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Sensory Inclusive Summer Camp at the B&O is back!

From STEM workshops to relaxed tours, art projects, behind-the-scenes explorations, and gentle train rides, the week is filled with activities that adapt to every child’s unique learning style and sensory needs!

At the heart of our Summer Camp at the B&O is a commitment to inclusivity, support, and safety. Designed specifically for children with developmental disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and related challenges, our camp is run by a caring team of experienced counselors and 1:1 aides.

Secure a spot now, and let your child experience a week of delightful memories and exploration!

2024 Camp Schedule

Week 1June 24-28Ages 7-10
Week 2July 8-12Ages 10-14
Week 3July 22-26Ages 7-10
Week 4August 5-9Ages 10-14

Hours

Drop-off8:45 AM
Camp Hours9 AM-3 PM
Aftercare available*3-4 PM

Camp Admission

Admission is free, $50 registration fee to sign up

Registration fee is non-refundable. Contact Edu@borail.org with questions or for information about financial assistance. Please read the Camp Behavior Policy prior to registering for summer camp.

*Please indicate that you would like your camper to stay until 4 pm in the camper information form after provided during registration.


Summer Camp Information

  • Camp Behavior Policy – Details about the Museum’s policy and expectations for behavior during camp. Please read prior to registering for summer camp.
  • Summer Camp FAQs – Answers to common questions relating to medication, staff experience, and inclusion strategies. 
  • Camper Daily Take-Home Sheet – Each camper will be sent home with this take-home sheet each day detailing the activities they participated in. Our hope is that this helps the parents/guardians of our non-speaking campers stay informed.

Preparation Resources for Campers

  • Visual Schedule – A picture-based walkthrough of the camp schedule. This schedule will be used each day for all age groups. Fridays will have a different schedule; counselors will inform campers ahead of time of changes. 
  • Social Narrative for Young Children – A detailed walkthrough of summer camp at the B&O! Written in first person point of view for easy reading.
  • Social Narrative for Teens – A detailed walkthrough of summer camp at the B&O! Written in second person point of view for more advanced readers.

Parent Testimonials:

This was the first summer camp experience in 4 years where there was staff properly trained to work with my child. Instead of getting calls partway through the day to pick them up early because they “weren’t listening” or because staff couldn’t handle them, I was greeted by the biggest smiles at pick-up and my child telling me that “camp was great!”… We can’t wait to be back next year!

This camp was such a welcoming environment for my child to just learn, explore, make friends, and be themselves. They were SO happy this week… I cannot tell you how incredibly helpful it is that, other than the registration fee, this camp is free! The summer camps that are equipped to support people with different needs are very few and far between – once you find one, it’s either incredibly expensive or extremely far away. Thank you for making this camp inclusive, accessible, affordable, and above all – memorable!


Interested in more sensory inclusive events and programs at the B&O?

Join the sensory inclusive mailing list below!

Upcoming Events at the B&O

The Polar Express™ Train Ride

Nov. 29-30 & Dec. 1, 6-8, 12-15 & 18-22

Holiday Toddler Time

December 5 @ 10:30 AM

B&O Holiday Market

November 22-24

2024

Monthly Tours

Go Inside B&O No. 4500 “Mikado”

December 26, 27 & 30

Afternoon Tea & A Toast: New Year’s at the B&O

December 29 @ 1-3 PM

Noon Year’s Eve

December 31 @ 10 AM-1 PM

WITH GENEROUS SUPPORT FROM:

Ransom007
Anaheim, CA

The roundhouse was my favorite part, because it gives a true feel for what goes on in a roundhouse—the cars are stationary, but seeing the actual tracks is eye-opening.

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