Summer Programs

Adventures Unlimited (14 days) Ages 15-17
This trip was developed by several campers who wanted a different twist on the Mountains to Sea by some activities and/or different locales. This program takes place in the mountains and on the coast of NC. The participants on this program spend a week in the mountains of NC mountain biking, rock climbing, caving, canoeing/kayaking and rafting. Then they spend a week at the coast of NC sailing, surfing, sea kayaking, visiting local sights and playing on the beach. 2009 Dates and Rates

Sampler (7 days) Ages 10-12
This is a special introductory program for 10-12 year olds. As the name implies, campers sample the following five different adventure activities: backpacking, canoeing/kayaking, whitewater rafting, climbing and caving. 2009 Dates and Rates

Cave/Bike/Canoe (7 days) Ages 11-13
This trip occurs in the beautiful and exciting area of Jefferson National Forest in Virginia. Campers will Crawl, Peddle and Paddle their way into and around some of the most beautiful and challenging natural areas offered. 2009 Dates and Rates

New River Adventure (14 days) Ages 12-14
This is a basic two week course divided into three mini-programs: backpacking/climbing; canoeing/kayaking/rafting/caving; and mountain biking. During each of these four day mini-trips, the group will pedal, hike or paddle to their campsite where they set up camp for the night. Between each mini-program, cmapers return to the New River Outdoor Center (NROC) to rest, play games, pack and prepare for the next segment. 2009 Dates and Rates

Climb/Raft (7 days) Ages 13-15
This program offers an abundance of thrills and challenges. For two days campers will climb in the New River Gorge reaching heights many only dream of doing. The other three days campers will raft down the New River Gorge and the Gauley River for excitement on class III - V rapids and a chance to look upon the sheer cliffs they will be climbing. 2009 Dates and Rates

Cave/Raft (7 days) Ages 13-15
This program puts dirt and water together to create muddy fun! Campers will walk, scramble, crawl and inch their way through several caves in VA and TN. Rafting will be on the New River Gorge in West Virginia and the Nolichucky River in Tennessee. Campers will help navigate a raft through Class III - V rapids while enjoying the magnificence of the gorges. 2009 Dates and Rates

Kayak/Climb/Cave (7 days) Ages 11-13
For those who look for the wilder things in life, this program offers an abundance of thrills. Campers will kayak for two days on the New River in Class II rapids then spend two days climbing the cliffs of Table Rock and Linville Gorge and spend a day of caving in a large nature cave hosting a variety of formations, creek and cave life. This trip will travel between the states of VA, NC and TN. 2009 Dates and Rates

Seekers (14 days) Ages 13-15
This is the next step in progression from the standard and one week sessions. Seekers is an intermediate level program offering a slightly greater challenge. Campers stay out in the field for longer periods, climb more challenging routes, paddle for several days on rivers, crawl through wild caves and take on more responsibility for the welfare of the group. The program will be spent backpacking, climbing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, caving and mountain biking in the mountains of NC, VA, TN, and WV. 2009 Dates and Rates

Mountains to Sea (14 days) Ages 14-17
For campers who want both, this program takes place in the mountains and on the coast of NC. Campers spend a week in the mountains of NC backpacking, rock climbing, caving, canoeing and rafting. Then they spend a week at the coast of NC sailing, surfing, sea kayaking, wind surfing and playing on the beach. 2009 Dates and Rates

Climb/Cave (7 days) Ages 12-14
FThis program offers campers the opportunity to scale to new heights and crawl into the depths of the earth. Campers will have plenty of time to climb rock faces and explore the subterranean world of caves. This will all take place in NC, TN and VA. 2009 Dates and Rates

Parent/Child Programs (3 days) Ages 10-16
These are 3 day programs offering a parent and child the opportunity to spend time together getting to know each other in a whole new way. No distractions from TV, phone or video games - just quality time with each other enjoying the out of doors. Three programs are available to choose from: Cave/Canoe, Backpack/Climb and Canoe Trekking. Choose the one that excites you and challenge yourselves. No experience required! 2009 Dates and Rates

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