“Every camp placement organization I spoke with let me know that this was hands-down the favorite camp. The level of organization and professionalism was amazing. My child really grew on this trip."
- Diana Ravicchio
Rossmoor, CA
Adventure Treks had partnered with our friends at The White Mountain School's to bring you New England Experience. You will not believe the incredible places the northeast has to offer, if you know where to look! We have put together a spectacular trip where you will discover a completely different northeast than others get to see. Discover the wild, exhilarating, and exciting rivers, mountains, and cliffs the northeast has to offer.
You'll spend four days hiking and camping in the beautiful White Mountains. Cross tranquil rivers, witness amazing view of this rugged landscape, and set up your tent in a pristine campsite.
Spend 2 full days rock climbing at legendary Franconia Notch and Rumney in Northern New Hampshire. With thousands of options, there are climbs for any ability.
Enjoy 2 days on the Kingdom Trails, rated #1 in North America by Bike Magazine! These trails are perfect for beginners and advanced riders.
You'll wake up at 4am to summit the highest peak in New England. Enjoy sunrise on the mountain and amazing views from the top at 6,288 feet!
You will spend the first day paddling your own sit-on-top kayak through exciting class III whitewater rapids. The following day, trade in your kayak for a raft and paddle the famous class IV gorge with your friends.
Space is Limited. Call 888-954-5555 for more information about this trip and to check availability. Apply early to ensure the trip of your choice.
Flights:
ARRIVAL: Manchester, NH airport (MHT)
Schedule arrival between 8 AM and 1 PM on July 21
DEPARTURE: from Manchester, NH airport (MHT)
Schedule departure between 6 AM and 1 PM on August 5
Driving:
ARRIVAL: Baggage claim area by the stairs at the Manchester, NH airport
Schedule arrival between 10 AM and noon on July 21
DEPARTURE: Baggage claim area by the stairs at the Manchester, NH airport
Schedule pick up between 9 AM and 11 AM on August 5
If you prefer to drive directly to Adventure Treks, plan to meet at 8 AM at the White Mountain School. Pick up on closing day at the White Mountain School is between 9 AM and Noon. Address: 371 West Farm Rd., Bethlehem, NH 03574
July 21: Students arrive at Manchester Regional Airport (MHT) or the White Mountain School by 1 pm.
July 22: Day Hike in Crawford Notch State Park.
July 23-26: Backpack for 4-days in the Pemigewasset Wilderness and Franconia Ridge. This rocky, rugged mountainous area provides opportunities to see spectacular views, as well as possible moose sightings. Camp in wilderness sites beside beautiful rivers you will never forget.
July 27-30: Head back to the White Mountain School campus and get ready to spend 2 full days rock climbing and then 2 day mountain biking (the groups will flip flop). Spend one day at Rumney and one at Echo Crag, both located in northern New Hampshire. There are fantastic climbs for all ability levels. Bike for 2 days on the #1 rated mountain bike trail network (by Bike Magazine) in North America! These Vermont trails are perfect for beginners, as well as advanced riders. While mountain biking, ride gentle single-track paths or long up hills with thrilling downhill’s. Either way, your biking day is a lot of fun, and you will enjoy a scenic picnic lunch.
July 31: Logistics day. (Food shop, do laundry and wash vans).
August 1-2: Experience the finest rafting in the Northeast: the West Branch of the Penobscot River. Paddle 2 different sections, one day in inflatable kayaks and the second day in a raft. This class II-IV river has spectacular views of Mt. Katahdin, if you can take your eyes off the huge water long enough to enjoy them. We will spend 2 nights camping in beautiful spots along this remote river.
August 3-4: Summit Mt. Washington! Stop by the Pinkham Notch Visitors Center and learn about the mountain with the world’s highest recorded wind speed. Hike to Tuckerman Ravine for the night. Your summit climb begins before the sun rises! At the highest point in the Northeast you'll be above the clouds. Enjoy a farewell dinner and your final night at the White Mountain School.
August 5: Students depart from Manchester Regional Airport (MHT) or the White Mountain School by 1 pm.
We reserve the right to alter the itinerary prior to and throughout the trip as we constantly improve the Adventure Treks experience. Itineraries may change due to: Severe weather, student ability, motivation and conditioning, high or low rivers, high or low snow pack, unpredictable natural disasters and acts of God, vehicle breakdowns, road closures, volcanic activity, forest fires, illness, ever changing permit regulations, any potential threat to safety; even a brilliant idea from an instructor or student. In the event of a schedule change, comparable activities will be substituted when possible and you will be notified by e-mail of significant changes.
Is this the best trip for me?
The New England Experience is a perfect trip for students who are currently in 7th-8th grade. With 24 students in the group, you will be challenged appropriately because we break up into small groups for each activity based on your interest and ability. Students spend time at our basecamp between activities, so this is a great trip for students who want the next step beyond summer camp.
Where is the basecamp located?
The White Mountain School address is:
371 West Farm Road
Bethlehem, NH 03574
What if I've never flown across country before?
Most of the students on the New England Experience are first-time travelers. Learn more about our airport days on our What to Expect Page. You can also fly as an "Unaccompanied Minor" and the airline will help you navigate the airports.
Will I need cold-weather clothing on this trip?
Temperatures in the mountains are usually moderate, but we also want you to be prepared for cooler evenings and mornings around camp. A fleece, hat and gloves are recommended as part of your equipment list so you’ll be comfortable in any weather. For more information about packing, please check your equipment list at your Log In Page.
For more answers, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page or call us at 888-954-5555. We’re always happy to help you out!
