Children ages 9 to 14 who are overweight and obese (body mass index [BMI] is greater than 85th percentile) are eligible to attend. Campers must be 9 years old by March 1, 2013.

How to Apply:

1. Choose one Welcome Weekend from the list above (please note the
    registration deadline for each). Complete the next steps before the
    registration deadline for your Welcome Weekend.

2. Complete the online Camper Registration.

3. Next, complete the Follow-Up Packet.

Cost of Camp:

For new campers, the cost for Camp Strong4Life is $350, which includes a $50 registration fee and $300 for tuition.  Discounted rates are offered for returning campers. The $50 registration fee is due at the time of registration and the remaining $300 is due at the start of Camper Week. Payment plans and limited need-based scholarships are available.

Teens ages 15 to 17 who are previous Camp Strong4Life campers, or who have a body mass index (BMI) in the 85th percentile or above, can become a Leader in Training (LIT). These junior leaders assist camp counselors and provide support and encouragement to the younger campers. Space is limited. LITs must be 15 years old by March 1, 2013.  

All LIT spots have been filled for 2013. Please check back later for more information.

How to Apply:

1. Complete LIT Registration.

2. Next, complete the ­­Follow-up Packet.

Cost of Camp:

For new LITs, the cost for Camp Strong4Life is $350, which includes a $50 registration fee and $300 for tuition. Discounted rates are offered for returning campers. The $50 registration fee is due at the time of registration and the remaining $300 is due at the start of Camper Week. Payment plans and limited need-based scholarships are available.

It is camp policy that parents of campers cannot volunteer. The volunteer application process includes an application, background check and short interview.

Our Camp Strong4Life Camper Week volunteer slots are currently filled for 2013; however, we have created a waitlist should volunteers cancel and/or not accept the position. We still have volunteer positions available for Family Reunion Weekends (overnight volunteers Aug. 9-11 and Sept. 6-8; and day volunteers Sept. 28 and Oct. 12).

Volunteer Opportunities

- Welcome/Reunion Weekend Volunteer: Participate in all camp activities with a group of campers and help with preparation when needed.

- Cabin Counselor: Participate in all camp activities with a group of campers. Cabin Counselors sleep in a cabin with the campers. This role is for overnight volunteers only.

- Medical Personnel: Help distribute medications to campers, administer first aid or treatment of related medical problems as needed, communicate with family members, maintain documentation, and provide any appropriate management of camper healthcare including basic care, first aid and any other medical needs. Note: You must provide a valid nursing license in the state of Georgia.

- Students: College students interested in working with children are encouraged to apply and participate as a camp volunteer. Students pursuing fields in the healthcare industry will have the opportunity to apply their skills in a clinical intervention setting.

- Health Promotion students have the opportunity to assist with the implementation, evaluation and messaging of Camp Strong4Life programming.

- Exercise Science students have the opportunity to assist with the physical activity components of Camp Strong4Life programming. 

- Nursing/Pharmacy students have the opportunity to help medical staff triage campers in the medical lodge and act as day helpers.

- Dietetics students have the opportunity to assist with meal time preparation and nutrition education during camp lessons.  

How to Apply

1. Complete the Volunteer Registration form.

2. If you are volunteering for a weekend date only, please fill out the 
    Weekend Volunteer Follow-Up packet.

3. If you are volunteering for both a weekend date and camper week, 
    or camper week only, please fill out Camper Week Volunteer Follow-Up 
    packet.

How to Apply (for Parents):

1. Complete the online camper or LIT registration.

2. Complete camper or LIT follow-up documents, immunization forms
    and waivers.

3. Complete the scholarship application if needed, which can be found in the
    follow-up document packet. 

4. Provide three letters of recommendation, which are submitted with the
    follow-up documents. 

5. Provide proof of income, such as a W2, pay stub or other statement 
    of income. These documents are submitted with the follow-up 
    documents and we ask that all personal identifiers, like social security 
    numbers, are removed or marked through. 

6. The camper and family will be notified of scholarship awards once all
    documents are received and have been reviewed by the scholarship 
    committee. Please allow two to four weeks for application
    processing and notification.