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| ©2007 Vermont Adventure Tours |
| 223 Woodstock Ave, Rutland Vermont, 05701 l Voice 802.773.3343 l Fax 802.773.4509 |
Summer Camps & Teen Expeditions:
| 2007 Summer Programs: |
| We offer three different programs: High Adventure Trips, Primitive Survival Expeditions, and Summer Adventure Camps. Each program offers participants many different physical and emotional challenges, technical skills that will last a lifetime, unique learning opportunities, as well as life-long friendships. |
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Click on the trip in the chart below to find dates and prices for each course:
The High Adventure Trips offer high quality adventure instruction in a summer camp-like
atmosphere. Participants will learn a wide variety of outdoor living skills, not just
participate in the activity. Our instructors are highly trained, and are professional guides
within the industry. They will ensure participants have high-quality experiences while
maintaining a high-level of safety. We provide participants with top of the line equipment
and our trips use areas that are both challenging and rewarding to participants.
atmosphere. Participants will learn a wide variety of outdoor living skills, not just
participate in the activity. Our instructors are highly trained, and are professional guides
within the industry. They will ensure participants have high-quality experiences while
maintaining a high-level of safety. We provide participants with top of the line equipment
and our trips use areas that are both challenging and rewarding to participants.
Come and explore the Adirondacks High Peaks region during this 5 day, 4 night adventure. We
will venture into the majestic region of upstate New York known as the High Peaks. The High
Peaks are a part of the Adirondack State Park, the largest publicly protected area in the
continental United States, and is home to 46 of the Highest Mountains in the Park. Those who
climb all 46 become part of the prestigious "46ers Club". So come knock off a few with us!
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum enrollment is 6 participants.
Dates:
June 24 - 30, 2007
Cost of Course: $950 per person
(includes technical equipment rentals)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit
due at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours
to register.
will venture into the majestic region of upstate New York known as the High Peaks. The High
Peaks are a part of the Adirondack State Park, the largest publicly protected area in the
continental United States, and is home to 46 of the Highest Mountains in the Park. Those who
climb all 46 become part of the prestigious "46ers Club". So come knock off a few with us!
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum enrollment is 6 participants.
Dates:
June 24 - 30, 2007
Cost of Course: $950 per person
(includes technical equipment rentals)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit
due at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours
to register.
| High Adventure Trips: |
Adirondack High Peaks:
Co-ed, Ages 13-16
Long Trail Expedition:
Co-ed, Ages 13-16
The Long Trail, America's oldest long distance hiking path, is a 272 mile backcountry trail that
runs right through the middle of Vermont, from Massachusetts to Canada. We will be hiking our
way across varying terrain, exploring remote ponds and streams, and experiencing beautiful
mountain views. Hiker's will spend 5 days and
4 nights on the trail.
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum enrollment is 6 participants.
Dates:
July 9 - 20th, 2007
Cost of Course: $2500 per person
(includes technical equipment rentals)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit
due at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours
to register.
runs right through the middle of Vermont, from Massachusetts to Canada. We will be hiking our
way across varying terrain, exploring remote ponds and streams, and experiencing beautiful
mountain views. Hiker's will spend 5 days and
4 nights on the trail.
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum enrollment is 6 participants.
Dates:
July 9 - 20th, 2007
Cost of Course: $2500 per person
(includes technical equipment rentals)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit
due at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours
to register.
New England Adventure:
Co-ed, Ages 14-17
A 5 day, 4 night co-ed adventure camp that offers some of the most exciting and adventurous
activities possible. This camp will combine mountain biking, rock-climbing, white-water paddling,
caving, and other awesome adventure activities! Participants will learn how to safely participate in
each of these activities, they will learn how to respect the environment, and also learn
backcountry cooking and camping skills.
Food is provided; participants should have
some prior off-road biking experience, as well
as be in good physical condition.
Ages 14-17 only.
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum enrollment is 6 participants.
Dates:
July 22- 28th, 2007
Cost of Course: $950 per person
(includes technical equipment rentals)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit
due at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours
to register.
activities possible. This camp will combine mountain biking, rock-climbing, white-water paddling,
caving, and other awesome adventure activities! Participants will learn how to safely participate in
each of these activities, they will learn how to respect the environment, and also learn
backcountry cooking and camping skills.
Food is provided; participants should have
some prior off-road biking experience, as well
as be in good physical condition.
Ages 14-17 only.
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum enrollment is 6 participants.
Dates:
July 22- 28th, 2007
Cost of Course: $950 per person
(includes technical equipment rentals)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit
due at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours
to register.
Photo By: Beth Huddock
A 6 day, 5 night co-ed adventure camp that will allow participants to explore some of the greatest
rock climbing areas that New England has to offer. This camp will visit the wilds of northern New
Hampshire, and of course, the classic climbing here in our own backyard of Vermont!
