SOAR ADHD Summer Camp and GAP Year Programs

SOAR ADHD Summer Camp and GAP Year Programs offers Summer Camp at SOAR and GAP Year at SOAR for youth and young adults with ADHD and/or learning differences. The summer camp uses hands-on outdoor experiences, and the GAP year program is an adventure-based experience before college or career. The site states that SOAR participants are ages 8 to 25.

Programs

• Summer Camp at SOAR — Youth with ADHD and/or learning differences; source states ages 8-25 for SOAR participants · Adventure-based summer camps that help youth build confidence, independence, and social skills through hands-on outdoor experiences.
• GAP Year at SOAR — Young adults with ADHD and/or learning differences; source states ages 8-25 for SOAR participants · Adventure-based GAP year experiences where young adults gain independence, real-world skills, and direction before college or career.

At a glance

• Ages: 8–18 years old

About the provider

For over 50 years, SOAR has helped young people through outdoor adventure and experiential learning. The site also states that SOAR has been proudly serving children and young adults with ADHD and LD since 1977. Its mission is Turning ADHD and LD Diagnosis Into Superpowers Through Experiential Learning Programs.

SOAR is not a therapeutic boot camp or wilderness therapy program. Siblings without ADHD and/or Learning Disabilities are welcome to attend. A 1:4 staff-to-camper ratio is stated. Tuition includes room, meals, and program. No application fee. A $250 non-refundable deposit is stated. Full payment is due by May 1st, or at enrollment if enrolling after May 1st. Refund schedules and additional fee situations are described on the site.

What families say

“He had so many challenges in other settings that we were worried about his first overnight experience. He loved his counselor Ally and left camp with so much more confidence and trust in his abilities. Being trusted to care for Goldy meant so much to our son. So humbly grateful for all the hard work that goes into pulling off this level of camping experiences for children.” — Jeannine A., SOAR Parent

“Our son attended the 10-day SOAR camp and he was 15 at the time. As a 2e kid, who was initially reluctant to go, he did so well and connected with not only the group, but the leaders, too. SOAR’s method of structured independence and earned responsibility was one in which our son thrived. We’d recommend this SOAR program!” — Lakshmi S., SOAR Parent

“My 15 year old son had the most magical trip to SOAR Wyoming Academic camp this last summer. It was his first sleep away camp and he absolutely loved it. The camp staff and everyone we worked with was wonderful!! Absolutely LOVE this camp!” — Simone H., SOAR Parent

Last updated September 28, 2026.