| Camp Bloomfield |
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Junior Blind of America’s Camp Bloomfield provides children and youth who are blind, visually impaired or multi-disabled with a natural and safe environment to develop self-esteem, build independence and fully experience the joys of childhood. Nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains in Malibu, this 40-acre campground offers various week-long camp sessions for children of all ages and disabilities. The largest of its kind in the Western United States, Camp Bloomfield serves hundreds of campers free of charge each summer and is accredited by the American Camping Association (ACA). Who We Serve
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| Date | Session | Days | Ages | Grade |
| June 23-28, 2009 | Buddy “B.I.T.” Camp (New)* | (6 days) | 5-14 | K-8th |
| July 2-5, 2009 | Family Camp # 1 | (4 days) | All | |
| July 9-12, 2009 | Adult Camp | (4 days) | 18+ | |
| July 16-22, 2009 | Elementary Camp | (7 days) | 5-10 | K-5th |
| July 26-28, 2009 | Multi-Disabled Camp | (3 days) | All | |
| August 1-7, 2009 | Junior Camp | (7 days) | 11-13 | 6-8th |
| August 11-17, 2009 | Teen Camp | (7 days) | 14-17 | 9-12th |
| August 21-24, 2009 | Family Camp # 2 | (4 days) | All |
*Buddy in Training is a new camp session that gives sighted children a chance to learn firsthand how their blind and visually impaired peers live independently. By participating in activities under blindfold, such as eating meals, horseback riding and rock-wall climbing, buddies learn the value of trust, teamwork and communication. Buddies will also practice human guide and white cane techniques to gain a deeper understanding of how to be a partner for success when working with campers who are blind or visually impaired. Buddies who excel will then be invited to participate in Junior Blind’s Elementary or Junior Camp sessions (depending on age). A $125 fee is required for food and registration.
All camp participants must submit:
Monica Aguirre
Assistant Director of
Recreation Services
Phone: 323-295-4555, ext. 270
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Debra Adams
Vice President of Programs
Phone: 323-295-4555, ext. 275
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