Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 14–16 · $2,732/week
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▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 14–16

Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition

Rockland · $2,732/week

A multi-element expedition combining backpacking and canoeing through the Maine wilderness, focusing on outdoor skills.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as a real camp website for an Outward Bound course. Outward Bound is a non-profit educational organization. The specific course, 'Maine Appalachian – Backpack & Canoe,' is a 15-day overnight wilderness expedition for 14-16 year olds, running from June 27, 2026, to July 11, 2026. The program focuses on backpacking, canoeing, navigation, and leadership skills in the Maine wilderness. While the specific course is not individually accredited by the ACA, Outward Bound as an organization has a strong reputation for safety and program quality. 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 experiences and skilled instructors. The organization's Instagram handle is @outwardbound and their Facebook handle is OutwardBound.
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Who thrives here Ages 14–16

Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in outdoors/nature, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

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: 14–16
  • Address: Outward Bound, 1000 Hurricane Island, Rockland, ME 04841
  • Phone: 866-467-7651
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $5,855

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition

What ages does Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition accept?
Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition is open to children ages 14–16. 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 Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition cost?
Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition publishes $2,732/week for the standard session. $5,855 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition?
Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition 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 Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition provide lunch?
Yes — Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition 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 Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Rockland?
Maine Appalachian Backpack & Canoe Expedition is one of 6 outdoors/nature camps in Rockland 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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