We arranged to bring a small school group here to stay for 3 days in early May 2019. We had a lot…read moreof specialty foods and diets to accommodate and I have to say that the cooking staff was stupendous!! They totally exceeded my expectations and went far above and beyond. The camp manager also was very helpful. Any requests we had were met with a smile. We had a wonderful time at this camp and would recommend to anyone. If we are ever in the area again, we will stay at Canyon Camp.

This camp was one of the most spiritually-fulfilling experiences that I have had at a camp. I…read moreattended Kindred Dance Camp, a dance-filled weekend of workshops and camp activities held at Camp Kupugani. It is about a 2 hr drive west of Chicago heading towards Rockford. The staff were all so very welcoming, and you can tell that they have figured out much of what works and what doesn't in terms of camp guidelines. The facilities have plenty to offer in terms of a parking lot, cabins for staff members and camp leaders, cabins for camp participants (about 10-12 bunk beds in each of the participant cabins), a barnhouse that we used for dance workshops called the Rec Hall, and a dining hall. There are plenty of hiking trails and some obstacles (I'll let you find those out on your own!) on them for those who want to be challenged. Camptivities included crate stacking, canoeing, dam-jumping, nine square, and I'm sure there are others that we didn't get a chance to do. The food was delicious! Natasha was a wonderful cook along with her kitchen staff. The blueberry coffee cake is heavenly. Other meals included hot breakfasts with eggs, bacon, and fruit and meals with roast beef, rice and corn, grilled cheese sandwiches, and vegetarian chili. I hope to come back here again! The camp for the most part offers girls and boys' adolescent and teen camps during the summer.

We love Camp Kupugani! Looking forward to going back again this summer. This summer would be our…read morefamily's 3rd summer doing parent-child camp.

Fun camp! Came here in college for weekend retreats, now returning 30 years later as a counselor…read morefor high school retreats. Nice lodges that can fit 15-100 easily, several 16-bed bunkhouses, fireplaces, outdoor bonfire pits, nice bathroom/showers. Trails, outdoor swimming pool & frisbee golf.

From the owner: Camping and Retreat Center Summer Camp…read moreYouth and children's ministries Adult Ministry Outdoor living

Now I'm only 10, but I love camp shalom, first it's super fun but I only went to it I was in 2nd…read moregrade so some of this might not be there anymore, but from what I remember there was arts and craft. we made lanyards and other things and there was a rock wall to. We all would sleep in cabins and the bunk beds we slept in where really good so I hope this helped.

This place was not what I expected at all, but honestly that just added to my experience and made…read moreit funnier. Upon walking into my cabin, I started to die laughing because of how bare it was. I should mention that our door was extremely hard to open and we had to thrust ourselves upon it to open it. Needless to say, if there was a fire I don't think we would make it. Also, our windows were nailed shut, further decreasing our chances of survival. We turned on our heater because it was about 40° outside and began to smell something burning. However, we left for dinner and when we came back our cabin was still standing, so it should be safe. There is also a smoke alarm, so hopefully you'll hear it and try and get the door open before you die of smoke inhalation. Overall I enjoyed staying here because all of my basic needs were met and the cabin was laughibly bad. I would stay here again.

We took our Girl Scout troop to an Adventure Camp at Camp Benson and were thoroughly impressed with…read morethe clean conditions, professional and friendly staff and attention to safety in all the activities. Our girls had a blast! Will definitely consider going back if another opportunity arises. Keep up the great work!

From the owner: YMCA Camp Benson is a premier YMCA summer camp and year-round retreat center.read more

No words can express how Much I love this place. It's so…read moreamazing and the entire staff is amazing.

Best camp ever! Not only did I grow up attending this camp and was on staff, but now my children go…read morehere! I attribute my camp experiences to furthering my independence, maturity, positive self-worth and many other good qualities instilled throughout the years. I have continued to be impressed by their staff, food quality, activities and overall experiences that have remained core to Camp Wapsie. I would highly recommend this camp to anyone and everyone!

Nick is the best part of Camp Abe Lincoln. He's the director but I say the best part because of the…read moreCORE Values he instills into our children. Our daughter Danika has been going to the overnight camps going on her 6th summer now. It being closed last year due to the pandemic was probably the worst transition our daughter went thru during these uncertain times. If you live in the Quad Cities the you heard the scream from Danika's mouth when she heard "Papa Smurfs "voice when I answered the phone. We drop our little girl off & her dad cries every time cuz this is his baby but we know she's safe & she comes home with so much knowledge & understanding. She feels so peaceful while at camp. She's not afraid to try new things. We've never been turned away when we've struggled to pay for camp. This is the best thing you can do for your children is send them to Camp Abe Lincoln. They don't have any electronics but you can email them & Nicks up bright and early printing them off before 5am so your camper gets them every morning at breakfast time. Please look into it. You will Not regret it. Thank you Nick & all the staff

My review is about the overnight/resident camp. This camp is so far off of what is advertised on…read morethe website and apparently no amount of research (I thought I was thorough) can prepare you. There were only 2 cabins of children... one boys, one girls, all ages, attached, with one female counselor between the 2, so connecting doors were left open at night. After the day campers left, that one counselor was also the lifeguard, the activities director, the cook. There were ZERO campfires in the evenings. Instead they were put in front of a movie 3 of the 5 nights... with microwaved s'mores and frozen pizza one night. They did not get to pick their activities... horseback riding, archery, games, sports, outdoor cooking, fishing were not offered. They attended prescribed activities that were mostly the same every day. There was no teambuilding, no traditions, no fun clubs, nothing that we were expecting. Kids told to 'stop crying' if they were homesick. I even emailed prior with a couple questions that would have given the perfect opportunity to set the expectation and let the parent decide if this type of environment was right for our children. So disappointed in this camp, which I know USED to be good bc I went there as a kid. So disappointed in the YMCA for not doing better and for ruining my daughter's idea of overnight camp.

We did the Sky Tours Zip lines here twice now. We really enjoy it, great guides, and 2 hours of…read morefun. Great for day trips. They now added full moon night zips, and we will be back! This is on the grounds of the old Union Electric fairgrounds, and the guides add a historical overview as part of the zip. Don't forget to tip your guides as they are often putting themselves through school.

My hubby and I had a blast with Max and Jake during the Sky Tours Zip line! They were hilarious and…read moremade the trip a lot of fun! Celebrating our anniversary and it was definitely worth the trip!!!

What a fantastic place! We wanted to PICK apples and Terrapin Orchard did not disappoint. Matt…read more(owner?) was super informative and gave us a ride into the orchard where we found nice rows with good apples on them. Back at the store they have a few things like donuts & cobbler. We left with some of it. Great stop.

We went apple picking yesterday. Had a good time. We were the only ones in the orchard. Which was…read moreawesome. Picked some delicious sweet apples. Also purchased the best mini apple cider doughnuts, and apple butter. First timers here and our experience was fantastic. Terrapin was full of friendly faces and big smiles! Definitely worth visiting if you appreciate the non-commercial feel.