Camp Discovery

Began in 1974, Camp Discovery is an American Diabetes Association sponsored summer camp for children with diabetes. Located at the Rock Springs 4H Center, southwest of Junction City, Kansas, Camp Discovery offers activities including arts and crafts, swimming, boating, fishing, horseback riding, archery, and a variety of sports. While the emphasis is on having fun, the children that attend Camp Discovery develop close friendships with other diabetic campers and counselors, and learn to become more self-reliant. Educational programs on diabetes are offered, so that each camper can learn the management strategies necessary for proper and effective individual care. The camp has 24-hour medical staffing with both doctors and nurses. Meals are supervised and qualified staff monitors each camper’s diet. Week long sessions are held each summer for diabetic children in the 3^rd through 10^th grades.

The River City Cosmopolitan Club has donated over $41,000 to help fund Camp Discovery. Our donations have helped to insure that no eligible Kansas child is refused for lack of funds. In past years, River City Cosmopolitan Club members have also assisted with the unloading of supplies at Camp Discovery, in preparation for their annual summer diabetes camps.