Caregivers

Generally the camper attends camp themselves. Consideration is given to a parent or caregiver to attend camp with their camper on an individual basis.

Central Virginia Burn Camp is for young burn survivors ages 7-17 and is free of charge. Camp is held for 1 week in June. 2026 dates are June 7-13. This is an overnight camp and activities include swimming, sports, crafts, horseback riding, fishing, canoeing, the zip line and climbing wall, yoga, archery, campfires, camp Olympics and other special activities that go with the theme for the camp week. All staff and counselors volunteer their time to run camp and are therapists, nurses, firefighters, adult burn survivors and others that are well trained to the camp experience. Our special program helps young burn survivors increase their confidence and self esteem and experience both physical and emotional healing on their journey to recovery from their burn injury.

Financial Assistance Available

Camp is free of charge for all campers

All meals are cooked by firefighters. There are multiple choices for every meal. All special food requirements are met including allergies and preferences.

Central Virginia Burn Camp is for young burn survivors ages 7-17 and is free of charge. Camp is held for 1 week every June. 2026 dates are June 7-13. This is an overnight camp and activities include swimming, sports, crafts, horseback riding, fishing, canoeing, the zip line and climbing wall, yoga, archery, campfires, camp Olympics and other special activities that go with the theme for the camp week. All staff and counselors volunteer their time to run camp and are therapists, nurses, firefighters, adult burn survivors and others that are well trained to the camp experience. Our special program helps young burn survivors increase their confidence and self- esteem and experience both physical and emotional healing on their journey to recovery from their burn injury along with others who share similar experiences.