Summer camp ready for campers

Warren County campers are invited to attend the Jaycees 2002 Camp Discovery July 7-12 this year. The camp is a facility designed specifically for mentally and physically challenged individuals and is owned and operated by the Tennessee Jaycee Foundation, Inc. With direct cooperation of the students and faculty of Tennessee’s colleges and universities, the programs are designed and implemented especially for the camp’s special clients.

The staff includes a core group of certified teachers, nurses, lifeguards, special education and other college students. The camp’s facilities, programming and supervision are all designed to ensure each camper receives a safe and rewarding experience.

Activities in the specialty areas will be planned and instructed by experienced staff members. Campers will participate in such activities as arts and crafts, hiking, music, games, contests, sports, campfires, dancing, puppet shows, movies, cabin activities and swimming when weather permits. All activities will be planned to accommodate changes in weather conditions.

The campsite is located in the Flynn’s Lick Creek area of Cordell Hull Lake in Jackson County, Tennessee (Gainesboro). This is approximately halfway between Nashville and Knoxville, about 20 miles north of Interstate 40. The land is flat to rolling with wet weather streams and waterfalls. Approximately 50% of the tract is covered with thick growths of large native hardwood trees. The area is conducive to all types of camping activities such as hiking, nature studies, and water activities.

The cost per camper is $275.. This includes all professional supervision, teaching, craft supplies, awards, entertainment, food and use of equipment, room and board but does not include transportation.

Campers should report to camp between 1 and 3 p.m. on Sunday July 7. All medications must be left with the nurse at this time. Campers will depart the following Friday by noon.

For more information, call 865-558-8271 or 931-268-0239.