Law Camp

The 22nd annual Leaders, Achievers, & Winners (LAW) Camp will begin at noon tomorrow, and will end at noon Friday, July 14, at Lake Afton County Park. About 150 area young people between ages 10 to 14 were selected to attend.

The camp’s purpose is to create a partnership between law enforcement and youth. Using members of law enforcement as role models, LAW Camp’s goal is to help build self-esteem, confidence, and trust through activities that stimulate positive behavior.

Camp activities include a deputy-led martial arts demonstration, wall climbing, canoeing, fishing, and swimming.

Sheriff Jeff Easter will conduct the closing ceremonies at 10:45 a.m. Friday.

LAW Camp is conducted by the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office in partnership with the Kansas Army National Guard. It is supported by the Wichita Crime Commission, Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Sedgwick County, and more than 25 public and private sector organizations.

Mentors and youth will be available for interviews, video, etc. throughout LAW camp. Call Lt. Dehning at 660-3880 or on his cell phone to coordinate, or stop by the LAW Camp command center for assistance on site.