Kid’s Adventure Camp
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What We’ll Learn & Do:
- Outdoor Adventures – rock climb, mountain bike, paddle board, fish, and hike
- Outdoor Travel Skills – basics of navigation, Leave No Trace principles and backcountry travel
- Swimming in Alpine Lakes – A chance to cool off in stunning mountain lakes (life jackets required)
- Personal Growth – Daily goal setting, teamwork, and learning how to push past limits in a supportive environment
- Storytelling & Team Building – Fun, laughter, and connection through shared experiences
- Give your child an incredible summer of adventure, growth, and lifelong memories!
Adventure Camp provides an exhilarating summer experience for kids aged 9-12.
Our camp focuses on helping kids learn new things, push themselves, bond with other kids, overcome fears, set goals, support each other, and discover their inner strength while having a blast.
2026 Camp Session Dates:
- See Book Trip calendar
- June 8-12
- June 22-26
- July 13-17
- August 3-7
- for a private/family Kid’s Adventure Camp, please contact us.
Drop-off & Pick-up:
Location: Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center (playground)
Drop-off: 8:30 – 9:00 AM
Pick-up: 4:00 – 4:30 PM
Lunch:
Campers should bring their lunch, snacks, and plenty of water each day.
What’s Provided:
- Transportation
- Equipment: climbing equipment (helmet, harness, shoes), paddleboards, life jackets, fishing gear
- First aid kits
- 2 experienced guides on technical days, with AMGA certifications
- Each guide is approved for rock climbing instruction, are experienced in backcountry terrain, and hold a current Wilderness First Responder certification
- Our guides are immersed in the outdoors and their invaluable knowledge, mentorship, and passion will be passed on to your child
Not Included:
- Water, lunch, and snacks
- Mountain bike
- Appropriate clothing for weather (including hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- If your child is 12 or older, a fishing permit will be required (we will provide details)
Day 1: Rock Climbing
Explore climbing spots in Big Cottonwood Canyon like Storm Mountain or the SLC Slips. We will set goals with the kids at the start of the day. We focus on celebrating every success whether it’s tying good knots, getting 5’ off the wall, making it further than last time, encouraging others, or making it to the top.
Day 2: Paddle Boarding
Enjoy a day of paddle boarding at a scenic spot. The kids are required to wear a life jacket at all times while on the water.
Day 3: Hiking and Fishing
Embark on a hike, likely to Bloods Lake or Lackawaxen, for a day filled with adventure. The hike is approximately 5 miles round trip with a 1230’ elevation gain. Other options are Lake Mary and Lake Martha, Cecret Lake and Devils Castle, and Dog Lake in Mill Creek.
Day 4: Mountain Biking
Experience beginner-friendly mountain biking at locations like the Corner Canyon pump track or Round Valley in Park City. We will start small and work up. Kids should have some previous experience before the camp so that they are a little bit comfortable. If they want to do a private day ahead of time, we can arrange that.
Day 5: Kid’s Choice
Let the kids decide on their favorite activity from the week to repeat.
Note: We may move the activities to different days based on the weather or the kid’s energy levels.
Hours: Camp runs from 9 am to 4 pm, with drop-off between 8:30 am and 9 am. Pick-up is between 4 – 4:30 pm. We will meet at the Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center on the playground.
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