Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 10–12 · $860/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 10–12

Camp Glisson - Village Camp

Georgia · $860/week · ★ 4.4 (72 reviews)

Traditional overnight camp for middle schoolers at Camp Glisson, focusing on community and outdoor activities.

▌ Editor's read Camp Glisson's website, glisson.org, loads successfully and provides detailed information about its programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation valid through 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. Google reviews for Camp Glisson average 4.9 stars from over 300 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children, the caring staff, and the beautiful natural setting. The camp, established in 1927, is owned and operated by the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church, making it a church-affiliated organization. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly published, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Glisson offers various overnight programs, including the 'Village' program, designed for different age groups and interests.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 10–12

Camp Glisson - Village Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1936 (90 years)
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 10–12
  • Address: 690 Camp Glisson Rd, Dahlonega, GA 30533
  • Phone: (706) 864-6181
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Total cost $860 for 1 week

11 sessions (11 one-week), from May 24 to Jul 24.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 May 24 – 29, 2026 · 1 week · $860
  • Session 2 May 31 – Jun 5, 2026 · 1 week · $860
  • Session 3 Jun 7 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $860
  • Mini Camp Session 1 Jun 7 – 9, 2026 · 1 week · $405
  • Mini Camp Session 2 Jun 10 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $405
  • Session 4 Jun 14 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $860
  • Session 5 Jun 21 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $860
  • Session 6 Jun 28 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $860
  • Session 7 Jul 5 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $860
  • Session 8 Jul 12 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $860
  • Session 9 Jul 19 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $860

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on community
  • Outdoor activities

↘ Watch for

  • Middle schoolers only

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Glisson - Village Camp

What ages does Camp Glisson - Village Camp accept?
Camp Glisson - Village Camp is open to children ages 10–12. 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 Glisson - Village Camp cost?
Camp Glisson - Village Camp publishes $860/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Glisson - Village Camp accredited?
Yes — Camp Glisson - Village Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Glisson - Village Camp?
Camp Glisson - Village Camp is operated by a faith-based organization, with 90 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Glisson - Village Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Glisson - Village Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Camp Glisson - Village Camp compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Dahlonega?
Camp Glisson - Village Camp is one of 6 overnight/sleepaway camps in Dahlonega that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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