Hale Day Camp: Adventure Camp

Hale Adventure Camp features five adventure tracks tailored to each camper’s age and experience level. Campers build skills that prepare them for camping and backpacking trips as they learn to read maps, construct shelters, build fires, and more. They also enjoy traditional camp activities such as swimming, boating, fishing, and arts & crafts. 

Upon arrival at camp, campers will be grouped based off of age and preference of challenge level. For those in Basecamp, they will be taught Adventure 101 and the fundamentals of overnight camping. This is a great program for those with no previous camping experience but want to learn more about the outdoor pursuits. Next, there is Frontcountry. This program continues building outdoor skills. The highlight is that campers will embark on a three-day camping trip to climb Mount Greylock. Last but not least, Backcountry is the most advanced of the three levels. This program challenges campers to summit a 4,000 foot peak in the White Mountains.

During 2-week sessions of Hale Adventure Camp, Basecamp completes just one overnight at Hale during the second week. Frontcountry and Backcountry camp one night at Hale during the first week, and during the second week, Frontcountry takes a two-night trip to the Berkshires while Backcountry takes a two-night trip to the White Mountains. While Hale Adventure Camp is technically a day camp, we highly encourage all campers to challenge themselves through these experiences!