Food Discovery Camp

Exploring Food with Confidence

Dates:

• Week 1: July 15^th , 17^th, and 19^th
• Week 2: August 12^th, 14^th, and 16^th

Time: 12PM – 3PM

Ages: 5-8 years old

Cost: $200.00 per camper, per week

About The Camp

Food Discover Camp is a three-day summer program designed for children ages 5 to 8 years old, with non-medical feeding challenges, such as texture avoidance, sensory issues, food refusal, aversions, restricted food variety, and resistance to new foods.

Camp Director

Emily Beddow, Occupational Therapist, brings over 25 years of experience working with children facing feeding challenges, both medical and non-medical.

Camp Activities

• Exposure to New Foods: Children will have the opportunity to explore new foods through all five senses, encouraging a positive relationship with food.
• Food Preparation: Under the guidance of Emily Beddow and adult volunteers, campers will learn basic food preparation techniques and cook simple meals.
• Encouragement: Campers will be encouraged to try their creations, fostering confidence and independence in their food choices.

Approach

Exposure to new foods is encouraged but not mandatory, ensuring a supportive and low-pressure environment for campers.

Outcomes

Many parents report that their children are more willing to try new foods after attending Food Discover Camp. Even those who aren’t yet ready to taste new foods often become more open to smelling and touching new foods, laying the groundwork for future exploration.