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Swallowdale Camp is located on 95 acres of forested hills and open playing fields, lending itself to more than simply water sports. Many traditional field and ball sports await campers who attend Swallowdale Camp. Land Sports Tour

ARCHERY This ancient sport is very popular with today's camper. Lessons focus on developing proper stance, technique, and safety. Enthusiastic instructors provide campers with incentives to improve their skills, and staff applaud each camper in their efforts and achievements.   BALL HOCKEY It's like ice hockey...but played on land. Come shoot and score!   BASKETBALL Students learn ball handling, shooting techniques, lay ups, and team play. Lessons to enhance skill levels are followed by friendly competitions.   FIELD SPORTS - Soccer, Volleyball Campers at Swallowdale learn to master specific skills and work together in all levels of the various field sports such as soccer and volleyball. Campers learn proper stretching methods and participate in friendly inter-camp competitions. All participants learn valuable sportsmanship and teamwork skills. At the same time, campers come to realize that competition is not the only aspect of sports.   MOUNTAIN BIKING Strap on your helmet and jump on your bike! Enjoy the view as you venture to various places in and around the camp. Swallowdale Camp provides bikes of various sizes and safety helmets are worn at all times. Campers learn basic bike maintenance, techniques for ascending and descending inclines, managing different terrain, as well as advice on correct shifting.   TENNIS Two outdoor tennis courts are available for all levels of instruction or leisure games. Each tennis lesson is designed to concentrate on specific skills, but also allows time for rallying and friendly competition. Serious players are encouraged to bring tennis racquets from home.