Camp McDowell
Nature, arts, STEM, and horseback riding for youth in Nauvoo, AL
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About this camp
Camp McDowell in Nauvoo, AL offers a unique summer program focused on nature exploration for campers of unspecified ages. As the oldest summer camp and the largest Episcopal camp and conference center, it provides a traditional camp experience within its expansive 1140 acres. Activities go beyond nature, including arts, STEM, and horseback riding, all within a setting rooted in Episcopal ministry. The camp's primary focus on nature allows campers to engage directly with the natural environment. While specific age ranges are not detailed, the program is designed to foster learning and outdoor activity within a structured, faith-based setting.
What kids love
- oldest summer camp
- Episcopal ministry
- 1140 acres
- largest Episcopal camp and conference centers
Past sessions
Join us for a fresh take on our summer youth-focused workshops! Family Folk Camp is open to all ages, but recommended for rising 5th-12th grade with an adult guardian 25 +. You’ll choose a major area of focus; art, music, or farming then have plenty of chances to take mini-classes and participate in summer camp classics like hiking, canoeing, and pool time! This event is geared toward parents or guardians bringing a child or children. We also welcome pairings of grandparents, aunts, uncles, and
Learn more / RegisterSince 1923, Camp McDowell has been fostering a welcoming, Christian community in which an enthusiastic staff supports young people's growth and development of an abiding respect for each other and the world around them. At Camp McDowell we show the way the world could be through worship, learning, rest, and play in the beauty of God’s Backyard.
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