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Camp Riley

Camp Riley

Camp Riley, part of Indiana University's Bradford Woods, offers specialized overnight camp experiences for children with disabilities and health conditions.

▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Riley loads successfully and details its programs for children with disabilities and health conditions. It is part of Indiana University's Bradford Woods, which is ACA accredited until 2025. Camp Riley has been operating for 70 years, offering a variety of specialized overnight camp experiences. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly stated, the camp emphasizes individualized care. Google reviews for Bradford Woods, which encompasses Camp Riley, show a strong 4.8-star rating from over 400 reviews, with many praising the inclusive environment and dedicated staff. Social media handles for Bradford Woods are @bradfordwoods_iu on Instagram and BradfordWoodsIU on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
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University programRun by an academic institution
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Who thrives here Ages 8–18

Camp Riley is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1956 (70 years)
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 8–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 5040 S R 67 N, Martinsville, IN 46151, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Cost varies. Financial aid is available.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Riley

What ages does Camp Riley accept?
Camp Riley is open to children ages 8–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp Riley cost?
Camp Riley doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Cost varies. Financial aid is available. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Camp Riley's hours?
Camp Riley runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Riley accredited?
Yes — Camp Riley is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Riley?
Camp Riley is operated by a university program, with 70 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Riley provide lunch?
Camp Riley does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Camp Riley compare to other specialty camps in Martinsville?
Camp Riley is one of 9 specialty camps in Martinsville that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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