Come to Camp
The Camp
Camp Aranzazu is a “host facility,” which means that we work with dozens of partners to fulfill our mission. These healthcare organizations, schools, and other not-for-profit groups are responsible for recruiting the campers and any medical and other support staff that may be needed. They also provide the counselors who sleep in the cabins with the campers at night.
Camp Aranzazu’s experienced and knowledgeable staff is responsible for organizing and supervising all activities, providing snacks and meals (which can be tailored to meet any special dietary needs), air-conditioned cabins for all campers and staff, and access to our Health Center.
If you’re interested in bringing a group of children or adults to camp, click below to find out more and to submit an inquiry. You will find even more information in the camp brochure.
If you are the parent, relative or friend of a child or adult whom you are interested in having attend camp, please review our partner list to find an appropriate camp and then contact the partner directly. You also can organize your own camp, which is how many of our current camps started.
Please reach out to Amelia Haslam (ahaslam@camaranzazu.org) if you need assistance. We look forward to getting to know your camper(s), providing them with an amazing camping experience on the Coast, and helping them connect with others who face similar challenges.
To learn more, click on the section below that best describes the type of group you are interested in bringing to Camp Aranzazu.
Family Camp
Friday October 23 - Sunday, October 25, 2020
Rockport, Texas
Since 2006, Camp Aranzazu has served more than 26,500 children and adults with special needs and chronic illnesses. Family Camp provides an opportunity for the whole family to enjoy a weekend of fun!
Come enjoy all the traditional camping activities such as fishing, swimming, archery, and arts and crafts, as well as a Ropes Challenge Course and much more!
• $195 for adults; $150 per children ages 4 – 17
• Includes meals, activities and lodging
• Questions? Please email Amelia Haslam, Camp Director, at ahaslam@camparanzazu.org.
If you are interested in attending our Family Camp, fill out the Inquiry Form and email the completed form to Amelia at ahaslam@camparanzazu.org.
What Campers Say
Listen to what our campers think of their time at Camp Aranzazu.
Some of Our Activities
Inland Adventures
Archery
Sports and Games
Frisbee Golf
Kayaking
Canoeing
Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Swimming
Ropes Challenge Course
Nature / Animals
Freshwater Fishing
Bayfront Experiences
Dolphin Tour with Captain Tommy Moore*
Environmental Education
Beachcombing
Birdwatching
Sailing
Saltwater Fishing
Seaside walks with Jay Tarkington (Texas A & M Corpus Christi)*
Seining
Stargazing
Texas State Aquarium Guest Educator Sessions*
*Contingent upon availability. Must be arranged in advance.
Creative Pursuits
Arts and Crafts
Tiles (a camp tradition!)
Tie-dye
Fine Arts
Music and Stories
Drama
Leather-Crafting
Mosaics
Pottery
Cooking/Baking
Painting
Photography
Photo Scavenger Hunt
Waterfront Nature Photography
Yoga
Evening Activities
Campfire - songs, stories, & s’mores
Marshmallow Paint Wars
Night Swim
Movies
Talent show
Capture the Flag
Kickball
Ice Cream Social
Dance Party
Karaoke
