Backpacking Camps on the Camp Channel

1. Hawaii Wilderness Adventure School - Ready for adventure? With a focus on education, culture, service and leadership, earn high school credit while enjoying the best of Hawaii's outdoors.

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Pahoa, HI

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2. Deer Hill Expeditions - Unique integration of wilderness adventures and inspiring service projects in SW US and Costa Rica. Rafting, canoeing, kayaking, backpacking, rock climbing, mountain biking, leadership development, Spanish cultural immersion. Community service with Native Americans and Costa Rican villagers; conservation service with US Forest Service. Accredited by the Association for Experiential Education.

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Mancos, CO

3. Pleasant Hill Outdoor Camp - Pleasant Hill Outdoor Camp is a traditional Christian summer camp. Comprised of 250 wooded acres and 850 acre lake, days are filled with traditional camp activities led by counselors committed to helping your child develop foundational life skills socially, spiritually and physically. PHOC, one great camp where kids make friends!

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Perrysville, OH

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4. Cheerio Adventures - Located in the mountains of SW Virginia along the New River, Cheerio Adventures is adventure camp for boys and girls ages 10-17 as well as families. Offering 1 week, 2 week and 3 & 5 day sessions. Choose a activity to specialize in or a session that does a little bit of everything. Beginners and experienced campers are welcome.

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Mouth of Wilson, VA
Glade Valley, NC

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5. Colvig Silver Camps - Colvig Silver Camps is a residential, wilderness-oriented summer camp located near Durango, Colorado. On average, campers spend about half their time in camp and half on 3-5 day wilderness trips.

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Durango, CO

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6. Universal Camping - This is a fun summer with free choice of so many activities, great food, cooperative sports, academic support, exciting karate, and the most incredible scenery, with all professional counselors.

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Gilboa, NY

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7. Camp Lohikan in the Pocono Mountains - All Arts, Sports & Adventure Activities. Professional Instruction. 65+Daily Activities PLUS Horseback Riding (Ride Every Day - FREE!), Paintball, Jet Ski, Water Ski, ATV-Quads, Bungee Trampoline, Flying Trapeze, Skate Park, USTA Tennis, Rock Band, Spy Camp, Circus Arts, Honda Dirt Bikes, Gymnastics, Performing Arts. Elective "Free Choice" Program. First-Time Camper Program. Tuition Refund Guarantee.

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Lake Como, PA

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8. Lasting Adventures, Inc. - Located in one of America's favorite national parks, Lasting Adventures, Inc. offers one and two week programs throughout the Yosemite backcountry for youth ages 11-18 (and beyond).

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Groveland, CA
Yosemite National Park, CA

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9. The Green River Outreach for Wilderness Foundation - The Green River Outreach for Wilderness (GROW) Foundation is Wyoming's premier Summer Camp. GROW operates on a pristine 837 acre ranch comprised of rolling sagebrush steppe, grasslands, and pine forests. The ranch is located at foothills of the Wind River Mountains outside of Boulder, Wyoming.

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Boulder, WY

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10. Green River Preserve - Green River Preserve is a co-ed summer camp connecting children with nature. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, Green River Preserve has one, two, and three week camp sessions for children in the rising 2nd - 9th grades and two week expeditions for campers in the rising 9th grade through college freshmen.e rising

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Cedar Mountain, NC
Cedar Mountain, NC
Silverton, CO

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11. Wilderness Ventures - Since 1973, Wilderness Ventures has been conducting exciting expeditions for young adults in the Western United States and several international countries. Activities include backpacking, whitewater rafting & kayaking, mountaineering, biking, sailing, SCUBA, canoeing, sea kayaking, and community service.

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Various Locations, WY, MT, WA, OR, AK, CA, ID, CO, UT, HI
Seattle, WA
Portland, OR
Kona, Honolulu , HI
Juneau, Anchorage, AK
Denver, CO
Charlotte, NC

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12. Bold Earth Teen Adventures - Are you ready to take your summer adventure up a notch? Tired of doing the same old thing every year? Adventure with Bold Earth around the world! Everywhere from Colorado, Alaska, Australia, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Europe, Bali, Fiji, Greece, Thailand, Africa, South America and more. More locations. More adventures; trips of a lifetime.

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Golden, CO
International Teen Adventures, AK
Teen Summer Program, HI
Wilderness Camp, CA
Teen Travel, WA
Adventure Travel, OR
Summer Service Project, UT

13. Opal Creek Expeditions - There is nothing like spending 5 days backpacking in the wilderness. The Opal Creek Wilderness is the perfect base camp for outdoor adventure. Our unique expeditions give your child hands-on experience in the wilderness.

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Lyons, OR

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14. EPIC Adventures - Summer Camp in Texas for boys and girls ages 13-17 who enjoy outdoor adventures & leadership opportunities. Adventure camp programs for teens who want unique challenges and chances to explore the outdoors in a unique environment! No experience is required and all gear is provided. We are more than just a camp we are an experience that our campers learn and grow from helping to prepare them to take on life’s challenges. The Camp With A Purpose!

