Camp H.E.R.O.
(Helping Each other Remove Obstacles)

Camp H.E.R.O. is a place where people of every ability level and age can have fun and enjoy the lazy days of summer and their parents or guardians can feel confident all their needs are being addressed.

Camp H.E.R.O. began in 1994 with 14 campers; in 2004, fifty-eight campers enjoyed a great camping experience. Camp has become a very popular activity among the people we serve. This was the first year we filled the entire sleeping capacity of the camp!

Camp H.E.R.O. offers boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, crafts and many more individualized activities. These activities are frequently denied to someone with special needs because of the cost involved to make it a safe experience.

Camp H.E.R.O. is held at Camp Courage located on the shores of Lake George near Park Rapids, Minnesota and is held in August. Camp Courage is the only accessible camp in our area. Providing a safe camping experience for people with accessibility issues, medical fragility or behavioral needs is an expensive endeavor. Donations allow us to off set the costs so people of all income levels can enjoy camp.

Camp H.E.R.O. is planned by Jody Hudson. Jody have been co-directing camp since 1999. She tries to design a stress free environment…just fun in the sun. No strict schedules…the name of the game is flexibility. During camp orientation you will hear her tell the campers, “This is your vacation. You have two days to do whatever you want. Enjoy yourself.” There are lots of activities scheduled for people to attend, they can attend as many or as few as they choose. If your idea of a vacation is kicking back and relaxing, that is ok. Camp is designed to offer something for everyone. CCRI’s RN, Carolyn Cossette, also attends camp to ensure that it is a safe and healthy experience for everyone. Camp H.E.R.O. is only offered to individuals served by CCRI. Learn all about this year’s camping season.