What ages does Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe accept?

Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe is open to children ages 12–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe cost?

Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe publishes $2,578/week for the standard session. $4,420 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe?

Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe provide lunch?

Yes — Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

How does Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Baltimore?

Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe is one of 9 outdoors/nature camps in Baltimore that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 12–14

Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe

Baltimore · $2,578/week

A multi-day wilderness expedition combining backpacking and canoeing for middle school students.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, detailing a 12-day Outward Bound course for 12-14 year olds involving backpacking and canoeing. Outward Bound is a non-profit organization with a long history, founded in 1941. While this specific course isn't individually accredited by the ACA, Outward Bound as an organization is widely recognized for its experiential education programs. The website mentions that all staff undergo criminal background checks. Google reviews for 'Outward Bound' generally show high satisfaction, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, frequently praising the transformative nature of the programs and the quality of instructors. The program is an overnight wilderness expedition. Social media handles found on the site include @outwardbound for Instagram and 'OutwardBound' for Facebook.

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 12–14

Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. outdoors/nature programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: Not listed
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Outdoors/Nature
Ages: 12–14
Address: Outward Bound Chesapeake Bay, 10000 Discovery Way, Baltimore, MD 21226, USA
Phone: 410-448-1721
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: $4,420

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe

What ages does Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe accept?: Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe is open to children ages 12–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe cost?: Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe publishes $2,578/week for the standard session. $4,420 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe?: Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe provide lunch?: Yes — Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Baltimore?: Big Run to Potomac River – Backpack & Canoe is one of 9 outdoors/nature camps in Baltimore that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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