Talisman Camps and Programs

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64 Gap Creek Rd

Zirconia, NC 28790

+1 (828) 697-6313

http://www.talismancamps.com

Founded in 1980 and located in Zirconia, N.C., Talisman Programs offers summer camps for children with learning disabilities. It also provides Southeast Journeys, which is a semester length academic program that promotes the development of physical and social skills for children between the ages of 13 and 17. The Talisman Program s Foundations camp includes a variety of adventure activities, such as backpacking, rock and tree climbing and whitewater rafting. It also hosts full-time social events, such as dance shows, carnivals and campfire skits. Talisman Programs offers wilderness camps that include various adventure activities, such as hiking, kayaking and skiing. It also provides Sight programs for the families of children with autism-related disorders. The Talisman Program s academics camps impart traditional skills, such as cider pressing, craft-making, storytelling and gem mining. It is accredited by the American Camp Association.

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3.57 reviews

Doug S.

8/21/2019

Talisman summer camp is an AMAZING place. This was our grandson's 4th year attending this extraordinary camp. The staff supports an environment of love and caring that we have never seen before ....

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Brian A.

7/6/2023

Yesterday should have been my son's first day of camp. However, due to staffing issues his camp was cancelled one week prior to it starting. We were refunded in full. Most families plan their...

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Bruce K.

9/20/2021

Life changing camp for our son and family! Son with high functioning autism found a desperately needed respite and professional environment in which he grew and blossomed. Give me a sixth star to...

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Alfonso R.

7/12/2016

Talisman is an amazing summer camp for children with learning differences. The counselors are caring and seem really passionate about helping each child make great memories and friends. A...

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Frank U.

8/12/2019

Talisman is a wonderful place. My daughter just completed her 8th summer there. Talisman allows high-functioning ASD kids to enjoy the traditional North Carolina summer camp experience. The staff...

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