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Wellspring Academy of California Summer Session
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Academy of California, the premier treatment program for adolescent obesity and the first boarding school for weight loss, welcomes students for summer session. Wellspring Academy is the only summer weight loss program or camp where students earn academic credit, lose weight and catch up or accelerate academically this summer at Wellspring Academy.
Wellspring Academy of California offers 3 different summer programs, ages 11-24. High School Summer Academic Program: Earn summer credits while participating in Wellspring's renowned weight loss and fitness program, Wellspring Academy of California Summer College Program: Academic option with online or local college curriculum and Wellspring Academy of California Adventure Program: incorporates a series of off-campus adventure trips and on-campus activities. Enrollment is open year-round.
Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
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Colvig Silver Camps
Residential coed summer camp
CSC is a coed, residential summer camp located in the beautiful San Juan mountains near Durango, CO. We offer a strong mix of traditional camp programs and wilderness trips. Our camp's philosophy is environmentally oriented and non-competitive and its choice based format is designed to develop self esteem, leadership skills, responsibility, and teamwork. Above all, campers and staff members should expect a summer of fun and adventure.
Activities include: alpine and desert backpacking, canoeing, horseback riding, archery, riflery, rockclimbing, arts and crafts, campfires, songs and skits, non-competitive sports.
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Outward Bound
Wilderness adventure programs worldwide
Outward Bound, a national nonprofit organization, offers over 500 adventure-based courses - year round - serving adults, teens and youth (ages 12+).
Course activities include rock climbing, sea kayaking, backpacking, mountaineering, sailing, dogsledding, canoeing and rafting in some of the most untouched wilderness areas across the nation. No matter the activity, courses focus on learning through experience, compassion, leadership and responsibility to both team and the environment. Courses range in length from 4 days to three months in length. Scholarships are available.
Since 1962, over 500,000 students have returned from an Outward Bound experience with a deeper knowledge of themselves and the world in which we live.
Crow Canyon Teen Archaeology Summer Camps & Field School
Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions
Explore the exciting field of archaeology in the middle of the richest archaeological region in the United States while contributing to our research into Ancestral Pueblo (Anasazi) culture. Our one and three-week camps offer teens the chance to explore the full realm of archaeology from developing a research design, to excavating in the field with professional archaeologists, analyzing artifacts, and recording data in the laboratory.
At our pithouse and pueblo learning centers, girls and boys can try their hand at spear-throwing with an atlatl, making fire without matches, making pottery, and playing traditional American Indian games. Friendships made at this camp can last a lifetime!
Girls' Wilderness Program - The Women's Wilderness Institute
Wilderness adventure program
Wilderness courses in Colorado and Wyoming for adventurous girls. The Girls' Wilderness Program offers courses that strengthen the courage, confidence and leadership skills of teen girls through outdoor skills, expressive arts and solid friendships, in a "girl-positive" environment.
Four- to 12-day courses include backpacking, rock climbing, hiking and expressive arts in Colorado and southern Wyoming. Mature female staff with safety focus. Tuition includes food, gear and clothing. Generous full and partial scholarships available. Ages 8-18. Courses run June-August. Accredited by the Association for Experiential Education.
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SOAR, Inc.
Wilderness adventure program
For over 30 years, SOAR has provided multi-length, adventure programs for youth diagnosed with ADHD and/or learning disabilities. Recognizing the outdoors provides an ideal classroom where relevant learning can occur and life skills can be taught, emphasis is placed on developing self-confidence, social skills, and problem solving techniques. Courses are co-ed, and are developed for youth ages 8 - 18 with average or above average intelligence and physical aptitude. Staff to student ratio is low, and instructors are hired for qualities of maturity and caring, enabling them to relate to students and enhance their adventure experience.
Activities vary by location and range from snorkeling and kayaking in the Florida Keys; backpacking, and whitewater rafting in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina; surfing and sea kayaking along the California Coast; and horsepacking and fishing in the Wind River Mountains of Wyoming and much more. Specialty courses include a trip to the rainforests of Costa Rica, learning to whitewater kayak and even participating in a western rodeo! New programs incude a Northern California Expedition and a traditional camp model in sunny Florida.
