Overnight camping is all about having fun, meeting new friends, participating in new activities and gaining independence. This is certainly true at Pine Tree Camp. Accessible overnight camping was Pine Tree Camp’s first offering. We wrote the book on it. We are proud of the innovative programming that we offer and are constantly working on how we can do it better. Pine Tree Camp offers seven six-day sessions throughout the summer. Sessions are geared toward specific ages (children and adults) and populations, with about 90 campers participating in each session. Childrens sessions are designed for ages 8 to 18, while adults sessions are appropriate for people 19 and older. During their stay, campers reside in waterfront cabins along with trained counseling staff. The staff-to-camper ratio is one-to-three, ensuring that campers receive the care and support they need. A team of nurses is on-site 24 hours a day to administer medications and provide campers with medical attention if necessary. Campers participate in typical summer camp activities. The difference is all of Pine Tree Camp’s activities are designed to allow campers to discover their abilities. Activities include swimming, hiking on accessible nature trails, drama, arts and crafts, archery, playing tennis and basketball on accessible courts, kayaking, fishing and spending time in Maine’s only fully accessible treehouse. Our staff is committed to ensuring that all campers fully participate in all of the programming. No one is a bystander – everyone is part of the action. During campers’ stay, families have an opportunity to enjoy respite, knowing that their loved one is being well cared for in a safe, loving environment.