Session A Voyageurs will embark on an exciting, back-to-back adventure through scenic Maine. Their voyage will include a guided sea kayaking trip to the Stonington Archipelago on the coast of Maine and a backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail starting in the Bigelow Range. Campers return to the Merrowvista community with great fanfare steeped in camp tradition. Session B Hike/Bike Voyageurs will …
SESSIONS: 1, 2, or 3 weeks
The Torchbearer Program is a four-year progression that supports high school campers as they grow from building strong peer connections and a sense of belonging to developing leadership skills, serving their community, and putting those skills into practice. Through the four years, Torchbearer campers will have the opportunity of opting into programming to complete certified training in archery, Wilderness First …
Adventurers continue their Four Trails program combining a 8-day hiking trip in the Saddleback Range in Maine, with a 5-day canoe trip on the beautiful and historic Connecticut River. These trips increase in challenge as Adventurers progress, allowing for self-discovery and leadership.
Odyssey 3 Week 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. Odyssey 4 Week spend their …
Trailblazer I begin to experience the 4-Trails world, and also continue the balance of self-selected interest groups and in-camp activities. The introduction to 4-Trails allows these campers to experience multiday backpacking and canoeing experiences and refine their leadership skills and learn what it means to be a role model. Trailblazer II extend their journey towards the Four Trails wilderness adventure …
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 4-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