Deer Hill Expeditions Inc.
Wilderness adventure and service program
Wild Connections, Human Connections. Inspiring journeys for 7-12 graders in the diverse landscapes of the American Southwest and Costa Rica. Unique combination of wilderness adventure and meaningful service projects with the diverse native cultures in our area. Redrock canyons, pristine rivers, high-desert mesas, aspen groves and snow-capped peaks - this is our backyard. We live and play where we run our programs, so we can run safer and more seamless expeditions.
Each summer, we welcome 150 young people to join our community. Check out our programs. Each has its own theme and personality, from Ancient Pathways - an adventure program steeped in the fascinating past and present of the Navajo, to Southwest Journey - an action-packed voyage across the Southwest including rafting the Green River in Utah, service in a Hopi pueblo, a wilderness climbing camp, a peak ascent and a mountain biking expedition on Colorado's famous trails. Older teenagers will be interested in Wildquest, an ultimate journey into the unique landscapes and cultures of the American Southwest, and an induction into Deer Hill's culture of leadership.
"I had such an amazing time! I don't think my friends will quite believe me or grasp the immensity of my experience." Baldwin, Little Rock, Arkansas
AAVE - All About Visiting Earth
Adventure Travel Programs
The worldwide leader in adventure travel since 1976! If you are interested in fun, community service, cultural and language immersion, adventure and travel then this is the camp for you. Zip-line through towering jungle trees, raft world class rivers, climb peaks, dive the Great Barrier Reef, hike the great wall of China, visit Machu Picchu or surf the warm blue waters of Hawaii!
AAVE has something for everyone, from beginner to expert! Our leaders are the best in the industry with over 80+ hours of backcountry first aid and extensive experience working with students. Their first priority is safety and the second is FUN! The goal of AAVE is to teach skills which will lead to a lifetime of exploration, friendship and enjoyment.
Adventure Treks
Wilderness adventure program for Teens
Join other teenagers from all over the U.S. for fun and exciting summer adventures in western North America's amazing wilderness. Besides an amazing amount of fun, you'll see incredible scenery, experience the benefits of being a member of a close community, learn many new outdoor skills, become a stronger leader, and gain self-confidence.
Exciting 16 - 28 day wilderness adventures for 13 - 18 year olds in Washington, Oregon, California, Canada, Montana, Alaska, North Carolina & New Hampshire.. A 1:4 instructor:student ratio with a focus on community and growth. Activities include backpacking, rock climbing, mountaineering, canoeing, mountain biking, sea kayaking, sailing, windsurfing and whitewater rafting.
Wilderness Ventures
Wilderness adventure program
Since 1973, Wilderness Ventures has been introducing exciting outdoor expeditions to beginners and experienced young adults, ages 13 through 20. Our adventures visit a variety of wilderness environments in the Western United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, Europe, Australia, Central America, South America, and the South Pacific. Trips range from 16-42 days.
Activities include backpacking, whitewater rafting & kayaking, mountaineering, biking, sailing, surfing, SCUBA, canoeing, sea kayaking, and community service.
Adventure Experiences, Inc.
Wilderness adventure program
Adventure Experiences is seeking you! Are you seeking an Adventure Experience?
Wilderness adventures, teambuilding opportunities, character building, leadership training, challenging, life-changing.... Since 1984, Adventure Experiences, Inc. has provided adventure programs for adults, teens, churches, families, corporate offices, educators and colleges. Our program is designed around your goals and your schedule. We are located at 10,000 feet above sea level in the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains. The spectacular scenery of our back country base camp is the perfect site for your wilderness experience.
Activities include: Backpacking, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, inflatable kayaking, fly fishing, low and high challenge course, climbing tower, orienteering, adventure racing, day hikes, peak ascents, leave-no-trace ethics, mission opportunities, and more.
