If you like to be wet, then Camp Emerson has a lot to offer! Our warm, heated pool and two lakes are busy all day and night during summer camp. This is the place to try new things – like waterskiing – or feel the thrill of riding into the lake on our zipline. Come on down to the water with your friends and have a blast!
Waterskiing, Tubing, Kneeboarding & Wakeboarding
Waterskiing is an activity that most everyone wants to try at camp. With our 2 state-of-the-art, Malibu skiboats, we can get everyone on the lake for many spins. Personal instruction at your comfort level starts on the dock. Campers learn on both the tow rope and the fixed boom to build confidence. More experienced waterskiers can try the kneeboard, wakeboard, slalom skiing or barefoot. Interested in inflatables? We have those too. This is what camp is all about.
Pool Activities
The pool is paradise at camp – stay cool and have fun with your friends. Pool parties under the lights are an evening favorite. We have several different activities going on at our heated pool.
Competitive Swimming
Already a competitive swimmer? We’ll help you improve. Want to give it a try? We’ll teach you to fly across the pool.
Swim Instruction
Is not required unless you are a beginner or advanced beginner swimmer or your parents want you to take swim lessons. Otherwise, swim instruction is a choice like everything else. We teach a full American Red Cross Aquatics Program.
Water Sports & Water Fitness
Water basketball, water polo, water aerobics, water zumba and more to keep you moving in the pool.
Free Swim
Of course! Pool toys? YES! That’s what summer is all about.
Lake Emerson
Change Text to: Take advantage of everything Lake Emerson has to offer! Paddle out on a boat, ride the zipline, or jump for joy on our trampoline. We love the lake!
Canoeing, Kayaking & Paddleboarding
On Lake Emerson, next to the pool, we do canoeing, kayaking & paddleboarding. Enjoy the pleasure of flat water paddling under your own power on our beautiful private lake. Learn about safety, various strokes and proper paddling technique.
Sailing
We have 2 person, single sail Sunfish. Instruction starts on land where you learn about the boat, wind, and nautical safety. The instructors will go with you on the lake until you’re ready to go on your own. A VERY popular sport and a great confidence builder.