TERP Quest Beyond • Teen Adventure Camp

Embark on different adventures in this brand new addition to the Terp Quest Summer Day Camp. This program is designed to foster growth and personal development in young teen campers while introducing them to new activities and experiences with a “hands on” approach to learning about the activities and themselves. Our experienced challenge course and summer camp staff will take you on an adventure every day.

For Boys and Girls Ages 12 to 15 August 10 - August 14, 2009
Camp Hours:
Monday - Wednesday Thursday Friday	8:30am - 4:00pm* 8:30am - Overnight Camp ends at 12:00 Noon
*Morning and Evening Extended Care available.		Mike Phaneuf Activities Coordinator

Location: University of Maryland Challenge Course and Climbing Center

Fee: $250 per child, includes Friday morning breakfast.

Activities
Registration is now full.
We provide all the necessary gear; you provide the enthusiasm! This camp is limited to 20 campers.

Adventure Games

We’ll go on a scavenger hunt and play various adventure games on and off the low ropes course.

Camping and Backpacking, including an overnight camping experience at the UMD Challenge Course

Learn the ins and outs of packing a backpack, setting up a tent, and cooking in the outdoors. Then test your skills as you spend an overnight with counselors and fellow campers at the UMD Challenge Course. Climb the Alpine Tower at night and share stories with each other as you make s’mores before spending your last night of Terp Quest Teen Adventure camp in a tent.

High and Low Ropes Challenges

Experience low ropes challenges while focusing on confidence, teamwork, personal growth, and developing leadership skills. Then build on those skills as you climb the Alpine Tower with your teammates. Make your way around the high ropes course by walking on cables, logs, and rope loops while working with a partner on the ground who’s there to follow your progress and enjoy the experience with you as you discover what you’re capable of. Finally, test your mettle as you take the Leap of Faith while being cheered on by your fellow campers below.

Kayaking

Get wet n’ wild in the indoor pool while learning the basics of kayaking. You’ll learn about kayak gear and safety, paddling strokes, and get comfortable manuevering a kayak around.

Orienteering and Geocaching

Learn to use a map and compass while orienteering on the UMD campus. Then take the next step into the modern era using a hand held GPS device to do some geocaching. Working in small teams, you’ll navigate a pre-designed campus orienteering course with the help of satellites that track where you are and lead you toward your goal.

Rock Climbing & Belaying

There’s so much more to climbing than just one hand and one foot after the other. We’ll focus on teaching you climbing techniques on our 55' rock wall, in addition to learning to belay for other climbers. Imagine the thrill of helping another climber reah his/her goal on the wall while keeping them safe.

Swimming

What would camp be without the chance to cool off on those hot summer days? This program includes a few opportunities for swimming in the Campus Recreation Services outdoor pool.


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