This Summer, the National Federation of the Blind of Idaho with sponsorship from the Idaho Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired and Idaho Educational Services for the Deaf and Blind, will host a sleepaway camp for students who are Blind or Visually Impaired. This will encompass the NFB BELL Academy and extend beyond to accommodate older students.
Who- All young people between the ages of 7 and 17, who are Blind or visually Impaired
What- A 5 day residential camp including Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL) Academy, as well as outdoor adventure, camp fires, skills of Blindness, team building, arts and crafts, music, water front activities and fun fun fun.
When- Monday July 27th through Saturday August 1st, 2026
Where- Pilgrim Cove Camp in McCall, Idaho
Why- We passionately believe that a sleepaway camp is a valuable opportunity to build skills, foster independence and build friendships that will last a lifetime.
Children and teens from all over Idaho and Eastern Washington are welcome! Transportation to and from camp will be provided at no cost to families. We will ask for a $50 non-refundable deposit at time of registration. This deposit is being collected because space is limited.
To register, click on the following link
NFB BELL® Academy Registration
For more information contact:
Alison Steven