Summer Camp Activities
Scroll through to see what kind of activities your camper will be participating in while at Gasper River. Activities are determined by the grade level of the camp. As campers get older and return to Gasper, they will be able to participate in the higher and more challenging activities.
The River
Almost everyone’s favorite activity at camp, there’s no better way to spend a hot summer day than in the river. Campers will get to do a variety of activities during their river time including paddling in a Corcl, swimming, floating down the rapids, and looking for geodes. Older campers will have the opportunity to use canoes or kayaks. All campers wear lifejackets and are accompanied by a certified lifeguard when in the river.
All age groups go in the river.
Low Elements Course
The Low Elements Course provides a wonderful opportunity for experiential learning. Challenges, ranging from simple to very difficult and encourage groups to utilize teamwork, communication, problem solving and trust to accomplish their goals. The elements include a trust walk, Trolleys, Holy Roller, TP Shuffle, The King's Finger, Whale Watch, Moon Walk, Spider Web, Nuclear Fence, Lava Pit, Blind Maze, Wall, Elevator Escape, Labyrinth, Swamp Swap, and Trust Fall.
All age groups participate in Low Elements. Lifting elements are reserved for middle and high schoolers.
Archery
Staff members will teach campers how to use a compound and/or long bow and campers will be able to practice aiming and trying to hit the targets. Campers might also get to participate in games or challenges using their archery skills.
Explorer (3rd/4th grade) and Expedition (5th/6th grade) Campers get to do archery.
Zip Line
Get ready to take a step out in faith! The zipline challenges participants to get out of their comfort zone and step out into the air. A trained staff member will lead you through all of the steps for the ride of a lifetime on our 350 ft. zip line! This challenge helps build self esteem, self confidence, communication and trust! It's a Gasper River favorite!!!
Expedition Campers (5th/6th grade) and older get to do the zipline.
Vertical Playground
The Vertical Playground is our newest challenge element! Harness in and attempt to climb 4 separate stages-the rope ladder, the tires, the giant ladder and the cargo net to ring the cow bell at the top-a whopping 45 feet in the air! This element challenges the participant to get way out of their comfort zone and see how high they can go.
Expedition Campers (5th/6th grade) and older get to do the vertical playground.
Giant Swing
The Giant Swing is an awesome group experience! One person will be lifted up to 42 feet into the air by the rest of the group. When the desired height is reached, the participant will pull the rip cord and go flying through the air! This wonderful element challenges you go higher than you thought you could go and to work as a part of a team to lift others to new heights!
Quest Campers (7th/8th grade) and older get to do the Giant Swing.
Rappelling
Let a trained staff member take you over the edge of our 25 ft. rappelling cliff overlooking the beautiful Gasper River. Participants will learn to push themselves to the limit on this wonderful and safe activity. Rappelling helps build self confidence, trust, community and communication.
Quest Campers (7th/8th grade) and older get to go rappelling.
Jacob's Ladder
Grab a partner and challenge yourself on our most challenging element! Climb the 30-foot Jacob's Ladder using only your partner and rungs of the ladder that get farther apart as you go. This challenge encourages teamwork, communication, and trust while helping individuals develop problem solving skills and self-confidence.
Only Camp LIFE (high school) is able to do Jacob’s Ladder.
