Camp Dogwood
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Camp Dogwood, located on Lake Norman in Catawba County was started in
1967. It is owned and operate by the North Carolina Lions
Foundation. The 41 acre campus is maintained as a resort facility
for the blind and visually impaired. In recent years deaf and
hearing impaired campers have also been accepted.
Twelve six-day sessions of camp are operated during the summer. During summer camp, the qualified permanent staff is assisted by college student counselors. A nurse is on staff to take care of the medical needs of the campers and to dispense medications as needed. the cam was constructed to provide an enriching camping experience with the safety and welfare of the camper in mind. All buildings are accessible to the handicapped. Camp Dogwood provides a food camping experience for both the independently mobile camper and the camper needing assistance with mobility. |
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