Welcome To HODIA Wilderness Camp
Hodia Wilderness Camp is a new program brought to you by the same staff that runs Hodia Teen Camp, Hodia Kid's Camp, Hodia Shooting Stars and Hodia Ski Camp. Hodia Wilderness Camp is accredited by the American Camping Association, which demands rigorous safety and quality standards.
Hodia Wilderness Camp provides an environment for youth to break down the physical and mental barriers that result from Type 1 diabetes. We will accomplish this by encouraging participants to dream big, overcome obstacles, and problem solve their way through diabetes self management in a safe, educational, and supportive setting.
Participants
Due to trail restrictions, Hodia Wilderness Camp will be limited to only 16 campers between the ages of 15 and 19. The program will be staffed by 2 Wilderness Survival trained directors, at least 2 medical staff (including at least one physician), 1 trail guide, 1 food coordinator, and 2 equipment coordinators. Participants and staff will be chosen based on a formal application process.
Unfortunately, not all campers that apply to Wilderness Camp will be accepted due to the trail restrictions, demands of the program and results of an individual phone interview. Participants will be given priority based on age, application (date and content), and motivation to participate.
Note that ALL camper participants at Hodia Wilderness Camp are required to submit a complete physical examination form completed by your physician. This physical must have been done within 12 months of the date of camp. You may download an IDYP physical examination form here. Note also that proof of current tetanus immunization is requried for participation at Hodia WIlderness camp (vaccination within 5 years prior to camp).
Location
In 2008 Wilderness Camp will be backpacking in Idaho's mountains -- specific location coming soon!
Map(s) and driving directions -- coming soon!
Activities
Hodia Wilderness Camp will involve a substantial hike to one of Idaho's pristine areas. The camp is intended to be at a new destination each year, giving participants and staff the opportunity to backpack through many areas in Idaho and nearby states. We will make base camp and then have various hikes and activities centered around our base camp. The camp will last 6 days.
Wilderness Camp will offer a mixture of adventure programs, serious discussion groups, and hang out time. The program offers teens the opportunity to share common experiences, to meet others with diabetes, and to form meaningful friendships. Knowing diabetes is a major burden, we strive to find ways to carry the load. We provide diabetes education, but our main interest is preparation for adulthood.
Program Requirements
See the Hodia Wilderness Camp FAQ for a list of equipment you must bring -- click here.
Click here to see a checklist/download of the paperwork that must be completed prior to camp (coming soon)
Frequently Asked Questions
Click here for a list of helpful FAQs about Wilderness Camp.
Our Staff
Camp Hodia is maintained and operated by its large staff of volunteers including; physicians, registered nurses, registered dietitians, counselors and assistants. All staff and administrative time—more than 10,000 hours a year—is donated. Hodia pays no salaries, and you won't find a better qualified, more dedicated camp staff anywhere.
Lisa Henning, Camp Co-Director
(208) 371-2020
lisa1@hodia.org
Mandy Simpson, Camp Co-Director
(208) 284-4474
mandy@hodia.org
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Registration
Wilderness Camp: Online registration opens in late February prior to camps. Links for registration and for staff applications go live in late February prior to camps. Check the "Hodia Online Registration" links on the left pane of this page.
Please call Camp Directors Lisa Henning or Mandy Simpson or write us at wildernesscamp@hodia.org, if you are interested in having your child attend Hodia Wilderness Camp. We would love to answer any questions that you have.
The camp fee is $200 for Idaho residents. Fees for out of state participants is $625. NOTE: No one is turned away from camp for financial reasons. Partial scholarships are available for those in need.
Donations
We need your support. 2008 is Hodia Wilderness Camp’s first year in operation. We are in need of donations to help us cover our capital costnsider a donation to Idaho Diabetes Youth Programs TODAY! The buls. Please cok of our programs are funded by donations. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
To donate using our secure server, please click on the button below. You will be transferred to our secure donation service.
Albertson's Community Partners Card
 Do you use an Albertson's Community Partners Card when you shop at Albertson's? This is a no-strings-attached set-up with Albertson's where you shop like normal and Albertson's sends a check to Camp Hodia for a percent of the purchases Camp Hodia supporters make.
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