Our Summer Camp Activities
Backcountry Travel unites all of our Expeditions. Selecting a campsite, forecasting weather, handling emergencies and planning/cooking meals are all skills that are a part of traveling in the backcountry. We work on the skills necessary to travel and live with a group in a wilderness setting, focusing on personal and group responsibility.
Whitewater Rafting in inflatable kayaks,2-person row-frame rafts or 8-person paddle rafts are a part of each expedition. Whether a single day of invigorating Class IV rapids or casual days of rafting down the Klammath river, rafting is always a highlight of every Summer camp expedition. With the help of expert guides, we learn paddling skills and whitewater navigation, as well as the importance of teamwork and communication.
Backpacking is a way to experience the wilderness with simple self-sufficiency. Our backpack trips are at least a few days in duration, and take us through beautiful terrain, over mountain passes, across alpine meadows and along the Pacific Crest Trail. We focus on the basics like what to pack, how to pack it, and adjusting your pack for efficiency. We also learn backcountry navigation techniques, camp site selection, and how to travel with a group.