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Junior 1 & 2 · Co-ed

First big adventures.
Stories for years.

A riverside base camp, mountain views, paddling, and campfire nights. Five days of outdoor fun for younger campers ready to explore with new friends.

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Junior campers with colorful face paint, helmets, and life jackets at their wooded campsite
Ages8–12
Length5 days
GroupCo-ed
DestinationWhite Mountains, NH
Junior White Mountains

The adventure
at a glance.

A good starting point for families considering an overnight adventure. The trip blends active outings with games and time at base camp, giving campers chances to get comfortable with the group and with camp life.

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.

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the adventure.

A look at Junior White Mountains through moments from our own camp trips.

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What makes this trip different

The moments they’ll remember.

01

A riverside home base

Camp in North Woodstock beside the Pemigewasset River, with time for games, swimming, and evenings together.

02

Mountains & water

Explore Franconia Notch, try rock climbing, and paddle a river with staff guiding the experience.

03

A celebration of summer

Enjoy waterpark fun, campfire stories, and the small shared moments that make a trip feel like camp.

A sample itinerary

5 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.

  1. Day 1

    Meet the crew

    Gather in Danville, get to know the group, travel to North Woodstock, and settle into camp. Finish with games and a campfire.

  2. Day 2

    Explore Franconia Notch

    Hike around Artist Bluff and Bald Mountain, with opportunities for climbing, swimming, and a relaxed evening at camp.

  3. Day 3

    Paddle the Pemigewasset

    Head out on the river for paddling, beginner whitewater, and time to enjoy the water together.

  4. Day 4

    Waterpark day

    Celebrate at Whale’s Tale Waterpark, then enjoy games, a town stop, and one more campfire evening.

  5. Day 5

    One last adventure

    Make time for camp games or a final outing, pack up together, and return to Danville with stories to share.

Before camp

A little preparation.
A lot to look forward to.

Clothing & daily essentials

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
Confirm before departure

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 questions

Feel good about
the next step.

Is this suitable for a first overnight camp?

Talk with us about your child’s experience away from home, comfort in a group, and what excites or worries them. We can explain the sleeping arrangements, daily rhythm, and support on the trip before you decide.

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.

Explore camp financial assistance Read our EFA information
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