Dawg Camp Discovery

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it truly means to be a part of the Bulldog Family

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Dawg Camp Discovery
July 19 -21, 2024

Located on UGAs campus, Dawg Camp Discovery is a three-day on-campus experience open to 300 incoming students that is centered around UGA spirit and traditions, campus involvement, and navigating the first-year transition.  Throughout the weekend, campers will discover what it truly means to be a part of the Bulldog Family. Campers will participate in small group activities that will help them learn more about themselves, about others, and about how they can find their place at UGA.  

Not to mention, campers will have a chance to make connections and build a strong sense of community amongst their peers through various large group activities. Dawg Camp Discovery prides itself on longstanding traditions such as the Opening Ceremonies, Unity Cheer Wars, Olympic Games, and much more!  

You will not want to be caught saying “I should have gone to Dawg  Camp” and sign-up for your first tradition at UGA today!

$260

Includes 2 nights and 3 days of lodging, meals, and activities during camp. Supplies and staffing are also included in the price.

Dawg Camp Discovery

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Dawg Camp Discovery is Transformative  Community  Spirit

Weekend Highlights

Dawg Camp Discovery offers an excellent opportunity to familiarize yourself with campus life! Learn the ins and outs of being a Bulldog before starting classes!
Dawg Camp Discovery prides itself on longstanding traditions such as the Opening Ceremonies, Unity Cheer Wars, Olympic Games, and much more!
One of highlights at Dawg Camp are the small groups facilitated by two amazing student counselors! These sessions are designed to help you foster connections and learn more about UGA.
Everyone's favorite night of Discovery is the DC Night of Neon! Hosted off-campus at a historic Athens music venue, you will make memories that will last a lifetime!
Quick FAQs

The following items are recommended, but not required, to bring to Dawg Camp:

    • Towel + wash cloth
    • Sleeping bag or Twin XL linens + Blanket
    • Pillow 
    • Toiletries (i.e. soap, deodorant, toothpaste and brush, etc.)
    • Comfortable clothes + shoes (at least 1 pair of closed-toe shoes)
    • Water bottle with your name on it
    • Rain jacket/poncho
    • Phone chargers

*A more extensive packing list will be emailed to you 2 weeks before camp. 

If you are driving yourself to Dawg Camp, parking passes are available to purchase when you register for the program. 

A 50% refund will be given to those who request it at least two weeks prior to the start of their original Dawg Camp program.  No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the registration deadline as program materials have already been purchased and reservations have been solidified. 

Access provided for people with disabilities. Please contact Victoria Redmon, Assistant Director of Student Transitions, via email vr29311@uga.edu two weeks before the start of your Dawg Camp. 

If you plan to request accommodations for a disability, please register with the Disability Resource Center (DRC).  The DRC can be reached by visiting Clark Howell Hall, by calling 706-542-8719 (voice) or 706-542-8778 (TTY), or by visiting http://drc.uga.edu