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North Carolina Wilderness Trips
Teaching Kids Self-Reliance and Enviornmental Awareness
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North Carolina wilderness trips provide eye opening experiences for children of all ages and ability levels. With North Carolina wilderness trips your child will participate in many outdoor activities including backpacking, camping, canoeing, climbing and many others.
North Carolina parents can be assured their child will be supervised by knowledgeable and highly trained staff to encourage your child in their independent pursuit to learn about the world and their environment. North Carolina kids will learn self-reliance and build confidence in themselves through educational experiences while discovering new and exciting places.
With the growing need for environmental awareness camps throughout the country and especially in North Carolina have continued to enhance and expand their wilderness trip programs.
The following are some highly recommended travel and tour programs servicing North Carolina. These programs have passed 300 stringent standards and thus are accredited by the World Camp Association and the American Camping Association:
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Wilderness Trips Camps in the North Carolina Region are:
Eagle's Nest Camp Pisgah Forest,NC http://www.enf.org 336-761-1040
Small, community-based program for campers of all backgrounds. Skill-building and fun in a warm, nurturing environment.
Blue Star Camps Hendersonville,NC http://www.bluestarcamps.com 828-692-3591
Blue Star is a sanctuary from stresses of real world and a thread woven into tapestry of Jewish American experiences.
Camp Arrowhead Tuxedo,NC http://www.camparrowhead.org 828-692-1123
In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains Camp Arrowhead is fun, adventure - the ultimate summer experience.
Camp Carolina Brevard,NC http://www.campcarolina.com 828-884-2414
Our philosophy centers around simplicity of life, self-reliance, human relations, wonders of nature, & high adventure.
Camp Kanuga For Boys And Girls Hendersonville,NC http://www.campkanuga.org 828-692-9136
Young people 7-16 have enjoyable, stimulating experiences in a Christian outdoor setting. Recreational/Personal Growth.
Camp Merri Mac Black Mountain,NC http://www.merri-mac.com 828-669-8766
A fun-filled growing experience. Outstanding staff. Christian camp setting, sister camp to Timberlake for Boys.
Camp Merrie Woode Sapphire,NC http://www.merriewoode.com 828-743-3300
A traditional camp program providing high adventure activities in an unsurpassed wilderness setting for girls 7 - 17.
Camp Sea Gull Arapahoe,NC http://www.seagull-seafarer.org 252-249-1111
Coastal camp featuring seamanship, sailing, motor boating, 18 hole golf course, adventure programs and many traditional camping activities.
Camp Tekoa UMC Hendersonville,NC http://www.camptekoa.org 828-692-6516
Camp Tekoa engaged in ministry to touch hearts,change lives,share Christ's light.Fun/learning in beautiful NC mountains.
Camp Timberlake Black Mountain,NC http://www.camptimberlake.com 828-669-8766
Outstanding staff & traditional Christian camp setting, brother camp to Merri Mac for girls.
Camp Ton-A-Wandah Hendersonville,NC http://www.camptonawandah.com 828-692-4251
Traditional camp emphasizing teamwork, independence, self confidence and traditional values in a natural setting in mtns
Camp Wayfarer Flat Rock,NC http://www.campwayfarer.com
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Chestnut Ridge Efland,NC http://www.campchestnutridge.org 919-338-2820
Christian community in the great outdoors. Committed to hospitality, responsible care for the earth & meaningful fellowship. Excellent staff. Trips & horseback.
Don Lee Center Arapahoe,NC http://www.donleecenter.org 800-535-5475
Small group camping, open to all.Building strong communities in the UMC tradition in a coastal camping setting.Specialties in sailing, trip adventures & ecology
Eastern 4-H Center Columbia,NC http://eastern4hcenter.org 252-797-4800
Located on Bull Bay/Albermarle Sound. 45 miles to the outer banks. Year round facilities for all groups-youth & adult. Great ropes courses & boating of all type
Falling Creek Camp Inc Tuxedo,NC http://www.fallingcreek.com 828-692-0262
Falling Creek seeks to provide a max. opportunity for growth & development in a mountain setting. Low camper/staff ratio
Green River Preserve Cedar Mountain,NC http://www.greenriverpreserve.org 828-698-8828
Non-profit natural science camp for gifted and motivated learners ages 9 to 15, nurturing, hands on learning, fun.
Gwynn Valley Brevard,NC http://www.gwynnvalley.com 828-885-2900
A farm wilderness and traditional camp program which nurtures the child while fostering a connection with the land and the simple joys of childhood.
Holston Presbytery Camp & Retr Banner Elk,NC http://www.holstoncamp.org 828-898-6611
Resident camp in mountains. Small group camping. Great staff. Cabins & rustic sites. Bonfires & lake, canoe.
Keyauwee Program Center TT GSC Sophia,NC http://www.keyauwee.com 336-861-1198
To provide girls opportunities for learning skills, enhancing personal development, gaining leadership and having FUN.
Lutherock Newland,NC http://www.lutherock.com 828-684-2361
Beautiful, pristine, mile-high mountain setting. Specializing in high adventure & Christian emphasis. Outstanding staff.
Mount Shepherd Retreat Center Asheboro,NC http://www.asheboro.com/mtshepherd 336-629-4085
Mount Shepherd Retreat Center seeks to build Christian commitment through camping and retreat ministries year-round. We look forward to serving you.
Occoneechee Mill Spring,NC http://www.hngirlscouts.org 828-625-9062
In the NC foothills near Lake Lure, 200 acres with woods, rolling hills and meadows. Available to all girls as well as leadership programs. Cabins & adirondacks
Ridgecrest Summer Camps Ridgecrest,NC http://www.ridgecrestcamps.com 828-669-8051
Christian camping at its finest. Outstanding Christian staff. 5:1 camper/counselor ratio. 3:1 camper/staff ratio.
S.O.A.R. Inc Balsam,NC http://www.soarnc.org 828-456-3435
SOAR provides adventure experiences for youth with LD and AD/HD. Programs in NC, FL, WY, CA, Belize, Costa Rica, and Peru.
Talisman Programs Black Mountain,NC http://www.talismancamps.com 888-458-8226
Outdoor adventure program for kids w/ADHD, Asperger's, High Functioning Autism, %social skills needs. 2:1 camper/staff ratio. Focus on decision making & image.
YMCA Camp Greenville Cedar Mountain,NC http://www.campgreenville.org 864-836-3291
1600 acre mtn top setting, Blue Ridge Mtns, Western Carolinas. Int'l staff & campers.
YMCA Camp Harrison Boomer,NC http://www.campharrison.org 336-921-7067
YMCA Camp Harrison is a spectacular tract of 1438 acres of woods, streams, and trails centered around a private, 140 acre Lake Broyhill.
YMCA Eagle Rock Day Camp Charlotte,NC http://www.campeaglerock.org 704-716-4300
Dedicated Christian staff, 1:12 staff/camper ratio. Archery, riflery, climbing towers, outdoor pool, low ropes, fishing & more.
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