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Wimberley, TX

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15. Broadreach - Broadreach offers educational summer adventures for teenagers with scuba, sailing, marine biology, language immersion, service and wilderness programs in the Caribbean, Central and South America, Australia, Canada, the Red Sea, South Africa, France, Fiji and the Solomon Islands.

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Raleigh, NC

16. Camp Woolman - Nonprofit camp offers affordable rates for a priceless experience of outdoor adventure, community building, art, music, games and friendship in the Sierra Nevada foothills.

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Nevada City, CA

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17. SOAR - SOAR features success-oriented adventure programs for youth with learning disabilities and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Programs are in North Carolina, Wyoming, Florida, California, Costa Rica and Peru.

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Balsam, NC, WY, FL, CA

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18. Camp Cayuga in the Poconos - First-Time Camper Guarantee! Separate Teen Campus. Over 60 Daily Activities: Horseback Riding (no fee), Flying Trapeze, Paintball, ATVs, Private Tennis Lessons. Create your own activity schedule each morning with your friends! Modern Facilities. Mature Staff. 2-4-6-8 weeks. Same family ownership since 1964. 1-800-4-CAYUGA.

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Honesdale, PA

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19. Camp Choconut - We are a wilderness camp on a private lake in a square mile campus, a safe place where boys reconnect with nature and build self-respect while having fun! Our small size means lots of individual attention for every boy.

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Friendsville, PA
Binghamton, Vestal, NY

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20. Camp Adventure Challenge - Camp Adventure Challenge is a 3 week camp that encompasses several National Parks and numerous activities throughout Utah, Idaho, Arizona, and the western United States.

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South Ogden, UT
Grand Canyon National Park, AZ
Bryce Canyon, Arches NP, Canyonlands NP, UT
Yellowstone National Park, WY

21. Frost Valley YMCA - Frost Valley Adventure Trips are an opportunity for teens to make great friends, try new things, develop valuable life skills and have fun in a dynamic and safe environment. Whether through backcountry living, volunteer service, extreme activities or cultural exploration, we strive to create a community where everyone can gain leadership experience, acquire new skills and build healthy relationships with their peers and leaders.

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Claryville, NY

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22. Adventure Summer Camp - Adventure Summer Camp at Camp Hannon offers wilderness adventure in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North and South Carolina.

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Sunset, SC

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23. Keystone Science School - Keystone Science School blends Adventure, Hands-On Education, & Traditional Camp Fun to create our unique program lineup; Discovery Camp, Keystone Mountain Adventures, Day Camp, & our popular Counselor Assistant Program. Contact us soon for an experience you will never forget!

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Keystone, CO

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24. Long Lake Adventure Camp - Amazing summer adventure camp for adventureous spirits looking to explore their wild side

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Long Lake, NY

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25. Camp Birchwood for Boys - In camp programing offers over 20 camp activities to sign up for each day. Or choose to take an adventure in one of Northern Minnesotas beautiful wilderness areas canoeing, backpacking, kayaking, mountain biking, fishing, or rock climbing, you and friends learn to live comfortably in the outdoors as you experience all the fun and challenge the wilderness has to offer.

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Grand Marais, MN

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26. Fairview Lake YMCA Camps - Fairview Lake YMCA is a traditional and adventure based sleepaway camp located on 660 acres of pristine forests and fields around a 110 acre lake. Since 1915, we have provided quality summer camping for thousands of children.

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Newton, NJ

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27. Adventure Treks - Dedicated to outdoor adventure for ages 12-18.

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Western States/Provinces, OR, AK- NC -WA - CA -UT- CO- BC-NH - VT- ME
Spokane, Seattle,, WA
Sacremento, Shasta, CA
Moab, Salt Lake City, UT
Manchester, NH
Denver, Salida, Grand Junction, CO
Asheville, Hendersonville, Charlotte, NC

28. The Road Less Traveled - We are a powerful and effective voice for change: change of heart, of perspective, of purpose. We introduce young people to some of the world’s most beguiling places, people and experiences and advocate the values of adventure and volunteer work. The Road Less Traveled experience is a true partnership and the result is an extraordinary international collaborative effort and an equally cooperative endeavor for all.

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(US & International Destinations: India, Tanzania, Bhutan, China, Azore Islands, Spain, Norway, Cost, na, Colorado, Montana, Florida, Hawaii, Louisiana, Washington, British Columbia, Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, Alaska, Illinois, and Michigan

29. Appalachian Mountain Club - Explore northern New England on 5-28 day wilderness trips. Hike, paddle, climb, and bike in small groups while developing new friendships and learning new skills.

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Gorham, NH

30. Crystalaire Adventures - Adventure Trips and Teen Programs through the US and Canada

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Frankfort, MI

31. Teen Tours of America - Teen Tours of America is a traveling summer camp offering exciting itineraries throughout the USA, Canada, Hawaii, Alaska, Europe and Australia. Our teens enjoy spectacular scenery and participate in fun and exciting activities while growing personally through community living.

