2012 SPECIALTY TRIP DESCRIPTIONS
Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing designed specialty trips for our campers who were looking for the next challenge. Many of our participants had started out getting comfortable with camping on our Outdoor Discovery and worked their way up to the more challenging Classic Adventure, and then were looking for something more. Our specialty trips allow participants to focus on their favorite adventure activity, whether it be hiking, rock climbing, white water sports in general, kayaking, or mountain biking. These trips allow them to really focus in on learning more technique, improving their knowledge, and gaining strength and ability.
We call these trips specialty trips because they allow participants to concentrate on specific adventure sports and activities, but this does not mean that beginners are not allowed. All of our specialty trips are taught from a beginner level, however, if you do have prior experience, our instructors and leaders can provide special challenges just for you. The 7 or 14 day format allows participants the time to absorb what they will learn and form tight bonds with their fellow campers. The beauty of our new one-week programs are that you can do a quick and inexpensive trip if your summer schedule is tight, or you can tack it on to the end of a Classic Adventure for a little extra excitement. Check out the links to the specific trips below for details for just that trip or click here for our full list of dates & tuition.
GO WITH THE FLOW- This all white water adventure has quickly become Wilderness Adventure’s most popular specialty trip. Spend your days basking in the sun on the New River and your nights camping out on islands along the way. For the grand finale you will get to experience Class V rafting on the premier east coast section of river known as “The New River Gorge.” Designed for ages 14-17.
ROCK & FLOW - In 2011 we had an amazing, “Eureka!” moment after we had a lot of reviews saying that people loved our Rock & Jam trip but 14 days straight of climbing can be a lot, we also had people say they love Go With the Flow but 14 days on the water is a lot. Then came the invention of the Rock & Flow, which could quite possibly be our best specialty trip yet. 7 days of climbing at the best spots on the east coast, mixed with the best river sections from our Go With the Flow trip, and you have the perfect adventure. Designed for ages 14-17.
7 DAY MTN. BIKE TRIP - This 7 Day program is a spin off of what some of you will remember as our Rock & Roll trip. While that trip was struggling to gain interest we thought that if we just left the rock climbing to the Rock & Flow trip then we could really do some awesome mountain biking. This trip will take you to key single track spots in southwest Virginia, such as: Carvin’s Cove, Douthat State Park, and Pandapas Pond. Designed for ages 13-17.
7 DAY WHITEWATER KAYAK TRIP- This week long specialty trip will allow you to fine tune your white water kayaking skills and have you feeling comfortable in a boat in no time. Learn to wet exit, t-rescue, roll your kayak, experience swift water rescue techniques and more. Then test your new found skills on up to class III rapids on the New River. Designed for ages 13-17.
7 DAY ROCK CLIMBING TRIP - All of your favorite things about Rock & Jam packed into an awesome week of fun! Participants will learn rock climbing techniques and show them off at some of the best rock in the east. Designed for ages 13-17. There are currently no dates scheduled for this trip in 2012, however if you have interest please email us.
WILDERNESS LEADERSHIP COURSE- This prestigious, month long leadership course allows its participants to specialize and focus on all of the outdoor adventure activities we offer. After receiving in depth training in mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, backpacking & mountaineering, map & compass, outdoor leadership and tons more, participants actually take over and lead the second two weeks of the trip. They even get to design their own menu! Designed for ages 15-17.
LEADERSHIP TRAINING COURSE- Many of our participants come back year after year as campers, aspiring to one day join the ranks of the amazing Wilderness Adventure staff. The leadership training course provides participants ages 17 and up the chance to transition with this apprenticeship program. Participants will go through a thorough one week training where they will be evaluated on their dedication and motivation. If they are deemed ready for our apprentice program then they will have the opportunity to shadow activity instructors of their choice and even potentially co-lead a summer trip.
