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Who We Are Day Camps There is a magic, an exhilaration, and a potent significance that comes from knowing you ve made an impact in someone s life. In 1997, my husband Austin and I founded Adventure Links with a resolute passion that profound experiences can uncover courage, build community, and inspire connection. The dream was built alongside the depth of patience we were granted from our two daughters (with TWO entrepreneurs as parents)! They now relish in their Adventure Links experiences and know, firsthand, the significance of building this community and family. We proudly embark on our 18th year of Adventure Links and thank our community of dedicated followers and impassioned staff who possess an artful ability to reach the hearts and adventurous spirits of thousands to truly make a difference. This is our life s purpose and we are privileged to have found it! -Anna Birch Founder & CEO Ultimate Adventure Length: Five days, Monday - Friday Ages: 8 10 and 11-13 Cost: $495 Team Development Course at Hemlock Kayaking or Canoeing at Hemlock Rock Climbing at Carderock, MD Caving at Whitings Neck Cave, Shepherdstown, WV at Hemlock Summit Adventure Adventure Links programs strive to challenge the individual, develop teamwork and empower the participant to protect the environment. We create positive learning cultures and challenge ourselves to be on the forefront of outdoor educational practices. Our staff is motivated to educate youth in the outdoors. They create experiences that provide the back-drop for individual and team development through the use of high adventure, environmental, and team building activities during our summer camps. Length: Five days, Monday - Friday Ages: 12 14 Grow with Adventure Links TEEN EXPEDITIONS TRAVELING OVERNIGHTS RESIDENTIAL CAMP DAY CAMP Cost: $550 Team Development Course at Hemlock Rock Climbing at Great Falls Park, VA Caving at Whitings Neck Cave, Shepherdstown, WV Sailing on Potomac River, VA Mountain Biking at Burke Lake Park, VA
Residential Overnight Camps Ultimate Residential Adventure Length: Five days, Monday Friday Ages: 11-13 Accommodations: Campers will sleep in on-site bunkhouses at Hemlock Overlook Regional Park Cost: $695 Team Development Course Caving at Whitings Neck Cave, Shepherdstown, WV Rock Climbing at Carderock, MD Kayaking or Canoeing River Tubing on Bull Run, Clifton, VA Arts and Crafts Evening activities include campfires, skits, night hikes, and games Monday drop off at 8:00-9:00 am, Friday pick up at 4:00-5:00 pm. Themed Weeks Residential Adventure for Cavers Length: Five days, Monday Friday Ages: 11-13 Accommodations: Campers will sleep in on-site bunkhouses at Hemlock Overlook, with one night of tent camping at a family campground Cost: $695 Two days of Caving: Whitings Neck Cave, Shepherdstown, WV and Glade Cave, Mt. Solon, VA Team Development Course Kayaking or Canoeing River Tubing on Bull Run Campfires, arts & crafts, field games, and more! Residential Adventure on the Water Length: Five days, Monday Friday Ages: 11-13 Accommodations: Campers will sleep in on-site bunkhouses at Hemlock Overlook Cost: $695 Sailing on the Potomac River Kayaking or Canoeing River Tubing on Bull Run Team Development Course Campfires, arts & crafts, field games, and more!
