Outdoor Skills & Adventure (OSA) is an ideal starting point for youth interested in exploring the wilderness. During the first week of the program, we focus on learning outdoor skills and building strong relationships within the groups. Campers will learn low-impact camping skills, basic knots and rope skills, fire-building, how to properly pack an expedition backpack, and orienteering with map and compass. Activities during the first week include day hikes, rock climbing, and swimming.
During the second week, campers will put what they learned to the test and go on a multi-night camping trip.
Both programs will end their trips with a day of Whitewater Rafting along the Nantahala River.
Disclaimer: This program requires at least four registered campers in order to run. If that minimum is not met, ample notice will be given.
Price
- Supporter – $2,200
- Traditional Cost – $1,930
- Financial Assistance Level 1 – $1,665
- Financial Assistance Level 2 – $990
- Financial Assistance Level 3 – $495
- Financial Assistance Level 4 – $0
Starting this year, we’re offering multiple pricing tiers to make summer camp more accessible to families across a range of income levels and to better serve youth from historically underserved communities. All youth will receive the same camp experience, regardless of the price selected during registration.
Standard Deposit (non-refundable): $400 per camper registration
Full payment of all registration fees due: June 1, 2026
In our registration system, select MountainCamp and then “Outdoor Skills & Adventure”.
