We are committed to making camp accessible to every family. Through travel grants for gas assistance or other support needs, we help to reduce any financial barriers so more children can experience the joy and impact of camp. All SOUTH CAROLINA SUMMER CAMPS are free to campers. In partnership with Camp Burnt Gin, the Hemostasis and Thrombosis Centers of South Carolina at Prisma Health, and Camp Courage at the BILO Charities Children’s Cancer Center in Greenville, we provide meaningful programming and hands-on support that helps campers feel safe, supported, and empowered.
Our goal is to create welcoming, inclusive summer experiences that build community, connection, and confidence — memories that last long after camp ends. We invite you to learn more, ask questions, and enroll your child and/or teen in one of South Carolina’s bleeding disorders summer camps. Your child/teen belongs here.
Camp CoAg was created through a partnership between the Bleeding Disorders Association of South Carolina (BDASC) and Prisma Health HTC to better serve children and teens in South Carolina living with bleeding disorders and their siblings. Over the years, our community has expressed a strong need for dedicated opportunities where children and teens can come together, build friendships, develop self-advocacy skills, and connect with peers who share similar experiences. While BDASC has traditionally offered youth programming during conferences, we recognized the need for something intentionally designed to meet the unique needs of our children and teens.
As times have changed, it has become more challenging to ensure that everyone can participate in our events and retreats. With many schools across the state adopting modified year-round calendars, finding a full week that works for all families has become increasingly difficult. In response, we have merged our Teen Retreat with our children’s programming and transitioned to a shortened camp session. This approach not only improves scheduling flexibility but also makes camp more accessible for children and teens who may feel hesitant about spending a full week away from home.
Camp CoAg is a 3-night, 4-day summer camp at Camp Cole in Eastover, South Carolina, for children and teens ages 5–18 years old with bleeding disorders and their siblings. The camp provides a safe, supportive, and fun environment where campers build friendships, confidence, and lasting memories.
To participate, campers must be members of BDASC or receive care through the Prisma Health HTCs. Patients treated at the MUSC Hemophilia Clinic are also welcome to attend, provided they are members of BDASC. Membership to BDASC can be found on our website here.
Who is Eligible: Kids & Teens diagnosed with Bleeding Disorders and their siblings. (Hemophilia, vWD, Platelet Disorders, Ultra Rare Bleeding Disorders)
Medical Team: Dr. Stephanie Ambrose & Nurse Robin Jones, Midstate HTC Staff
Registration: Available Now!
Before starting your application, please note the following:
You will be asked to create a new username/password if you have not had a child/teen previously attend a Camp Kemo program.
You will be asked for Health Insurance information, you will need to provide your Policy ID.
You will be required to provide a current vaccine record. You may get this at your doctor’s office or by visiting the SIMON portal.
We are seeking community members who are interested in serving as camp counselors for our summer camp program. Volunteers must be at least 19 years old and willing to attend a required counselor training session on June 28 at Camp Cole. This is a wonderful opportunity for members who have recently aged out of summer camp or for those looking for a meaningful way to give back to the bleeding disorders community. All volunteers must be approved by the chapter.
Immunization records: Due to the immunocompromised nature of our campers, we do require that our volunteers are up to date on the following immunizations according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP):
For MMR Only: If you were born before 1957 – you are considered immune. If you were born after 1957, you need documentation of one or two doses of MMR or laboratory evidence of immunity. If you had the measles as a child and born after 1957, you would need the titers drawn to verify immunity.
For Tdap: A booster is recommended every 10 years.
For Polio: A booster is only recommended for adults at a high risk of exposure.
All others have lifelong immunity and no boosters are required.
$15 Provides the swag and supplies that help campers focus on fun, friendship, and growth.
When making your donation, please put a note in the top message block during payment that you are making a donation for campers at Camp CoAg please. Thanks!
Click on the Document to the left or the button below for instructions on how to register your child/teen for Camp CoAg. The Camp CoAg Application is available through the Camp Kemo Programs system. If you need additional assistance, please reach out to the Chapter Office at 864-350-9941.
For those participants who are NOT patients at a Prisma HTC, you will be required to submit a health form. This health form must be filled out and signed by your child/teen’s healthcare provider. Click on the Document to the left or the button below to download this health form.
We are grateful for our 17-year partnership with the Bleeding Disorders Foundation of North Carolina and the lasting impact of the Carolina Crew Teen Retreats. These years of collaboration have meant so much to the teens we’ve served and to our community.
As funding, venue availability, and school schedules have shifted, it has become more challenging to find dates that work well. Looking ahead, we are excited to combine our Teen Retreat with Camp CoAg, creating one inclusive summer experience for children and teens with all bleeding disorders.
This new model preserves what teens value most while offering leadership opportunities through separate programming and mentorship roles, fostering connection, confidence, and community in a new setting.
Additional opportunities designed specifically for teens can be found on our Teen Support Page, and we encourage families to explore all the ways teens can stay connected, supported, and engaged.
This camp will be provided free in partnership between BDASC and Prisma Health’s Hemostasis & Thrombosis Centers.
BDASC – Teen Retreat Program