Multi-Week Residential Adventure Multi-Week Residential Adventure Length: Twelve days, Monday the following Friday Ages: 12-14 and 13-15 Accommodations: Campers will sleep in on-site bunkhouses at Hemlock Overlook, and in tents at family campgrounds Cost: $1295 Daily Activity Options Include: Team Development Course and Zipline Mountain Biking at Burke Lake Park, Fairfax Station, VA Sailing on the Potomac River Caving at Whitings Neck Cave, Shepherdstown, WV Rock Climbing at Great Falls VA and Carderock, MD Canoeing or Kayaking River Tubing Campfires, arts and crafts, field games, and more! Overnight Field Trip Options Include: Hiking in Shenandoah National Park Caving at Glade Cave in Mt. Solon, VA Canoeing at Lake Moomaw, George Washington and Jefferson National Park, VA Traveling Overnight Camp Appalachian Adventure Length: Seven days, Sunday - Saturday Ages: 11 14 Cost: $850 Options: All female session available, check website for dates. Team Development Course at Hemlock Overlook, Clifton, VA Caving at Whitings Neck Cave, Shepherdstown, WV Rock Climbing and Hiking at Coopers Rock, Morgantown, WV White Water Rafting on Youghiogheny River, Ohiopyle, PA Natural Water Slides at Ohiopyle State Park, PA
Teen Expeditions Teen Expeditions are extended overnight camps that travel to a wide variety of exciting destinations. These experiences are designed to be fun and challenging for both new campers and experienced adventurers. Appalachian Odyssey Length: 14 days, Sunday Saturday Ages: 14-17 Cost: $1795 Team Development Course at Hemlock Rafting on the New River, WV Rock Climbing at New River Gorge, WV Three days of Backpacking at Cranberry Wilderness, WV Caving at Glade Cave, Mt. Solon, VA Hiking at Old Rag Mountain, VA Hiking at Spruce Knob and Seneca Rocks, WV New England Length: 14 days, Sunday Saturday Ages: 14 17 Cost: $1995 Options: All female session available, check website for dates. Team Development Course at Hemlock Rock Climbing at the Gunks, New Paltz, NY Stand-up Paddleboarding at Lake Winnipesaukee, NH Backpacking in the White Mountains, NH Zip Line Canopy Tours, Conway, NH Service Learning Project at Camp Dodge, Pinkham, NH White Water Rafting on the Hudson River, NY Mohican Outdoor Center Lake, Blairstown, NJ
Frequently Asked Questions Additional Outdoor Programs Adventure Links at Hemlock Overlook is more than just summer camp! Are you accredited? Yes. The American Camping Association, a nationally recognized certifying body, accredits Adventure Links (accreditation reviewed and approved October 2014). How are my children transported? Participants are transported by both van and mini-bus. All drivers are screened and must be approved by our insurance company. All of our drivers are required to complete a supplemental Adventure Links driver training program. Adventure Links strictly adheres to regulations set forth by the Virginia Department of Transportation. What are your staff s qualifications? Our lead instructors must be over the age of 21 years old, hold a minimum current certification in Wilderness First Responder and CPR and are subject to pre-employment drug screen and background check. Our assistant instructors must be over the age of 18, hold a current minimum certification in First Aid and CPR and are subject to pre-employment drug screen and background check. All of our instructors are selected based on their skills in outdoor leadership and a high degree of commitment to working with youth. We also offer: Team Building Programs Adventure Sports Environmental Education Facility & Site Rentals Adventure Trips What is the ratio of campers to counselors? We maintain a ratio of 1:7 during Day Camps and approximately 1:6 during overnight programs. Is there any special equipment I need to buy for the trip? Campers must be prepared to bring the items listed on the pack list for their specific camp. This may include specific items such as backpacks, sleeping bags, or certain types of clothing. All other adventure equipment such as helmets, harnesses, or paddles will be supplied by Adventure Links. Can my child bring a cellular phone or other electronic device to camp? No. The Adventure Links camp program is designed to immerse campers into the natural environment and dynamics of the group experience. The use of these items is severely disruptive to maintaining this atmosphere. In the event of an emergency, the staff is instructed to maintain contact with the Adventure Links office and the parents of the camper. All summer camp policies can be found by going to: http://www.adventurelinks.net/summer/policies.php In cooperation with NOVA Parks For more information Call: 800-877-0954 Email: info@adventurelinks.net Visit: www.adventurelinks.net
13220 Yates Ford Road Clifton, VA 20124 13220 Yates Ford Road Clifton, VA 571.281.3556 800.877.0954 WWW.ADVENTURELINKS.NET