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Western United
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Shaffer's High Sierra Camp
California
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Kids thrive in this camp's noncompetitive, team-oriented wilderness adventure program, nestled on the North Yuba River and next to 70+ lakes and miles of trails. |
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Surf
Camp
North Carolina and Hawaii
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Surf
Camp offers the ultimate learn to surf adventures in several
warm water locations. Come learn from our staff of trained
surf instructors and have an adventure that you will never
forget. |
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The
Road Less Traveled
US and International
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The Road Less Traveled is
an ACA accredited camp that offers wilderness adventure,
community service and global perspectives programs in the
most spectacular areas of the world. |
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Trailmark Expeditions United States
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Adventure Travel and Community
Service programs for campers age 11-17. Co-ed groups travel and
work cooperatively for 7-21 days while participating in a
variety of adventure activities and community service projects.
Personal growth and development emphasized. Come join us for a
summer of significance! |
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Westcoast
Connection Teen Travel Experiences
US and International
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Westcoast
Connection / 360°
Student Travel offers teenagers the perfect balance of
adventure, challenge, nightlife and friendships that will last a
lifetime. |
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Wilderness
Adventure at Eagle Landing
U.S. and
International
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New for 2008...Receive College Credit
for participating on any of our trips if you are 15
years or older... ACA Accredited Adventure Programs from
ages 8 to 17. Multi-activity trips, coed groups of 12,
VA, WV, NC, AK, PR, Panama, and Vietnam. |
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Wilderness
Ventures
US and International
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For
over 30
years, Wilderness Ventures has been introducing young
adults to exciting outdoor expeditions in the Northern
Rockies, Pacific Northwest, Alaska, Hawaii, Australia, South
America and Europe. |
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Williwaw
Adventures
United States
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Unique Expeditions
exploring Maine and the Pacific Northwest. Small group
size, motivated participants, outstanding leaders.
Activities include backcountry travel, sea kayaking,
rafting & sailing. |
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AAVE Teen Adventures
US and International
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Since
1976! Teenage summer adventure travel. Alaska, Europe,
Colorado, Australia, Costa Rica, Hawaii and more. Beginner
through expert. Awesome, motivated teenagers + amazing
leaders = AAVE. |
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Academy
by the Sea / Camp Pacific
Carlsbad, CA
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A five - week academic summer school
program for grades 7 - 10, a three-week recreational summer
camp session, and three, one-week specialized surf and
bodyboard camp sessions. |
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Adventure
Treks
US and Canada
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Join other
teenagers from all over the U.S. for two, three and four
week Adventures in Western North American wilderness.
Besides an amazing amount of fun, you'll experience the
benefit of being in a close community, you'll see incredible
scenery, learn many new outdoor skills, become a stronger
leader and gain self-confidence. |
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Adventurequest
Western
US |
Adventurequest is an exciting outdoor
adventure camp in Big Sky, Montana. Explore Yellowstone and
Grand Teton National Parks on an incredible journey through
the heart of the northern Rockies. |
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Adventures
Cross-Country
US and International
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ARCC
offers adventure trips in various outdoor settings in 16
countries and 8 western states. Trips are 15-40 days long
and focus on leadership, team-building and having fun! |
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Catalina
Island Camps
California
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Catalina Island Camps
provides unique opportunities for campers to develop life long
skills in a positive and fun group living environment. |
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Cheley
Colorado Camps
Colorado
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Families
choose Cheley because they know they can expect an
experience of exceptional richness, quality and
consistency in a community that celebrates the individual
interests and needs of each participant. |
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Colorado
Youth Program Teen Adventure Camp
Colorado
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Colorado
Youth Programs Teen Adventure Camp offers small group
sizes, professional staff and a beautiful Rocky Mountain
setting. Spend 10 days team-building, backpacking and
rafting! |
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Deer
Hill Expeditions
US and International
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Deer Hill offers wilderness and community
service adventures for teens. Expeditions in the southwest
U.S. and Costa Rica include backpacking, whitewater rafting,
canoeing, rock climbing, biking, surfing, and Spanish
language immersion. Since 1984. |
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Girls' Wilderness Program
CO & WY |
Wilderness-based courses
specifically created for girls age 8 -18. Have a blast
backpacking, rock climbing, learning outdoor skills and
expressive arts in a fun, “girl-positive” program designed
to build confidence, leadership skills and solid
friendships. |
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GO Adventure!
