Summer Programs

2023 Summer Camp Registration is Open at Stepping Stones

Stepping Stones’ Summer Camp for individuals with disabilities was founded in 1963 as the first of its kind in Southwest Ohio. Today, our tradition of creating memorable program experiences that build independence continues.

REGISTRATION OPENS IN DECEMBER

Stay tuned! Registration for Summer 2024 dates opens in December.

ABOUT OUR SUMMER ADVENTURES

Stepping Stones’ summer programs provide an inclusive, encouraging environment where individuals with disabilities find adventure! Our 9-week summer season runs from early June into August at two scenic Greater Cincinnati locations. Program activities include outdoor favorites like fishing, nature and swimming as well as art, music and sensory.

At Stepping Stones, we pride ourselves in celebrating everyone’s abilities! All program activities are adaptable to suit each individual’s personal talents. Our staff is highly trained and each location has on-site licensed nurses.

We operate day and overnight programs at two, scenic locations. Stay tuned! Registration opens for the Summer 2024 season opens in early December.

Stepping Stones has program modifications to ensure a safe experience for participants and staff.

Click here to review the Criteria of Service at this time.

SUMMER OVERNIGHT STAYCATIONS (ALLYN CAMPUS)
AGES 16 – 65+

Stepping Stones popular Summer Overnight Staycation program invites participants age 16 to 65+ with disabilities for a 5-day stay at our Camp Allyn location in Batavia. With 47 acres and abundant wildlife, this scenic property is the perfect setting for an adventurous summer retreat!

Participants will check-in on Sunday, enjoying a variety of recreation activities with a group of their peers through check-out Thursday afternoon.

LOCATION: Allyn Campus — 1414 Lake Allyn, Batavia, Ohio 45103
OPERATING: 5-day sessions running early June into early August
PROGRAM TIMES: Check-in on Sunday afternoon and stay through check-out Thursday afternoon
COST: $700 per session

CRITERIA OF SERVICE: Please review our criteria of service at this time.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

Adaptive activities suited to all abilities
Highly trained staff
On-site licensed nurse from 7 am to 9 pm
Accessible sleeping cabins with air conditioning
Accessible hiking trails
Adaptive archery range
Outdoor swimming pool
Sheltered outdoor program spaces
Small group ratios (No 1:1s available)
Three lakes for boating and fishing
Commercial kitchen and dining hall, professionally certified to accommodate special dietary needs

READY TO REGISTER?Registration for the Summer 2024 season is opens in December.

* REGISTRATION IS CLOSED *
SUMMER DAY CAMP (GIVEN CAMPUS)
AGES 5 – 22

Stepping Stones’ signature Summer Day Camp invites children and teens for summer fun at our 23-acre Given Campus in Indian Hill! The nine-week summer season kicks off in early June and runs weekdays into August. Campers bond with their group while enjoying art, nature and sensory activities as well as summer favorites like fishing and swimming.

LOCATION: Given Campus – 5650 Given Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243
OPERATING: Weekdays for nine weeks, running early June into August
COST: $55 per day

CRITERIA OF SERVICE: Please review or criteria of service at this time.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

23 wooded acres with plenty of wildlife
Highly trained staff
On-site licensed or med-certified nurse
Standard staffing ratio of 6:1. (No 1:1 spots available)
Accessible hiking trails
In and sheltered outdoor program spaces
Outdoor swimming pool
Lake for fishing and waterfront activities

READY TO REGISTER? Registration for the Summer 2024 season is opens in December.

If you have questions on Stepping Stones’ summer programs, please contact Jeannie Ludwig in Client Services at (513) 965-5108 or Jeannie.ludwig@steppingstonesohio.org.