SCAMP Registration Opens April 11, 2026
Staff and Volunteer Applications Open February 9, 2026
Location
5565 Pine Knob Lane
Clarkston, MI 48346
Date
June 22 – July 29, 2026
(No Camp: Week of July 6)
Camp Office
248-623-4314
Email
[email protected]
2026 Registration Guidelines
Enrollment is based on safety & staffing capacity
The enrollment process is driven by staffing and individual SCAMPer needs.
Incomplete registrations cannot be processed
Answer all SCAMP application questions in full. Incomplete applications may not be considered. SCAMP reserves the right to deny enrollment for incomplete applications.
Placement is finalized by our Camp Team
We assess staffing ratios, behavioral needs, and camper support plans to ensure a safe and successful summer.
Financial assistance applications do not affect placement
At Clarkston SCAMP, personal finances will not impact SCAMPer eligibility or enrollment.
Returning families are encouraged to register early
Early registration helps us match campers with proper support.
What is SCAMP Camp?
SCAMP is a five-week, summer day program designed for children and adults with special needs. We provide a safe, structured, and joyful environment where SCAMPers can grow socially, emotionally, and physically. Through music, art, recreation, field trips, and life-skills activities, SCAMPers build confidence, form friendships, and experience the magic of summer in a supportive community.
SCAMP is staffed by trained professionals, dedicated volunteers, and caring mentors who ensure each participant receives individualized attention and opportunities to succeed. For more than 50 years, SCAMP has been a place where abilities are celebrated, families feel supported, and every SCAMPer can shine.
2026 Program Schedule:
- June 22 – July 29 (no camp week of July 6)
- Mondays – Wednesdays
- 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
2026 Program Schedule:
- June 22 – July 29 (no camp week of July 6)
- Mondays – Wednesdays
- 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuition & Financial Assistance
→ $700 • Clarkston In-District
→ $1,100 • Out-of-District
→ Financial Assistance Available
- No SCAMPer is turned away due to financial need.
→ All paperwork MUST be completed to be considered for financial aid.
Quick Fact
Actual cost to run SCAMP is ~$2,300 per SCAMPer. Donations and sponsorships help us keep tuition accessible for all families.
Who Can Attend?
SCAMP welcomes individuals ages 3 and up with a wide range of needs.
We support SCAMPers with:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Cognitive Impairments
- Social–Emotional Impairments
- Physical Impairments
- Hearing & Vision Impairments
- Severe Multiple Impairments
- Speech–Language Impairments
- Learning Disabilities
- Early Childhood Developmental Delays
Our high staff-to-SCAMPer ratio ensures that every participant receives personalized care, emotional support, and a strong sense of belonging.
More Than Just Camp
- A Caring Community: A welcoming place where SCAMPers, families, staff, and volunteers come together and build lasting connections.
- Supportive Environment: Highly trained staff ensure safety, structure, and individualized attention for every SCAMPer.
- Personal Growth: SCAMPers strengthen communication, social skills, independence, and confidence through engaging daily activities.
- Opportunities to Shine: Every participant is encouraged to explore new interests, express themselves, and celebrate their abilities.
- Lifelong Friendships: SCAMP fosters meaningful relationships that often continue long after summer ends.
- Enriching Experiences: Music, art, sensory play, recreation, and field trips create joyful moments and memorable learning opportunities.
- A Trusted Legacy: Over 50 years of serving families and making a life-changing impact in the community.
- Family Empowerment: Parents and caregivers gain support through a program that truly understands and uplifts their child.
When Mitch was four, leaving him at SCAMP felt terrifying—it was one of the first times I’d ever left my son. Today, I don’t think twice. That confidence comes from the incredible people and program at SCAMP.
Mitch has never come home saying he had a bad day. He loves SCAMP. It’s where he feels safe, included, and excited to try new things—from movies and spray parks to experiences we never imagined for him.
SCAMP gives our family peace of mind, time to recharge, and the joy of seeing Mitch come home happy and exhausted from a full day of fun. It’s also a community—one built on inclusion, generosity, and unwavering support.
We are endlessly grateful to everyone who makes SCAMP possible.
— Ruth L, SCAMP Mom
Clarkson SCAMP is one of the things that makes our town such a special place. Our son, Jacob has been attending since 2004. He begins counting down the days till SCAMP right after Christmas each year. Yep it’s that special! SCAMP gets him out into the community with peers instead of spending most of the summer in his room. If not for SCAMP, Jacob would have spent much of the past 20 summers in his room by himself instead of out with friends enjoying all a Michigan summer has to offer.
