Camp Hand in Hand
Camp Knutson offers specialized camps for individuals with various medical conditions and disabilities.
▌ Editor's read Camp Hand in Hand is an overnight camp specifically designed for children with Down syndrome and their siblings, as indicated on the 'Upcoming Camps' page of the Camp Knutson website. The camp aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for these campers. The website mentions that Camp Knutson is a program of Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, suggesting a non-profit affiliation, though the specific owner type for the camp itself isn't explicitly stated. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies on the provided URL. The camp's Facebook page, 'CampKnutson', is linked on the website, offering another potential source of information.
Who thrives here Ages 8–25
Camp Hand in Hand serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 8–25
- Address: 11847 County Rd 5, Pine River, MN 56474
- Phone: (218) 587-2322
- Email: [email protected]
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Hand in Hand with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Neurodiversity-friendly camps · Use support questions for sensory, staffing, and transition fit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Hand in Hand.
- Camp Foley · Pine River, MN · Ages 7–16 · $1,833/week
- Camp Hand in Hand · Camp Knutson · Ages 8–25
- Camp Hand in Hand · Camp Knutson · Ages 8–25
- Camp Hand in Hand · Camp Knutson · Ages 8–25
- Grow Grit.Investigate Independence. · Pine River, MN · $1,950/week