Our boys and girls Outdoor Leadership Program offers the opportunity for youth to develop leadership skills in a diverse group of peers ages 12-16.  While hiking or canoeing through the wilderness and overcoming challenges together, youth have the opportunity to develop courage, confidence, emotional intelligence, community awareness, and a sense of wonder – all necessary skills for success in school and in their communities.

We offer both single gender and all gender trips that visit some of the most beautiful parks in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.

Session 1: Groundbreakers: Service Trip
Ages: 13-15 years old
Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to make a poweful difference in the local community. Travel to different locations in need of service every day and return to camp at night for fun activities!

Session 2: Trailblazers 
Ages: 13-15 years old
Explore the legendary Old Loggers Path in Pennsylvania! Start your journey in an old ghost town and head out on an amazing 27-mile journey through an incredible scenic forest. Hike between 5 and 9 miles a day for 4 days, and spend 3 nights camping on the trail.

Session 3: Rangers I and Session 4: Rangers II 
Ages: 14-16 years old
Rangers is a capstone of the Ockanickon and Matollionequay camp programs, and spends the first and last days of the session at camp. this 9 day, 8 night off-site back-country journey will challenge campers both physically and mentally as they backpack through a section of the Appalachian trail and paddle through the beautiful Delaware River National Recreation area. Rangers build courage, confidence, leadership skills, relationships and a deeper appreciation of the outdoors.

Session 5: Castaways: Canoe/Fishing Trip (Camp Ockanickon)
Ages: 12-13 years old
Head out on camp’s fishing and canoeing odyssey! Spend 4 days and 3-night paddling down the Deleware River, casting your reels, and practicing outdoor living skills.

Session 5: Great Vibes – Canoeing and Yoga (Camp Matollionequay)
Ages: 12-14
Adventure meets mindfulness on this trip. Campers will canoe along the Deleware River, learning paddling skills, teamwork, and  outdoor safety. Each day includes guided yoga to help them relax, build strengh, and practice mindfulness. With a balance of challenge and calm, Great vibes helps campers grow confidence, make new friends, and enjoy the outdoors.

Session 6: Castaways: Canoe/Fishing Trip (Camp Ockanickon)
Ages: 14-16 years old
Head out on camp’s fishing and canoeing odyssey! Spend 4 days and 3 nights paddling down the Susquehanna river, casting your reels, and practicing outdoor living skills.

Session 6: Cruising Chefs – Canoeing and Cooking (Camp Matollionequay)
Ages: 14-16 years old
Campers will canoe down the scenic Susquehanna River, learning paddling skills, teamwork, and outdoor safety along the way. Each day includes hands-on cooking , as campers work together to prepare delicious meals over a campfire and try out new recipes. The perfect mix of river adventure and creative cooking.

Session 7: Canoe & Survival (Co-Ed)
Ages: 12-14 years old
Join us for a co-ed, week-long Canoeing and Survival Skills adventure on the Susquehanna River, where you’ll paddle 40 miles through stunning landscapes while learning esential outdoor survival skills like fishing, fire-making and shelter building. Participants will also master canoeing techniques such as paddle strokes and
T-rescues.

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Our wilderness instructors hold certifications in Wilderness First Aid, CPR and Lifeguarding (for boating expeditions).  Instructors also receive extensive training on leadership development and backcountry living skills.

For packing list, please see the Parent Handbook