Phoenix Adventure Camp

Phoenix Adventure Camp is designed for teens looking to try new things, gain skills in outdoor pursuits, and build friendships that will last a lifetime. Each youth will get to choose (based on availability) two expeditions of interest, each lasting 4 days in length.

Back Country Adventure

Our back country adventure will see the youth do various activities in the beautiful Alberta outdoors. These activities include hiking, fishing, outdoor survival skills, star gazing, plant identification, and exploring the David Thompson region! This is a program made for those who really enjoy nature and want to experience it up close and personal in different ways.

Backpacking

Participants will take part in hiking an established trail in the west country. Participants will learn about properly packing their backpack, set-up and take-down of camps, “no trace” camping philosophy, and various other skills. Participants will need to be prepared for various weather conditions as it can be scorching hot to snowing, even in the summer in this area.

Participants in this excursion should be ready for a 4 day remote backpacking excursion.  You should be physically active before participating in this program.  Individuals with back, knee, ankle or other conditions may not be appropriate for this excursion.  If you have any concerns prior to registering, please contact our office at (403) 342-6500.

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Canoeing

Canoeing includes one day of lake instruction, a half day on a still section of the river, one night camping on the river, a safety orientation, river orientation, and other various educational pieces. All participants must successfully complete a pre-trip swim in the river to show comfort level before being allowed to partake in the river trip. Also, all participants will take part in safety drills on the lake where they will tip the canoe and learn skills to deal with a tipped canoe with leader assistance. Two certified Canoe Instructors will accompany the youth on the trip.

Cycling

Cycling includes 3 days of road cycling alongside the David Thompson Highway and 1 day on the Nordegg Rail Trail. Youth will stay in tents at campsites along the way, while cycling about 30-40km per day. Youth will be provided with an appropriate bike if they do not bring one of their own. All bikes are inspected before going on the trip during the first night of camp.

Day Hiking

Head out with us into the beautiful David Thompson Country to explore a variety of different trails and terrain. Each day we’ll embark on a new hike; mountain views, history, and natural features like hoodoos and waterfalls. The group will also campout in the area and venture to new locations daily.

Kayaking

Youth will participate in 4 days of kayaking. Day 1 will be spent learning all applicable skills on the lake. Days 2-4 are both spent applying those skills on the river. Participants will be given instructions on basic kayaking techniques and an orientation on the first day. Be prepared to get wet! Kayaking requires a lot of in-water work and you must be able to exit your kayak if and when you flip.

Price:

$990

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