12-15 year olds
Old Growth (O.G.) is suited for participants from 12-15 years old. Here’s where we really turn up the heat! Australian Rappelling (face down) off of a 65 foot wall overlooking the river, whitewater rafting, various climbing techniques, throw line, positioning in the tree, the anatomy of knots, belay certification, and mechanical advantage systems are some of the climbing based aspects of the program. Several of these skills are actually what we cover in our Professional Climbing Seminar.
We will also go further in depth with environmental education including tree identification, tree risk assessment, hydrology and habitats. We will get a chance to swim in the light current of the James River and observe the huge catfish with snorkel masks and the list goes on. These activities can be relatively strenuous and require a moderate level of physical fitness.
Our goal with this program is to create a passion for adventure, stewardship for the environment, and a higher level of self-efficacy. This is an experience that participants will be proud of and remember.
Although we love to see graduating OAKs in O.G, previous climbing experience is not required.
O.G. Camp is held right beside the river in the trees of the award winning James River Park System and other awesome urban forest locales. O.G. is Monday through Friday from 9:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
Cost: $375/wk
June 10-14 OAK only
June 17-21 OAK and Sapling
June 24-28 OAK and Sapling
July 1-5 OAK, Sapling, OG
July 8-12 OAK, Sapling, OG
July 15-19 OAK and Sapling
July 22-26 OAK and Sapling
July 29-Aug 2 OAK, Sapling, OG
Aug 5-9 OAK, Sapling, OG
Aug 12-16 OAK, Sapling, OG
Aug 19-23 OAK only
Aug 26-30 Sapling Only