Whitewater Kayak Camp I is a full day camp that will introduce your child to whitewater kayaking in a comfortable and encouraging environment. Working with our experienced instructors throughout the week, campers will learn how to competently paddle class II whitewater while also learning how to work together as a group on the river. 

Prerequisites

Must be between 10 – 18 years old. Must be comfortable swimming.

Camp Dates

• June 1 - 5
• June 8 - 12
• June 15 - 19
• June 22 - 26
• June 29 - July 3
• July 6 - 10
• July 13 - 17
• July 20 - 24
• July 27 - 31
• August 3 - 7
• August 10 - 14
• August 17 - 21

Whitewater Kayak Camp II is a full day camp designed to further develop the skills learned in either Spring, Summer, or Fall Kayak Camp. Each day campers will be presented with new challenges as they learn to independently navigate the river under the guidance of our instructors. 

Prerequisites

• Must be between 10 – 18 years old
• Must have completed Rock, Ride, and Paddle Camp I or Intro Camp (Summer or Spring/Fall), or have experience paddling class II whitewater and rolling
• Must be able to hike on moderate terrain carrying a kayak weighing up to 50 pounds.

Camp Dates

• June 15 - 19
• July 6 - 10
• July 20 - 24
• August 3 - 7
• August 17 - 21

Whitewater Kayak Camp III is a full day camp experience that will fine tune your camper’s kayaking skills while challenging them to develop more advanced techniques at an accelerated pace. These skills, maneuvers, and river knowledge will allow them to enhance their whitewater paddling experience by opening up new ways to enjoy a variety of rivers. Advanced Whitewater Kayak Campers will also learn rescue techniques that will teach them how to handle adversity on the river. 

Prerequisites

• Must be between 10 – 18 years old
• Must have completed Spring/Fall or Summer Development Camp or have experience paddling class III whitewater
• Must have a reliable combat roll (minimum 8 successful rolls in 10 attempts in whitewater)
• Must be able to hike on moderate terrain carrying a kayak weighing up to 50 pounds.

Camp Dates

• June 22 - 26
• July 13 - 17
• July 27 - 31
• August 10 - 14

This adventure-based camp combines the fun of a traditional summer camp with the excitement of an outdoor adventure experience. With a range of Pass Activities that includes whitewater rafting, rock climbing, flatwater kayaking and team development activities, this will be a camp that your child will not forget.

Camp Dates

• June 1 - 5
• June 8 - 12
• June 15 - 19
• June 22 - 26
• June 29 - July 3
• July 6 - 10
• July 13 - 17
• July 20 - 24
• July 27 - 31
• August 3 - 7
• August 10 - 14
• August 17 - 21

The focus of this camp is to both have fun and enjoy the activities the Whitewater Center has to offer in a group dynamic. Campers will participate in a wide range of Pass Activities, which include (but are not limited to) whitewater rafting, rock climbing, high ropes courses and team building activities. Each camper will walk away with cool stories, great experiences, and new friends.

Camp Dates

• June 8 - 12
• June 15 - 19
• June 22 - 26
• June 29 - July 3
• July 6 - 10
• July 13 - 17
• July 20 - 24
• July 27 - 31
• August 3 - 7
• August 10 - 14

Survival Camp will teach, develop and test your child’s ability to survive in the wild. We instill techniques such as shelter-building, wilderness first aid, fire building, lost proofing and map and compass skills. With a survival focus your child will also participate in games and teambuilding activities. Each session operates like a day camp with one overnight stay at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.

Camp Dates

• June 8 - 12
• June 15 - 19
• June 22 - 26
• June 29 - July 3
• July 6 - 10
• July 13 - 17
• July 20 - 24
• July 27 - 31
• August 3 - 7
• August 10 - 14

Rock, Ride and Paddle Camp I focuses on building your kid’s basic skills in mountain biking, rock climbing and whitewater kayaking. Each day is split into two unique clinics, focusing on activities and skill enhancements that will challenge your child, while developing their confidence. Prior experience needed in basic bike riding skills. Campers also have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of Pass Activities at the USNWC including whitewater rafting.

Camp Dates

• June 29 - July 3
• July 6 - 10
• July 13 - 17
• July 20 - 24
• July 27 - 31
• August 3 - 7
• August 10 - 14