When it comes to unforgettable summers Bold Earth Teen Adventures 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, Fiji, Bali, Australia, England, California, Washington state, Africa and beyond. More locations. More adventures. Trips of a lifetime.

Since 1973, Wilderness Ventures has been conducting exciting expeditions for beginners and experienced young adults, ages 11 through 20. Expeditions visit a variety of wilderness environments in the Western United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, Europe, Australia, Central & South America, and the South Pacific for extended periods. Students learn outdoor and group leadership skills as well as gain an appreciation for various wilderness environments. Activities include backpacking, whitewater rafting & kayaking, mountaineering, biking, sailing, SCUBA, canoeing, sea kayaking, and community service. Participants come from nearly every state and several countries. Enrollment is limited, and applicants must submit school references prior to admission. Previous wilderness experience is not necessary.

Join Adventure Treks for two, three and four week Adventures for young adults ages 12 - 18 in the amazing scenery of the North American. How many teenagers get to Climb Mount Saint Helens, sea kayak with seals, rock climb famous cliffs, or raft big northwestern whitewater? Join students from all over the country and the world. Discover fun, friendships, adventure, community and growth. Program features a 1:4 instructor to student ratio. contact us today for a brochure and DVD.

“I tell parents they won’t believe their good fortune to have stumbled upon such a wholesome organization, with fabulous instructors, who use fun and adventure to tap into a facet of your child’s character, endurance, or personality that had never before found expression.”
F.D. Fields, parent from Pittsburg, PA

Adventure Camp
Four week-long camps for your adventurous teen! Adventure Camp gives your teen the outdoor experience of a lifetime! They'll spend quality time with our highly trained outdoor educators learning new skills, making new friends, getting fresh air and exercise, and creating memories in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!

Customize Your Teen's Summer Adventure!
Now offering four camps - choose one camp program, or several! You can combine sequential camps to create a unique summer experience that is perfect for your son or daughter. Our week-long camp schedule is easy to customize to meet your family's needs.

Outdoor Adventures Camp programs provide a valuable learning environment for your teen.

Gain Real Life Skills
Experience Unique and Beautiful Outdoor Environments
Enjoy Fun Recreational Activities for a Healthy Future
Identify and Develop Areas of Ability and Interest
Learn Practical Outdoor Safety Skills
Participate in Responsible Stewardship of the Environment
Practice Teamwork and Decision-Making
Quality Role Models

Review the camp descriptions below and then register online or by phone. Have questions? Just call our office at 425-883-9039 or email us for more information.

Classic Day Camps (1st-5th grade)
Experience games, arts and crafts, singing, water sports and more, while gaining self worth and confidence based on Gods amazing love. Thursday nights offer an optional overnight stay including a barbeque, carnival and campfire.

H2O Extreme Day Camp (4th-8th grade)
This week will include time behind one of our tournament tow boats knee boarding, wakeboarding and riding with friends on our exciting water toys! Campers are immersed in water fun, and camp activities.

Little Tikes Day Camp (1st-3rd grade)
Engaging programming and activities for our youngest campers. Each day includes interaction and fun with special characters.

H2O Extreme Resident Camp (6th-9th grade)
Campers will enjoy their days at the lake with extra long swim and boat times. With all the fun of resident camp overnight stays, awesome lakefront activities, and competition ski boats, this camp is sure to fill up fast.

Junior Resident Camp (4th-6th grade)
Campers are excited about spending a week away from home while parents have the peace of mind knowing that SAMBICA is close by. “Kid friendly” meals, activities, Bible studies, and plenty of waterfront time give campers a true summer camp experience.

Young Teen Resident Camp (7th-9th grade)
Teens will experience a summer to remember with staff who serve as positive role models and know how to have FUN! Campers experience activities like wakeboarding, group competitions and night games. They will be challenged by great speakers and Bible studies.

Leavenworth Adrenaline Camp (6th-12th grade)
A thrill-charged off-site program that includes a week of hiking, rock climbing, team-building, and river rafting! Also included is a stop in beautiful Leavenworth, WA.

Tygh Valley Adrenaline Camp (6th-12th grade)
Hiking, climbing, and TWO days of river rafting hosted at our Oregon location! Experience the sights and thrills of Tygh Valley!

Stonewarter Ranch Saddleback Camp (6th-12th grade)
Love horses? Ride some of the most breath-taking trails in the Northwest under the guidance of top-notch instructions. All skill levels welcome.

High School ELITE Programs
SAMBICA takes leadership and spiritual growth to the next level in our Emerging Leaders Intensive Training Experience (ELITE). ELITE programs offer an opportunity for teamwork, develop life skills, earn service hours for school, work with campers, build friendships and grow spiritually. Programs require an application process.

Staff in Training (SIT)
Participants are a vital part of our summer program as they work at the waterfront, store, housekeeping and other areas. Daily small group times and mentor relationships produce significant personal growth and development.

Leader in Training (LIT)
Learn the qualities and skills that are required of Christian leaders in today’s world. LIT’s assist in leading evening activities for resident camps and enjoy offsite activities.

Counselor in Training (CIT) and Program Assistant in Training (PIT)
Spend three weeks assisting counselors or Program Assistance who know about God, faith and having fun.

Junior Counselors (JC)
These junior staff work four weeks alongside counselors, stay with cabins and campers and have their own small group times. JC’s will also spend a week as a junior leader for a week of Adrenaline Adventure Camp.

Blue Compass offers outdoor adventure programs for ages 7-22. From day camps to multi-day trips, we cover a wide range of outdoor adventure activities such as backpacking, sailing, sea kayaking, whitewater rafting, and high ropes courses. One of our main goals is to support social and emotional growth in our campers. We believe that outdoor adventure provides an excellent opportunity to foster growth and allow our campers to practice making and maintaining friendships.

Come into the mountains this summer! Join our 75 year tradition of friendship, quality programs, and love of nature. Kids entering grades 1-12 can explore Camp Zanika’s forest setting on the shores of beautiful Lake Wenatchee while they learn new skills, have fun, and make new friends. There are lots of great activities, including:


• Ropes and Challenge Course
• Archery
• Campfires
• Swimming
• Kayaking
• Songs
• Nature Craft
• Cookouts
• Rafting
• Hiking
• Tie Dye
• Horseback Riding
• Arts and Crafts
• Backpacking
• Canoeing
• Skits
• And More!


Camp Zanika is operated by Camp Fire USA North Central Washington Council. Our activities are progressive and age appropriate. Our programs are based on the Camp Fire USA philosophy: an emphasis on small groups, individual attention, acceptance of differences and a loosely-structured, child-centered approach. Programs focus on appreciation of the out-of-doors, democratic group living, non-competitive sports and games, skill development, respect, concern for others, fun and friendship.

Three bases in Washington, Idaho, Oregon. Please request which of the three bases you'd like to be in communication with for trips.