Camp · Specialty · Ages 6–7 · $1,950/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 6–7

Talisman Camps - Discovery

Talisman Camps - Discovery · $1,950/week · ★ 4.5 (58 reviews)

Talisman Camps offers specialized summer programs for children and teens with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and...

▌ Editor's read The Talisman Camps website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards. The camp explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which is excellent for specialized programs. The 'About Us' page mentions that Talisman Camps has been operating for over 40 years, founded by Arnie and Nancy Shur, suggesting significant experience in the field. The camp caters specifically to children and teens with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and other learning differences, offering programs like Discovery, Odyssey, and Quest. The website also states that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Talisman Camps show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children's social skills and confidence. The camp is an overnight program, and its owner type appears to be for-profit.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 198640+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 6–7

Talisman Camps - Discovery is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. specialty content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1986 (40 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 6–7
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 64 Gap Creek Rd, Zirconia, NC 28790, USA
  • Phone: (828) 697-6313
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. Prices vary by program and session length. Financial aid is available.

Runs 24-hour residential, 11 sessions (8 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 14 to Aug 8.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 14 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $1,950
  • Session 3 Jun 21 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $1,950
  • Session 4 Jun 21 – Jul 3, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,150
  • Session 6 Jun 28 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $1,950
  • Session 7 Jul 6 – 11, 2026 · 1 week · $1,950
  • Session 8 Jul 6 – 18, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,150
  • Session 10 Jul 13 – 18, 2026 · 1 week · $1,950
  • Session 11 Jul 20 – 25, 2026 · 1 week · $1,950
  • Session 12 Jul 20 – Aug 1, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,150
  • Session 14 Jul 27 – Aug 1, 2026 · 1 week · $1,950
  • Session 15 Aug 3 – 8, 2026 · 1 week · $1,950

↗ What parents like

  • Specialized for neurodivergent kids
  • Focus on social and life skills

↘ Watch for

  • High cost per week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Talisman Camps - Discovery

What ages does Talisman Camps - Discovery accept?
Talisman Camps - Discovery is open to children ages 6–7. 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 Talisman Camps - Discovery cost?
Talisman Camps - Discovery publishes $1,950/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $1,950 median for specialty camps in Zirconia. USD. Prices vary by program and session length. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Talisman Camps - Discovery's hours?
Talisman Camps - Discovery runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Talisman Camps - Discovery accredited?
Yes — Talisman Camps - Discovery is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 40 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 Talisman Camps - Discovery?
Talisman Camps - Discovery is operated by a private business, with 40 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 Talisman Camps - Discovery provide lunch?
Talisman Camps - Discovery 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.
How does Talisman Camps - Discovery compare to other specialty camps in Zirconia?
Talisman Camps - Discovery is one of 10 specialty camps in Zirconia 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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