Current Status Bill Number:1303 Type of Legislation:Senate Resolution SR Introducing Body:Senate Introduced Date:19960328 Primary Sponsor:Setzler All Sponsors:Setzler Drafted Document Number:res9976.ngs Date Bill Passed both Bodies:19960328 Subject:Camp Discovery Day; March 30, 1996
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TO COMMEND CAMP DISCOVERY, A NONPROFIT THERAPEUTIC RECREATIONAL CAMP, LOCATED IN BLYTHEWOOD, FOR ITS CONTRIBUTIONS IN BUILDING THE SELF-ESTEEM, INDEPENDENCE, AND AWARENESS OF THE PARTICIPANTS AND CLIENTS IT SERVES, AND TO DECLARE SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 1996, AS "CAMP DISCOVERY DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.
Whereas, Camp Discovery is a nonprofit therapeutic recreational camp for organized youth groups, senior citizens, and people with mental, emotional, or physical disabilities. It is located at His Acres in Blythewood, South Carolina; and
Whereas, Camp Discovery offers a natural setting, a safe and accepting emotional environment, and goal-oriented activities. These elements allow participants to experience the opportunity to develop increased self-esteem, independence, and an awareness of the needs of others; and
Whereas, the individuals who share in the activities at Camp Discovery are mentally, physically, and emotionally challenged including children identified as "at-risk", members of dysfunctional families, and members of households in poverty; organized youth groups from civic clubs, scouting, or churches of any denomination, and senior citizens; and
Whereas, in Phase I, the initial services for participants are free. Activities depend on a limited number of paid staff and volunteers. The camp operates during the months that public schools are in session. Phase I buildings include the completed Crouch Recreation Hall, and a planned reception building and chapel; and
Whereas, in Phase II, services will be offered to participants below cost. Scholarships will be available to friends and participants in financial need. Activities will be expanded year-round and will include overnight scheduling. Phase II when completed will include a kitchen, cafeteria, and cabins as well as art, music, drama, and recreational facilities; and
Whereas, a number of individuals, service clubs, churches, and businesses have given unselfishly of their time and resources to help make the dream of Camp Discovery a reality; and
Whereas, the members of the General Assembly, by this resolution, would like to express their strong support for Camp Discovery and for each of the fine individuals and groups who are working so hard on its behalf and in order to recognize this wonderful endeavor have determined to declare Saturday, March 30, 1996, as "Camp Discovery Day" in South Carolina. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the Senate:
That the members of the Senate hereby commend Camp Discovery, a nonprofit therapeutic recreational camp in Blythewood, for its contributions in building the self-esteem, independence, and awareness of the participants and clients it serves.
Be it further resolved that the members of the Senate, hereby declare Saturday, March 30, 1996, as "Camp Discovery Day" in South Carolina.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Camp Discovery.