Camp Sunrise is a volunteer-driven, cost free, week-long, overnight summer camp held during the first week of August. Our 187-acre campground has hiking trails throughout and diverse ecosystems including wetlands, creeks, old growth trees, and forests. At the hub are rustic wood cabins, a “Funny Farm,” where campers receive onsite medical care, a dining hall with full kitchen, a fully accessible pool, covered pavilions, a basketball court, and large playing fields.
Our unique environment allows campers to lean on each other, share their thoughts and fears, and come together to share similar experiences. Campers who are currently being treated, have completed treatment, or have undergone a bone marrow transplant are eligible to attend the camp.
Campers must be between the ages of 4-18, and includes a day camp for ages 4 and 5, a residential camp for ages 6-16, and a Leader-in-Training Program for campers 17 and 18 years of age. Activities throughout the week include swimming, arts and crafts, sports and games, newsletter, field trips, campfires, archery, nature walks, and the fun-filled Friday night dance, and so much more! Johns Hopkins Pediatric Oncology physicians and nurses volunteer their time and are on-site 24/7 to ensure optimal medical care during the campers’ time away from home.
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We have exciting news! Beginning this year (2024), Camp Sunrise will offer two new summer camp options in our newly founded program, Rise Up. Rise Up offers a bustling day camp for our youngest campers ages 4 and 5, and a hybrid camp experience for ages 6 through 9. (Campers who are at least 6 years old can still opt for our traditional week-long sleepaway camp.)
Day campers, our youngest campers, will enjoy a variety of activities and experiences. With guidance from our experienced staff, day campers will leave camp each day with happy memories, confidence, and excitement for the next day! Day campers attend camp Monday - Friday from 8am - 6pm. (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with snacks are provided.)
Hybrid campers enjoy camp Monday through Wednesday as day campers, where they will acclimate to the joys of Camp Sunrise. By the time hybrid campers arrive at camp on Thursday, they will feel a newfound familiarity, energy, and love for camp. Luggage in tow, they are ready to join other campers and stay overnight. Hybrid Camper pick up is Saturday morning. We promise that your children will not want to leave! (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with snacks are provided.)
Please contact Camp Director, Christina Cubera at sunrise.director@campsunrisemd.org with any questions.
