Name: Wilderness First Responder
Start: 2019-08-12T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2019-08-20T23:59:59+00:00
Location: Spruce Knob Mountain Center

Rock Camp (all boys)

ages 11-14
July 7-13, 2019
Cost: $450 In State & $650 Out of State

This program will introduce male campers to all things rocks, from karst and caves, to geology and rock climbing – everyone will find something new and exciting to explore along the way. Campers will visit sink holes, venture into two unique caves, with the opportunity to spend the night in the cave experiencing total darkness! The next two days will be spent camping near beaver ponds honing our land navigation and survival skills before we orienteer to the highest point in the state. Once there, we will look for fossils and learn about mountain formation. The final day of the program we will travel to a nearby rock outcropping where we will meet a climbing guide for an introduction to top rope climbing and rappelling.

Our single-gender camps for middle-school aged kids are designed not to exclude others but to enhance connections with their peers at a point in their lives when gender-awareness is increasing, increasingly distracting, and potentially harmful. This camp helps to strengthen their connection to their peers and deepen their understanding of why these relationships are an important aspect of their lives.

Drop off and Pick Up Information:

Drop Off, Sunday, July 7, 1pm, Historic Circleville High School
Pick up, Saturday, July 13, 11:30am, Yurts at Spruce Knob Mountain Center
Sample Itinerary

Stewardship Focus

During their week the Rock Camp boys will take part in a rock-focused stewardship project. We work with local partners to determine an age-appropriate volunteer opportunity that addresses a current need in the area.

I learned so many interesting facts about the world around us that I will definitely take with me, but I also learned how wonderful it can be to be a part of a group in which everyone gives their all and wants to have a great time no matter the challenging situations or the rainy days. – camp participant
The mountain stewards camp is a wonderful, fun, confidence and skill building experience every kid should go through! – Sandy Frank
The staff were terrific helping us coordinate what camp would fit us best. So patient and understanding. My daughter had a wonderful week and learned so much and made memories and friends. Great experience! – Kristin Potts
I love the freedom at this camp. It doesn’t feel like a structured camp with strict rules. We are free to have fun and learn in our own ways while still effectively accomplishing the goals of the program. – camper
Mountain Stewards at Experience Learning is a fantastic week-long summer camp for kids who like the outdoors (or who WILL like the outdoors after this wonderful experience!) Stewardship of our natural resources, self-reliance, leadership, and fellowship, are all integral to this program. My daughter LOVES this camp, and that makes me a happy dad. Experience Learning also has great programs for learners of all ages. I recently completed an excellent Wilderness First Aid course at their wonderful Spruce Knob Mountain Center. Check it out! – Mark Wenzler
In this program I was able to be my own leader, which has allowed me to see the ways in which I can improve myself and the ways in which I am strong. – Summer Camper, Leadership Camp
I learned to trust myself more and not be afraid to advocate for myself. – Summer Camper, Leadership Camp
I learned about who I am as a person and that if I look within myself I can find some of the strength and courage that I’ve felt was missing from me. – Summer Camper, Leadership Camp