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▌ Adventure · Ages 14–18

Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack

Salt Lake City

An immersive whitewater rafting and backpacking expedition in the canyons of the Southwest.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, detailing a high school whitewater rafting and backpacking course in Utah's Southwest Canyons offered by Outward Bound. Outward Bound USA is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with their accreditation expiring in 2024. The organization is a non-profit, founded by Paul Petzoldt, and has been operating for over 60 years. While specific staff ratios for this course are not listed, Outward Bound's general safety information indicates that all staff undergo background checks. The program is an overnight wilderness expedition. Google reviews for 'Outward Bound' generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars across thousands of reviews, with themes praising the transformative experiences, skilled instructors, and emphasis on personal growth and resilience. Social media handles found on the Outward Bound website are @outwardbound for Instagram and 'OutwardBound' for Facebook.
ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
Since 196660+ years operating
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 14–18

Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack 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

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Details

  • Category: Adventure
  • Ages: 14–18
  • Hours: Full Day
  • Address: Outward Bound Southwest Program, 2800 E. Cottonwood Pkwy, Suite 400, Salt Lake City, UT 84121
  • Phone: (866) 467-7651
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD Price data unreliable - TBD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack

What ages does Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack accept?
Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack is open to children ages 14–18. 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 Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack cost?
Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD Price data unreliable - TBD. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack's hours?
Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & 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 Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack accredited?
Yes — Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & 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 Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack?
Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & 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 Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Backpack provide lunch?
Yes — Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & 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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