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Welcome to Camp Christopher

History

Camp Christopher is the preeminent traditional summer camp in Northeast Ohio, entering its 93rd summer.  Since 1924, Camp Christopher has pursued an ideal: To provide children not merely with a positive recreational experience, but one that would contribute meaningfully to the balanced development of the child.  The Camp Christopher community has continued to evolve over the years to meet the needs of families and children.  Our long history comes from providing high quality programming and well trained staff, but also to the continued adherence to Catholic ideals and the fostering of individuality, community, personal growth, and lifelong friendships.

With an ever growing reputation for excellence, Camp Christopher has become a summer tradition for many families in Northeast Ohio and beyond.  Each summer, Camp Christopher serves youth from all over the United States, and even from some countries overseas.  Generations of families have made this beautiful property their children’s home away from home.  As you walk the grounds, you will hear the sounds of cheering, laughter, and song.  It is one of very few places and spaces that children can go today that remains ‘unplugged’.  After all these years, Camp Christopher continues to foster a culture built on timeless values.

Catholic Charities has taken great care to preserve traditions that began as far back as 1924.  Everything about Camp Christopher embodies timeless quality and attention to the well-being of the campers in order to continue to be a place where friendships flourish and faith abounds.  In an increasingly fast paced world, Camp Christopher provides a nurturing, supportive environment in which children can try new things, develop new skills, focus on friendships, take great pride in learning, and proudly pass down the traditions of generations of Camp Christopher campers.

Catholic Charities recognizes the unique and timeless qualities of children.  Our campers teem with energy, crave movement, and delight in having fun together.  We know that they have complex emotional lives and need to feel connected and supported as they navigate a new environment.  And we are proud that Camp Christopher continues to be a place where they can learn to put their faith into action, engage with diverse groups of people and develop confidence and resilience through adventures that can lead to a lifetime of success.

For more information on the history of Camp Christopher, visit I Wanna Linger: The Rich History of Camp Christopher on Facebook.

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PHONE: 330-376-CAMP (2267) or 800-296-CAMP EMAIL: campchristopher@ccdocle.org

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DIRECTIONS

1930 N. Hametown Road, Akron, Ohio 44333
*Camp Christopher is in front of you at the intersection of Ira and N. Hametown Roads

From the North:
Take I-77 South
Exit at #143 - US 176, Richfield (Wheatley Road)
Turn right at stop sign
Turn left at 2nd stop light onto Brecksville/Cleveland-Massillon Road
Turn right at 3rd stop light onto Ira Road
Follow Ira Road approx. 3 miles until it ends at N. Hametown Road
Camp Christopher is in front of you at the intersection of Ira and N. Hametown Roads

From the West:
Take Rt. 18 East (towards Akron) to I-77 North (towards Cleveland)
Follow the directions from the South below

From the South:
Take I-77 North
Exit at Ghent Road (#138, the first exit past US 18)
Turn left at stop light onto Ghent Road
Turn left at 5th stop light onto Ira Road
Follow Ira Road approx. 3 miles until it ends at N. Hametown Road

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  • Camp Christopher – Book a Private Event
  • Camp Christopher – Community Respite for Campers with Disabilities
  • Camp Christopher – Discovery Camp for Adults with Disabilities
  • Camp Christopher – Environmental Education
  • Camp Christopher – Family Camp
  • Camp Christopher – Harvest Moon Weekend
  • Camp Christopher – Residential Express Camp
  • Camp Christopher – Residential Leadership Camp
  • Camp Christopher – Residential Voyage Camp
  • Camp Christopher – September Song Weekend
  • Camp Christopher – SumFun Day Camp for Children with Disabilities
  • Camp Christopher – Summer Day Camp

Contact Phone Numbers

General Information 216.334.2900
CYO Athletics 216.334.1261
Adoption/Foster Care 440.843.5587
Counseling/Addiction Services 216.391.2030
Camp Christopher 800.296.CAMP
Emergency Assistance 216.334.2969

Counties Outside Cuyahoga
(Community Services Offices)

Ashland 419.289.1903
Geauga 440.285.3537
Lake 440.352.6191
Lorain 440.366.1106
Medina 330.723.9615
Summit 330.762.2961
Wayne 330.262.7836

Head Start/Early Learning

Main 216.334.2945

Family Centers

Fatima 216.391.0505
St. Martin De Porres 216.268.3909
St. Philip Neri 216.391.4415

Disability Services & Ministries

Main 216.334.2962
Rose-Mary 216.481.4823

Emergency Assistance

Bishop Cosgrove Center 216.781.8262
St. Elizabeth Center 440.242.0056

Employment & Training Services

Eastside 216.391.4415
Midtown 216.426.9870

Hispanic Services

Hispanic Senior Center 216.939.3713
Hispanic Counseling & Addiction
(La Providencia)
216.696.2197

Migration & Refugee Services

Main 216.281.7005
Immigration Legal Office 216.939.3769

Older Adults

St. Augustine Health Ministries 216.634.7400
Holy Family Hospice 440.888.7722
Hispanic Senior Center 216.939.3713

Parish Outreach

Marriage & Family Office 216.334.2978
Office for Human Life 216.334.2965
Pastoral Care 216.587.8377
CYO and Youth & Young Adult Ministries 216.334.1261

Diocesan Social Action Office

Main 216.939.3843
Catholic Commission Lorain 330.366.1106
Catholic Commission Lake/Geauga 440.943.7612
Catholic Commission Wayne/Ashland/Medina 330.263.6176
Catholic Commission Summit 330.535.2787
Catholic Relief Services 440.943.7612

Catholic Charities Corporation Administrative Offices: 7911 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102, 216.334.2900, contactus@ccdocle.org

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