Florida Elks Youth Camp
Overview
Camp Dovewood is a dynamic summer Christian camp for girls with an outstanding horseback riding program( English & western) in N. Florida along with 24 other fun-filled activities: dance, volleyball, cheer, tennis, soccer, drama, art, swimming, baton, gymnastics, trail rides, horseshows, leadership classes, Bible, archery, cooking,music river trips and so more, Accredited with ACA, CHA
Read More Show LessUnique Features
- A residential Christian equestrian camp for girls with over 24 activities.
- Led by strong female Christian role models and directors who are passionate about passing along their knowledge, faith, experience and abilities to the next generation.
- Dovewood is accredited with American Camping Association, Certified Horsemanship Association and is also a member of Christian Camp and Conference Association.
- We believe in interdenominational camping because it offers the opportunity for girls of all faiths to share with one another as sisters –in- Christ.
- Camp Dovewood is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit charitable organization.
Activities
Dates & Rates
2026 Season:
- Camp Season June 07 - July 11
- Session Lengths 1, 2 weeks
- Cost $795 - $1,095 /week
Financial Offers:
- Tiered/sliding scale tutition: No
- Financial assistance: No
- Special discounts: No
Accommodations
Bunks
- Type: Cabins
- Open air
- No electricity/lights
- No air conditioning
- No separate bathhouse
- Showers not attached
- Toilets not attached
Health
- Staff certified in First Aid / CPR
- No doctor onsite
- Nurse onsite
- 24/7 medical staff
- Health Center
Dietary Needs
- No food allergy options
- No gluten free option
- No kosher
- Not peanut free
- Not tree nut-free
- No vegan option
- No vegetarian option
International Campers
- Does not typically enroll non-US campers
Welcome Message
Roberta, Director
Roberta is a National Board Certified Teacher, District Teacher of the Year from Suwannee County, endorsed K-12 Gifted Teacher and WSI instructor. She has taught ballet, drama, art, and horseback riding in Georgia and Florida. Roberta has shown Hunt Seat, Western and English Pleasure as well as Saddle Seat Equitation throughout the Southeast.
She is a Camp Horsemanship certified riding instructor. Roberta seems to have an unlimited amount of energy, enthusiasm and love for life. When asked how she was so effective as a teacher, mother, director and wife, she replied," I give God the glory for my success. He is my Director."
