Dog Days of Summer – Trekker Camp
Friday, June 25 – Friday, July 2, 2010
This summer adventure for teens 16 to 18 includes the opportunity to experience what it is like to live and work with a Leader Dog and sends you home with a free Trekker GPS unit! During the week you'll learn how to use the Trekker to enhance your ability to travel in current and new environments — you'll probably figure out on your own how to download your favorite music to the device. Additional activities planned for the week include tandem biking, movie night and kayaking.
Instructor to Student Ratio
Dog Days of Summer has a 3:8 instructor to student ratio to ensure a personalized experience for all participants.
Lodging
Campers stay in the residence facility on our beautiful campus in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Male and female students reside in separate areas of the residence and are supervised by Leader Dog instructors.
Camp Overview
- Challenge Level: Moderate to Difficult
- Age requirement: 16-18 years old
- Dates: June 25 – July 2, 2010
- Application Deadline: April 16, 2010
How to Apply
Camp size is limited to 8 participants. Acceptance is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please review our power of attorney policy (PDF) before beginning the application process. A signed and notarized copy of this policy is required for all accepted students under the age of 17.
To apply, download an application (PDF) and submit with a short essay (one page) titled Where I would go with a Trekker and mail to:
Leader Dogs for the Blind
ATTN: Trekker Camp
1039 S. Rochester Road
Rochester Hills, MI 48307