2025 East Tennessee Power Up Technology Camp

Join us in East Tennessee for the 2025 Power Up Technology Camp, hosted by DDA’s Program Innovation Team! This exciting day camp is for anyone with an intellectual and developmental disability, age 15 and older, who is interested in learning more about enabling technology in a beautiful outdoor camp environment. During camp, participants will be able to explore different enabling technologies through hands on experiences, enjoy the outdoors while playing games, make S’mores, see nature, and much more!

Please note: You only need to register for 1 day of camp, as each day will offer the same experience. You will need to submit a separate registration for each person you are registering. For example, if you are registering 2 campers and a support staff, you will have 3 separate registrations to submit.

When is Power Up Technology Camp?  Camp is offered May 14 and 15, 2025. Participants will choose one day to attend, as each day will offer the same experience.

Where is Power Up Tech Camp?  Camp is located at the Carson Springs Conference Center – 1120 Carson Springs Road, Newport, TN 37821 (Get Directions). Participants will need to meet at camp, as transportation to and from camp is not provided. 

What time is Power Up Tech Camp?  Check-in starts at 8:30AM EST, Camp Activities begin at 9:00AM EST, Closing Ceremony is at 3:00PM EST, pick-up is at 3:30PM EST.

Who is Power Up Tech Camp for?  Tech Camp is for teens and adults, age 15 and up, who have an intellectual/developmental disability and interested in learning about Enabling Technology. Campers are allowed to invite one support partner or family member to accompany them at camp for any needed support.

What will my camper experience?  Campers will spend the day with a small group of friends (10-12 in each group). Campers will rotate with their group through various stations to watch technology demonstrations and gain hands-on experience; enjoy a camp lunch at the dining lodge; engage in outdoor activities; and make s’mores using technology. Watch this video about last year’s 2024 Power Up Tech Camp.

How much does camp cost?  Camp is FREE! Registration includes lunch and all activities. Campers will also receive a drawstring backpack, cool technology vendor swag, and certificate of participation.