WIsconsin's Only Camp for KIDs With ASthma June 20-25, 2010

Founded by Camp Medical Director and Pediatric Allergist, J. Brent Kooistra, MD, Camp WIKIDAS was organized as a special summer retreat where children with moderate to severe asthma could go to have fun and still receive proper medical care. In 1981, Dr. Kooistra (A.K.A. "Doc Kootie"), with the help and support of his family and friends, made the camp become a reality. They named it Camp WIKIDAS, which stands for WIsconsin KIDs with ASthma.

In 1982, 21 boys and nine girls arrived at Camp WIKIDAS near Wisconsin Dells. Since that time, more than 1,500 children have had the opportunity to attend this fun-filled, unique summer camp. The American Lung Association of Wisconsin has contributed its financial and human resources since 1983, assisting with marketing, staff recruitment and camper registration.

Camp WIKIDAS hosts 90 children from across the state each summer.