
Grade:
- 9th
- 10th
- 11th
- 12th
Event Type:
- Summer Camp
Summer Camp Type:
- Wilderness
Location:
- Travel Trip
Registration for this session is now closed. Please check out one of our other sessions later this summer!
Camper letter available to download at the bottom of this page.
This trip is limited to 10 campers. Gear checklist available to download at the bottom of this page.
Interested in a preview? Check out the video showcasing the 2021 trip HERE!
Check-in for the Backpacking Trip will take place at Hilliard Church of Christ, located at 4300 Avery Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026.
Exciting updates for 2023! This trip has been expanded, giving campers the opportunity to experience both the Red River Gorge (Kentucky) and the Great Smoky Mountains (Tennessee)! The tuition increase for 2023 reflects the additional travel costs as campers test their backpacking skills in two different states over the course of this trip.
Leaving modern comforts behind, campers will carry everything with them for multi-day hikes through true backcountry. This will be an experience unlike any other! Campers will learn basic backpacking skills such as filtering water, building fires and camping in the backcountry. Practicing the "Leave No Trace" philosophy, they will engage in low-impact camping to respect the beauty of God's creation.
WARNING: this is a high impact and physical week of camp.
Campers will meet at the designated location for check-in. They will then ride vans down to the trip site. More details will be provided at registration. For more information: contact Lyle Baker.
What to expect on the trip