Camp Erin
Registration Information
Who should apply: Any child between 6-17 years old who has experienced the death of a significant individual in their life.
Interviews/Acceptances: Acceptance to the camp will be based on several criteria. Because we want to ensure the best possible experience for every Camp Erin Baltimore participant, each registration will be reviewed in detail and include an interview. Campers’ applications will be screened to determine their appropriateness for this specialized camp prior to final acceptance to camp. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis; however, space is extremely limited so apply early.
Returning Campers: This year, returning campers will be put on a waiting list. They will be processed on a first come first serve basis along with consideration for the changes that have occurred in their life within the last year, if a sibling is attending for the first time, and other factors decided by the Clinical Team and Camp Director. You will be notified after all new campers have been processed first.
CAMP ACTIVITIES
- Bonfire
- Journal writing
- Group activities
- Grief walk
- Talent Show
- Party
- Adventure activities: swimming, rock climbing, canoeing, sports, zip lines, swing, obstacle course, hiking, arts and crafts and more
Volunteer With Camp Erin
Camp Erin® Baltimore
Camp Erin Baltimore is a free, weekend bereavement camp for youth who are grieving the death of a significant person in their lives. Children and teens ages 6 to 17 attend a weekend camp experience that combines grief education and emotional support with fun, traditional camp activities. Led by bereavement professionals and caring volunteers, campers are provided a safe environment to explore their grief, learn essential coping skills, and make friends with peers who are also grieving.
Camp Erin® Baltimore was created and is supported in part by Eluna. For more information, please visit elunanetwork.org.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHO CAN ATTEND CAMP ERIN BALTIMORE?
Boys and Girls ages 6- 17.
DOES THE CAMP COST MONEY?
No. Camp Erin is free of charge for all families.
HOW OFTEN IS CAMP ERIN?
Camp Erin occurs during the month of August.
HOW LONG DO I GET TO STAY AT CAMP ERIN?
Camp Erin is a weekend camp. Campers stay for two nights and three days.
HOW DOES CAMP ERIN HELP?
- It allows children to tell their story in a safe environment
- Process grief in healthy ways
- Meet friends facing similar circumstances
- Learn they are not alone
- Build a tool-box of coping skills
- Honor and memorialize loved ones
- Have fun!