About

Talisman Camps is a specialized summer camp in Zirconia, North Carolina, serving neurodivergent children, teenagers, and young adults. Its official site describes the camp as operating in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina and serving campers ages 6 to 22 with autism, ADHD, and learning differences (Talisman Camps).

The camp states that it has operated since 1980 and is accredited by the American Camp Association. Its current program menu is organized by age group, including programs for younger children, teenagers, and young adults. The camp describes its model as a structured summer-camp environment with trained staff, peer-matched groups, adventure activities, and a listed 3:1 camper-to-counselor ratio (Talisman Camps; Programs; FAQ).