Camp 180
Camp 180 is an overnight camp in New Mexico for children and teens with type 1 diabetes, offering traditional camp activities alongside diabetes management e...
▌ Editor's read The website for Camp 180 is a sub-page of the American Diabetes Association, indicating it is likely operated by or in partnership with this nonprofit organization. The camp is an overnight program located in Torreon, New Mexico, and is specifically designed for children and teens aged 8-17 living with type 1 diabetes. It aims to provide a traditional camp experience while also offering education on diabetes management. The site mentions activities like swimming, hiking, and arts and crafts. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation, state licensing, specific staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies. Google reviews for 'Camp 180 Torreon' were not found, nor were specific social media handles for the camp itself on the provided webpage. The cost is listed as $825 per week, with financial assistance available.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–17
Camp 180 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
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 8–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: Torreon, New Mexico, USA
- Cost notes: USD, Financial Assistance Available
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp 180
- What ages does Camp 180 accept?
- Camp 180 is open to children ages 8–17. 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 180 cost?
- Camp 180 publishes $825/week for the standard session. USD, Financial Assistance Available Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp 180's hours?
- Camp 180 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.
- Who runs Camp 180?
- Camp 180 is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp 180 provide lunch?
- Camp 180 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.
Planning guides
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp 180.
- Camp 180 - Counselor-in-Training (CIT) · Camp 180 - Counselor-in-Training (CIT) · Ages 17–17 · $425/week
- Camp 180 - Overnight · Camp 180 - Overnight · Ages 8–16 · $825/week