Nephitearya Bailey, Camp and Outdoor Program Director

Greetings from Kerr Lake! Did you know Camp Graham sits on 155 acres of lake frontage, open areas, and woodlands? Campers have a blast as they swim, canoe, kayak, paddle board, sail, and slide down the ten foot water fall of summer fun!

Camp is a place where a girl can simply be herself as she tries new things and makes new friends. No matter her learning style, she will find success in our experiential programs. Spending at week at camp helps girls grow in self-confidence, build and explore leadership skills, and develop a deep appreciation of nature. And most importantly, camp is all about having FUN!

“From the moment you pass through the wooded gate, you instantly leave all worries and cares behind. Camp Graham is nothing less than magic; for campers, Leaders, and staff alike. No matter the time of day, you can always hear silly songs and laughter. It’s the little things that happen at Graham that mean the most and bring out what really makes it unique,” shared one camp staff member.

Some of those unique little things we are proud of at Camp Graham include:

• Our Camp Fairies respond to every letter they receive from the campers;
• We have a theme night dinner, where everyone dresses to impress in homemade costumes;
• Every camper can expect to visit our Tie-Dye hut and make their own wearable camp memory;
• Camp Kaleidoscope! Camp Graham proudly offers the opportunity to camp to the children and staff of Duke Children’s Hospital. When the campers join one another, it’s as if every illness and homesick heart is gone. Camp K holds a great history with us at Graham, one that we couldn’t be more moved by!

One of the most special times at Camp Graham is the Thursday night closing campfire at summer resident camp. “As the sky darkens and the stars start to shine, you can find the campers creating their wish boats, all different and unique. Each child will close their eyes, make their wish and light the candle before setting it out to sail in the lake, reflecting on all the wonderful times shared during the past week,” added Amberley R., camp unit leader.

Entering my third year as camp director, I am excited welcome your camper to Camp Graham! From canoes to paddle boards, archery and a low ropes course, we have something for everyone. And don’t forget about our beautiful, new Cloverfield tree house unit!

Join us on the shores of Kerr Lake this summer and find out first-hand why Camp Graham is a magical place that feels like home to so many past and present campers! Register prior to March 31, 2015 and receive Early Bird discount pricing!