Summer Camps 2026

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Ever wonder what it's like to set off in a boat down river for a few days? The rivers of the southern Appalachian mountains are rich in history, ecology, geology, and opportunities for adventure. This trip will travel in tandem canoes for 4 days down a regional river, camping on the shore each night. The group will carry with them everything they need to thrive along the way. The Adventure School will provide transportation, food, and all canoeing and group camping equipment

Canoe Expedition: June 8 - 11

9:00 AM Monday - 4:30 PM Thursday

Ages: 13-16

Tuition: $615

Multi-Adventure is a chance for young teens to get a taste for multiple types of outdoor adventuring. On this 4 day/3 night adventure, each day will present an exciting opportunity for rugged fun and each night will be spent around the campfire sharing tales from the day. Campers can expect to engage in basic outdoor living skills and participate in outdoor activities such as hiking, paddling, biking, rafting, and climbing. This is a great opportunity for campers to test their own limits in a fun and supportive environment facilitated by skilled leaders. The Adventure School will provide transportation, food, and all group equipment

Multi-Adventure: June 22 - 25

9:00 AM Monday - 4:30 PM Thursday

Ages: 12-15

Tuition: $615

4 days and 1-night training in outdoor activities such as rock climbing, canoeing, and camp craft (fire building, knots, etc.). The CIT camp week is designed to help students develop their personal and group outdoor skills, safety and risk awareness, and learn to assist others in outdoor activities. Becoming a CIT is an important and exciting step in the transition from camper to counselor. Campers who successfully complete the CIT camp week will have the opportunity to be CITs for Summer 2026 Wild Weeks as space allows. 

CIT Camp:  June 29 - July 2

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday & Tuesday

9:00 AM Wednesday - 4:30 PM Thursday

Ages: 12-15

Tuition: $500

Passed down from Appalachian settlers, Kin Ye describes the deep connection felt between close friends. Friendship is the heart of summer camp and Kin Ye camp helps build friendships through shared adventures. Campers will be playing games, exploring the outdoors, and expanding their abilities all week long. Because the goal of this camp is to strengthen connections, we've intentionally designed this camp to have a max of 10 campers.

On Thursday evening, Kin Ye Campers have the option to camp out!

 Kin Ye June: June 15 - 19

Kin Ye August: August 3 - 7

Ages: 8-12

Monday - Wednesday

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday & Friday (overnight optional)

9:00 AM Thursday - 4:00 PM Friday

Tuition: $475 per week

This day camp lets kids follow their curiosity and see what happens! The camp takes place on our campus with our river, fields, creeks, woods, and pond. Our attentive and dynamic counselors are always ready to adjust activities and plans to meet the interests of the campers. In previous summers, this has inspired many activities including tubing, canoeing, field games, stream walks, face painting, shelter building, critter catching, treasure hunts, magic shows, and tons more. 

Wild Week One: July 6 - 10

Wild Week Two: July 13 - 17 

Wild Week Three: July 20 - 24 

Wild Week Four: July 27 - 31

Ages: 5-12

9:00 AM -  4:00 PM 

Monday - Friday

Tuition: $325 per week

For our youngest campers, we have half day programs in July. This group will be on campus alongside our older Wild Week campers. They will participate in some joint activities, but this younger group and their counselors will also explore and play at their own pace.

For this age group, families can choose between 3-5 days per week.

 Wild Child One: July 6 - 10

Wild Child Two: July 13 - 17

Wild Child Three: July 20 - 24 

Wild Child Four: July 27 - 31 

Ages: 3-5 (must be potty trained)

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 

Monday - Friday

Tuition:

3-days: $165 per week

4-days: $200 per week

5-days: $225 per week