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 PROGRAM OPTIONS
PROGRAM OPTIONS
 Adventure Challenge 10-14This one week program is a great introduction to Adventure Camp. Each morning campers spend time with their field group exploring the Sargent Center and learning wilderness skills . The rest of the day is spent in three activity blocks selected during registration. Campers will also enjoy all camp evening activities and relax on the meadow or take a swim in the lake during free time. The week ends with a final challenge on the High Ropes Course! Click here to learn more! |  Adventure Quest 10-12This two week program offers campers the chance to participate in three different activity blocks each week. Campers will spend part of the morning teambuilding with their field group and preparing for a 2 night campout on the Sargent property. Campers will also enjoy all camp evening activities, free time and a chance to go through the High Ropes Course! Click here to learn more! |  Leadership in Training Program 15-17The Leadership in Training Program offers our older campers the chance to participate in camp in a whole new way. Campers are given more responsibility as they assist staff with activity blocks, take on a service project, and plan and carry out their own 3 night off site trip. This program will help campers learn about adventure education, hone outdoor skills, and lay the foundation for future leadership roles at camp and beyond! Click here to learn more! |
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 Adventure Trek 13-14This two week program has it all! Wilderness adventures, high ropes courses, and fun at camp. The Adventure Trek Program is an opportunity for campers to enjoy our residential program with three new activities per week. Campers will have the chance to make their own primitive equipment for use during a 2 night onsite camping trip. This program allows campers to focus on such skills as friction fires, shelter building, cordage, wild edibles, bow making and more! Click here to learn more! |