Special Retreats

Children’s Harbor
Serving seriously ill children and their families…

Ben and Luanne Russell began dreaming of building a place for children and families on Lake Martin in 1987. The dream became a reality in 1990 with the dedication ceremonies of Children's Harbor, a not-for-profit organization. The entire program was officially dedicated to the memory of Ben's mother, Adelia M. Russell.

From the beginning the mission was simple: strengthening children and families.

At the Lake Martin campus, they provide camping and adventure services to children with long-term serious illnesses and their families.  At the Family Center in Birmingham, they provide counseling, social work, education, and support services to these children and their families.

Camp ASCCA

Camp ASCCA-Easter Seals means fun for the 10,000+ visitors who spend time at the facility each year. Campers who have disabilities ranging from Spina Bifida, Multiple Sclerosis, Paraplegia, and Quadriplegia to Downs Syndrome, Autism, Mild, Moderate and Profound Mental Disabilities enjoy unique camping experiences at Camp ASCCA.