Camp Mac

In 1948, the Superintendent of Talladega County Schools, Mr. E.A. McBride, founded Camp Mac (which was named in his honor by the first group of campers that summer) because of his conviction that not everything children need to know to become successful, productive adults can be taught in a classroom. Since that time, we have seen firsthand the benefits children derive year after year as they grow up as part of our Camp Mac family. We have found that "Mr. Mac" was right in his belief that "Summer camp is good for kids", and share in his belief that every child should have the opportunity to attend summer camp. Of course, we realize that all camps are different, and every camp is likely to be better suited for some children than others. We know that there are as many different kinds of summer camps as there are different kinds of kids. We encourage every family to look for and find a camp that is the right "fit" for them. No single camp, Camp Mac included, is the right choice for every child, and we have never tried to be all things for all people. We recognize that we serve a select group of families who see a bigger picture and want more for their children than a simple, short-term summer camp experience. Recent 21st century research funded by the Lilly Endowment and others now confirms what Mr. Mac knew to be true way in 1948 - "Summer camp is good for kids". And we have seen what Camp Mac has done for thousands of kids over the years. Our goal is to continue to offer these opportunities to thousands more - and our hope is that, one day, every child will have the opportunity to attend summer camp. We hope Camp Mac is what you're looking for, but if it's not, we encourage you to take the time to find the camp that's "right" for you and your family. All camps are different, and all too often parents do not take the time to investigate the program, facilities, staff experience and camp philosophy before making this important decision. Read more about Camp Mac's approach to helping our campers grow into the young men and women their parents want them to be. If you're interested in learning more about other summer camps in our region that serve a clientele similar to our own, we've put together a list of links to their websites.