Nature's Classroom
ADVENTURE CAMP
Hancock, NH
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Greetings Adventure Camp Families and friends,
First off, I'd like to thank all campers, families and staff for a wonderful summer 2022. It was truly a great summer, the best of my 6 summers at Adventure Camp. Amazing staff, amazing campers, and amazing families as always.
Now for the news I've put off far too long and I apologize for that. Unfortunately, after summer 2022 ended Boston University decided not to extend Nature's Classroom's lease any further. This essentially means that Nature's Classroom Adventure Camp will not be happening for summer 2023. BU was always excellent to Nature's Classroom and provided a lot of support through COVID but with limited programming for 2 years at the facility a decision had to be made.
I know how much this camp means to many campers, staff, and families and it means a lot to me too. Camp shaped my life as I've been a part of camp programming at various camps since I can remember. Nature's Classroom Adventure Camp was a special program on a beautiful property, but it was the quality of the community we created that made it so incredible. Having the opportunity to watch campers campers and staff grow these past 6 summers was an experience I will carry with me forever. I hope that one day I can figure out a way to re-create a version of Adventure Camp somehow, somewhere, but for this upcoming summer I've decided to take a step away from camps. These past 2 years have been extremely challenging and without getting into the gory details, I'll just say a change of pace is needed for a bit.
Currently, I'm not sure what Boston University is planning to do with the facility. I know the Friends of Sargent organization are working hard and expanding in order to help rebuild something and I'm certainly rootling for them! BU still has amazing maintenance staff at Sargent keeping everything looking good and running properly. ​
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions. There still isn't a lot of info out there as to what may be in store for the future of Sargent Center. I am now currently in Colorado working for a new Outdoor Education program and quite busy so its tough to respond very efficiently. Its been a challenge to get everything in order personally as I settle in out here for a new chapter of life. I love Nature's Classroom Adventure Camp and if there is ever a chance to rebuild I would happily support that any way possible.
I wish all campers, families, and staff the very best and thank you all again for helping to create the greatest camp community I've ever been a part of.
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Sincerely,
Matt Caliendo - Adventure Camp Director
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Adventure Camp is a magical place where children explore the out-of doors, try unique and challenging activities, make new friends and learn about themselves. Adventure Camp strives to create a supportive community where campers grow in relationship to themselves, each other and the natural world. For many children, camp is one of the most memorable experiences of their lives.​
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Every summer at Adventure Camp we strive to make your child’s outdoor experience one they will never forget. Our goal is to foster growth in each camper’s self-confidence, sense of responsibility, understanding of others, and decision making skills while helping them enjoy summer’s fun and excitement.
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Our philosophy of adventure is to provide children with a wide array of activities and experiences that supports them in choosing and celebrating their own level of challenge. Our programs are designed with progression built in, so there are many choices for
in-camp adventures and skill development. Every year we evaluate our program, seeking new opportunities for campers to challenge themselves and grow in positive ways.
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I look forward to seeing our returning campers this summer and look forward to introducing new campers to the magic of Adventure Camp!
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Sincerely,
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Kobe Biederman
Adventure Camp Director