Camps by Location
Camps by Location
Military Teen Adventure Camp Whitewater River Rafting Camp: Diamond Down Colorado River Rafting Camp
Dates of Camp: May 28 – June 2, 2024
Number of Participants: 21 per trip
Primary Activities: White water river rafting, hiking, camping, teambuilding
Description: Arizona 4-H and Grand Canyon Youth are teaming up to provide a true adventure! Come to Arizona and go WHITE WATER RIVER RAFTING in the GRAND CANYON! On this 6-day expedition you will sleep under the stars, paddle through the day, hike through slot canyons, learn about southwest ecosystems, and enjoy all the other features the river has to offer! We will stay in Flagstaff, AZ the night of 28th, get on the boats at the river on the 29th, enjoy the magnificent Grand Canyon until June 2nd, and return to Flagstaff on the night of the 2nd. We will be providing all camping and river gear. You just have to bring yourself, a good hat, SPF, and your adventurous spirit! Additional information will be provided after registration.
Primary Contact: Elsa Jacobson, 520-626-5161, elsajacobson@email.arizona.edu
Military Teen Adventure Camp Whitewater River Rafting Camp
Dates of Camp: June 2-8, 2024
Number of Participants: 21
Primary Activities: White water river rafting, hiking, camping, teambuilding
Description: Arizona 4-H and Grand Canyon Youth are teaming up to provide a true adventure! Come explore the vast landscapes of the southwest by WHITE WATER RAFTING on the LOWER SAN JUAN RIVER in Utah! On this 7-day expedition you will sleep under the stars, paddle through the day, hike through slot canyons, learn about southwest ecosystems, and enjoy all the other features the river has to offer! We will stay in Flagstaff, AZ the night of June 2nd, drive to Mexican Hat, UT to get on the boats at the river on June 3rd, float the lower half of the San Juan River until the 6th, and return to Flagstaff on the night of the 6th. We will be providing all camping and river gear. You just have to bring yourself, a good hat, SPF, and your adventurous spirit! Additional information will be provided after registration.
Primary Contact: Elsa Jacobson, 520-626-5161, elsajacobson@email.arizona.edu
Military Teen Adventure Camp Whitewater River Rafting Camp
Dates of Camp June 24 - July 2, 2024
Number of Participants: 21
Primary Activities: White water river rafting, hiking, camping, teambuilding
Description: Arizona 4-H and Grand Canyon Youth are teaming up to provide a true adventure! Come explore the vast landscapes of the southwest by WHITE WATER RAFTING on the SAN JUAN RIVER in Utah! On this 9-day expedition you will sleep under the stars, paddle through the day, hike through slot canyons, learn about southwest ecosystems, and enjoy all the other features the river has to offer! We will stay in Flagstaff, AZ the night of June 24th, drive to Bluff, UT to get on the boats at the river on June 25th, float the entire San Juan River until July 1st, and return to Flagstaff on the night of the 1st. We will be providing all camping and river gear. You just have to bring yourself, a good hat, SPF, and your adventurous spirit! Additional information will be provided after registration.
Primary Contact: Elsa Jacobson, 520-626-5161, elsajacobson@email.arizona.edu
Cheley Colorado Camp
Camp Dates: August 12-17, 2024
Length of Camp: 6 days, 5 nights
Campers: Military-connected youth, 13-18 years old, with priority to 14-18 years old
Number of Participants: 120
Primary Activities: Bordering Rocky Mountain National Park, Cheley Colorado Camps is a family owned and operated summer camp. Daily adventures include hiking, intense mountain biking, horseback riding, horse colt training, arts & crafts, woodworking, technical climbing, and archery.
Location: Cheley Camp, Estes Park, Colorado
Registration Link: https://jointmilitarysummit24.4honline.com
Adult Leaders: Both military and civilians over 21 years old are invited to serve as an adult leader during camp. Adult leaders will complete a similar process as above to apply. For full details or to find out more information, please click here.
