Best Idaho Wilderness Camps Summer 2024-25 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: We meet at the park each day under a canopy at long tables, and on the ground. We play a "cool down" game each day.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our philosophy is that kids should play hard, learn fun, run, laugh and go home grubby. A family-owned operation, we have six kids of our own and have created THE summer program we've searched for for them.degrees in humanities, CPR certification and background checks ensure that those we entrust your and our kids to are passionate about, devoted to and skilled in sharing our programs, nature's wonder and learning with our little "grubbers."

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Current Special: register a child for ANY session at the regular price of $195, and register that child a sibling in ANY session for $75. Good for as many sessions as you register for, as long as there are openings.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): "Saturday Special" is a campfire get together for families of campers, where we eat s'mores, sing songs, and campers share what they've discovered/created that week.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Plants 'n Bugs Session I - July 14-18 9 AM-Noon
Plants 'n Bugs Session II - July 21-25 9 AM-Noon
Acting Outdoors Session I - July 14-18 1-4 PM
Acting Outdoors Session II - July 21-25 1-4 PM
Breath 'n Books Session I - August 4-8 9 AM-Noon
Breath 'n Books Session II - August 11-15 9 AM-Noon
Art in Nature Session I - August 4-8 1-4 PM
Art in Nature Session II - August 11-15 1-4 PM

See Website for more at: Our Camp Website Link: jamiepfrose.wix.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Looking for caring, dedicated volunteers to help out with our art and drama programs. Please contact: grubbykneesdaycamp[AT]gmail.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We currently maintain ten Cabins five heated Yurts and four Platform tents. All cabins are weatherized and have indoor bathrooms and showers. Our Yurts are conveniently located close to a modern shower house and bathroom. The platform tents are short walk to restroom facilities. We serve our meals in the majestic Triple J lodge. With alternate meeting sites available as well.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp has a strong belief in developing our staff as well as our campers. We live by our core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

We are ACA accredited and make the safety of our campers and staff our highest priority.

We want our campers to gain self-esteem and confidence through the activities we provide. They will make new friends and enjoy themselves while appreciating all that nature has to offer.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer an extensive leadership training program that will help you progress in your leaderships skills in any area. Whether it be here at camp or out in the world beyond the skills and decision making ability you learn here will put you out front.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: All of our programs offer financial assistance and no one is turned away due to the inability to pay.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We Offer family camp for all those families that wish to experience camp together as a family. Activities are scheduled with family time as a priority.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Currently Y Camp is a three season camp offering summer camp programs along with Retreats and Conferences in the spring and fall. Outdoor Education is also offered for schools or groups looking to enhanse their knowledge of nature.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Y Camp offers one week sessions running from June 27 to August 8th. Regular camp session are supplemented by Adventure Camp and trip programs

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking for summer counselors, trip leaders, lead staff and kitchen staff. 
working in a caring supportive environment that changes the lives of children  can be an uplifting a life changing experience for our staff as well. Come joins us!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Many options for campers and families of all ages

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 23 - August 16th, 2013

CAMP FACILITIES: Alpengirl campers sleep in 3-4 person backpacking style tents, we practice outdoor living, cooking, and leave no trace skills. A majority of our campsites have bathroom and running water and are located in gorgeous wilderness settings in mountains, next to fresh water streams, at by pristine lakes.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Alpengirl Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has a staff to camper ratio of 1:4 or 1:6. Our camp is highly supervised with small groups of 12 girls led by 2-3 adult female role model Alpenguides. Alpenguides average age is 26 and all have certifications in Wilderness First Aid and CPR.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: American Camp Association Camperships and Burnt Lake Foundation Scholarships

OTHER CAMP INFO: Alpengirl is a multi-adventure camp, we offer a variety of adventure activities in each session. We also practice daily yoga and enjoy cooking and eating delicious, healthy camp food. Campers are involved in all aspects of camp life including acting as leader of the day, setting up tents, cooking on camp stoves, following hiking maps, leading fun activities with the group and being part of a close-knit team.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Girls age 11-12 this summer can choose a 1 week camp in Montana (near Bozeman, MT) or Washington state (near Seattle, WA).

