Pa Lions Beacon Lodge Camp Program

Pa Lions Beacon Lodge Camp

A unique camp that caters to individuals with living with a disability. Our camp is proudly sponsored by the Pennsylvania Lions as a state project and is primarily funded through their generous donations. During our camping season, we offer a full-service summer camp experience for youth and adults with a diverse range of disabilities.

Adult Camp And Children Village

Project New Hope

Project New Hope was founded by caring individuals who understand that for disabled veterans and their families, the wartime experience does not end the day a disabled veteran comes home. The Effects are often felt throughout a disabled veteran's entire lifetime and can have an impact on each family member, often in ways that may be quite subtle, or hidden from view.
Healing and understanding is vital to life success after military service. Each family member will deal with what has happened in their own way. Returning disabled veterans face the challenge of transitioning from military to civilian life. For many, they feel alone and forgotten. Spouses and children may struggle, first with their loved one being gone and then another adjustment after their return.
No matter which era a solider served, ALL Pa Disabled Veterans and their families are welcome!
There is NO charge for Pa Disabled Veterans and their families to attend.

Camp Liberty

Camp Liberty – 11 Days This program is designed for independent individuals living with mild intellectual and/or developmental disabilities who require no assistance with ADLs. . This program promotes independence; therefore, campers must POSSESS the

December 30, 2024

Visually Impaired campers sitting at the Governor's Green Pavilion Steps for their group photo.

Camp Perception

Camp Perception – 11 Days This program is geared for adult individuals that are legally blind with best correction, totally blind, have Macular Degeneration, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Glaucoma, etc. This program promotes independence; therefore, campers must

November 14, 2024

Camp Empower

Camp Empower – 6 Days This program is geared for adult individuals that are intellectually challenged, on the Autism spectrum, or physically challenged and require some personal care. During this camp, we operate on a

December 30, 2024

Camp Felicity

Registration Opens January 13st, 2025 Click here to access our Registration Portal At Camp Felicity, the focus is not just on creating memorable experiences but also on empowering individuals to embrace their abilities and form

November 14, 2024

Camp Liberty - 11 Days

This program is designed for independent individuals living with mild intellectual and/or developmental disabilities who require no assistance with ADLs. .
This program promotes independence; therefore, campers must POSSESS the ability to work well, socialize with, and interact in peer group situations.
THE Ability to SELF-BATHE, dress, feed, follow directions, camp rules, policies, and manage money on campus and during off-campus trips is a must.
Our Liberty sessions operate on a 1:8 counselor to camper ratio.

2025 Session Dates:

august 2 - 12

Registration Due Date:

July 21, 2025

Registration/Forms will be available January 13, 2025

Printable Registration Forms

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Information Form

Medication Form

Health Form

Photo/Video Release Form

Latest Liberty News

Project New Hope

Project New Hope was founded by caring individuals who understand that for disabled veterans and their families, the wartime experience does not end the day a disabled veteran comes home. The Effects are often felt throughout a disabled veteran's entire lifetime and can have an impact on each family member, often in ways that may be quite subtle, or hidden from view.
Healing and understanding is vital to life success after military service. Each family member will deal with what has happened in their own way. Returning disabled veterans face the challenge of transitioning from military to civilian life. For many, they feel alone and forgotten. Spouses and children may struggle, first with their loved one being gone and then another adjustment after their return.
No matter which era a solider served, ALL Pa Disabled Veterans and their families are welcome!
There is NO charge for Pa Disabled Veterans and their families to attend.

2025 Session Dates:

Session one ~ June 7 - 11
Session twp ~ July 26 - 30

2025 Registration Due Dates:

Session one ~ May 26
Session two ~ July 14

FREE

Yes, Free!
There is NO charge for Pa Disabled Veterans and their families to attend Pa Lions Beacon Lodge Camp Project New Hope.

FREE

Funding is provided through donations from individuals, organizations, or companies who want to give something back to the incredible heroes who have protected our freedom.
Includes family (up to 7 people) !

