Explorers
Description
Explorers • July 12–24, 2026
Ages 14–15 (opens to age 13 beginning March 1)
Runs during Sessions B and C

The Explorers Program is a 13-day high-adventure experience designed for older campers who want greater challenge, independence, and excitement. This session includes:

Three-night backpacking trip

Training in outdoor living skills and low-impact camping

Optional trip to a County Fair (additional fee)

Optional trip to Sky High Adventure Park (additional fee)

Stay-over weekend with laundry run, Mass, and supper out (included)

“Staff for a Day” experience during the second week (optional)

In addition to these adventures, Explorers enjoy special evening programs, extra campfires, and a later curfew. Participants may pursue multiple Award Clubs during their stay and have the freedom to switch clubs as they wish.

This is a full two-week session that includes a stay-over weekend, during which campers head into town for laundry, Mass, and dinner—all included in your registration fee. The optional Staff for a Day shadowing opportunity offers a behind-the-scenes look at camp life. While it can be great preparation for our CIT program, this session is designed purely for enjoyment and includes no formal staff training.

A suggested packing list for this session will be available on our website.
Location:
Camp Turner
Dates:
7/12/2026 2:00 PM - 7/24/2026 6:00 PM
Ages:
Ages 14 - 15
Cost:
$1,275.00
Availability:
Registration opens on Friday, December 5 at 6:00 AM
Additional Options
County Fair
A half day trip to the Cattaraugus, Allegany or Chautauqua County Fair. Ages 12 and up. Includes admission, transportation and supper. Does not include carnival games. 		+ $49.00
Optional Trip to High Ropes Course
Ages 13 and up only.
+ $89.00
Early Departure
1:30 PM on departure day only.
$25 per family.
Parents please remember to stop at the nurse for a report even if you did not bring medications. Also remember to pick up your canteen refund. Early Departure is NOT available to bus riders.
+ $25.00