Camp Mariposa®  in Southwest Ohio

Weekend Camp Program for Youth Affected by the Substance Use Disorder of a Family Member

Campers Will Have Fun & Learn Critical Life Skills

Camp Mariposa Southwest Ohio is a year-round addiction prevention and mentoring program for youth affected by the substance use disorder of a family member. Youth ages 9-12 (Youth Camp) and 13-16 (Teen Camp) attend weekend camps up to six times a year. Campers participate in fun, traditional camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, and archery alongside education and support sessions teaching critical life skills and self-care. 

Campers and adult mentors make a one-year commitment to the program. Additional social activities are offered for children and their families throughout the year, and all program activities are offered free of charge to families. To learn more, fill out the form below and Camp Director Jamie Simpson will be in touch with you soon!

Program Goals

Camp Mariposa helps youth to:

• Reduce feelings of isolation and guilt
• Connect with friends facing similar situations
• Develop trusting relationships with adult mentors
• Learn that addiction is a disease
• Build confidence
• Learn critical life skills to help manage
• Have FUN!