Philosophy
Mission:At Echo Adventure Camp, we strive to offer a safe, adventurous atmosphere
where children explore their imaginations while gaining a respect for nature.
We place emphasis on experiences that are fun, challenging, educational, and
compliment health and wellness. Echo Adventure Camp fosters personal
growth, as a variety of diverse activities provide the campers with
opportunity to develop self-esteem, lasting relationships, and social skills.
Philosophy
Vision:Echo Adventure Camp exists to equip and empower campers to become enthusiastic leaders who influence their community. We hope to develop strong individuals with an increasing appreciation of one another and the natural world.
Organized camping trends
• 90 % increase in organized camping
in the past 20 years
• Experiential education
• Youth development
Echo Adventures
• Interact with nature
• Face-to-face interactions
• Community & Parent Involvement
Water Adventures
Water Adventures
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Hiking and Survival Skills
Hiking and Survival Skills
Facilities
• Cabins
• Lodge
• Amphitheater
Facilities
• Challenge course elements
• Sports facilities
Staffing
• Who
• Certifications
• Safety
• Ratios
Camp Director:Hana Jady
References
Durlak, J. A., & Weissberg, R. P. (2007). The impact of after-school programs that promote personal and social skills. Chicago, IL: Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning.
Ramsing, R. (2011, September). Organized camping: Explanations, types, values. REC 424. Lecture conducted at Western Kentucky
University, Bowling Green, KY.