Join a camp specifically for teens with special needs. Our program, in partnership with M-NCPPC, provides activities including games, challenge courses, outdoor environmental education, woodland/stream ecology, arts and crafts. The staff to participant ratio is 1:4 to allow campers independence for developing social skills and building confidence.l also explore each person's ecological footprint and climate change. Program activities will be held at different locations throughout Prince George's County including the William S. Schmidt Outdoor Education Center.
PGCPS students aged 13-21 with special needs can apply.
The link to apply can be found on the Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission's website: Parks Direct: Pick. Play. Grow.
Program Dates August 7 - August 8, 2026
Monday - Friday
Hours 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
William S. Schmidt Outdoor Education Center
M-NCPPC does charge a fee to attend this camp.
Campers will meet at regional centers in Prince George’s County.
From the regional centers, transportation will be provided to and from Camp Schmidt.
Lunch will not be provided.
Campers should bring a bagged lunch and drink.
