"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

Inspiring journeys for young adults in the American Southwest and Costa Rica. A mature and experienced staff (average age of 27) lead small groups of 12 students on a series of expeditions into the rugged and beautiful landscapes of the canyons, rivers, and mountains of Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and the rain forests, beaches, and rural villages of Costa Rica. Deer Hill's 4:1 student to staff ratio provides personalized attention and instruction during two to four-week long programs which offer a variety of challenge and a progression of skill development. Activities include rafting, canoeing, kayaking, backpacking, rock climbing, mountain biking, Spanish language study and leadership initiatives. Essential to each group's experience is a service learning project (in most cases applicable to high school credit). Students work on cross-cultural projects with Navajo, Hopi and Zuni people in the Southwest U.S., and homestays in Costa Rica; or conservation projects with the U.S. Forest Service or Bureau of Land Management. Students have the opportunity to learn new life skills, live within another culture, and make deeper connections with their group, the Earth and themselves. Deer Hill is for young people wishing to expand their horizons through the physical and mental challenges of living in the wilderness, and making new friends in a non-competitive atmosphere of respect and fun. Deer Hill has been reviewed and is accredited by the Association for Experiential Education.

Aspen Camp provides life-enriching experiences for deaf and hard of hearing youth and adults from all over the world. Campers and guests build self-confidence, leadership, communication skills through experiential and adventure based learning. We are nestled on 17 beautiful wooded acres in Snowmass, Colorado. Just minutes from world-class Aspen Snowmass Resort and protected wilderness areas, our location provides the perfect environment for fun and educational programming.

Programs we offer include:

* - Winter Camp
* - Women Snowshoe Retreat
* - Vocational Training
* - Summer Camp
* - Deaf Chef Apprentice
* - Outdoors Education/Challenge Course
* - And more...

Check out our website at www.aspencamp.org, e-mail us at office@aspencamp.org, or call us at 970-923-2511 for more information about our programs and more we can do for you.

When it comes to unforgettable summers AAVE -All About Visiting Earth has been leading the teen adventure travel industry since 1976. Our vision empowers high school students to feel alive, competent and part of a self-motivated team. Enjoy world class expeditions in rock climbing, white water rafting, backpacking, biking, sailing, kayaking, horse packing and service projects. Our hallmark is responsibility, commitment and inspirational leadership. Phone interview and references are required. Join us in Alaska, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Europe, Colorado, Thailand, Australia, England, California, Washington state, Africa and beyond. More locations. More adventures. Trips of a lifetime.

OWA is a serious program for motivated beginners and experienced participants looking for advanced instruction in a variety of adventure sports. Professional, experienced guides offer top instruction while keeping things fun and interesting. Accredited by the American Mountain Guides Association and The Association for Experiential Education.

Surrounded by spectacular wilderness areas and stunning peaks, Big Spring Ranch for Boys and High Trails Ranch for Girls lie at an elevation of 8700 feet in the center of Colorado, 35 miles west of Colorado Springs. The camps own more than 6000 acres of open pine forest, wildflower meadows and rocky bluffs, an unparalleled setting for outdoor adventures. Trips of 1 to 5 days on and off the camp property are an integral part of the camp experience and provide for great fun, adventure and learning.

Camp Tzivos Hashem is a travel camp, with a central base in Denver, Colorado. During the summer the camp travels throughout the Southwestern United States. While the majority of time is be spent touring Colorado and Utah, the camp also explores other states such as Idaho, Wyoming, New Mexico, Arizona, California, and Nevada.
Designed for kids between the ages of 10 an d 15, the camp provides a program fit for the age group. Dissimilar to a teen touring program, CTH is most accurately described as being “a camp with wheels”.
Though constantly changing locations, the program focuses on experiencing rather than sightseeing. Rather than rushing in and out of places the camp takes its time to live the experience at each encounter. The activities done are unique to each place traveled, whether it’s rafting on the Great Salt Lake, a Football game in Yellowstone, or Alpine sliding in the Rocky Mountains. The intense flow of summer fun continues day after day. Travel time is usually limited to around two hours a day and will normally not be done at once.
Our day starts early in the morning and therefore we make sure campers get plenty of sleep at night. All weeknights are spent in campgrounds. Campers will sleep in warm, comfortable, and spacious cabin tents with air mattresses or pads. We carry with us a large number of tents; each will house no more than four campers. Counselors’ tents will be in close proximity to campers’ tents and will be marked. This allows for quick counselor access should a problem arise during the night. Campers’ tent assignments will always be members from his bunk to allow for age appropriate socialization. Before bedtime every night we try to have a campfire under the stars to let the days events culminate. The majority of campgrounds that we stay at are equipped with showers and other amenities to take care of individual needs. As we plan to travel through many places and try not to have long travel time during the day, we occasionally will do an all night drive in the bus (this will be done very rarely).

