Camp Whittle, Big Bear

June 29 th- July 5th, 2008

Hearing kids of deaf adults (KODAs) of ages 8 thru 17 will enjoy an amazing experience, exploring their identity as bicultural individuals through increased awareness of ASL, deaf culture, hearing culture and by sharing their own stories.

KODAS will spend seven days and six nights at Camp whittle, located in the San Bernardino Mountains near Big Bear Lake , CA. Activities will include: archery, nature, arts and crafts, horseback riding, swimming, kayaking, rope courses and leadership/team building skills.

Camp Director , Molly Bowen, a CODA from Northern California , currently works as the program manager/Assistant Camp Director with Camp Grizzly Youth Leadership for Deaf, Hard of hearing and KODA children under NORCAL Center on Deafness. She has been involved with Camp Grizzly since its inception in 1999. She will lead an experienced team of counselors in providing fun activities that help campers understand their unique heritage. KODA Campers will have a great time, and leave with a deep appreciation of their group identity as KODAs.

Full payment of $400.00 is due
on Tuesday, June 9, 2008.

All registrations require $100.00 deposits.
(All deposits non-refundable.)

Spaces are Limited

 For more information, contact us at Info@kodawest.org