A Walk on the Wild Side
Locations:
- The YMCA, Cascade Idaho Facility – YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir (ycampidaho.org)
- MOSS, McCall Idaho
Dates of Camp: May 28-31, 2024, July 22-25, 2024
Number of Participants: 50 per trip
Primary Activities: White water rafting, hiking, canoeing, ropes course
Description: A Walk on the Wild Side allows youth to participate in navigating miles of whitewater rafting and adrenaline-pumping adventures. Team oriented outdoor activities such as trail biking, ropes challenges, rock towers, making crafts and games. With topics that explore the arts and STEAM where teens will learn basic flight safety protocols working with indoor drone. Teens will learn more about social emotional skills, leadership and resiliency training while becoming more self-confident and focusing on their mental health and wellbeing. No matter what your skill-level or interest, there is something for you in the great Idaho outdoors. Making new friends and memories that will last a lifetime.
Out of State travel reimbursement: A travel reimbursement is available for airfare or ground transportation to/from Boise with camp registration and itinerary shared to Idaho Coordinator, 15 days prior to camp. Participants will receive an email with reimbursement instruction no later than 10 days after completion of camp.
Registration Deadline: Cascade Idaho May 6th, McCall Idaho July 1st
Registration Link: https://4h.zsuite.org/external-event-registration/27398
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/4HOMYIdaho
Primary Contact: Julia Villagomez, 208-459-8592, jvillagomez@uidaho.edu
Red River Gorge Vertical Experience
Dates of Camp: June 21-24, 2024
Number of Participants: 36 (18 parent/teen teams)
Primary Activities: Rock climbing, rappelling, ziplining, hiking,
Description: Join us for an action-packed rock climbing and rappelling outdoor quest in the world-famous Red River Gorge! Filled with soaring cliffs and majestic arches, Red River Gorge is an awe-inspiring place to visit. This rugged region attracts visitors from all over, but it is beloved by Kentuckians and known all over the world over to rock climbers. Join us as we race at speeds up to 55 MPH soaring 300 feet over the Gorge on the zipline and canopy tour, as well as hike up mountains with breathtaking views! This rustic adventure is tent camping, filled with great food, and the amazing outdoor scenery is the highlight of this camp! Meet other military families and participate in a once-in-a-lifetime adventure!
Register: http://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/content/military-family-programs
Primary Contact : Tyrone Atkinson, 859-218-1546, tcatki2@uky.edu
Nantahala River-to-Ridge Adventure
Dates of Camp: July 12 – 15, 2024
Number of Participants: 58 (29 parent/teen teams)
Primary Activities: Whitewater Paddling, mountain biking, zipline and canopy tour
Description: Do you have what it takes to survive the river rapids of the Nantahala? Join us for a camp that is sure to get your adrenaline pumping! This camp is for those who are ready to join us for an all-out water adventure. Participants will work as a parent-child team and with other military parents and teens as they experience the Nantahala River gorge with the River-to- Ridge adventure. We top off the whitewater paddling with mountain biking on world-class trails, the alpine tower, and a beautiful zip lining and canopy tour! Four days, so many adventures, and 1 awesome camp, with plenty of fun in store, this is a camp you don’t want to miss, so get ready and buckle up for the ride of your life!
Register: https://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/MTAC
Primary Contact: Tyrone Atkinson, 859-218-1546, tcatki2@uky.edu
Ocoee Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Dates of Camp: May 31 - June 3, 2024
Number of Participants: 60 per session (30 parent/teen teams)
Primary Activities: whitewater rafting, tubing, rock climbing, lake activities
Description: Ready for the experience of a lifetime? This FREE, 4-day high-adventure expedition, takes place in the vastness of the Blue Ridge Mountains of East Tennessee! Work as a team with other military families as you experience whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River, filled with the highest-class rapids, as well as the Class 5 Olympic stretch of the 1996 Summer Olympics. Participants will have their fair share of water immersion to cool down in the summer’s heat with lake activities, water park activities filled with lazy river, wave pool, water slides and 35’ sprayed climbing wall! This camp focuses on teamwork, improving communication and leadership. Meet other military teens and parents and participate a high adrenaline experience for the ages!
