Do I have to go on off site trips?
No. The trips program at Adirondack camp is completely voluntary. Some campers never go on off site trips while some spend half the summer exploring the six million acre Park. Campers can choose to sign up on a first come first served basis. Some trips fill the opening day of camp; others go with only three campers. If you chose to go on every trip you were eligible for you would still only average being off –site three days a week. That means four days a week you are in still in camp!
Do I need to bring my own gear/equipment?
All campers will receive a trips packing list for what personal items to bring. Camp will supply all tents, cooking equipment, food and backpacks. We have some sleeping bags to borrow but encourage campers to bring their own. Proper clothing especially footwear is essential especially those choosing to go on the extensive hikes.
What staff goes on off site trips?
Every trip has at least two staff one male and one female depending on group gender, size and ages. No wilderness overnight will have more than seven campers, maximum of six for 12 and under. Trip staff driving any van must be at least 21 years old and have their record cleared by the state of New York. There is six wilderness trip staff that will have life guarding and wilderness first aid certifications.
