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▌ Adventure · Ages 12–14

Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack

Silver Spring · $1,504/week

This Outward Bound course offers high school students a challenging multi-sport wilderness expedition combining...

▌ Editor's read The Outward Bound website loads successfully, detailing a multi-sport wilderness expedition for high school students. Outward Bound is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for safety and program quality. The organization, founded by Paul Petzoldt, has been operating for over 60 years, establishing a strong legacy in experiential education. The program is an overnight wilderness expedition, focusing on canoeing and backpacking. The website mentions that all staff undergo criminal background checks. Outward Bound generally receives positive feedback in Google reviews, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often highlighting transformative experiences and skilled instructors. Social media handles include @outwardbound on Instagram and OutwardBound on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 12–14

Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. adventure 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
Yes
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Adventure
  • Ages: 12–14
  • Hours: Full Day
  • Address: 9000 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
  • Phone: (301) 601-8090
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $2578 for a 12-day course

↗ What parents like

  • Canoeing and backpacking
  • Develop leadership skills

↘ Watch for

  • No cellphones allowed
  • Sleeps in tents

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack

What ages does Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack accept?
Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack 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 to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack cost?
Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack publishes $1,504/week for the standard session. $2578 for a 12-day course Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack's hours?
Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack runs Full Day. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack accredited?
Yes — Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack?
Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 60 years of operating history. 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 to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack provide lunch?
Yes — Potomac River to Dolly Sods - Canoe & Backpack 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.

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