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Weston, FL

32. Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont - Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont provides in-depth experiences through educational programs designed to nurture appreciation of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, celebrate diversity, and foster stewardship.

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Townsend, TN

33. Wilderness Experiences Unlimited - Wilderness Unlimited offers a variety of Summer programs. We provide a meaningful alternative to large summer camps. Beginning with Day Camp (ages 6-11), the five-day Resident Camp ( ages 9-15) or the Trip program for older campers.

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Southwick, MA.

34. YMCA Camp Widjiwagan - Widjiwagan YMCA wilderness adventures are offered starting at age 12 and progress through advanced 30-55 day invitational trips for 18 year olds. Respect for self, others, environment and equipment are core to the Widji way.

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Ely, MN

35. Living Classrooms Summer Camp - A fun, outdoor educational camp to connect kids with nature.

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Glen Echo, MD

36. Night Eagle Wilderness Adventures - A unique summer camp for 40 boys ages 10-14: tipi living, wilderness skills, nature crafts, hiking, canoeing, atlatls & 'hawks, archery, backpacking, and much more! Enhanced by simplicity, cooperative work and play, and a love and respect for nature. ACA accredited.

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Cuttingsville, VT

37. Camp Wyandot and Camp Otonwe - Summer Fun and Friendships in the Great Outdoors - Day and Overnight Adventure Camps for Boys and Girls from Camp Fire USA.

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Rockbridge, OH

38. PaddleFoot Natural Adventures- Canada's Canoe Camping Specialists - Flatwater and Whitewater Canoe Adventures, Hiking and Backpacking for young people and adults. Family and Single Parent trips.

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Baysville, ON

39. Michigan Tech Summer Youth Program - You can choose from over 50 week-long Career and Adventure Explorations, explore careers, participate in activities that may not be available in school, and experience a mini-version of college life. Explore through laboratory, classroom, and field experiences.

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Houghton, MI

40. Trails Wilderness School - Come with Trails and experience a trip into the wilderness of Alaska, Missouri, Washington, or Wyoming. Come seek adventures while backpacking, sea kayaking, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, surfing and mountaineering and much more!

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Jackson Hole-Kelly, WY

41. Camp Hidden Meadows - We are committed to providing exciting, safe, and positive experiences where young people learn about themselves, others, and the environment. We believe learning should occur naturally in a fun, supportive, non-competitive environment. Beautiful 250-acre camp in the Allegheny Mountains.

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Bartow, WV

42. Girls' Wilderness Program of The Women's Wilderness Institute - Fun, creative, girl-positive wilderness courses specifically created for girls, ages 8-18. Backpacking, rock climbing, outdoor skills, and expressive arts that build courage, confidence and leadership. Four- to 12-day overnight and day-camp sessions. Generous scholarships available.

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Boulder, CO

43. Outward Bound Costa Rica - Challenge yourself with an adventure in Costa Rica this summer! Safe, educational, and empowering outdoor adventure courses: hike through cloud and rainforests, whitewater raft, learn Spanish, surf warm water breaks, rappel down waterfalls, and much more.

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San Pedro, San Jose, Outside the US & Canada

44. The Living Earth School - Living Earth School (LES) offers FUN WEEK-LONG programs for children (ages 7+). Sessions revolve around creating resiliency in nature, by learning skills with fire, water, shelter and food.

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Afton, VA

45. Adventures Cross-Country - Adventures Cross-Country has offered adventure programs for teenagers across the world since 1983. Trips focus on community service, leadership, cultural immersion, team building, and gaining new experiences in the world's most spectacular locations throughout North America, the South Pacific, Europe, Central and South America, Australia, Asia, and Africa.

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Mill Valley, CA

46. The Leading Edge at the High Mountain Institute - The Leading Edge is a two-week wilderness and leadership development program in the Colorado Rockies.

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Leadville, CO

47. Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing - Character Counts! Develop Character & Confidence through Adventure & Challenge. Outdoor Adventure Camp for ages 10-12, 11-13, 13-15, & 15-17.

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New Castle , VA

48. Williwaw Adventures - Williwaw Adventures offers wilderness travel expeditions for young adults. Activities include coastal sailing, backpacking, sea kayaking and whitewater rafting, while exploring the wilderness, waterways and seas of Maine and the Pacific Northwest.

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Searsmont, ME

49. Colorado School for Guides and Outdoorsman - Accredited State Wilderness Guide School teaching Equine, Packing, Fishing, Outdoor Skills, Cooking

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Montrose, CO

50. North Carolina Outward Bound - Take on real challenges, have real adventures and relate to real life with North Carolina Outward Bound. Navigate the wilderness, build technical outdoor skills, make new friends, challenge yourself and gain valuable leadership skills. Rock climbing, white water canoeing, backpacking and more. Scholarships available.

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Asheville, NC