Western US
& International |
San Francisco Magazine recognized GO
Adventure in their "Best of the Bay" issue, July 2007. GO
Adventure leads affordable 1, 2 & 3 week excursions for
individuals, classes and groups year round. 90% OF OUR MENU
IS ORGANIC & GEAR LOAN IS FREE. |
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Hante Adventures
US and International
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"I went away and learned."
Hantes provide students with experiences in challenging outdoor skills:
rock climbing, whitewater paddling, wilderness trekking, plus international travel.
Gain new skills and self-confidence while forming strong friendships. |
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Horizon
Adventures
Colorado
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Since
1985 Horizon Adventures has been providing
backcountry adventures in the majestic Rocky Mountains of
Colorado. Our 6-12 day courses offer activities such as
rock climbing, mtn. biking, whitewater rafting and
14,000ft peak ascents. |
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Longacre
Expeditions
US and International
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ACA accredited adventure travel in world-class settings. Programs emphasize age-appropriate challenge, confidence building, group living skills, effective communication, and fun. |
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Maui
Surfer Girls
Hawaii
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Maui
Surfer Girls is a premiere adventure surf camp held on
Maui, Kauai, and Costa Rica. We build a girl's self
confidence through the sport of surfing. |
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Navajo Trails
Adventure Camp
Utah
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Navajo Trails provides a program for campers to create their own unique summer experience. Participants choose their weekly growth promoting adventures and return to the ranch for weekend group activities. |
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O'Brien's Rogue River Outfitters Raft Camp
Oregon |
Our Whitewater Rafting Camp is a uniquely
refreshing, educational opportunity. Outdoor activities
abound, nature appreciation and science at its finest!
Hiking, camping, swimming and more. |
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Outpost
Wilderness Adventures
US and
International
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Quality
small group adventure specialty camps and expeditions
geared to motivated teenagers. High level instruction,
professional guides and amazing locations add up to the
state of the art in adventure skill development. |
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Outward
Bound Wilderness
US and International
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Outward
Bound, a national nonprofit organization, offers over 500,
adventure-based, wilderness courses – year round –
serving adults, teens and youth (ages 12+). |
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Pali
Adventures
California
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Residential Co-Ed Camp Southern
California. Acting, Rock Star, Circus, Dance, Water Sports,
Extreme Action, and Film for campers 9-16. Junior Camp for
ages 7-9. |
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Poulter
Colorado Camps
Colorado & Utah |
Superb
resident camp with wilderness excursions and exciting
travel adventures. Individual choices with focus on
positive group development. Challenging and
rewarding summer fun! |
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Sage
Outdoor Learning
Wyoming
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Earn
college credit - Grow personally - Develop youth
leadership skills with Franklin Covey’s “7 Habits” -
Experience outdoor adventure in the Yellowstone region. |
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Sanborn
Western Camps
Colorado
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Since 1948, Sanborn Western Camps have been offering exciting outdoor adventures, caring and experienced leadership and excellent facilities in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. |
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Sea
Camp
California
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Scuba dive, sail,
mountain bike, ocean kayak and learn marine biology on beautiful
Catalina Island. Great social activities with lots of traditional
summer camp fun. |
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SEACAMP
San Diego
CA and HI
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SEACAMP San Diego is a year-round
marine science camp. We offer a variety of hands-on summer
programs for middle and high school students. |
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Sea
Camp Expeditions - Tall Ship TOLE MOUR
California
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Sail the California Channel
Islands aboard the 156' Schooner TOLE MOUR. Sail training
certificates upon completion. |
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SeaWorld
/ Busch Gardens Adventure Camps
San Diego, CA
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Work
behind the scenes, alongside amazing animals and the experts
who care for them. Have fun, explore the great outdoors, ride
world-class coasters, and make lifelong friends and memories. |