Participants will learn the intricate details of rock climbing by exploring technique, movement,
and safety precautions.
Ages 14-17 only.
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum enrollment is 6 participants.
Dates:
August 19- 25th, 2007
Cost of Course: $950 per person
(includes technical equipment rentals)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit
due at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours
to register.
rock climbing areas that New England has to offer. This camp will visit the wilds of northern New
Hampshire, and of course, the classic climbing here in our own backyard of Vermont!
Participants will learn the intricate details of rock climbing by exploring technique, movement,
and safety precautions.
Ages 14-17 only.
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum enrollment is 6 participants.
Dates:
August 19- 25th, 2007
Cost of Course: $950 per person
(includes technical equipment rentals)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit
due at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours
to register.
| Participants will be instructed by professional guides. They will learn and experience high-end adventure skills while on these trips. |
Rock Climbing New England:
Co-ed, Ages 14-17
| Don't try this at home! Our trips allow participants to enjoy each activity, while maintaining a high level of safety. |
| Summer Adventure Camps: |
Sunrise from Tillotson Shelter on the Long Trail
| A scenic view from the ridge tops in the High Peaks region. |
Thrill Seekers Camps:
Co-ed, Ages 10-12
The Thrill Seekers Campers will participate in and
experience indoor and outdoor rock-climbing, rappelling,
camping, hiking, mountain biking, paddling, swimming,
survival skills, caving, and many other activities.
Each day will be full of adventure, outdoor over-nights
will be spent in the backcountry under the
stars (or in a tent or hand-made shelter).
Contact Us for more information.
Thrill Seekers campers have three options for over-nights:
1. Day Camp with one overnight (Thursday night).
2. A full week of over-nights spent under the stars (5 days, 4 nights).
3. A full week of over-nights spent at Trailside Lodge (5 days, 4 nights).
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
experience indoor and outdoor rock-climbing, rappelling,
camping, hiking, mountain biking, paddling, swimming,
survival skills, caving, and many other activities.
Each day will be full of adventure, outdoor over-nights
will be spent in the backcountry under the
stars (or in a tent or hand-made shelter).
Contact Us for more information.
Thrill Seekers campers have three options for over-nights:
1. Day Camp with one overnight (Thursday night).
2. A full week of over-nights spent under the stars (5 days, 4 nights).
3. A full week of over-nights spent at Trailside Lodge (5 days, 4 nights).
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
Join us for this rare adventure!
This 3 day, 2 night trek will mirror the Art of the Paddle and Fly Expedition, but you must be 18
or over to participate.
A Unique long distance canoe trip dedicated to learning not only canoe craft but trout by the fly as well.
This is a non-intimidating three-day course directed towards beginners. Our quest will bring us to the
northern waters of Vermont, which meanders through the farmlands and forests of the famed
Northeast Kingdom. Our goals will be to learn the fine skills of canoe camping and fly fishing, and
there is no better place to acquire such talents than the gentle runs, frisky rapids, and remote
campsites of Vermont. Participants will be educated in the ways of the River Runner, such as how to
pack, paddle, portage, set up practical camps, and cook mouth watering meals. While Beavers,
Kingfishers, and Otters look on we will begin discovering the delicate craft of fly-fishing. Our quarry
will be the elusive and stunning trout. Our adventures will lead us up tributaries, through deep clear
pools, and stunning riffles where we will learn to cast, tie knots, choose flies, study Entomology, read
trout water, and to land the exquisite wild brook, rainbow, or brown trout. As well as learning the
skills of fly fishing, time will be spent educating participants about the environmental responsibilities
and safety requirements of the fly fisher. This age-old thrill is one that will never be forgotten and will
send each participants well on their way to becoming a master adventure angler. Nights will be spent
beneath the north countries brilliant star lit skies around a blazing
campfire ‘tellin’ fishin’ stories”, there is no better way to spend a
summer vacation in Vermont.
Contact Us for more information.
*A minimum of 6/maximum of 8 participants.
Dates: July 1-7 or July 29-August 4, 2007
Cost: $950.00
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due at the time
of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
This 3 day, 2 night trek will mirror the Art of the Paddle and Fly Expedition, but you must be 18
or over to participate.
A Unique long distance canoe trip dedicated to learning not only canoe craft but trout by the fly as well.
