YOUTH EXPERIENCES
NewView Oklahoma believes that every child or young adult deserves to have a summer experience, and that’s why OWL Camp (Oklahomans Without Limits) and Keys to Work were created for children and young adults who are blind or have low vision.
Camp activities are carefully planned and designed to encourage collaboration, improve confidence, self-esteem, independence, and challenge societal and self-imposed limits.
OWL Camp – AGES 8 THROUGH 16
June 28 – July 3, 2026
YMCA Camp Classen
OWL campers participate in activities such as rock-climbing, archery, horseback riding, swimming and kayaking. New activities are added every year to create a unique camper experience. OWL Camp is structured specifically to engage sighted children and those with vision loss. The goal is to create a lasting impact that improves camper confidence.
KEYS to Work experience – AGES 17 THROUGH 22
July 19 – July 31, 2026
The Keys to Work Experience is an immersive, hands on program for youth and young adults preparing for the next stage of life. Participants work alongside NewView’s certified professionals, connect with peers, and build new friendships while growing confidence for the future.
Built around three core pillars, the program focuses on professional development, college exploration, career exploration, and real world life skills. Through engaging activities, participants strengthen resume and interview skills while gaining practical experience that supports independence and future success.
Next Gen Navigators – Ages 13 through 24
The NextGen Navigators is a week-long STEM program designed for youth who are blind or have low vision.
Through hands-on workshops in robotics, coding, and science — led by mentors who are often blind or low vision themselves — participants build technical skills as well as confidence and career readiness. Each student receives a personalized adaptive technology toolkit to support continued learning, and the week wraps up with a public Tech Show & Tell Showcase celebrating their achievements and promoting inclusive STEM education in Oklahoma.