OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Our adventure program takes us to some beautiful wilderness settings. Right in our own backyard awaits some of the finest crags to climb and beautiful areas where we hike, camp, climb, bike and explore.

ROCK CLIMBING

The most important feature of Hidden Meadows climbing program is our emphasis on safety. Instruction begins at camp with the introduction of fundamental safety systems and basic techniques for climbing. Using the climbing tower or the indoor climbing wall we begin with learning rope-handling skills, emphasizing consistency in our technique.

With help from our leaders we soon learn that brute strength is quickly replaced by thoughtfulness and visual planning to achieve desired results. With the quality instruction of advanced climbers, we will have you feeling confident about your climbing abilities and ready for new challenges.

CAVING

We explore the underground world with the help of our caving specialist. Spelunking in these crawlways and caverns gives new testimony to the many forces and forms of nature. We'll wind our way through underground caves that were formed over millions years. The glow of our headlamps will expose fossils and other wonders from a time when these mountains were under the ocean.

Out of camp trips to Seneca Rocks and other area climbing sites are numerous. Some sites are bold rock faces while others are made of cracks and chimneys. We choose sites where there are a variety of climbs set up so that there is always an appropriate climb for you.

BACKPACKING

During these overnight trips we explore the dense forest trails and mountain vistas that surround camp. Carrying everything we need with us we set up our own shelters and cook our own meals on the trail. We also put to practice our map and compass, GPS and outdoor living skills and most importantly enjoy the surrounding beauty.

OUTDOOR LIVING SKILLS

An important part of enjoying the outdoors is learning how to live there comfortably and safely. Our Outdoor Living Skills program encompasses a wide variety of interesting activities including learning how to use map and compass, GPS, Dutch oven cooking, outdoor survival lessons and more. We take a hands-on approach and have loads of fun.

MOUNTAIN BIKING

Mountain Biking has been a longtime favorite at camp. Our adventures begin in camp, where we go over safety and the basics of off-road riding. Using our own mountain biking course we get comfortable with our bikes and work on our riding skills. From here we head on to National Forest Lands where we enjoy isolated trails and breathtaking scenery. Trail terrain includes converted railways; wide-open logging roads, classic single track and water crossings. It's a super way to explore the area.

CHALLENGE COURSE

High in the trees, attached by a climbing harness, campers can explore our challenge course as they move from tree to tree and eventually fly through the air on the exhilarating high zip line. With highly trained staff and state-of-the-art equipment this series of high elements is an incredible builder of self-confidence as well as a great team-building experience.

MOUNTAIN BOARDING

Mountain Boarding is the latest downhill sensation. Think of it as snowboarding on wheels, or maybe surfing on dirt. The sport of mountain boarding combines technology from biking, snowboarding and skateboarding. Donned with loads of protective gear we venture to our high meadow to surf the dirt and have some serious fun.