I’ve participated in PALS for the past two summers and will be returning this August! PALS Programs’ mission is to create inclusive camp experiences for people with and without Down syndrome.

PALS facilitates one-to-one pairings between similarly-aged teens with and without Down syndrome. I spend a full week (7 days, 6 nights) living in a dorm with my partner, participating in on-campus activities, and going on off-campus adventures together.

It’s been one of the best experiences of my life, and the friendships I’ve built last long after the week is over.

Here are some photos from my past couple years at PALS!