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Program Details
Welcome to the Limestone Program at Cultivate Climbing Summer Camp, where your child will scale new heights of fun, independence, and adventure. Designed for kids aged 6-8, this program combines the excitement of climbing with the joy of summer play, all in a nurturing environment.
Limestone is more than just a climbing camp; it’s an experiential adventure that’s engaging for all kids within this age group. Over five days, your child will not only learn climbing techniques but also grow in confidence, make new friends, and develop a sense of achievement that goes beyond the climbing walls.
- Ages 6-8
- $725
- 9 AM - 4 PM (7hrs)
- Cultivate Climbing & The AAC Outpost
- 5 Days (Mon-Fri)
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Session 1: 6/10 - 6/14
Session 2: 7/8 - 7/12
Session 3: 8/5 - 8/9
The Cultivate Difference
Excelling Beyond Climbing
- Active Play: We encourage physical activity in a world increasingly dominated by screens.
- Social Skills: Climbing naturally fosters teamwork and communication.
- Problem-Solving: Climbers face challenges that build cognitive skills.
- Confidence: Overcoming obstacles on the wall translates to self-assurance off the wall.
- Nature Appreciation: While some of our camp is indoors, we make sure to incorporate outdoor activities daily.
- Nutrition: We provide delicious and nutritious snacks to keep your kid fueled all day.
More Camp Info
Activities at Limestone Camp
Our camp offers a diverse range of activities, each designed to provide value beyond just fun, ensuring a balanced and enriching experience for your child:
- Bouldering and Auto-Belay Climbing: Building strength and confidence on walls designed for their age group.
- Tubing and Calm Water Rafting: Enjoying nature, having fun, and learning water safety on the French Broad River.
- Gym Climbing Games: Enhancing agility and coordination through playful challenges.
- Adventure Hiking: Exploring local trails, fostering an appreciation for nature and outdoor exploration.
- Outdoor Climbing: Applying indoor skills in a natural setting for a real-world climbing experience.
- Creative Workshops: Nature inspired arts and crafts activities for creative expression.
- Various Fun Games: Including dodgeball and disc golf, promoting teamwork and physical activity.
Skills Development
The skills taught at Limestone Camp are focused on fostering a well-rounded development in each child:
- Fundamentals of Climbing: Learning to use climbing equipment safely and effectively.
- Basic Knot Tying: Essential skills that are foundational in climbing.
- Belaying Techniques: Teaching the basics of belaying for safety and teamwork.
- Outdoor and Survival Skills: Introducing basic outdoor skills, including Leave No Trace principles for environmental awareness.
- Screen-Free Focus: Encouraging children to engage fully in each activity, fostering attention and presence away from screens.
- Teamwork and Social Skills: Through various activities, campers learn the value of working together and building friendships.
- Confidence and Independence: Empowering campers through skill mastery and new experiences.
Limestone Camp: Weekly Schedule and Curriculum for Ages 6-8
Monday: Introduction and Water Adventure
- Morning: Ice-breaker activities to build camaraderie among campers. Introduction to bouldering and belaying at Cultivate Climbing Gym, focusing on basic techniques and safety.
- Lunch Break: Time to refuel and relax.
- Afternoon: Tubing adventure, offering a fun and gentle introduction to water-based activities.
Tuesday: Building Confidence and Play
- Morning: Learning and practicing auto-belay at the gym, enhancing climbing skills in a controlled environment.
- Lunch Break: A moment to unwind and enjoy a meal together.
- Afternoon: Climbing-themed games in the gym, designed to boost confidence and reinforce climbing skills through play.
Wednesday: Water Day and Gym Climbing
- Morning: Depending on conditions, either tubing or calm water rafting on the French Broad River, emphasizing teamwork and enjoying nature.
- Lunch Break: A peaceful midday break.
- Afternoon: Back to the gym for more climbing practice, reinforcing the skills learned earlier in the week.
Thursday: Adventure and Outdoor Climbing
- Morning: Embark on a nature hike, learning about local flora and fauna and practicing Leave No Trace principles.
- Lunch Break: Enjoying lunch amidst nature.
- Afternoon: Half-day of outdoor climbing, applying indoor skills in a natural setting, and an introduction to outdoor climbing equipment.
Friday: Review, Test, and Celebration
- Morning: Review of climbing skills learned throughout the week.
- Lunch Break: Last lunch together as a group.
- Afternoon: A friendly climbing skills “test” to showcase what they’ve learned, followed by a celebratory pizza party.
Additional Activities and Curriculum Elements
Additional Activities
To enrich the camp experience and ensure comprehensive learning, the following activities will be incorporated as needed:
- Outdoor and Survival Skills: Basic outdoor skills including survival techniques for a well-rounded outdoor education.
- Leave No Trace Principles: Educating campers about environmental stewardship and responsible outdoor activities.
- Knot Tying: Learning various knots, important for climbing and general outdoor knowledge.
- Climbing Equipment Class: Hands-on lessons about different types of climbing equipment, their use, and safety aspects.
- Games: Engaging in various games like dodgeball and disc golf for exercise and fun.
Our Limestone Camp schedule is crafted to balance climbing skill development with outdoor adventures and creative play, ensuring a memorable and educational experience for each young camper.
Campers should come prepared with:
- Comfortable clothing for movement
- Athletic shoes and socks
- Hat for sun protection
- Change of clothes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Personal climbing gear (we will provide gear to campers that do not have any)
Campers are required to bring a bagged lunch to enjoy a nutritious midday meal. (Please no sodas, caffeine or sugary snacks.) We provide healthy snacks to keep energy levels high.
Note: Leave valuables at home. We’re all about enjoying the moment!
Our climbers are expected to have a basic level of independence and ability to follow directions. The safety of our activities necessitates:
- Adherence to simple safety rules
- Respect for counselors and staff
- Ability to spend a full day (7 hours) away from parents
- Focus and attentiveness
- Physical capability for activities without constant 1:1 attention
Ratios: To ensure safety and individual attention, our camper-to-instructor ratio is 6:1.
- Rescheduling: Subject to availability with a $50 fee.
- Cancellation: Full refund 30 days or prior to start date, 50% refund 15-29 days prior to start date, no refund 14 days or less to start date.
- Termination: We maintain the right to send a camper home for non-compliance or safety concerns.
- Pickup/Drop Off: Strict adherence to designated times is required. Parents must drop their kids off at 9 am and pickup at 4 pm.
- Cultivate Climbing Gym: A modern climbing facility equipped with various climbing walls suited for different skill levels.
- The Outpost: A serene 3-acre property on the French Broad River, perfect for outdoor games and activities.
Our team comprises passionate and skilled professionals dedicated to providing personalized attention and instruction. Each staff member undergoes training at the beginning of each summer. There is at least one staff member at all times that has a WFR certification. We maintain an excellent camper-to-staff ratio to ensure safety and individualized learning.