Asthma Programs

Camp Spinnaker

August 20 – 23, 2026

At Camp Merrowvista

Center Tuftonboro, NH

An overnight camp for children ages 5 – 15 with asthma and their families (siblings of all ages welcome).

2026 Registration is $25 per person!
This special rate is made possible in part thanks to the generous support of the Pattony Foundation and the proceeds from the annual Tabitha Lemon Memorial Golf Tournament.

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

About Camp Spinnaker

Camp Spinnaker is an overnight camp for children ages 5 – 15 with asthma and their families (siblings of all ages welcome).

The camp is operated by Zebra Crossings with onsite support and oversight by medical volunteers.

All the fun activities of a traditional overnight camp with the added benefit of asthma education presented by qualified asthma educators.

Goals of participating in this fun camp experience

• Increased self-confidence and sense of independence
• Inspiration to live life to the fullest
• Desire to seek opportunities to achieve goals
• Awareness to take responsibility for their own health.
• Ability to recognize asthma symptoms and take appropriate action.

What to expect:

• Our staff and the Camp staff with greet you upon arrival.
• There will be planned activities and meals, as well as downtime for families to rest and relax.
• We will host this camp rain or shine, but don’t worry our host camp has both indoor and outdoor activity areas.

Activities:

On the grounds of Camp Merrowvista there is a field house/gym type of space that houses the ropes course and rock climbing wall. This space is also great for games of all sorts and ensures that no matter what weather is encountered during Camp Spinnaker, everyone will be able to be active and have fun!

Sample activities:

• Arts & Crafts
• Archery
• Rock Climbing
• Ropes Course
• Campfire
• Hike to Waterfall
• Kickball
• Asthma Education

Parents are an important part of the equation, too, and we want to create meaningful opportunities for them to connect with one another. When parents feel relaxed and supported, they’re better able to meet their child’s needs without fear or judgment. As this happens, children feel less worried about being “different” and more able to stay centered and fully present. Ultimately, this sense of safety and acceptance helps them learn, grow, and feel truly “ok.”

Info about our host campground:

Location: Camp Merrowvista, 147 Canaan Road, Center Tuftonboro, NH 03816

We will be staying in a large lodge with individual dormitory-style rooms. Each family will have their own room(s), and the setup is similar to a college dorm. Some rooms have single beds, while most include bunk beds.

In addition, the lodge features shared bathrooms, much like those in a dormitory, with multiple sinks, toilets, and showers for everyone to use.

The lodge also includes its own kitchen and dining area, where meals will be served “family-style” and enjoyed together.

Finally, there is a spacious recreation area in the daylit basement, which is especially helpful if the weather isn’t cooperating and indoor activities are needed.

Camp Merrowvista

“Set on over 600 acres in the pristine Ossipee Mountains of New Hampshire, Merrowvista draws you into a life that is rustic, uncomplicated, and filled with excitement. Trails lead through the forest to mountain peaks just waiting to be explored. Dan Hole Pond, a crystal clear lake, is the hub of waterfront activities. This beautiful setting provides the perfect backdrop to discover what it means to be my own self, at my very best, all the time!”  Visit https://ayf.com/camps/merrowvista/  to learn more about Merrowvista.