Medicated Campers Use Caution, hate to post negatively twice as there has been many posative and deserve credit much like this camp does for interaction activities offered to children i know in beginning my son had good time. Issue is management/medical care. My case try to stick with facts so short. Turn in two phyc meds in same bottle, my bad I realize but divorce and one controlled so went with controlled bottle and gave specific directions on antidepressants. Told all good just need instructions from doctor to cover us which they recieved and lost June 19th at lunch 4 days later from my doctor. The nurse has no medial licenses and without calling parents or doctor took my child off the antidepressants and gave my son back not in a good place stating they saw big changes in behavior. To scared to participate in graduation but he will return to normal in 30 days. There defense is can't give medicine without directions which is possible but you can't without direction of #1 doctor "number on bottle" or at minimum parents who visited twice and was told every thing is going great take a child off a med that has a risk of suicidal tendencies. My son will be fine hope the corrections are made or use of phone and communication with parents as could of been much worse. My son wants to go back but at 800+ a week, no refund, owner left msg 20% off to come back. Not going to happen. People make mistakes but don't think I could do it in confidence. Hopefully you experience the many positives its a great place, I was told growing pains. read more

Whooo hooo! This is as good as it gets! My daughter attended for 6 weeks and we could not have been more impressed! The options available for discovery are amazing. Each designed to improve not only knowledge and skills, but more importantly self confidence. Our daughter emerged as a happy, poised, self-confident 'ready-to-meet-the-world' young lady. She designed and made a garment, learned a song on the guitar and actually performed (played and sang) at the County Fair, learned how to perform on a real life sized circus trapeze. She developed a love for hip-hop performing dance and developed her own awareness of the importance of regular exercise. She made friends from all over the world, and many still keep in touch. Did I mention the counselors? They were over-the-top in caring for our daughter who requires regular maintenance medication. We are so happy that we made the decision to send her to Camp Pillsbury and will probably send her again next year. read more

This not a safe place to leave children. It is portrayed very differently online than it is in reality. I brought my child there to attend a 2-week session and promptly left with my child. Upon arrival, there were no processes for check-in. Cigarette butts and an alcohol bottle were near the entry of the door. The kids already there were unsupervised across the campus, medications were not in a controlled setting and the 'premier' instructors were unable to speak to their qualifications to manage activities such as trapeze, horseback riding and boating just to name a few. Leading up to the day of arrival, there was no communication other than the payment being taken from my account. This place is not near the standard of other, more reputable camps and charges a premium price. There are better, safer, choices out there. read more

We became interested in Camp Pillsbury because they offered circus arts! My daughter has gone the past 3 summers and loves it. This past summer she went to two day camp sessions. But if she had her way she would go all summer long. She learns a lot in the two short weeks from Silks, trapeze, lyra hoop and dance. In the past she has done culinary and fashion/sewing too. Performance days they get to show off what they have learned and I will say it's pretty amazing. I think the camp builds self esteem and the camp counselors seem to really care about the children in their care. I would say if your child is independent and loves trying new things this is a great place to try. I would also say if you have doubts about if your child would like camp come check it out in person and speak with Vonda and get a tour. read more

My family and I are going through a tough time. We were also going through some financial issue where money was tight due to mortgage, utility bills, etc. Pillsbury came through and gave my three youngest siblings a summer that they will never forget. They were able to provide anything that were needed at that time. The kids all enjoy the activities, food, making new friends, and just simply being a kids and having fun. The staff are great! Every time we go to visit the kids are proud to show what they have done and tell us about their new friends, what they learned, and they always want to stay. We would definitely suggest this place to other people. You will not regret it. read more

The year round staff at Pillsbury is overworked and underpaid, and there are college boarders living just down the hall from middle and high school kids during the school year, posing a safety risk considering that the college boarders never had background checks done. As of the end of May none of the policies needed to get accreditation from the American Camp Association were in place. None of the year round staff that started in the fall of 2014 are still at Pillsbury. The longest that a single employee lasted was from November 2014 to June 2015 due to a lack of appreciation, lack of adequate time off, and being asked to fill to may positions with to few people. read more

Fantastic Summer Camp with so much to offer. I have sent both of my children to this camp for the past 2 summers. It is amazing how much they have learned and accomplished and how much more confident they are. My youngest went from being afraid to ride a carousel to flying on a trapeze. My oldest was so shy and reserved and he came out of camp a confident and outgoing young man. They had the chance to participate in so many activities while at camp and came home so much more well rounded. They simply cant wait to go back! read more

Amazing is the word! I am a retired educator who has evaluated programs and staff. I'd rate this camp tops in all areas. The international and American instructors are world class! They are professionals in all ways: positive, caring, and totally involved with the campers well being. Safety of students is a top priority. My grandkids don't want to leave! The class choices is extensive. Watch out Disney, Camp Pillsbury is the Happiest Place On Earth! read more

This is more than just a camp! The amount of self confidence my 14 year old son got will last a life time. My son has autism spectrum disorder and ptsd the staff worked with him exceeding my expectations greatly. I would recommend this camp for all kids it is an amazing experience that will last a life time and give them a chance to enter in to the world of performing arts. read more

I am really glad that I came to Camp Pillsbury. It's offering a large variety of activities for the kids. Everyone will be able to find something that he or she is interested in. I would definitely came back! I strongly recomend this camp to everyone who want to provide great opportunities and a lot of fun for the kids. read more

Do not allow your child to go here. Lack of supervision is an understatement. This is a school for troubled youth with international college students as staff. Ask how many students have urgently been removed within the past year, by parents, due to discovery, before allowing your child to attend this school. read more

Pillsbury is amazing. I was having trouble at normal schools and I came here, my grades have gone from barely passing to as and bs. The staff here is amazing too, they are friendly and make sure I always get my meds. read more

I went to camp pillsbury in summer 2015. It was the best experience ever. My favorite part of it was trapeze and horseback riding. It is the best camp ever. read more

The supervision is poor and some basic safety and care issues seem to come up short. Maybe lack of councilor experience.