Expedition Camp Basics
Can my camper bring a cell phone to camp?
Cell Phones and Expedition Camp: Get Unplugged. In an effort to encourage being present during activities and fostering relationships within the group, we do not allow cell phones on trips. We also will be primarily in the backcountry where cell ...
How will I know how my camper is doing?
Our goal is to provide a fun, empowering, and immersive experience for every camper and to enable that, our Expedition programs do venture deep into the backcountry. Our groups will either be within immediate cell service or be equipped with a ...
Parent and Camper Communication
On Expeditions, we are not in areas with WiFi, therefore email letter delivery will not be possible. Fortunately, your child will spend the week disconnected from technology and fully present to make new friends, be inspired by our staff, learn a lot ...
I'm new to camp. Will I be the only one?
Not at all! Kids come to our Expedition Camps from all over and we always have a mix of new and returning campers. We spend lots of time at the start of every session helping campers get to know each other and build friendships through games and team ...
What if I have a camper at Overnight Camp too?
For Colorado Expedition Camps ONLY We know that having campers at two locations is not ideal logistically for families. We stagger drop-off and pick-up times between the overnight and expedition camp drop off locations, as well as parent’s day ...
Would it be repetitive for my camper to go to both Expedition and Resident Camp?
Absolutely not! Both programs are designed to offer unique experiences with original curriculum and traditions along with overlapping elements like expanding comfort zones, risk assessment, and building independence. The programs are designed to ...
What is the difference between Expedition and Overnight Camps?
Our Expedition Camps stand apart from our Overnight Camps on three main factors – size, location, and responsibility. At Overnight Camp we enjoy beautiful locations in the Front Range where campers enjoy the comforts of well-maintained facilities, ...
How long will Drop Off/Pick Up take?
Plan for both Drop Off and Pick Up to take about 30 minutes. At Drop Off, you will meet your camper’s instructors for the week and take care of any last-minute registration paperwork. At Pick Up there will be a closing ceremony to wrap up your ...
Where do Expedition Camps meet?
Our Expedition Camps meet locally, so you don't have to go far. California Expedition Camps: Chabot Space and Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA, 94619 - ANNEX PARKING LOT Colorado Expedition Camps: Avid4 Adventure Warehouse, 1501 Empire ...
What is Expedition Camp?
The Avid4 Adventure Expedition Camps are backcountry-based camp experiences with the same great skill development and amazing community Avid4 Adventure is known for! From single skill-focused camps like Backpacking and Mountain Biking to our ...
Can my camper fly to Expedition Camp?
Are you flying in from out of state to Expedition Camp in Colorado or California? See details regarding Airport pick-up, desired flight times, shuttle cost, unaccompanied minor forms, and more. For campers who are flying into Colorado or California, ...
Expedition Camp Packing Lists
Click the link below to download the packing list of everything your kiddo will need for their Expedition Camp. 2025 Expedition Packing Lists 2025 Expedition Packing Lists Lista de Elementos 2025 - Versión en Español 2025 Expedition Packing Lists ...