Raising kids with disabilities is no joke. It can be very difficult and isolating at times. Clarkston SCAMP not only provides support, community and fun for the scampers, but also a network of support for families and caregivers. It sets the tone for our community making it a special place to raise our kids.
— Becky R, SCAMP Mom
I can’t thank SCAMP enough for providing special needs children with summer fun and exciting activities, all while exercising in the fresh air. These experiences led to improved fine and gross motor skills, as well as speech and language skills. At the end of each day at SCAMP, Billy bounced off the bus tanned, happy, high-spirited, and tired!
— Maureen S.
My son Sam was diagnosed with autism when he was four years old. At that point in time, he was in speech therapy, occupational therapy and was attending a preschool for developmentally delayed children. Both of my nieces worked at SCAMP. They kept saying to me, “Aunt Barb you have to get Sam into SCAMP. He would have so much fun!” I enrolled him and he did. SCAMP is the silver lining to the very difficult task of raising a child with an IDD. I have met so many wonderful and generous people through SCAMP. I have talked to so many people, not just campers but volunteers, aides and teachers, whose life has been enriched by the SCAMP experience
— Barb R.
Thank you for an amazing first year! Artie loved coming and was so happy at the end of every day! Thank you for all the hard work and commitment to all of the scampers
— SCAMP Parent
This year was one of the best years for Katie. For our family it was the best as we felt so secure, that the staff and volunteers put safety first. We dropped her off and did not have any worries. I as a nurse, thought if anything were to happen to her, it would be an accident that could happen on our watch as well. I personally watched all the staff with many SCAMPers as I waited for Katie in the parking lot and was amazed at what I was seeing with the love and attention each SCAMPer was receiving. Also in the morning everyone was so welcoming. It was a great year and we cant wait till next year.
— SCAMP Parent
This was our first SCAMP experience and we couldn’t be happier. Our son who is resistant to most things absolutely loves coming and looks forward to it. We’re extremely happy!
— SCAMP Parent
We love SCAMP! This was our son’s 21st year attending. Missing only 2020 due to Covid. He absolutely loves it and looks forward to it each year. He begins counting down the days around Christmas time each year. SCAMP is pure joy and gives our kids a place to belong, we celebrated and create friendships! THANK YOU
— SCAMP Parent
My son has attended for 35 years – and will continue as long as you will have him!! He looks forward to it. I look forward to the many activities he participates in that I can’t provide him. Staff always does a great job. Please continue!!
— SCAMP Parent
FAQs
Who can attend SCAMP?
SCAMP is an inclusive summer camp designed for individuals with disabilities and special needs. SCAMPers will transition from activity to activity throughout the day and engage in field trips taking place throughout the community.
What ages or abilities do you serve?
SCAMPers range in age from 3 years and up.
How do I register my child?
You can apply for SCAMP on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The application window will close at the end of May. Please complete a detailed application. SCAMP reserves the right to deny an application due to missing information.
What is the cost of camp? Are scholarships available?
$1,100 – Out of District
Scholarships for financial assistance will be provided to families once enrollment has been offered. All families requesting financial aid must complete an application in order to be considered. Requesting financial aid does not impact the enrollment decision.
What is a typical day like at SCAMP?
SCAMP begins at 9:00AM and concludes at 2:00PM. Lead Teachers will provide a weekly schedule of activities to families and guardians. SCAMPers will engage in many activities including field trips throughout the community, trips to the local county park, engaging in sensory specials on campus for Art, Music, and Motor Skills.
Are meals or snacks provided?
Some SCAMP field trips will provide SCAMPers with meal and/or snack options. Please take note of your SCAMPer’s field trip destinations and remind your Lead Teacher of any dietary restrictions. All other days – SCAMPers will need to bring a cold lunch option daily. The SCAMP Camp office will have emergency snacks and lunches available.
How is medical care or support handled?
SCAMP has a medical assistant on staff. This position supports the individual medical needs of SCAMPers.
What is the camper-to-staff ratio?
With the assistance of volunteers and student aides, adult aides and lead teachers, Clarkston SCAMP is nearly a 1:1 camp.
What accommodations are available for special needs?
Lift buses are available to individuals with physical impairments who may require a wheelchair or stroller. Please contact the office at [email protected] for more information.
Can families visit or volunteer during camp?
SCAMP is always in need of volunteers. Interested volunteers should apply online during the staff and volunteer hiring process.
The SCAMP Camp Administrative Staff
Laura Monticello
SCAMP Director
Sarah Cox
SCAMP Assistant Director
Laverne Woodward
SCAMP Clerk
Tarynn Large
SCAMP Secretary
Contact the Camp Office
For camp-specific questions (registration, eligibility, support needs), please use the form below. For fundraising, events, or sponsorship inquiries, use our Main Contact page.
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