Maine camp life
Enjoy games at Franklin Farm, paddle Donnell Pond, and experience an overnight adventure under the stars.
Junior 3 · Co-edA little farther.
A little farther.
A whole lot of fun.
Lakeside camping, Maine’s coast, mountain views, and a rafting adventure. Six days of discovery for younger campers who are ready for a bigger trip.
Ages10–13
Length6 days
GroupCo-ed
DestinationAcadia & Franklin, Maine
Junior Acadia AdventureThe adventure
The adventure
at a glance.
For campers excited by travel, outdoor activity, and several nights away with a group. This trip adds Maine destinations and a wider range of adventures to the junior camp experience.
New experiences, shared meals, camp games, and evenings together are all part of the trip. Staff help the group settle into camp life and find the right balance of encouragement, challenge, and fun.
The details below describe the established trip format. Confirm upcoming dates, tuition, and the final itinerary with our camp team.
See the experienceStep inside
Step inside
the adventure.
A look at Junior Acadia Adventure through moments from our own camp trips.
Adventurelore filmWhat makes this trip different
The moments they’ll remember.
Acadia up close
Explore the coast through hiking, climbing, and time around Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor.
A river to remember
Join a guided rafting experience on the Kennebec, then bring the adventure back through the White Mountains.
A sample itinerary6 days.
6 days.
A new story each day.
Based on our published trip itinerary. Weather, access, water conditions, and group needs may change the sequence or activities.
- Day 1
Danville to Franklin
Meet the group, travel to Maine with breaks along the way, set up camp, and get familiar with Franklin Farm.
- Day 2
Paddle & explore
Enjoy camp games, paddle Donnell Pond, and take on an overnight outdoor adventure with the group.
- Day 3
Sunrise & lake time
Wake to a new view, enjoy time at the lake, then return to Franklin for games and an evening together.
- Day 4
Discover Acadia
Explore the national park through hiking and climbing opportunities, visit Bar Harbor, and travel toward the rafting base.
- Day 5
Raft the Kennebec
Spend a day on the river with rafting guides before traveling to the White Mountains for a campfire evening.
- Day 6
Home with stories
Enjoy breakfast and a final camp adventure, pack up, and return to families in Danville.
Before campA little preparation.
A little preparation.
A lot to look forward to.
Ready to be outside.
- Clothes and footwear suited to active outdoor days
- Layers and rain protection
- Swimwear, towel, and a change of clothes
- Water bottle, sun protection, and personal essentials
Get the camp-specific list.
Ask which camping and activity gear is supplied and what to bring for sleeping, hiking, paddling, or biking. Equipment needs differ by trip.
Discuss allergies, medications, and participation needs with the office during registration so staff have the right information.
This is a starting checklist. Follow the final packing and preparation information for your specific session.
Parent questionsFeel good about
Feel good about
the next step.
How is Junior Acadia different from Junior White Mountains?
Junior Acadia is a six-day trip for ages 10–13 with Maine lake and coastal destinations and guided rafting. Junior White Mountains is a five-day trip for ages 8–12, based in North Woodstock. We can help you compare the travel and activity demands.
Where does the trip begin and end?
Our published trips begin and end at Adventurelore in Danville, New Hampshire. Confirm check-in and return times, transportation arrangements, and any changes with the office for your session.
Is the itinerary guaranteed?
The itinerary shows the shape of the adventure. Weather, water levels, access, group needs, and logistics may change the order, locations, or activities. We can explain the current plan before registration.
What about homesickness, food, medications, or staying in touch?
These are good questions to discuss before signing up. Ask us about sleeping arrangements, meal planning, allergies and medications, communication with home, and how staff support campers away from home.
Help with camp costs.
Explore hometown assistance, EFA, and a short list of organizations that may help eligible families pay for camp. Parents and guardians contact each funder to confirm their selected camp qualifies.
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A riverside base camp, mountain views, paddling, and campfire nights. Five days of outdoor fun for younger campers ready to explore with new friends.
See the trip, film & itineraryLet’s talk about Junior Acadia Adventure.
We can help with age fit, experience, current dates, and registration.