Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 12–14 · $2,800/week
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▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 12–14

Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026

Rockville · $2,800/week

This Outward Bound course offers a multi-day canoe expedition on the Potomac River combined with environmental service projects for participants aged 12-14.

▌ Editor's read The Outward Bound website loads successfully, detailing a Potomac River Canoe & Environmental Service course for 12-14 year olds. This is an overnight program focused on wilderness skills, environmental stewardship, and personal growth through a multi-day canoe expedition. While this specific course doesn't have individual Google reviews, Outward Bound as an organization generally receives high ratings, with Outward Bound USA having a 4.8-star rating from over 1,000 reviews on Google, with reviewers frequently praising the transformative experiences and dedicated instructors. The organization states that all staff undergo extensive training, including background checks. The website does not explicitly state ACA accreditation for this specific course or its parent organization, nor does it provide a specific staff-to-participant ratio. Outward Bound is a non-profit educational organization.
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Who thrives here Ages 12–14

Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026 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: 10000 Executive Pkwy #200, Rockville, MD 20852, USA
  • Phone: (301) 601-8000
  • Cost notes: $3,200

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026

What ages does Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026 accept?
Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026 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 Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026 cost?
Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026 publishes $2,800/week for the standard session. $3,200 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026?
Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026 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 Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026 provide lunch?
Potomac River – Canoe & Environmental Service - 12-14 - 07/24/2026 to 07/31/2026 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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