Register: http://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/content/military-family-programs
Primary Contact: Tyrone Atkinson, 859-218-1546, tcatki2@uky.edu
Future Leaders Military Teen Adventure Camp
Dates of Camp: Camp #1: July 13 – 21, 2024 and Camp #2: July 27 – August 4, 2024
Number of Participants: 30
Primary Activities Climbing wall, low ropes, high ropes, primitive cooking, drill competition, hiking, fitness training, resilience training, mindfulness, and meditation.
Description: Come experience the magnificent beauty of Central Vermont at Norwich University. You will engage in a myriad of fun outdoor adventure activities including rock climbing on the rugged outcroppings of the majestic Green Mountains, paint ball, and drill competition. You’ll breathe fresh air, connect with friends, and more. You will be lodged in the oldest private senior military college at Norwich University. In the evenings, you will enjoy engaging in conversation, and making new friends! No experience is needed; all activities will be geared to energetic and aspiring adventurers and equipment will be provided. All you need to bring is a smile, an open mind, a courageous spirit, and a willingness to learn and engage!
*Scholarship opportunities covering registration fee is available for first 30 applicants who register. **A $300 deposit is required and will be reimbursed (processed) the first day camp begins.
Primary Contact: Anthony Sgherza, PhD, 802-461-5922, asgherza@uvm.edu
Explorations on the Appalachian Trail
Dates: June 9-13 or 14, 2024
Number of Participants: 30
Camp Location: NOVA 4-H Center, 600 4H Center Drive Front Royal, VA 22630
Primary Activities: Hiking on the AT, Teambuilding, High Ropes with Zipline, Rockwall and Leap of Faith, Canoeing, Wilderness Survival, Outdoor Living Skills, Archery, and Environmental Education
Description: Are you 13-18? Do you enjoy the outdoors and trying new things? Is your guardian Active Duty, Guard, Reserve or Retired? THEN…NOVA 4-H Military Teen Adventure Camp is the place to be this summer! Join us for a weeklong adventure in the gorgeous Shenandoah Valley while learning new skills and exploring how awesome it feels to step outside of your comfort zone! Campers will participate in traditional camp activities, adventure activities, leadership activities, and more. Lodging will be a mixture of semi-private lodge rooms and camping out under the night sky.
For registration, please visit: www.nova4h.com
For questions or more information, contact Tatyana Yates – tatyana@nova4h.com - 540-635-7171
Adventures at Airfield
Dates: June 17-21, 2024
Number of Participants: 40
Camp Location: Airfield 4-H Educational Center – 15189 airfield Rd Wakefield, VA 23888
Primary Activities: Canoeing, kayaking, shooting education (rifle, archery, shotgun), challenge course, pond ecology/fishing, advanced outdoor living skills, swimming and an overnight advanced canoeing camping trip.
Description: Residential camp for teens (ages 13-18) ready to embrace the outdoors and the adventures it provides. This Military Teen Adventure Camp is a great way for teens to experience education and recreation outdoors. While participating in structured activities with their peers, campers will learn life skills while enjoying adventurous activities such as canoeing, kayaking, shooting education (rifle, archery, shotgun), challenge course, pond ecology/fishing, advanced outdoor living skills, and swimming. At the conclusion of the camp, campers will enjoy an advanced canoeing and outdoor living skills overnight camping trip. On this camping trip, the campers will put their canoeing and wilderness survival skills to the test. While supervised, campers will canoe a significant distance, set up the campsite, fish, practice wilderness cooking, and clean up to follow “leave no trace behind” principles. We will take full advantage of the natural beauty of the Airfield Mill Pond and its surrounding environment. The Military Teen Adventure Camp will provide the perfect environment for campers to build lasting friendships and life skills that will benefit them for a lifetime.
