Thank you for visiting our web site. Here you will find loads of information about our many programs, staff, and much more.
Before you read about the new sports and specialty camps we are offering this year, or before you get excited about the giant “swingshot” on the Adventure Camp’s ropes course, I encourage you to read this page to help you understand our program, so that you feel comfortable about having your child spend time growing in the Camp Webb community this summer.
Camp Webb’s history began the summer of 1960; a year after Webb School of Knoxville moved to its current West Knoxville location. Back then, the structure of the program was different; campers enjoyed archery, riflery, crafts, canoeing, and water skiing! In today’s program, we can’t ride the waves as campers did in the ’60s, but the ideals and goals remain the same. After spending some time with one of the original directors, we discussed how Webb’s objectives – to have a good time, respect each other, and encourage learning and independence – are as true today as they were over 40 years ago.
Camp Webb’s current mission statement is: Camp Webb is a summer camp community where young people can safely experience personal growth and development by participating in fun and educational programs alongside peers, and under the guidance of a staff of responsible young adults and professional educators.
I believe wholeheartedly in the value of the summer camp experience, especially in today’s world. Children can enjoy new challenges as they learn more about other people and themselves. Children (in fact, people of all ages) learn better when they’re having fun – and summer camp is fun! It’s as simple as that.
Children have fun when . . .
• they form positive relationships with other kids and adults;
• they feel safe – and they are learning.
Camp Webb is shaped by the leaders we have running our programs. Professional educators and local artisans lead our Specialty Camps. Our Sports Camps have some of the highest quality coaches in the area, including current and former professional players and coaches. The Adventure Camp staff is a team of responsible, creative, mature, fun-loving young adults who have been through an extensive training program with me. All of these people are here because they want to influence children in a positive manner.
Thank you for considering Camp Webb for your child this summer. I hope you feel confident about the ideas that form the foundation of our program. Our brochure is chock-full of information about the exciting summer we have planned. I’m sure that you’ll find programs that your child will enjoy. We are introducing many new camps along with many of the traditional favorites. Please contact me if you have any questions about the Camp Webb experience.
Wishing it were summer already,
Allison Hodges
Director
(865) 291-3840
9800 Webb School Drive
Knoxville, TN 37923
P.S. Last year camps began to fill in late February - so do not delay! If you'd like to catch a glimpse of the fun here at Camp Webb before you register, give us a call and we can arrange a time for you to tour our facilities.
Please join us this summer for an experience to remember. We look forward to seeing you "Where summer fun begins!"
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