Camp 2022
Metabolic Camp Experience
Out of abundance of caution due to COVID-19, we will have a virtual camp for 2022, called Metabolic eCamp via Zoom.
Similar to our in-person camp, the virtual camp offers research, education, and social support. Metabolic eCamp will take place June 22-24, 2022, with approximately 30 campers and 20 staff.
Camp Components
The camp program is comprised of:
- Nutrition Counseling Groups – Daily nutrition management counseling sessions conducted by medical faculty (registered dietitian) and an assistant (nutrition student).
- Large Group Classes – Topics may include nutrition management, genetics, maternal PKU, reproductive health, exercise, and others. Classes are taught in large group setting and in breakout groups.
- Small Activity Groups – Themes may include cooking, medical food taste testing, personal wellness, art, and others. Activities are conducted in small group settings.
- Social Support – Activities may include icebreakers, games, formal & informal discussions with presenters, staff, and fellow campers.
Typical Day
| 11:00am-11:25am EST | Welcome | |
| 11:30am-12:15pm EST | Activity Groups | |
| 12:20pm-12:45pm EST | Virtual Exhibit | |
| 12:50pm-1:40pm EST | Group Class | |
| 1:45pm-2:25pm EST | Nutrition Counseling Session | |
| 2:30pm-2:55pm EST | Virtual Exhibit | |
| 3:00pm-3:25pm EST | Group Class | |
| 3:30pm-4:00pm EST | Patient Story | Daily Recap | Closing |
Sample Cooking Class Recipes
Faculty
There is a minimum of one medical faculty member and one assistant for every 5-7 campers. The faculty is involved in helping campers with daily classes, activities, and nutrition counseling sessions.
Clinical Care
For clinical purposes, all campers are required:
- To provide a filter paper for plasma amino acids on both the first and third days of the virtual camp.
In order to monitor diet compliance and to identify areas for improvement, each camper also is asked to:
- Complete 3-day diet records prior to Camp.
- Complete 3-day diet records during Camp.
These are standard patient management procedures and are not considered a part of the research process. To learn more about the option to participate in Camp research, please visit the About Metabolic Camp page.
Camper Registration
Registration is now closed, so we can take care of our current campers. Please stay tuned for 2023 camp dates!
Camper Packet
Once you have registered (preferably online), you will receive a registration confirmation and a Camper Packet containing information and forms to complete in preparation for camp week. You will receive access to your camper packet online, unless requested otherwise.