Rocky Bottom Retreat and Conference Center of the Blind

Rocky Bottom Retreat and Conference Center of the Blind (RBRCCB) provides recreational programs designed to enhance the quality of life for blind individuals. We offer camps to blind children and seniors that allow participation in various leisure and outdoor activities in a beautiful mountain setting.

Rocky Bottom Retreat and Conference Center of the Blind is a 501 (c) (3), non-profit camp facility, located in the mountains of Northern Pickens County. Rocky Bottom is affiliated with the National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina but is operated separately by the blind. Annual Children's Camp, provided free of charge to participants in the summer, is one of the highlighted programs offered. The focus of this camp is to provide students ages 6 to 15 with an exciting, fun-filled week featuring various learning experiences. Along with the opportunity to form lasting associations with their blind and visually impaired peers, the majority of camp staff is comprised of successful blind adults who also serve as role models for the children. For many of these campers, this is the first time they have been around successful blind adults before. Another worthwhile program is Senior Camp usually offered twice yearly for blind people 55 and over. The camps are one week each, giving the seniors the chance to fellowship together. Most of the year, Rocky Bottom is available for use by blind individuals and their families, and open for rent to the public.

Testimonials

Being a counselor for children's camp was a very rewarding experience. The children participated in a variety of activities like swimming, hiking, crafts, and so much more. For many of these children, these activities were not a part of their daily lives. For example, for one child it was her first time in a large swimming pool. The joy and excitement on the children's faces made the hard work of counselors and organizers all worthwhile. The laughs and smiles were priceless. - Counselor