Voyageurs will embark on an exciting, multi-modal adventure through scenic Maine. Their voyage will include a cycling adventure through Baxter State Park in the shadow of Mt. Katahdin and backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail. The third component is a guided sea kayaking trip to the Stonington Archipelago, Maine. Campers return to the Merrowvista community with great fanfare steeped in …
SESSIONS: 1, 2, or 3 weeks
Foresters enjoy the balance of self-selected interest groups, cabin bonding, and all-camp fun. Merrowvista also introduces them to offsite with multiday backpacking and canoeing experiences. Foresters refine their leadership skills and learn what it means to be a role model.
Torchbearer is the next step in our Pathfinder program, a four-year progression of in-camp programming for our oldest campers. The Torchbearer program prepares these teens for the next chapter in their lives as empowered young adults by learning new soft and hard skills. Campers will have the opportunity of opting into programming to complete certified training in archery, Wilderness First …
The Pathfinder program is the start of a four-year progression of in-camp programming for high school-aged campers. These young teens develop their best selves as they take on leadership roles within the camper community. Pathfinders enjoy specific activity curriculum designed to challenge and develop their skillsets and serve as role models to younger Merrowvista campers. Pathfinder campers will leave with …
Adventurers continue their Four Trails program combining a 8-day hiking trip in the Bigelow Range in Maine, with a 6-day canoe trip on the beautiful Allagash River. These trips increase in challenge as Adventurers progress, allowing for self-discovery and leadership.
Odyssey spend their first days at camp preparing for their adventure and gaining confidence before leaving for the trail. Groups journey the last 120 miles of the storied Appalachian Trail, traversing boulder fields, old growth forests, and alpine terrain. This epic trip culminates in the summit of Mt. Katahdin, the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail.
Trailblazers extend their journey towards the Four Trails wilderness adventure program. These campers get to enjoy the full in-camp experience and a 3-day backpacking trip in the White Mountains, a canoeing trip to Lake Aziscohos and a supported overnight biking trip to Acadia National Park. Trailblazers’ confidence grows as they discover all they can accomplish. Learn more about the AYF’s …
Explorers learn to be supportive team members as their cabins tackle three challenging and beautiful experiences: backpacking trip on the Mahoosuc Mountains stretch of the Appalachian Trail, a 3-day canoe trip navigating the boundary waters of New Hampshire and Maine, and a fully supported 4-day biking trip on the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail in Vermont. They return to camp between …
SESSIONS: 1, 2, or 3 weeks
