Youth River Skills Camp - Canyonlands Field Institute
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 07/23/2023
Build confidence, basic outdoor skills, and have fun in Canyon Country! This is a whitewater rafting summer camp for middle schoolers. The Youth River Skills Camp is designed to inspire the next generation of river runners! This program is for rising 7th through 9th graders interested in learning whitewater rafting skills, developing their communication and teamwork skills, and connecting with other kids their age in a fun camp setting. The trip lasts 3 days and 2 nights along the Colorado River.
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A grab-bag of adventure
Your camper will be introduced to river ecology, river dynamics, equipment rigging, and safety and risk management concepts. The valuable skills learned during this course will offer the experience needed for future river trips, outdoor leadership, or guide employment. This stretch of river has some whitewater rapids, and offers a chance to test new skills in a fun, manageable way. Let’s get out on the water and have some fun!
No previous experience is necessary!
Activities:
- Whitewater Rafting
- Camp cooking
- Teambuilding
- Technical skills building
- Naturalist education
- Introductory first aid and safety education
- Games and free time
Outcomes:
- Increased leadership skills
- Increased self-management skills
- Confidence building
- Resume and experience building
- Positive growth in group awareness
- Heightened risk management and safety skills
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Organization:
Canyonlands Field InstituteLocation:
PO Box 68
Moab, UT, 84532United States
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Phone:
435-259-7750Contact name:
Brennan Patrick Gillis
Email address:
The event has already taken place on this date:
07/23/2023
Time:
See website for details
Price:
$450 per child, or $295 for Grand and San Juan County residents
Ages
9-12 years TeenagersWeb Service