Our Adventure Centers
What We Do
Our Adventure Centers provide after-school enrichment and summer camp programs for students in K-5th grade. Creating a safe and fun atmosphere that makes learning an adventure while teaching sound character values and basic Bible truths is at the core of our mission.
Children build healthy relationships with peers while learning to become leaders in the communities in which they live and play. The Adventure Centers provide a safe, nurturing, and joyful space for children, freeing parents to work while knowing their children are supported by trained professionals.
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Programs operate Monday-Friday, 2:30-6:00 pm during the school year, with extended hours during the summer months and during select school holidays.
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The Adventure Center program is available to residents of the communities in which they are located free of charge.
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Adventure Centers serve families at seven locations across Cobb County
• Green
• Oaks
• Reserve
• Ridge
• Ridenour
• Summit
• Village
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Summers at the Adventure Center are full of fun, excitement and adventure! Kids enjoy crafts, games, swimming, field trips and participation in Vacation Bible Schools at local churches. Shhhh! Don’t tell them they’re learning! The curriculum written specifically for the Adventure Center provides a great way to help kids hone their learning skills while having a great time!
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Adventure Centers provide individualized reading and math support that helps students build confidence, close learning gaps, and experience success in the classroom.
Our Four Pillars of Growth
Social & Emotional Development
Play Therapy
Life skills & social skills education
Emotional regulation support
Academic Enrichment
Homework support
Reading & math tutoring
STEAM enrichment curriculum
Leadership & Citizenship
46 field trips in 2025
Service opportunities
Student Ambassador program
Discipleship
Bible lessons & worship
Modeling Christian disciplines
Purpose-driven activities
Academic Support & Tutoring
Every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Our tutoring program helps students strengthen reading and math skills, build confidence, and receive the individualized support they need to succeed in school.
Personalized Learning
Each student is assessed to identify learning gaps, allowing us to create a personalized path for growth. Developed in partnership with experts from Kennesaw State University's College of Education, our approach focuses on meeting children where they are and helping them move forward.
One-on-One Support
We believe children learn best through individualized attention and small-group instruction. Our reading and math tutors work closely with students to reinforce key skills, provide encouragement, and celebrate progress along the way.
Working Together
Student success is strongest when families, schools, and tutors work together. We partner with local schools, classroom teachers, and parents to support each child's academic growth both inside and outside the classroom.
Summer Camp Registration Now Open for Eligible Children
Questions about camp? Reach out to the Director at the email address found below.
LOCATIONS
The Adventure Center at Walton Reserve
7075 Walton Reserve Ln
Austell, GA 30168
678-945-0618
Alicia Walters, Director
The Adventure Center at Walton Village
1570 Roberta Dr
Marietta, GA 30008
770-419-3866
Candice Jimerson-Johnson, Director
Walton Oaks Apartments*
602 Fairhope Street
Augusta, GA 30901
Mike Rosser, Director
*The Adventure Center at Walton Oaks is run by Oaks Ministries, a non-profit, faith-based organization.
The Adventure Center at Walton Ridenour
1425 Ridenour Blvd
Kennesaw, GA 30152
770-425-4143
Laura Mann, Director
The Adventure Center at Walton Ridge
1631 White Circle NW
Marietta, GA 30067
470-705-1648
Marcey Huddleson, Director
mhuddleson@mission127.ngo
The Adventure Center at Walton Summit
1100 Green Hunter Lane
Gainesville, GA 30501
470-705-1829
Kia Randolph, Director krandolph@mission127.ngo