All children removed from NC wilderness camp after 12-year-old’s death
My heart sank when I read about the tragic death of a 12-year-old boy at a wilderness camp in North Carolina. It’s horrifying to think that such places exist, where children are subjected to abuse, neglect, and inhumane treatment under the guise of rehabilitation. The fact that this is not an isolated incident, with a previous death at the same camp, is deeply troubling and speaks to a pattern of systemic issues within these programs.
Reading about the experiences of those who have been through similar camps, it is clear that the trauma and lasting effects are profound. Stories of children begging to come home, enduring mistreatment from counselors, and facing unimaginable hardships paint a grim picture of these so-called “rehabilitation” facilities.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker