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. After spending the week learning to paddle at the Whitewater Center, campers will have the opportunity to apply their new skills on the Lower Green River during our optional off-site trip day.

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. After spending the week learning to paddle at the Whitewater Center, campers will have the opportunity to apply their new skills on the Upper or Lower Green River during our optional off-site trip day.

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. At the end of the week campers will have the opportunity to apply their skills on Upper Green River during our optional off-site trip day.

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

Rock, Ride and Paddle Camp II is the next step up from Rock, Ride and Paddle. During the week, campers will gain more experience in climbing and whitewater kayaking at the USNWC, while also participating in Pass Activities. What sets this camp apart from Rock, Ride, and Paddle are the two off-site trips. Campers will have the opportunity challenge their skill level by climbing the steep, rocky faces of Crowders Mountain and paddle the rapids of the lower Green River. Please review the parent packet for more information on the off-site trips.

Camp Dates

• June 22 - 26
• July 13 - 17
• August 3 - 7

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 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

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 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

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

Backcountry Camping teaches your child the fundamentals of backcountry travel including, but not limited to:  proper packing, land navigation, campsite preparation, working in a team dynamic, and wilderness cooking. Throughout the week, various Pass Activities will also be included in the campers schedule. On Thursday of the camp session, the campers and counselors will head to South Mountain State Park for an overnight stay to apply their newly developed backcountry camping skills.  During the trip, campers will have to work as a team in campsite preparation and cooking meals.  They will also have an opportunity for a side hike to a waterfall.

Camp Dates

• July 6 - 10 (Ages 10 - 12)
• July 20 - 24 (Ages 13 - 15)
• July 27 - 31 (Ages 10 - 12)