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Teen adventures · Co-ed

Island days.
Campfire nights.

Sail, paddle, explore, and live a little closer to the water. This eight-day adventure brings together Maine’s islands, Acadia, and the Kennebec River.

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Adventurelore campers sailing along the Maine coast
Ages13–17
Length8 days
GroupCo-ed
DestinationMaine coast & islands
Land & Sea Adventure

The adventure
at a glance.

For teens drawn to a varied trip with plenty of water, travel, and shared camp life. Island camping, active days, and time with a small group are central to the 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.

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the adventure.

A look at Land & Sea Adventure through moments from our own camp trips.

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What makes this trip different

The moments they’ll remember.

01

Live the island rhythm

Travel to Stave Island in Frenchman Bay, explore the shoreline, and settle into island camp life.

02

Find your water adventure

Sailing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and tubing make room for a different kind of day.

03

Go beyond the coast

Add climbing and hiking in Acadia and a guided rafting day on the Kennebec River.

A sample itinerary

8 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

    Welcome to Maine

    Meet in Danville, travel to Franklin Farm, set up camp, and break the ice with games and time outdoors.

  2. Day 2

    Toward Stave Island

    Explore Schoodic Mountain and travel by boat toward island camp, with plans shaped by weather and tides.

  3. Day 3

    An island day

    Choose from sailing, paddling, shoreline exploring, swimming, and group time around camp.

  4. Day 4

    Back to the mainland

    Enjoy a final island morning, return to Franklin, and recharge with showers and games at the farm.

  5. Day 5

    Acadia & Bar Harbor

    Hike, climb, or rappel in Acadia, explore the coastline, and spend time in Bar Harbor.

  6. Day 6

    Pond or river adventures

    Enjoy camp time and water activities at George’s Pond or the Union River before traveling to the rafting base.

  7. Day 7

    Raft the Kennebec

    Join rafting guides for a whitewater day, then travel to North Woodstock for the final campfire night.

  8. Day 8

    The trip home

    Fit in a final adventure, pack up, and return to Danville to reconnect with families.

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.

Does my teen need sailing or paddling experience?

Tell us about their swimming ability, comfort on the water, and previous outdoor experience. We can explain instruction, activity demands, equipment, and how the group moves between destinations.

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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