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Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Canoe

Salt Lake City · $2,681/week

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

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, detailing an Outward Bound course for high school students in Southwest Utah, focusing on whitewater rafting and canoeing. Outward Bound USA is accredited by the American Camp Association, with their accreditation expiring in 2025. The organization explicitly states on its website that all staff undergo criminal background checks. Outward Bound is a well-established nonprofit organization, founded by Paul Petzoldt, with over 60 years of operation in the US. While specific Google reviews for this exact course are not readily available, Outward Bound as a whole generally receives very positive feedback, with a Google rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews for their main organization, often highlighting transformative experiences and skilled instructors. This program is an overnight wilderness expedition, designed to build character and outdoor skills.
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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 14–18

Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Canoe 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

Logistics

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

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

What ages does Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Canoe accept?
Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Canoe 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 & Canoe cost?
Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Canoe publishes $2,681/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Canoe's hours?
Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Canoe 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 & Canoe accredited?
Yes — Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Canoe 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 & Canoe?
Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Canoe 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 & Canoe provide lunch?
Yes — Outward Bound Southwest Canyons – Whitewater Raft & Canoe 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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