Middle School day camps
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At Camp Tipton our goal is to provide the best experience for all ages. Our day camp fun doesn't just end at fifth grade! We offer two different day camps throughout the summer for middle schoolers. At our adventure camp, we give middle schoolers an opportunity to learn new skills and experience the outdoors in new and exciting ways. At our service camp, we give our middle schoolers an opportunity to work with our staff in leading games in our elementary day camp. At this camp, they are challenged to grow in their leadership skills while being able to enjoy a diverse amount of camp activities and games.
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Adventure Camp:
Adventure Camp is a day camp designed to allow your students to learn about the outdoors & mature spiritually and mentally through challenging experiences. Each week there is a different area of concentration: rock climbing, hiking/backpacking, the Great Adventure, outdoor skills, and kayaking.
2023 adventure camp dates
May 22 - May 26: The Great Adventure*
Campers will experience all the classics of summer camp, including axe throwing, BB gun shooting, indoor rock climbing, archery, our own hiking trail, and more.
June 5 - June 9: Outdoor Skills
Campers will learn basic survival skills such as fire and shelter making, plant identification, and outdoor safety. Campers will also have the opportunity to shoot BB pellets, shoot archery, throw axes, and more.
June 12 - June 16: Rock Climbing
Campers will learn basic skills of rock climbing and have the opportunity to climb and boulder at Camp Tipton.
June 26 - June 30: Trekking
Campers will have the opportunity to hike multiple trails in the Smokies and learn basic navigation skills.
July 17 - July 21: Kayak
Campers will learn skills and safety regarding kayaking and water sports. Campers will kayak at multiple locations of varying skill levels.
Campers will experience all the classics of summer camp, including axe throwing, BB gun shooting, indoor rock climbing, archery, our own hiking trail, and more.
June 5 - June 9: Outdoor Skills
Campers will learn basic survival skills such as fire and shelter making, plant identification, and outdoor safety. Campers will also have the opportunity to shoot BB pellets, shoot archery, throw axes, and more.
June 12 - June 16: Rock Climbing
Campers will learn basic skills of rock climbing and have the opportunity to climb and boulder at Camp Tipton.
June 26 - June 30: Trekking
Campers will have the opportunity to hike multiple trails in the Smokies and learn basic navigation skills.
July 17 - July 21: Kayak
Campers will learn skills and safety regarding kayaking and water sports. Campers will kayak at multiple locations of varying skill levels.
Service camp:
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Middle School Service Camp is a new opportunity at Camp Tipton for middle schoolers to grow and have fun. The purpose of Middle School Service Camp is to give young people an opportunity to learn the value of service and work. A typical day at Middle School Service Camp will include helping the senior counselors lead and set up games, plan for future activities, clean up after activities, and more. But a week at camp can't be all work and no play, right? Each week will also include a field trip (or large event on Friday) and daily activities to make sure that campers will have a memorable and enjoyable summer of service. Anyone who is considering being a counselor at camp should definitely utilize this opportunity. Service camp members will get to do activities such as archery, rock climbing, BB gun shooting, axe throwing, water games on Tuesday and Thursday, and much more!
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Service Camp Tentative Schedule
Monday - Thursday 7:30-8:30 AM Open for Camper Drop Off 8:45 AM Breakfast 9:00 AM Small Group 9:30-12:15 AM/PM Morning Rotations 12:15 PM Lunch 1:00-3:10 PM Afternoon Rotations 3:10-4:00 PM Snack and Big Group Time 4:00-6:00 PM Pickup from Camp 6:00 PM Camp Closed ****Friday on most weeks include a field trip and hot dogs! This is dependent upon the weather and Covid-19 restrictions. Field trips are communicated weekly.**** |
2023 Service Camp Dates
May 30 - June 2 The Great Adventure: This will have all the classics of summer camp such as archery, gagaball, rock climbing, the hiking trail, arts and crafts, fun games of tag and much more!