Surrounded by more than 5 million acres of the White River National Forest, our summer camp is nestled at the confluence of the Colorado River and Sweetwater Creek just 50 miles northwest of Vail, Colorado. This location is superb for an exciting outdoor adventure camp. With our summer camp on the Colorado River we are able to provide daily rafting trips. Plus, the White River National Forest provides a majestic setting for many fun-filled days of horseback riding, mountain climbing and backpacking. In fact, our summer camp has access to most of the scenic wonders and adventures available throughout Western Colorado and Utah.



Our Colorado adventure camp programs have non-stop activities. Campers choose morning and afternoon activities including horseback riding, white water river rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, rappelling, trap shooting, fishing, archery, climbing wall, ropes course and hiking.



The summer camp experience kicks into high gear. Each camper goes on a number of overnight trips and all-day trips. The first trip each session is a three-day cabin camp-out. This trip is not co-ed. Another trip is a 4 or 5-day extended trip. Each camper makes an individual choice according to his or her interests. The extended trips choices include of caving, mountain climbing, horseback riding and white water rafting

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 through a curriculum developed specifically for girls age 8-18.

Tuition is $490-$1,420 and includes all gear, clothing and food. Generous full and partial scholarships are available. Mature female staff with safety focus and extensive experience working with teen girls. Courses run June-August, begin in Boulder, and take place in Colorado and Southern Wyoming. AEE accredited.

2009 Girls’ Wilderness Program Schedule includes:

ADVENTURE CAMP for ages 12-13 (or entering 7th and 8th grades). 6-day wilderness sampler courses include rock climbing, a three-night backpacking trip, art projects, and an optional peak climb. Dates: June 10-15, June 24-29, July 8-13, July 13-18, August 5-10.

ADVENTURE DAYS for ages 9-11 (or entering 5th and 6th grades). Four consecutive one-day adventures offer a great introduction to hiking, rock climbing, expressive arts and the wilderness. Dates: June 15-18 or August 4-7.

WILDERNESS EXPEDITIONS for ages 14-17 (or entering 9th-11th grades). 8-day backpacking courses in Wyoming include a wide range of outdoor skills, an introduction to rock climbing and the chance to climb Medicine Bow Peak at 12,013 feet. Dates: July 7-14 or July 27-August 3.

WILD THINGS Expressive Arts Courses for ages 13-16 (or entering 8th-11th grades). Three options:
Wild Art ~ 6-day backpacking course with an emphasis on art and creativity; includes photography, drawing, finding art in nature and stretching your creative energy. No artistic expertise necessary. Dates: June 17-22.

Wild Moves ~ 6-day backpacking trip focusing on self-expression through a variety of physical activities, including yoga, rock-climbing, and dancing to learn to love what your body can do. Dates: June 27 – July 2.

Wild Voices ~ 6-day backpacking course combining music and outdoor skills, focusing on singing, making friends and having a blast. No singing experience needed. Dates: July 17-22.

ROCK CLIMBING CAMP for ages 14-17 (or entering 9th-12th grades). 4-day rock climbing, camping and outdoor skills course at Vedauwoo, a renowned climbing site in southern Wyoming. Dates: July 22-25.

LATINA GIRLS COURSE for ages 13-16 (or entering 8th-11th grades). 6-day outdoor experience with other Latina girls includes rock climbing, art projects, an overnight backpacking trip, and an optional peak climb in the company of other Latina girls and women. Dates: July 24-29.

LEADERSHIP COURSE for ages 15-17 (or entering 10th-12th grades). This 12-day expedition provides a more advanced backcountry experience with a focus on sharpening leadership skills. Includes rock climbing and extended backpacking trip in the Mt. Zirkel Wilderness area. Dates: July 31 - August 11.

DAUGHTER-PARENT ADVENTURES for ages 8+. Girls hike with their mom or dad and have fun exploring alpine terrain while practicing basic map and compass navigation, learning how to pack for mountain weather conditions, and gaining skills for future adventures together. Dates: Snowshoeing - February 21, Fly Fishing - June 28 or Rock Climbing - August 8