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Overnight “Camp I Am Me” in Ingleside for Young Burn Survivors

When

Sunday, June 14, 2026    
All Day
iCal

Where

YMCA Camp Duncan
32405 N. Hwy. 12, Ingleside, IL , 60041

Event Type

Have fun at Illinois’ free summer camp for young burn survivors

Join the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance (IFSA) for a week filled with fun at “Camp I Am Me” from June 14 to 20 at YMCA Camp Duncan in Ingleside. 

This free one-week camp experience provides young burn survivors with opportunities to:

  • Share common experiences
  • Meet new friends
  • Play without feeling self-conscious about their scars
  • Build skills to help with their physical, psychological and emotional well-being

Campers will have a blast exploring a wide variety of camp activities, such as:

  • Swimming and boating
  • Arts and crafts
  • Archery and sports
  • Games and more!

The camp is free for campers ages 8 to17 who have experienced a burn injury requiring hospital or outpatient treatment. Enrollment is subject to medical approval.

To request a camper application form, contact:

  • The “Camp I Am Me” office at (847) 390-0911
  • Leslie Metcalf at lmetcalf@ifsa.org