This is a non-intimidating three-day course directed towards beginners. Our quest will bring us to the
northern waters of Vermont, which meanders through the farmlands and forests of the famed
Northeast Kingdom. Our goals will be to learn the fine skills of canoe camping and fly fishing, and
there is no better place to acquire such talents than the gentle runs, frisky rapids, and remote
campsites of Vermont. Participants will be educated in the ways of the River Runner, such as how to
pack, paddle, portage, set up practical camps, and cook mouth watering meals. While Beavers,
Kingfishers, and Otters look on we will begin discovering the delicate craft of fly-fishing. Our quarry
will be the elusive and stunning trout. Our adventures will lead us up tributaries, through deep clear
pools, and stunning riffles where we will learn to cast, tie knots, choose flies, study Entomology, read
trout water, and to land the exquisite wild brook, rainbow, or brown trout. As well as learning the
skills of fly fishing, time will be spent educating participants about the environmental responsibilities
and safety requirements of the fly fisher. This age-old thrill is one that will never be forgotten and will
send each participants well on their way to becoming a master adventure angler. Nights will be spent
beneath the north countries brilliant star lit skies around a blazing
campfire ‘tellin’ fishin’ stories”, there is no better way to spend a
summer vacation in Vermont.
Contact Us for more information.
*A minimum of 6/maximum of 8 participants.
Dates: July 1-7 or July 29-August 4, 2007
Cost: $950.00
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due at the time
of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
Caving at the Pittsford Ice Caves
Young Adventure Camps:
Co-ed, Ages 7-9
Young Adventure Campers will experience indoor and outdoor rock-climbing, rappelling, horseback
riding, mountain biking, hiking,kayaking, swimming, team building activities and many other
adventures and games!
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum of 8 participants, maximum of 10.
Dates: June 25-29 or July 2-6 or July 9-13 or July 16-20
or July 23-27 or August 6-10 or August 13-17
or August 20-24
Cost: $400.00
(includes snacks and water,
campers should provide their own full lunches)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due
at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
riding, mountain biking, hiking,kayaking, swimming, team building activities and many other
adventures and games!
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum of 8 participants, maximum of 10.
Dates: June 25-29 or July 2-6 or July 9-13 or July 16-20
or July 23-27 or August 6-10 or August 13-17
or August 20-24
Cost: $400.00
(includes snacks and water,
campers should provide their own full lunches)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due
at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
| Experience some awesome adventures on the water! |
Put your Video Games away!!! Naturescape is a 5 day Hiking Adventure designed to educate
participants in environmental awareness, and stewardship. At the same time, the goal of Naturescape
is to offer a return to the wilderness for the participants, introducing youth to outdoor opportunities
that are readily available for them to experience daily.
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum of 8 participants, maximum of 10.
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due
at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
participants in environmental awareness, and stewardship. At the same time, the goal of Naturescape
is to offer a return to the wilderness for the participants, introducing youth to outdoor opportunities
that are readily available for them to experience daily.
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum of 8 participants, maximum of 10.
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due
at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
Tadpoles Adventure Day-Camps:
Co-ed, Ages 5-6
Indoor rock climbing, canoeing, hiking, games, and exciting projects. The Tadpoles Adventure Camp
runs in two sessions: in the morning and in the afternoon. Campers should bring lunch to camp with
them. There will be a cook-out on the last day of camp (Friday).
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum of 8 participants, maximum of 10.
Dates: July 30 - August 3
AM Session (8:30 AM-12:00PM) or
PM Session (1:00PM-4:30PM)
Cost: $200.00
(includes snacks and water,
campers should provide their own full lunches)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due
at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
runs in two sessions: in the morning and in the afternoon. Campers should bring lunch to camp with
them. There will be a cook-out on the last day of camp (Friday).
Contact Us for more information.
*Minimum of 8 participants, maximum of 10.
Dates: July 30 - August 3
AM Session (8:30 AM-12:00PM) or
PM Session (1:00PM-4:30PM)
Cost: $200.00
(includes snacks and water,
campers should provide their own full lunches)
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due
at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
| Learn to rock climb at our beginner-friendly indoor climbing arena! |
| Survival/Traditional Skills Expeditions: |
Timber Cruiser:
Co-ed, Ages 13-16
The Timber Cruiser course is an adventure based experiential course, devoted to learning primitive
woodcraft skills, survival knowledge and back country wisdom through actual hands on experience.
The Timber Cruiser is a non- intimidating course oriented toward the beginner. Our goals for this five-
day wilderness skills course is to take an intensive look at our role as responsible humans in the
setting of remote wild lands. While trekking through the most untouched and pristine portions of the
Green mountain national Forest (no trails, roads, or signs of human activity), we will begin learning
the “wilderness way”. Our method of instruction is through hands on adventure. Today’s outdoor
arena is filled with high tech gadgets that in some ways take away the real vitality of what the forest
means. In this course we ignore the existence of these gadgets and thrive on the accomplishments
of our own wisdom and hands. While surrounded by the ultimate classroom, nature, we will practice
and use newly acquired skills such as using fire as a tool, building a fire with no matches, advanced
wilderness cooking techniques, identifying flora and fauna and their significance, back country
navigation, primitive shelter construction, environmental issues and concerns, and much more.
