA funding) do not pay a deposit. Deposits are credited to your session fees and refunded in accordance with the terms of our ”Cancellation Policy.” Statement. If Lions Camp Horizon cancels a session, you will be fully refunded for any monies paid.

CAMPerships: For campers without access to state or tribal funding, we offer financial assistance. All CAMPership awards require a minimum contribution of $50.00 towards session fees. Awards are made on a case-by-case basis. For information, please email vpcamp@lionscamphorizon.org and request a CAMPership Application Packet.

Camper Eligibility Policy
Cancellation Policy
Covid Manual (please read before applying)

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I’ve never been to a camp before?

We suggest you schedule an appointment for a tour of our campus. It will give you an opportunity to tour the dorms, dining hall and recreation buildings and, get all your questions answered by one of our Program Staff.

What if I can’t afford to pay for Camp? Will DSHS cover the cost of camp?

We offer financial assistance called “CAMPerships” and have no-cost payment plans available. We are an approved DSHS/DDA Respite Care Provider and will work directly with your Case Resource Manager to address billing.

Can I come to camp if I have special dietary requirements?

In most instances we should be able to accommodate you. Please contact us before applying so we may discuss your camper’s individual needs.

Do I need a Physical Exam before I can attend camp?

Yes. We require a health exam be completed within 6 months of your scheduled session. If you recently completed a physical exam, please contact us before scheduling an appointment. Click here to download our Camper Health Exam form.