James Feller loves to be active outside. The 18-year-old, who has been coming to Camp Royall since 2014, especially enjoys hiking the campās trails. āI even gave him the Phenomenal Pathfinder Award because he showed me new paths to explore camp and have fun,ā said his summer camp counselor, Karla Yamilette Morel. James was always…
Campers Treated to Day at Lenovo with Carolina Hurricanes
As the campers gathered in the lobby at the Lenovo Research Triangle Park campus, they excitedly talked with each other about their favorite PokĆ©mon character, their plans after high school, and their love of technology. Lenovo and Carolina Hurricanes Kids āN Community Foundation employees greeted the 14 teenage campers from the Autism Society of North…
Making Best Friends at Camp Royall
Kellington Morrisey found his best friend at Camp Royall this summer. The 11-year-old arrived for his first week ever somewhat nervous and talking low, his counselor said. But then he was introduced to Khalil, and within minutes, the boys were off walking and talking about Ninjago, their favorite show. āI feel like Kellington and Khalil…
Plan Now for the Best Summer at Camp Royall
Registration is now open for Camp Royallās Summer Residential Camp lottery; you must complete the online registration by Feb. 28. Summer Day Camp registration is first come, first served, and begins March 1. Join us at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, to tour camp and talk to the directors about any questions you might have…
Camp Royall: Better than the Beach
This article was written for the 2016 Camp Chronicle, which will be posted online later this month and mailed to campers and their families. To learn more about ASNCās Camp Royall, go to www.camproyall.org. For Scott Lambeth, a day at Camp Royall is better than a day at the beach. Scott, who is 40 years…
Camp Royall: A Special Place Because of Special People
Each year, hundreds of individuals with autism experience the magic of summer campĀ at the Autism Society of North Carolina’s Camp Royall. At the end of the summer, we put together a magazine full of stories and photos of the life-changing experiences. Below, we share the story of a family that has made a difference in…