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Lauren Liebling - Lauren is ecstatic about returning for her fourth year as a Trip Leader at Adventure Treks. After participating in Adventure Treks for several summers as a student, Lauren followed her academic and recreational interests to Boulder, Colorado where she earned degrees in Sociology and Ecology from the University of Colorado. While in Boulder she served as an instructor for the university outdoor education program and interned at a local non-profit teaching principles of ecology to elementary students. She has traveled across the country in search of the best skiing and rock climbing, and now works as a member of the Keystone Ski Patrol. Lauren is a certified wilderness EMT.
Andy Bleckinger – Andy joins us for his fourth year as an instructor. Andy earned a degree in Environmental Studies from Southern Oregon University and spent the winter as a ski instructor in Winter Park, CO. This fall he coordinated all of the food and delicious menus for our school programs here in North Carolina. He has led biking trips in New England and traveled throughout Central America. Andy is a certified Wilderness First Responder and frog/amphibian expert.
Katie Seivwright - Katie graduated from Keene State College with a degree in Elementary Education and General Science. She has worked at Keewaydin Environmental Education Center and Hulbert Outdoor Center. This past winter she worked as a ski instructor at Smuggler’s Notch in Vermont and she also participated in the NOLS Outdoor Educator course in Southwest Arizona. Katie is a Wilderness First Responder and a Leave No Trace Trainer.
Peter Sykes - Originally from coastal New Hampshire, Pete earned his bachelors degree in Music from The College of Santa Fe. After college Pete traveled around the US spending his summers on a small island off coastal New England and his winters working for a rock climbing gym in southern California. He was an ambulance driver in Manhattan. Last year he was lucky enough to go on a bike tour from St. Augustine FL. To San Diego CA. He’s now halfway through the Masters program in Outdoor Education at the University of New Hampshire. He enjoys biking, running, rock climbing and mountaineering.
Craig McGowan - Craig hails from Atlanta by way of Rhode Island and Connecticut. He is an Eagle Scout and holds a degree in Environmental Science from Brown University. Craig was an active member in Brown’s outdoor club and led several outdoor leadership courses. During the summer of 2004, Craig worked at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico where he led 20-day backpacking trips through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Following college, Craig joined Teach For America and taught high school Biology and Environmental Science. Craig currently teaches 6th grade Earth Science, coaches the middle school wrestling team, and co-founded the middle school Ultimate Frisbee team. In his spare time Craig likes to experiment in the kitchen, relax with a good book, or play an intense round of Bananagrams. Craig is excited to join Adventure Treks to make good use of his summer off as a teacher and get back into outdoor education!
Eli Chamberlain - Eli lives in New Hampshire, where he graduated with honors from Plymouth State University with a degree in Adventure Education. He has worked for AmeriCorp’s DREAM program, camped in the redwoods, paddled the St. Croix River and hiked parts of the Long Trail and the Appalachian Trail. He has raised thousands of dollars for cancer awareness, most recently walking in New York City’s Cure for Breast Cancer. Eli is an avid mountain biker, snowboarder, bad joke teller and outdoor enthusiast. Eli is also a Wilderness First Responder.
*Instructors may change prior to your trip – we’ll let you know if this happens.
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The camp was a defining experience and helped out our child's growth at so many levels.
Rated by:Kelly Tyler, Templeton, CA
What a GREAT place to send your kid! My son had an absolute ball and could not quit talking about the great people and how much he learned. He was ready to set out again almost as soon as he got home!
Rated by: Caroline Brokaw Tucker, New Canaan, CT
It was absolutely wonderful! With Adventure Treks, he met new friends, tried tons of new things and for the first time, did it all on his own.
Rated by: Julia Freidland, 13, Venice, CA
“I expected this trip to be like any other camp. I expected to eat bad food, hike and go to bed. It was NOTHING like that. This was sooo much more than just a camp. It was a life changing experience.”
Rated by: Kathleen Mahoney, Nyack, NY
Patrick’s experience was wonderful and better than we expected. He quickly made friends with children from around the world and they still keep in touch. The counselors were very professional and had an obvious love and respect for the outdoors. We loved how adventure treks emphasize love of community as well as nature. He returned from this camp a more confident and mature young man. He can't wait for his next adventure in 2010 we thank u very much
Rated by: Katherine Finnegan, Omaha, Nebraska
It was a great experience and a departure from a traditional camp experience. It was more interactive and more emphasis was placed on developing character skills through the various activities.
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Our administrative staff welcomes the opportunity to answer any questions and help you choose the best summer experience for your child.
1. Fill out our online application or apply by phone by calling 888-954-5555 Monday-Friday 9 am to 5 pm EST. Submit an $800 deposit to hold your place on the adventure of your choice.
2. We intentionally limit the size of our program, so enrollment is limited. Please send in your application early to ensure a place on the trip of your choice.
3. Our acceptance process ensures a great peer group for your child. We require an essay and 2 references from each new student, and we may also arrange a brief phone interview to get to know your child better.
All deposits are refundable prior to March 1st, less a $200 processing fee, for cancellation for any reason. For cancellations after March 1st, tuition is non-refundable. We recommend that you purchase trip cancellation insurance for your protection. If a participant withdraws voluntarily or is sent home as a consequence of unacceptable behavior, no refund of any kind will be granted. It is the parents’ responsibility to cover any additional travel expenses.
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| Duration: | 16 days |
| Dates: | July 21 - August 5 |
| Grades: | 6,7 |
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| States: |
New Hampshire |
| Price: | $2995 |
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