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Camp Kno-Koma
- Coed
- Ages 7-15
- Disability
Primarily serves campers with: Diabetes
Overview
Camp Kno-Koma is a summer camp for children with diabetes in and around the state of West Virginia. Under close medical supervision, Kno-Koma provides a worry-free, classic sleepaway experience where campers enjoy typical camp activities while gaining skills in managing their disease. Adventure, education, and friendship are at the heart of this week-long camp located in the Monongahela National Forest.
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Disability-centered camp for: Diabetes
Unique Features
- Camp Kno-Koma offers a classic sleepaway experience tailored for children ages 7–15 with diabetes, blending fun with hands-on disease management support.
- Campers enjoy swimming, fishing, tubing, volleyball, arts & crafts, nature studies, dances, and campfires—just like any other summer camp.
- Staffed by physicians, nurses, dietitians, and counselors (many with diabetes themselves), the camp provides round-the-clock care and education in a safe, nurturing environment.
- Held at Greenbrier Youth Camp in the Monongahela National Forest, the camp offers a peaceful, nature-rich backdrop for adventure and reflection.
- Campers bond over shared experiences, forming lifelong friendships and gaining confidence in managing their condition together.
Activities
Dates & Rates
2026 Season:
- Camp Season July 12 - July 18
- Session Lengths 1 week or less
- Cost $200 - $325 /week
Financial Offers:
- Tiered/sliding scale tutition: No
- Financial assistance: Yes
- Special discounts: Available
Accommodations
Bunks
- Type: Cabins
- Not open air
- Electricity/lights
- No air conditioning
- No separate bathhouse
- Showers attached
- Toilets attached
Health
- Staff certified in First Aid / CPR
- Doctor onsite
- Nurse onsite
- 24/7 medical staff
- Health Center
Dietary Needs
- Food Allergies
- No gluten free option
- No kosher
- Not peanut free
- Not tree nut-free
- No vegan option
- No vegetarian option
International Campers
- Does not enroll non-US campers
Welcome Message
Director
The mission of the Diabetes Camp of West Virginia, Inc. is to serve as a non-profit organization with the goal of providing Camp Kno-Koma, a summer camping experience for children with diabetes in and around the state of WV. Camp Kno-Koma believes that there are 3 basic principles to a great camp experience: Adventure, Education and Friendship. Camp Kno-Koma has remained steadfast in these principles for over 60 years.
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