Leading Youth To A Better Path
Our mission is to challenge, mentor, and teach young people about life through outdoor adventure and nature programs that help build confidence, character, and hope.
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About Camptown
Our Philosophy
We lead youth to a better path through experiential adventure programs in the great outdoors.
Our Mission & Purpose
Our mission is to challenge, mentor, and teach young people about life through outdoor adventure that help build confidence, character, and hope.
Our Core Values
We’re motivated by our love of kids, and a genuine desire to help them flourish through experiences in the natural world.
Our HIstory
Founded in 1991, we have become a trusted non-profit by staying true to our roots while evolving to meet the needs of today’s youth.
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Upcoming Events
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22nd Annual Tom Lehman Memorial Golf Tournament
We hope you will join us by reserving your spot today as we celebrate 22 years of this memorial event in honor of Camptown’s founder, Tom Lehman. Tom’s legacy lives on as Camptown continues to make a difference in the community and we are so grateful for his vision and courage more than 34 years ago!
Come be a champion FORE purposeful adventures on June 2nd!
We Have an Opportunity to Help Kids Flourish, and We Invite You to Join Us
Our mission truly is a community effort, and takes a village to accomplish. We are only able to be successful through a wide range of involvement from people sharing their gifts and talents. This includes parents, youth leaders, volunteers, board members, staff, program partners and many more. Read on to find how YOU could get involved, and make a lasting impact on the next generation.
Happening Now
From the Front Page of IndyStar: Camptown Kids Thrive Outside
(Photo, Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar) On Monday December 2, 2024, the IndyStar shared an incredible article about Camptown programs in their Season for Sharing feature. "If the proliferation of screens and social media is ailing the youth, Camptown provides the antidote....
The Picnic Connection
A vital element of any successful after school program at Camptown is the daily "check-in" with each student. Before diving into the day's activities, staff take time to understand how students are feeling, ensuring they are supported and ready to engage. This...
Meet our CORE: The Waidners
For Philip Waidner, Camptown was more than just a fun extracurricular activity—it became the foundation for a lifelong passion and career in outdoor recreation. Growing up, Philip was naturally inclined toward backpacking thanks to his background with the Boy Scouts,...
“During their Camptown experience, the students learned empathy. They learned how to be helpful to each other and meet each other where they are. I saw them helping each other and not being judgemental. They just did what needed to be done to assist others- even the adults.”
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