Contact Us for more information.
*A minimum of 6/maximum of 8 participants.
Dates: July 15-21, 2007
Cost: $950.00
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due
at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
woodcraft skills, survival knowledge and back country wisdom through actual hands on experience.
The Timber Cruiser is a non- intimidating course oriented toward the beginner. Our goals for this five-
day wilderness skills course is to take an intensive look at our role as responsible humans in the
setting of remote wild lands. While trekking through the most untouched and pristine portions of the
Green mountain national Forest (no trails, roads, or signs of human activity), we will begin learning
the “wilderness way”. Our method of instruction is through hands on adventure. Today’s outdoor
arena is filled with high tech gadgets that in some ways take away the real vitality of what the forest
means. In this course we ignore the existence of these gadgets and thrive on the accomplishments
of our own wisdom and hands. While surrounded by the ultimate classroom, nature, we will practice
and use newly acquired skills such as using fire as a tool, building a fire with no matches, advanced
wilderness cooking techniques, identifying flora and fauna and their significance, back country
navigation, primitive shelter construction, environmental issues and concerns, and much more.
Contact Us for more information.
*A minimum of 6/maximum of 8 participants.
Dates: July 15-21, 2007
Cost: $950.00
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due
at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
| A primitive shelter and hanging kitchen built by students on a two-day Primitive Living Course. |
The Art of the Paddle & the Fly:
Co-ed, Ages 13-16
A Unique long distance canoe trip dedicated to learning not only canoe craft but trout by the fly as well.
This is a non-intimidating five-day course directed towards beginners. Our quest will bring us to the
northern waters of Vermont, which meanders through the farmlands and forests of the famed
Northeast Kingdom. Our goals will be to learn the fine skills of canoe camping and fly fishing, and
there is no better place to acquire such talents than the gentle runs, frisky rapids, and remote
campsites of Vermont. Participants will be educated in the ways of the River Runner, such as how to
pack, paddle, portage, set up practical camps, and cook mouth watering meals. While Beavers,
Kingfishers, and Otters look on we will begin discovering the delicate craft of fly-fishing. Our quarry
will be the elusive and stunning trout. Our adventures will lead us up tributaries, through deep clear
pools, and stunning riffles where we will learn to cast, tie knots, choose flies, study Entomology, read
trout water, and to land the exquisite wild brook, rainbow, or brown trout. As well as learning the
skills of fly fishing, time will be spent educating participants about the environmental responsibilities
and safety requirements of the fly fisher. This age-old thrill is one that will never be forgotten and will
send each participants well on their way to becoming a master adventure angler.
Contact Us for more information.
*A minimum of 6/maximum of 8 participants.
Dates: July 1-7 or July 29-August 4, 2007
Cost: $950.00
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due
at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
This is a non-intimidating five-day course directed towards beginners. Our quest will bring us to the
northern waters of Vermont, which meanders through the farmlands and forests of the famed
Northeast Kingdom. Our goals will be to learn the fine skills of canoe camping and fly fishing, and
there is no better place to acquire such talents than the gentle runs, frisky rapids, and remote
campsites of Vermont. Participants will be educated in the ways of the River Runner, such as how to
pack, paddle, portage, set up practical camps, and cook mouth watering meals. While Beavers,
Kingfishers, and Otters look on we will begin discovering the delicate craft of fly-fishing. Our quarry
will be the elusive and stunning trout. Our adventures will lead us up tributaries, through deep clear
pools, and stunning riffles where we will learn to cast, tie knots, choose flies, study Entomology, read
trout water, and to land the exquisite wild brook, rainbow, or brown trout. As well as learning the
skills of fly fishing, time will be spent educating participants about the environmental responsibilities
and safety requirements of the fly fisher. This age-old thrill is one that will never be forgotten and will
send each participants well on their way to becoming a master adventure angler.
Contact Us for more information.
*A minimum of 6/maximum of 8 participants.
Dates: July 1-7 or July 29-August 4, 2007
Cost: $950.00
Registration: $100 non-refundable deposit is due
at the time of registration.
Space is limited!
Please call or email Vermont Adventure Tours to register.
| Catching dinner on a foggy afternoon. |
Fly Fishing Adult Expedition:
Ages 18 and up!
| Why should kids have all the fun? |
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| What a whopper! |
| Naturescapes: |
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| A view from Sterling Pond Shelter along Vermont's Long Trail |
| All adventure related activities involve risk. We take every step possible to minimize those risks. Our instructors are highly trained professionals, certified in Wilderness First Aid and technical skills. Even so, accidents that result in injury or death are possible. Please be informed of these risks by reading our Liability Waiver. Even if you don't go with us, please seek qualified instruction. |
| A Word About the Dangers of Adventure Activities: |
Fly Fishing Expeditions: