What ages does Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb accept?

Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb is open to children ages 14–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb cost?

Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb publishes $2,578/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb's hours?

Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb runs Full Day. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb?

Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb provide lunch?

Yes — Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

▌ Adventure · Ages 14–18

Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb

Bushkill · $2,578/week

A multi-element expedition in the Delaware Water Gap, focusing on backpacking, canoeing, and rock climbing for high

▌ Editor's read The Outward Bound website loads successfully, detailing an 8-day 'Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb' course for high school students. The program is an overnight wilderness expedition, with activities including backpacking, canoeing, and rock climbing, designed to foster leadership and self-reliance. Outward Bound is a non-profit organization, as stated on their main website. While this specific course is not individually accredited by the ACA, Outward Bound as a larger entity often has accredited programs. The website mentions that 'all Outward Bound staff undergo a thorough background check' on their 'Safety' page. Google reviews for 'Outward Bound' generally show a high rating (e.g., 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews for Outward Bound USA), with themes praising the transformative experiences and skilled instructors. Social media handles found on the site are @outwardbound for Instagram and 'OutwardBound' for Facebook.

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 14–18

Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in adventure, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: Not listed
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Adventure
Ages: 14–18
Hours: Full Day
Address: Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Bushkill, PA
Phone: 866-467-7651
Cost notes: USD

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb

What ages does Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb accept?: Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb is open to children ages 14–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb cost?: Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb publishes $2,578/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb's hours?: Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb runs Full Day. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb?: Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb provide lunch?: Yes — Water Gap – Backpack, Canoe & Rock Climb includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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