Girls age 12, 13 or 14 in middle school can choose (or combine) 12/13-day camp sessions in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming or in Washington state.

Girls age 14-16 in high school can choose a 2 week camp in Washington or Montana.

Specialty camps include:

- Montana Overnight Yellowstone Horse Camp Adventure
- Idaho Main Salmon Whitewater Rafting Adventure Camp

Please Visit Alpengirl Website for Complete List of Trips: Our Camp Website Link: www.alpengirlcamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a retreat center that has 34 beds total best for smaller retreats and family camps. Our main lodge is our dinning room and kitchen down stairs as well as four 10 bed rooms, one 6 bed room, one 8 bed room, and two bathroom upstairs. we have a total of five 6 bed cabins, one 20 bed cabin, one 8 bed cabin, and one 3 bed cabin. Our office also has 3 rooms for our speakers, cook, and camp pastors/their family. Our chapel hold 100 people. we also have a large playing field as well as playground.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp program is counselor based in that everything we offer can be initiated by our counselors so that relationships can be built towards campers. we provide activity classed for our youth camps and elective free time actives as well. from volleyball, basketball, disc golf, slip-n-slide, and our nature center with live animals we have something for everyone to enjoy.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp sessions are held at Wolf Springs Ranch in the heart of the Benewah Valley...horsemanship sessions are held in the arena, outdoor activities are throughout the ranch and arts & crafts activities are held in the studio area in a 100 year-old log cabin.

Additionally, campers have time to play in Alder Creek, learn about a working cattle ranch and spend time with a variety of farm animals.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our Vision... to inspire each individual to look beyond their current capabilities and explore their world with newfound confidence and with the knowledge that they each have a special gift to give this world.

Our Story... it all began in the spring of 2011 when I decided to share my love of horses and the magic they bring into my everyday life. Girls and Horses started as a once-a-week, two-hour program and has evolved into a week-long day camp that includes not only horses, but crafts, games, nature, etiquette and much more. In 2013 we introduced a "Ranch Wranglers" program for boys and in October 2015 we will offer a "Women Warriors" program to allow women veterans the opportunity to experience the magic of horses and a taste of ranch life that will aid in their healing process.
Sabrina Ferris, Founder and Program Director.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A limited number of scholarships are available for each session.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see the website for 2016 dates.

CAMP FACILITIES: All trips begin at a designated airport. Students explore the most scenic and beautiful places in a particular region, and travel between activity sites in brand-new, 15-passenger vans. We spend each night in a tent, and students learn how to cook in the backcountry—with plenty of guidance from our instructors! They go backpacking, camping, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, whitewater kayaking, ziplining, ice climbing, canoeing, sea kayaking, inflatable kayaking, mountaineering, and mountain biking.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Physical and emotional safety is our top priority.
Fun and exciting outdoor activities help teens grow and gain life skills and a greater sense of self. Our exceptional instructor role models take a sincere interest in the growth and development of young people. We inspire young people to develop a lifetime love of the outdoors and with a corresponding conservation ethic. We empower students to create an inclusive and reflective community that maintains a culture of kindness, sense of humor, and spirit of cooperation and volunteerism. We strive to be a sustainable and responsive business, with a focus on our families and the quality of our programs. We form long-term relationships with our students, their families, instructors, staff, and outfitters.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership Summit (for 11th and 12th graders) is the perfect opportunity to strengthen leadership skills for roles in the outdoor industry starting in college.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available to several students a year, based on need and merit. Email info[AT]adventuretreks.com for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See all dates and rates at: Our Camp Website Link: www.adventuretreks.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our instructor role models:
- Average age is 27 (minimum age is 21)
- All college graduates
- At minimum, all are medically trained as wilderness first responders. However, many more have additional certifications.
- Significant experience working with teenagers in the outdoors
- Clean driving record