You Be You Family Camp
You Be You Family Camp
You Be You Family Camp
You Be You Family Camp is a weekend getaway held at Camp Twin Lakes in Rutledge, GA. Campers with autism and their immediate family members are invited to enjoy camp activities with others who share similar experiences.
During the weekend, families have the opportunity to participate in a variety of camp activities including canoeing and kayaking, fishing, horseback riding, ceramics, biking, arts and crafts, archery, and climbing. To help support caregivers, we offer parent only sessions throughout the weekend. Caregiver sessions may include a guest speaker or a special activity. Family weekend can be a great time to introduce camp to new campers with the support of family members.
The cost of camp is $175 per family, for up to 5 people, with an additional per person fee for any additional person over the age of 5. The cost covers all activities, lodging, and food for the weekend.
Review our eligibility criteria below to see if our family weekend may be a good fit for your family.
We reserve space on a first-come basis. Since space is limited, only parents or guardians and siblings of our campers may attend.
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Applications for camp will open early Fall.
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When
Friday, October 9 - Sunday, October 11, 2026
Location
Camp Twin Lakes – Rutledge West
1391 Keencheefoonee Rd, Rutledge, GA 30663
Contact Information
Please contact Anna Staley or 404-785-0631 for more information
Marcus Autism Center and Camp Twin Lakes have partnered to offer families of children with autism a weekend camp experience.
Who should come to camp?
- We are excited to host children with autism within the age range of 5-18 who are ready to stay overnight in a novel environment and access typical camp activities, along with their family members.
- We ask that parents are prepared to supervise their children at all times. Volunteers do not provide supervision.
- Since children have the support of their family members, we are happy to host campers who may not meet summer camp eligibility.
- Given the number of families at camp, we cannot host children with aggression directed to others or elopement (running away). Staff primarily consists of Camp Twin Lakes counselors and community volunteers who are responsible for running activities, not managing behavior.
- We ask that you limit family members to immediate family members living in the same household
The price for camp is $175 per family, for up to 5 people, with an additional per person fee for any additional person over the age of 5. The cost covers all activities, lodging, and food for the weekend (there are no additional expenses).