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Venture Outdoors Summer Camp 2021

Summer Camp

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Try everything Venture Outdoors has to offer!

This summer, we know that you as a parent want to find fun, engaging enrichment opportunities for your child that will also help them learn and grow.

Our summer camps will help your child develop confidence as they challenge themselves in daily activities, grow into outdoor enthusiasts as they gain a greater appreciation for nature, and learn new skills to lead your family on an outdoor adventure.

Summer camps run at North Park or North Shore for rising 3rd-8th graders. All programs run Monday-Friday from 9:00am-3:30pm

Registration includes:

 Recreation activities like kayaking, biking, geocaching, and fishing

Two camp counselors trained in all activities & safety

 Connections with other students

 Arts & crafts, science experiments, and more traditional camp activities

Opportunities for challenge and teamwork

 Leadership development

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While our summer camps are held in-person, we are taking precautions to prevent the spread of COVID 19.

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Your child will be excited to explore and to learn about the outdoors and the environment.

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Spend Summer Outdside

Fun, challenging, and educational activities that will increase your child’s outdoor confidence

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Arts & Crafts

Outdoor Adventure Camp

Rising 3rd-5th Graders

June 21-25 @ North Park

300

Fill your days with kayaking, fishing, hiking, biking, and geocaching! Take part in each activity twice throughout the week. Enjoy traditional camp activities like arts and crafts, science experiments, and more!

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Cycling Through Summer

Rising 6th-8th Graders

July 5-9 @ North Shore

300

Discover Pittsburgh’s bikeable trails in this wheely cool camp! Learn the ABCs of biking as you bike along the city’s riverfront trails. Test your skills as you map out a route, discover types of bikes, practice bike mechanics, and more!

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Outdoor Survivor Camp

Rising 3th-5th Graders

July 12-16 @ North Shore

300

Set the scene– you find yourself in the woods with your fellow campers. Build fires, filter water, forage food, construct a survival shelter, and more. At the end of the week, test out your outdoor skills in a survival challenge.

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Ultimate Survivor Camp

Rising 6th-8th Graders

August 16-20 @ North Park

300

Take your outdoor survival skills to the next level! Hang bear bags, cook over a fire, practice first aid, navigate with a compass, and more. At the end of the week, test out your outdoor skills in a survival challenge.

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My favorite thing was 'learning to play with my friends and learning new stuff that I never knew how to do!'

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Survival Camp Participant

He built the best campfire we've ever had in our backyard fire ring! He felt proud and capable.

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Went camping last Friday and my son used all his skills

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Over 4,000

unique participant experiences in 2020

92% of youth

reported "I would recommend this to a friend"

94% of youth

reported "I learned something new"

We are Venture Outdoors

Our mission: Inspire. Educate. Equip. We create access to outdoor experiences.

We are a non-profit with almost 20 years of experience connecting people to the benefits of the outdoors, working with over 1,000 youth annually.

FAQs

What is the Refund Policy?

Refund Policy: All camp programs are subject to a minimum and maximum enrollment. In the event of a cancellation, Venture Outdoors will notify families in advance and refund the entire cost. If a camper must cancel, they will be refunded the program cost minus a $25 administrative fee for up to two weeks prior to the program start date. If a camper cancels within two weeks of the session start date, a refund will be provided minus a $25  administrative  fee in the form of Venture Outdoors credit.  

Can I switch what program my child is in?

Change Policy: We will happily support any changes in a family’s summer schedule. Contact kelly@ventureoutdoors.org to change a camp program. A $25 charge will apply.   

What about bad weather?

Inclement weather or water flow may affect which recreational activities your camper will participate during the week. We take weather and camper safety seriously, revising our activity schedule and seeking shelter when needed. All locations have a safety shelter for inclement weather.

What should my camper bring with them?

Your camper should come prepared with:

  • Facemask 
  • Lunch 
  • Snacks
  • Water bottle  
  • Sunscreen 
  • Extra pair of clothes  
  • Raincoat 
  • Bug spray 
  • Day backpack 
  • Any medication 

Extra water and some snacks will be provided each day.

What is your COVID Safety Plan?

COVID precautions are always evolving. To mitigate the spread of COVID, we will follow all CDC recommended guidelines, including: 

  • Be outside as much as possible
  • Practice social distancing at all times
  • Properly wear masks at all times
  • Sanitize all equipment, materials, and high-touch areas
  • Screen each camper and staff member every day, including a daily temperature check and health questionnaire

Click to learn more about Venture Outdoors’ COVID-19 Policies. Reach out to kelly@ventureoutdoors.org with additional questions.

Is after camp care available?

Aftercare is available from 3:30-6:00pm everyday after camp. Campers will participate in additional arts & crafts activities, science experiments, take hikes, and more.

I have more questions. Who can I contact?

E-mail kelly@ventureoutdoors.org or call 412-255-0564 x227 with any questions.

We would like to thank NOVA Chemicals for sponsoring our summer camp. Their generous donation makes giving children outdoor experiences possible.