Camp Connect
Camp Connect is a free overnight camp in Deckers, Colorado, specifically designed for siblings separated by foster care to reconnect and create lasting memor...
▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Connect loads successfully and details an overnight camp experience for siblings separated by foster care. The camp is free for participants and is organized by Elevating Connections, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The program is designed to facilitate reconnection and create positive memories for these siblings. The website mentions activities like fishing, hiking, and campfires. While the site does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies, it emphasizes a supportive and safe environment. Google reviews for 'Elevating Connections' show a 5.0-star rating based on 17 reviews, with themes praising the organization's mission and positive impact on foster youth. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited, nor is a state license number provided on the website. Social media handles for Elevating Connections are @elevatingconnections on Instagram and 'elevatingconnections' on Facebook.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–16
Camp Connect is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 8–16
- Address: 8716 South Y Camp Rd, Deckers, CO 80135
- Cost notes: Free for families
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Connect
- What ages does Camp Connect accept?
- Camp Connect is open to children ages 8–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Camp Connect cost?
- Camp Connect doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free for families Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Who runs Camp Connect?
- Camp Connect is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Connect provide lunch?
- Camp Connect does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Connect with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review licensing, supervision, and accreditation signals.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Connect.
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