For registration, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/Airfield4HConferenceCenter/
For questions or more information, contact Joey Patterson, 757-899-4901, jpatt024@vt.edu
Adventure on the Lake
Dates: June 17-21, 2024
Number of Participants: 40
Camp Location: Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center, 1267 4-H Camp Road, Appomattox, VA 24522
Primary Activities: Canoeing, Kayaking, Shooting Education (Rifle, Archery, Shotgun), High Ropes with Zipline, Climbing Wall, and Natural Resource Education.
Description: Residential camp for teens (ages 13-18) ready to explore the outdoors in many different facets. Living in a community of their peers, campers will experience a variety of camp activities and enjoy spending time in the outdoors. Participants will have the opportunity to leap outside of their comfort zones with activities such as canoeing, kayaking, climbing our 30ft climbing wall or our 25ft high ropes course that ends with a ride down our zipline, or try their hand at hitting the target on our archery, rifle, and shotgun ranges. We will be taking full advantage of the abundance of natural resources being in the middle of the state forest provides by get up close and hands on with nature and all that it has to discover.
For registration, please visit: https://www.holidaylake4h.com/mtac
For questions or more information, contact Tyler Cheely, 434-248-544, cheelytf@vt.edu
W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center
Dates: Monday, July 22nd through Friday, July 26th - 2024
Number of Participants: 40
Camp Location: W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center at Smith Mountain Lake, 775 Hermitage Rd., Wirtz, VA 24184
Primary Activities: Horsemanship, livestock animals, archery, riflery, kayaking, canoeing, climbing wall, high ropes, wilderness survival, fishing, and so much more!
Description: Experience traditional camp programs with an adventure emphasis – classes may include horsemanship, small animals (livestock), wilderness survival, reptiles, canoeing, kayaking, high ropes, climbing wall, archery, riflery, fishing, etc. Afternoon activities may include swimming, fishing, and sports. Round out the evenings with laser tag, a blacklight dance party, color wars, staff hunt, campfire, night swim, tie dye, or a night hike.
For registration, please visit: https://linktr.ee/skelton4h
For questions or more information, contact Rayna Wheeler, rjwheeler@vt.edu, 540-721-2759 ext. 253
Water, Wheels and Wildlife
Dates: Saturday, August 10th through Friday, August 16 - 2024
Number of Participants: 40
Camp Location: Jamestown 4-H Educational Center, 3751 4-H Club Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Primary Activities: Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand-Up Paddleboarding, Wilderness Survival, Outdoor Living Skills, Teambuilding/Low Ropes Course, Archery, and Biking the Capital Trail.
Description: Join us for a week with your peers along the shores of the James River. Programs are geared towards teens who love to be out on the water and out under the stars! Aquatic programs include: Swimming, Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand-Up-Paddle Boarding and Marine Ecology. Land Programs include: Archery, Outdoor Living Skills, Wildlife Ecology, Biking and our Low Ropes Adventure Course. Evening programs are filled with all-camp activities, campfires and some nights camping out under the stars.
Offsite trips will include: Biking on the Capital Trail of Virginia.
For registration, please visit: www.jamestown4hcenter.org
For questions or more information, contact Sue Williams, wsue8@vt.edu, 757-253-4931
WSU 4-H Military Teen Adventure Camp
Dates of Camp: July 18-21, 2024 and July 25-28, 2024
Number of Participants: 75 youth per camp, 150 total
Primary Activities: Whale watching, horseback riding, hiking, beach walks, and exploration of historic Fort Casey State Park.
Description: The WSU 4-H Military Teen Adventure Camp is an experience like no other! Hike wild forests as you forage for berries and seek out wildlife, go whale watching on a chartered boating trip, and ride horseback through scenic Whidbey Island parks. Try your hand at archery or outdoor survival skills and learn about the unique forest and ocean ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest. No matter what your skill-level or interest, there is something for you! Come stretch your legs and breathe the clean forest air while making friends and memories that will last a lifetime.
Register: https://extension.wsu.edu/4h/youth/camps/military-teen-adventure-camps/
Primary Contact: Stormy Ingersoll, 4h.militarycamps@wsu.edu