**Closed on May 29th for Memorial Day
June 19 - June 23 Myth Busters: Is that really how it happened? Does it really work that way? Campers will spend the week doing exciting experiments to find out if, how, when, why and where science and legend intersect.
July 3 - July 7 Sports Spectacular*: During this week, we will explore different sports games with our campers. Frisbee golf, football, kickball, basketball, soccer, and even some less known sports will be played this week! **Camp will be closed July 4th for independence day.
*(Closed on July 4th for Independence Day)
July 10 - July 14 Camp H20: It’s so hot! Milk was a bad choice! That’s why this week, we will have water every day! Campers will cool down by playing various water games, ending with a splash pad or a pool field trip.
July 24 - July 28 Kitchen Chaos: It’s all about the food! This week we will learn about different foods that impact our lives and how we can use our cooking talents to serve others. There is sure to be some cookin’, so be prepared to get a little...MESSY!
**Closed on May 29th for Memorial Day
June 19 - June 23 Myth Busters: Is that really how it happened? Does it really work that way? Campers will spend the week doing exciting experiments to find out if, how, when, why and where science and legend intersect.
July 3 - July 7 Sports Spectacular*: During this week, we will explore different sports games with our campers. Frisbee golf, football, kickball, basketball, soccer, and even some less known sports will be played this week! **Camp will be closed July 4th for independence day.
*(Closed on July 4th for Independence Day)
July 10 - July 14 Camp H20: It’s so hot! Milk was a bad choice! That’s why this week, we will have water every day! Campers will cool down by playing various water games, ending with a splash pad or a pool field trip.
July 24 - July 28 Kitchen Chaos: It’s all about the food! This week we will learn about different foods that impact our lives and how we can use our cooking talents to serve others. There is sure to be some cookin’, so be prepared to get a little...MESSY!
Parent faq's
Q: What age/grade is required for Middle School Camp?
A: Campers who have completed 6th-8th grade are welcome to join our middle school camp!
Q: Is lunch Provided?
A: Yes! We provide breakfast, lunch, and snack every day given by Blount County Schools and Second Harvest Food Bank. We are not able to choose which food we get provided. This is included in your fees. If your child has food sensitivities or allergies please pack them appropriate foods.
Q: Is there a dress code?
A: We highly suggest that you send your child in appropriate play clothes and swim clothes on kayaking week, the great adventure week, and days communicated by middle school camp director. Flip flops are PROHIBITED.
Q: How much is it to send my child to camp? Are there sibling discounts? Are there registration fees?
A: To send your child to camp, it costs only $165.00 (plus a small processing fee) a week. We provide your camper a camp t-shirt and water bottle. The payments are due every Monday. We offer sibling discounts at $5 off per camper after the first registration (ex. 1st camper is $165 per week, 2nd 3rd 4th etc. is $160 per week). Please email camptipton@gmail.com after registration for discount.
Q: Does my child have to come all five weeks?
A: Although we do run a five week program for adventure camp, you are free to choose what weeks you would like your child to attend. Spots are limited.
Q: What are the drop off/pickup times?
A: Drop off at Camp is from 7:30-8:30, and pickup is from 4:30-6:00.
Q: Is there a bus route for pickup/dropoff?
A: Yes. We offer bus stop pickup in three locations: Maryville First Baptist, Broadway Baptist, and Alcoa First Baptist churches. This service is $25 per week per child.
Bus Pickup Information: Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure your camper will be on the bus. Service is 25$ per camper.
Location Pickup Time Dropoff Time
Maryville First Baptist 7:15 AM 4:30 PM
Broadway Baptist 7:35 AM 4:55 PM
Alcoa First Baptist 7:50 AM 5:20 PM
Location Pickup Time Dropoff Time
Maryville First Baptist 7:15 AM 4:30 PM
Broadway Baptist 7:35 AM 4:55 PM
Alcoa First Baptist 7:50 AM 5:20 PM