Outer Banks Sea Kayak
A challenging sea kayaking expedition in the Outer Banks for high school students, focusing on leadership and
▌ Editor's read The Outward Bound Outer Banks Sea Kayak course is an overnight wilderness expedition for high school students, focusing on sea kayaking, camping, and leadership development. Outward Bound, founded in 1962, is a non-profit organization with a long history of outdoor education. The organization is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, demonstrating a commitment to industry standards for safety and program quality. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Outward Bound generally show a high rating (e.g., Outward Bound USA has a 4.8-star rating from over 1,000 reviews), with common themes praising the transformative experiences, skilled instructors, and emphasis on personal growth and resilience. 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
Who thrives here Ages 16–18
Outer Banks Sea Kayak 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 adventure, 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
- Yes
- Established
- 1966 (60 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Adventure
- Ages: 16–18
- Hours: Full Day
- Address: Outward Bound, 2000 Old Post Rd, Suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28217
- Phone: 866-467-7651
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Outer Banks Sea Kayak
- What ages does Outer Banks Sea Kayak accept?
- Outer Banks Sea Kayak is open to children ages 16–18. 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 Outer Banks Sea Kayak cost?
- Outer Banks Sea Kayak publishes $2,928/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Outer Banks Sea Kayak's hours?
- Outer Banks Sea Kayak 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 Outer Banks Sea Kayak accredited?
- Yes — Outer Banks Sea Kayak 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 Outer Banks Sea Kayak?
- Outer Banks Sea Kayak 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 Outer Banks Sea Kayak provide lunch?
- Yes — Outer Banks Sea Kayak 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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