Camp Discovery 2012

In 1993, during his presidency, Dr. Mark Dahl founded Camp Discovery with the support of the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy), offering one week of camp to about 50 kids at Camp Knutson in Crosslake, Minnesota.  Little did we know how much Camp would grow over the next 19 years.  Camp Horizon began in 1995; Teen Camp followed in 1998 and last year we introduced Camp Reflection in Washington State. 

This year the Academy is proud to offer six camping sessions for young people with chronic skin conditions who are between the ages of 8 and 16.  Under the expert care of dermatologists and nurses, Camp Discovery gives campers the opportunity to spend a week with other young people with skin conditions, while participating in everything from swimming and fishing to horseback riding to lots of camp games and just plain fun! 

There is no fee to attend this very special camp.  Full scholarships, including transportation, are provided by the Academy through generous donations from its members, outside organizations and individuals.  All campers must be referred by their dermatologist.

2012 Dates:

  • June 24 – 29, Camp Little Pine in Crosslake, Minnesota (ages 10 – 14)
  • June 25 – 29, Camp Reflection in Carnation, Washington (ages 8 – 16)
  • July 8 – 13, Camp Big Trout in Crosslake, Minnesota (ages 14 – 16)
  • August 12 – 17, Camp Liberty in Hebron, Connecticut (ages 8-16)
  • August 5 – 10, Camp Dermadillo, Burton, Texas (ages 9 – 15)
  • August 11 – 18, Camp Horizon, Millville, Pennsylvania (ages 8 – 13)

For more information about attending or volunteering please visit their Web site at campdiscovery.org or contact Janine Mueller at 847/240-1737 or jmueller@aad.org.