Summer Study Programs
Coed dorm-based study program
Summer Study Programs offer students a unique summer opportunity which combines stimulating academics with unforgettable sports, recreational, social and/or cultural activities. Summer Study Programs is the "Total Pre-Collegiate Experience" at Penn State University, the University of Colorado at Boulder, the University of Vermont, or Summer Study in Paris at The Sorbonne. 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 weeks - early July to mid August.
Summer Study Programs focuses on Pre-College, Academic Enrichment and Outdoor Adventure. Activities include: College Credit and Enrichment Classes, SAT Prep, Sports, Recreation, exciting Nightlife and weekend travel adventures.
Eagle Lake Camps
Residential coed summer camp and wilderness adventures
At Eagle Lake Camps relationships, loving counselors and a safe environment offer an experience that brings campers back year after year. Our goal is to inspire Christ-centered love and commitment in the midst of exciting outdoor experiences. There has never been a more exciting time to belong at Eagle Lake.
Programs:
-- Collision (Ages: 8-14)- Transform your summer into a thrilling theme based adventure! Your week is packed with team games, challenging skills, relevant bible studies, and awesome friendships!
-- Shock (Ages: 14-18)- Prepare yourself for a week of fun, relationships and spiritual growth designed just for high schoolers! Stay up late, sleep in, hang out over coffee...not your ordinary camp experience!
-- Crew (Ages: 15-18) - Immerse yourself in five weeks of working, growing, and laughing with Eagle Lake's most in-depth discipleship program.
-- Excursions (Ages: 10-20) - Satisfy your appetite for adventure with one of our backpacking or multisport excursions! Grow in courage, skill, fitness and faith in the great outdoors!
-- Horse (Ages: 12-18) - With stunning trail rides, skilled instruction, and loving counselors, Horse Camp challenges you to grow as a rider AND as a Christian. Open to beginners through advanced riders.
Eagle Lake Camps. . . You belong here!
Alpengirl Girls Summer Adventure Camp
Wilderness adventure programs for girls
Girl Powered Teen Adventure Camp! 7, 14 or 21-day wilderness-based summer camp sessions for girls ages 11-17. Our multi-adventure camps for girls offers tent-camping, yoga and healthy "camp gourmet" cooking combined with backpacking,horseback riding, surfing, rock climbing, canoeing, sea kayaking, whitewater rafting, and wildly original Alpenolympic events! "1st time away from home" camper specialty, 75% of our staff return, staff average age of 26, less than 120 campers per summer, 1:4 or 1:6 ratio, a small family-style girl teen camp program dedicated to caring for each camper.
Montana Horse Camp, Washington Leader In Training Camp, Alaska Canoeing Adventure Camp, Hawaii Surf & Backpack Camp, Norway Sea Kayaking Camp, North Cascades Backpacking Camp and More! Alpengirl offers a balanced mix of outdoor adventure, organic fitness and genuine friendship that allows each camper to blossom. ALPENGIRL - A LIFESTYLE FOR THE ADVENTURESS IN YOU!
Wellspring Academy of California Summer Session
Residential Coed Fitness and Weight Loss Camp
Wellspring Academy of California, the premier treatment program for adolescent obesity and the first boarding school for weight loss, welcomes students for summer session. Wellspring Academy is the only summer weight loss program or camp where students earn academic credit, lose weight and catch up or accelerate academically this summer at Wellspring Academy.
Wellspring Academy of California offers 3 different summer programs, ages 11-24. High School Summer Academic Program: Earn summer credits while participating in Wellspring's renowned weight loss and fitness program, Wellspring Academy of California Summer College Program: Academic option with online or local college curriculum and Wellspring Academy of California Adventure Program: incorporates a series of off-campus adventure trips and on-campus activities. Enrollment is open year-round.
Nutrition and culinary classes paired with the delicious food served in the dining hall guarantee knowledge of and love for new foods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a "BC" (Behavioral Coach) in group and individual sessions knits these elements together into comprehensive lifestyle change for rapid weight loss and long-term weight control.