If you want to help provide this fun, engaging, and encouraging program for our disabled veterans, please consider contributing to our 2020 Project New Hope Campaign today.

Registration/Forms will be available January 13, 2025

Latest Project New Hope News

Camp Perception - 11 Days

This program is geared for adult individuals that are legally blind with best correction, totally blind, have Macular Degeneration, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Glaucoma, etc.
This program promotes independence; therefore, campers must posses the ability to work well, socialize with, and interact in peer group situations.
Ability to self bathe, dress, feed, follow directions, camp rule and policies, and manage money on campus and during off-campus trips is a must.
Our VI sessions operate on a 1:8 counselor to camper ratio.

2025 Session Dates:

Session one ~ June 21 - July 1
Session two ~ july 12 - 22

2025 Registration Due Dates:

Session one~ june 9, 2025
Session two~ june 30, 2025

$ 100

00

Non-Refundable Fee

$ 1000

00

Contact your local lions club to see about a sponsorship

Registration/Forms will be available January 13, 2025

Latest Perception News

Camp AD(H)Dventure - 8 Days
Formerly Known as Camp Energy

This session is geared toward individuals with ADD/ ADHD.
This camp session will be highly active and structured. Individuals with multiple diagnoses will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Children must be Independent in all ADL skills (bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting) and continent.
During this camp, we operate on a 1:5 counselor to camper ratio.

2025 Session Dates:

Session ~ June 28 - July 3

2025 Registration Due Date:

Session ~ June 16

$ 100

00

Non-Refundable Fee

$ 1000

00

Contact Local Lions Clubs for sponsorship

Registration/Forms will be available January 13, 2025

Printable Registration Forms

Click to view - Then print or download

Information Form

Medication Form

Health Form

Photo/Video Release Form

Latest ad(H)dventure News

Camp Sensational (Formerly Camp A.L.I.V.E) - 6 Days

This session is designed for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or intellectual challenges Activities may include making personal sensory items, playing games aimed towards cooperative and associative play, and participating in activities to build interpersonal relationships.

Children must be non-physically aggressive to themselves or others. No severe behavior disorders. Child must be continent. Personal care needs will be evaluated on an individual basis. Must be able to assist counselors with bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting. Children that may wet the bed will be required to bring a supply of personal care items; pull-ups/briefs, bed pads, wipes, and ample changes of clothing/pajamas.

Children must be able to communicate their personal needs, follow basic directions, participate in daily activities in a group setting, and live peacefully in close quarters with up to 4 cabin mates.
Campers with a dual diagnosis will be reviewed on an individual basis.
During this camp, we operate on a 1:3 counselor to camper ratio.

2025 Session Dates:

Session ~ June 14 - 18

2025 Registration Due Date:

Session ~ june 2

$ 100

00

Non-Refundable Fee

$ 800

00

For Children who live in Pennsylvania

Registration/Forms will be available January 13, 2025

Printable Registration Forms

Click to view - Then print or download

Information Form

Medication Form

Health Form

Photo/Video Release Form

Latest Sensational News

L.E.A.P. (Learners who Explore, Achieve & Persevere)(Formerly Assisted Living) - 6 Days

This session is designed for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Activities include physically active games like relays and obstacle courses, more intricate arts and crafts, hikes, pool games and more.

Children may not be physically aggressive to themselves or others. They must be continent and self-sufficient with bathing, dressing, feeding and toileting. Verbal prompting, mobility assistance, and basic assistance will be given in regards to ADL and daily schedule of activities. They need to be able to communicate personal needs, follow directions, participate in daily activities in a group setting, and live peacefully in close quaners with up to 6 cabin mates.

During this camp, we operate on a 1:4 counselor to camper ratio.

2025 Session Dates:

Session ~ June 21 - 25

2025 Registration Due Date:

Session ~ June 9

$ 100

00

Non-Refundable Fee

$ 800

00

Contact your local lions club for sponsorship

Fax 814-542-7437

Fax 814-542-7437

Fax 814-542-7437

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