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We educate, encourage & empower children with diabetes
and their families to LIVE WELL!
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A Word From Our Camp Director
It is always amazing to me how quickly summers go by and how much I miss being at camp! Camp Seale Harris's 2017 summer programs were outstanding - and it is always wonderful to meet new friends AND reconnect with old ones. Once again, I was privileged to spend time with more than 500 campers and 200 volunteers - in addition to many parents and guests!
As I was reflecting over the summer one particular aspect (of many) came to mind. At the end of our closing ceremony of our summer overnight programs, each person (campers and volunteers) puts a wishboat with a candle inside of it on the water and sees it float ("sail") along with everyone else's wishboat. It was a powerful time for me growing up at CSH to know that I wasn't alone. Each of us at camp is a "light" that others can see - there is always someone "out there" who we can support, or who can support us. Combining this knowledge with the other aspects of diabetes camp and the natural education that camp provides makes it one of the most powerful environments for support for those of us living with diabetes and our families.
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I have had so many great experiences with camp - and Camp Seale Harris, in particular - in my 27+ years of living with diabetes. Even as a staff member I not only teach, but learn, as well. The "power of camp" is an amazing one that I was excited to be a part of again this summer.
The Camp Seale Harris experience doesn't end because summer is over! With year-round CSH weekend and community programs, those of us with diabetes - and those that love and care for us - can keep the magic going.
If you have any questions about the Camp Seale Harris experience, or anything else, please email me at
[email protected]
. I hope to see you soon!
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Pensacola Fall Family Day Camp
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FREE Fall Family Camp will be held
Saturday, October 14 from 2-6 p.m. at Sacred Heart Miracle Camp in Pensacola. Enjoy an educational session on school 504 plans hosted by Nemours Clinic staff, snacks, games, a costume contest, trick or treat trail, dinner provided by Chili's in Pace and more!
Please
click this link
or contact
Maria Martin
at (850) 712-7395 for more information & to register.
River Region Fall Family Fun Day
Join Camp Seale Harris families in the River Region for a FREE family day camp for children with diabetes and their families on Saturday, October 28 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Activities, snacks and lunch provided by the River Region Lions Clubs. Please dress for the weather and active outdoor fun including: canoeing, hiking, archery, games, arts and crafts, riflery and a ropes course! Register by October 27 by emailing John Latimer or calling (205) 402-0415.
Auburn/Opelika Family Event
Join the East Alabama DiaBEATers at Surge Trampoline Park in Opelika for an afternoon of jumping and education with your T1D friends! For just $5 for children and $10 for adults (cost for adults is only if you'd like to jump), you can enjoy all Surge has to offer from 2-3 p.m. on Sunday, October 29 followed by an educational session by a guest speaker. For more information and to register, email John Latimer or call (205) 402-0415.
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Fall Family Weekend
Fall Family Camp
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October 20-22
at beautiful Lake Martin! At family camp, families come together to learn and share their common experiences in a supportive setting. The weekend includes workshops, speakers and panel discussions with medical professionals and other experts. Activities include: zip lining, archery, canoeing, fishing, pumpkin carving, fall carnival and a campfire!
Family camp is a great "peek" into summer camp life for kids! Each family stays together in air-conditioned rooms/cabin
s, and all meals, snacks and activities are provided. (Families include toddlers, teens, parents and grandparents).
To register or read more about cost and financial information/assistance, visit our website at
campsealeharris.org
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Mistletoe Madness 5K | Huntsville, AL
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Registration for the 4th Annual Mistletoe Madness 5k holiday run to benefit children with diabetes is now open! This festive holiday-themed event includes a timed 5k run on a certified course plus games, food, bouncehouse, and Santa photos. It's fun for the whole family!
Camper families - this is a great way to start fundraising for your child's camp costs. For more information on how to create a fundraising page for your team, click here.
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SDES - Camp Seale Harris |
Alabama | Florida
(205) 402-0415 // (850) 312-8849
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