Adventure Camp (Rising 8th-10th)
Ready to take your summer adventure beyond camp? Adventure Camp is designed for teens ages 13 to 15 who are ready to challenge themselves, explore the outdoors, and make unforgettable memories! Campers will travel with our Adventure Staff for a three-day, two-night excursion to West Virginia, where they'll experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on the Lower New River and choose between soaring through the treetops on a zipline canopy tour or exploring underground at Lost World Caverns. While in West Virginia, campers will tent camp at Adventures on the Gorge before returning to Camp Hanes for more nights under the stars on our on-site adventure platforms.
Whether they're navigating whitewater, exploring new terrain, or building friendships around camp, campers will grow in confidence, independence, and teamwork while discovering just how much they're capable of. No prior adventure experience is needed, just a willingness to try something new!
Session Options:
- Water & Sky
Get ready to ride the rapids and soar through the treetops! Water & Sky campers will head to West Virginia with our Adventure Staff for an action-packed three-day excursion. On Tuesday, campers will take on the Lower New River rafting trip, navigating exciting whitewater and working together along the way. On Wednesday, they'll experience the Treetops Zipline Canopy Tour at Adventures on the Gorge, taking in incredible forest views from above before heading back to Camp Hanes.
After tent camping at Adventures on the Gorge, campers will return to camp to continue their adventure with nights spent tent camping on our on-site adventure platforms. It's the perfect experience for teens looking to push their limits, build confidence, and experience the outdoors from a whole new perspective!
- Water & Cave
From rushing rapids to hidden underground wonders, Water & Land is all about exploring the outdoors from a different perspective! Campers will travel with our Adventure Staff to West Virginia for a three-day excursion filled with challenge, discovery, and adventure. On Tuesday, campers will experience the excitement of rafting the Lower New River, working together to navigate the whitewater. On Wednesday, they'll head underground to explore the fascinating formations and winding passages of Lost World Caverns before returning to Camp Hanes.
Along the way, campers will tent camp at Adventures on the Gorge and then return to Camp Hanes for more nights under the stars on our on-site adventure platforms. This session is a great fit for teens who love exploring, trying new things, and discovering the incredible places the natural world has to offer!
Questions? Contact Reagan Lane at r.lane@ymcanwnc.org.
ADV Session 2: June 13-18 Water/Sky
ADV Session 6: July 11-16 Water/Cave
ADV Session 7: July 18-23 Water/Sky
ADV Session 8: July 25-18 Water/Cave
Are you ready to try something new that’s both mentally and physically demanding? Are you comfortable with the outdoors? Okay, then! No prior experience or equipment is necessary.
Offsite Itinerary
Raft/Cave Adventure Mon.-Wed.
Rafting/Caving Trip leaves Monday and comes back Wednesday
1:00 pm Group Departs on Mini Bus (Monday)
Rough arrival of 4:00 pm at Adventures on the Gorge Campground
They will set up camp, cook their dinner and spend time bonding before settling down for the night.
Tuesday
7:30 am wake up for breakfast and prepare for rafting
10:00 am will be getting on the New River
4:00 pm will be finishing up rafting
Wednesday
8:30 am Depart for Lost World Caverns
- Please wear a long sleeved t-shirt, jeans and closed-toed shoes. Bring a sweatshirt just in case. Make sure you bring a change of clothing. You will get dirty!
5:00 pm group will be finishing up with caving
They will depart for camp and stop for dinner along the way back to camp for a later arrival of 9:30 pm back to camp to continue the week back onsite.