After attending Camp Don Lee last summer, my son was very excited to go back for the summer of…read more2024. As Christmas/birthday gift we registered him for two separate two week sessions. Unfortunately, on March 30, my son was in a horrific accident. He was hit by a car while riding his bike in our hometown of Emerald Isle, North Carolina. He was subsequently airlifted to ECU, where he underwent emergency surgery, was in the hospital for four days, and is now in a cast up to his hip and not weight-bearing on the leg for at least two months. Obviously, due to these unexpected injuries, we must cancel our summer camp plans, as he will be in rehab to gain use of his right leg again. Therefore, I reached out to Camp Don Lee so that I could cancel our camp plans, and open up his spot to a child that may be on the waitlist. When I inquired about receiving a refund for my deposit was told that I needed to seek out and purchase third-party camp insurance prior to trying to cancel. However, had I called on 1 April, they would have 'possibly' been able to help. (We were in the hospital, and summer camp was the LAST thing on my mind.) The lack of compassion and empathy shown was absolutely disgraceful. Camp Don Lee touts itself as a small Christian camp, and even in the mission statement they double down on Christian values. My experience has been that they are only concerned with money, not the actual human experience. I told the woman to keep the deposit as a donation to camp as obviously they needed it more than we did. If you were looking for a place that treats your family with Christian values, empathy, and compassion I would choose to go elsewhere. Camp Kirkwood in Burgaw is a great alternate choice.

This is truly a place that the Lord has made. You feel His presence in all that you do during your…read morevisit. It is a beautiful space. Our 14 year old son was excited to return for his third summer. The physical surrounds are awesome, a waterfront cabin, just rustic enough to feel like camp, but still comfortable. The well trained caring and slightly crazy staff members keep campers busy from swimming, boating, sailing, Gaga ball, four square, field games, nature hut, environmental education, sand volleyball, crafts, theme weeks, talent show, visiting the camp store, a small dose of God without pressure, hay rides, dances, camp fires, camp songs, crazy competitions, and more! Today's check in was smooth, actually pleasant. We had received several emails and telephone calls regarding his registration, policies and a reminder of the theme week--aloha campers! It's luau week st Camp Don Lee. I'd recommend this camp to all kids, Methodists or not. The website registration was easy to follow and with Bunk1 we can view pictures of our camper in action and send and receive emails. I absolutely love that no cell phones are allowed for campers. A whole week to unplug and experience this beautiful place!

Angie did a fantastic job at having our fool of 10 in for a group work activity. We had 5 people…read moredoing the pottery wheel and 5 making candles. We had a blast and they also offer resin, and pottery painting. Greta place, great prices, and super host!

Art Time is a great place to go have some creative fun with the whole family. We just happened…read moreupon this place on vacation. We walked in, chose different projects, and started to work. The owner and her daughter were very helpful for us as we needed them.

My kids have attended this camp two years in a row thanks to the Military dependent scholarships…read more Luke Dooley is always quick in response to emails and responds to all of my questions with such patience. My girls have had a blast both years and we hear stories all year in between.

Great Camp full of safe and enjoyable activities! Kids cannot wait to return every year. Well run…read moreorganization that respects everyone.

I love taking lessons here, great horses, great training, and beautiful farm!. They also have…read moresummer camps. The owner is very accommodating and professional.

Very friendly and lots of offerings for various age groups and interests. Horses are friendly and…read morebarn is well kept. We just started here, but both my kids love it!

Spectacular, nothing short of it. I cannot recommend this enough. Austin is amazing, you can tell…read morehow passionate he is about what he does in the way he talks to you through this trip. We chose the sunset kayak tour and dinner! It is a showstopper. Prior to our arrival Austin emailed to ask about dinner and drink preferences, he is more than accommodating and quite the chef at that. I have to admit that I didn't really expect a lot as far as food goes. We have been fortunate to try some amazing places! Austin could go toe to toe with any of them. I would pay just to have the mahi mahi, orzo salad, and asparagus again. We are already talking about what we'd like to do next with Cape Fear Adventure Company!!!

Austin from Cape Fear Adventure was the kayak provider and guide on a joint venture with Salty Dog…read moreYoga and he did a great job leading our large group to Masonboro Island and back. He was very friendly and helpful.