Overnight Marine Based West Coast Surf Camp

SUMMER CAMPS 2013
West Coast Surf Camp
Overnight Marine Based
Our talented team of instructors kicks off the program with an
introduction to fundamental surf skills and then works
throughout the week in the water to develop campers’
individual skill sets as they tackle waves big & small at their
own pace. This program is a perfect mix of surfing &
lessons, camping, hiking and a whole lot of West Coast fun,
for beginner and experienced surfers alike. All surf gear is
provided including both short and long boards, and our base
at the Ucluelet campground offers nice amenities, including a
hot tub & sauna. We surf several beaches around the
Tofino/Pacific Rim region culminating with a surf competition
and a day of Surf Olympics. This one-week program can be
combined with the August Marine Kayaking camp for the
two-week Surf & Kayak Program on August 11-23.
Whether complete novices or seasoned paddlers, the marine
camp is designed to introduce or enhance individual knowledge
of kayak strokes, rescues, and navigation, and foster great
friendships. After two days of paddle skills, teambuilding and
camping on Salt Spring, the group embarks on a unique kayak
expedition in the Gulf Islands. Travelling northeast from Salt
Spring, our route allows us to explore the eclectic cabin art on
Wallace Island, through the swirling waters of Porlier Pass to the
magic of Dionisio Point, along ancient Penelakut crushed shell
middens at Tent Island and possibly even as far as the legendary
Pirates Cove. This program can be combined with the Mountain
Camp in July or the Surf Camp in August for an unforgettable 2week West Coast adventure.
July 7th-13th & Aug. 11th-17th (Ages 12-18)
$875 + HST
August 18-23 (Ages 12-18)
$975+HST
Two Week Kayak and
Surf Camp
Overnight
Mountaineering Camp
This program is an excellent combination of kayaking in the Gulf
Islands with a Pacific Rim surfing excursion. Students are taught
by seasoned instructors and are provided with all the necessary
equipment. Base skills are learned prior to going out on both
expeditions with two days of training on Salt Spring in both
weeks. We will head out through the beautiful island chains north
of Salt Spring for the kayak expedition, and to Ucluelet and Tofino
on the west coast of Vancouver Island for the surf program.
Campers gain a solid outdoor skill base while building a strong
appreciation for West Coast water-based activities. Safety, skill
acquisition, friendship, team building and most of all fun are the
goals for this two-week program.
August 11th-23rd (Ages 12-18)
$1795 + HST
With two days of team-building, training, climbing and camping
on Salt Spring, we head over to Vancouver Island for an alpine
expedition on Mt. Arrowsmith. This is the third highest peak on
the Island and offers breath taking scenery, good climbing and
a quick ascent up into the high alpine. We climb two peaks
during the week, each day returning to our base camp,
surrounded by a majestic subalpine amphitheater below the
saddle of Mt. Koklee. Highlights include boot skiing,
spectacular sunsets, and swimming in the glacier lake which
may even have an iceberg in it! This one-week program can
be combined with the Marine kayaking camp for the two-week
West Coast Adventure program July 7th-19th.
July 14th-19th (Ages 12-18)
$750 + HST
Day Camps
These camps are action-packed full of outdoor fun and learning
all over Salt Spring, with the skills campers gain allowing them to
pursue bigger adventures as the week goes on. Our afternoon
learning climbing safety and techniques in the gym sets us up for
a day of fun outdoors on Mt. Maxwell, and after practicing our
kayak games, strokes and rescues on the lake, we head to the
ocean to paddle out to Chocolate Beach! Swimming, hiking,
outdoor fort-building, intertidal walks and camping skills are just
some of the activities in day camp, which culminates with an
exploration of the farm and forest on our final overnight at Ruckle
Park!
5-day, Day Camp (one night overnight at Ruckle)
July 29th - Aug. 2nd (Ages 8-12)
$490 + HST
www.islandescapades.com 1-888-529-2567
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night West Coast
Experience
This is the ultimate wilderness adventure program, a
combination of both our Marine and Mountain Camps.
Combining time for training on Saltspring with expeditions
along the waterways and alpine trails of the Islands,
students acquire a broad base of skills in kayaking,
navigation, mountaineering, climbing and outdoor survival,
as well as a deep appreciation for the diversity of the West
Coast environment of BC. The program is challenging and
exhilarating, with an emphasis on teambuilding, leadership
and fun.
July 7th - 19th (Ages 12-18)
$1595 + HST
Outdoor Leadership Certification
Belay Certificate  First Aid & CPR “C”  SKGABC Level I Kayak Guide  Mountaineering &
Ocean Expeditions  Duke of Ed Qualifying Journeys
Are you 16-19 years old and thinking about working in the outdoor industry? Starting with a
beginner-friendly introduction to climbing and kayaking, this challenging and exciting industrystandard certification program will allow you to develop your skills, confidence and leadership on
the rock, mountains and ocean. Whether youʼre navigating along a beautiful alpine trail, cooking
dinner over a campfire or taking in some of the majestic marine life on your kayak expedition,
youʼll find a supportive and empowering team spirit to unleash capabilities youʼve never
imagined. With employment application support and two weeks of experience in some of the
West Coastʼs most beautiful places, this program could do more than get you an interview or
look great on your college application – it just might change your life!
Full Program July 14th-27th, $1995 | Mountains Only 14th-21st, $1145
Marine Only July 20th-27th $1295
www.adventurecampbc.ca/
118 Natalie Lane Salt Spring
Island, B.C. V8K-2C6 Canada ●
(250) 537-2537 Toll Free: 1 (888)
KAYAK-67 ● Fax: 250 537-2532 ●
escapades@saltspring.com