About This Camp

Camp Cannon offers a comprehensive array of summer enrichment programs designed to foster personal growth and instill a lifelong love of learning in a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment. Located on a beautiful 65-acre campus in Concord, NC, the camp specializes in weekly enrichment sessions across multiple focus areas including The Arts & Academics, College Prep, SciTech, and Sports for students ranging from ages 4 to 18. With state-of-the-art facilities including a performing arts center,

Key Highlights

  • Multiple specialized programs for ages 4-18
  • Comprehensive facilities including performing arts center and two gymnasiums
  • Diverse curriculum spanning arts, academics, technology, and sports
  • Nature-based learning with creek activities and water explorations
  • Specialized programs for grade transitions and new students

Special Features

  • 65-acre campus with state-of-the-art facilities
  • Performing arts center and two gymnasiums
  • Strength and conditioning center
  • Athletic fields and tennis courts
  • Wooded wetlands for nature exploration
  • Arduino for Newbies requires students to bring their own laptops
  • Jump Into Cannon available for new students and rising Junior Kindergarten
  • High-demand programs with proven popularity
  • Hands-on learning in natural environment

Activities

The Arts & AcademicsCollege PrepSciTechSportsWater ExplorationsCreek activitiesProgrammingElectronicsLiteracy developmentGrade preparation

Best For

Families seeking well-rounded summer camp experiences with strong academics, STEM education, and nature-based learning for children ranging from Junior Kindergarten through middle school, particularly those interested in literacy development and hands-on technology exploration

Parent Considerations

  • Laptop requirement for Arduino for Newbies program – families must provide their own devices
  • Limited counselor ratio information available in program details
  • Multiple programs require technology access and digital literacy
  • Programs span different weeks throughout the summer – parents need to coordinate scheduling
  • Mix of academic preparation and recreational activities requires understanding of program goals