What do campers do at Menogyn? Plan, practice, prepare, grow and accomplish!
Days 1 and 2
The first 48 hours are spent preparing for the upcoming adventure. Through planning the route and menu, learning new skills for wilderness travel, and all-camp activities, campers make new friends, build group trust and get ready in mind, body and spirit to go “on-trail.” Campers are checked-in by the health officer, visit the canoe workshop and learn about safely traveling through the area.
Day 3 and On
Campers typically go out “on-trail” the morning of Day 3. Daily activities vary depending on the type of trip. Every camper will have time to practice their new skills, whether they are learning the j-stroke, packing a backpack, or using the proper belay technique. The challenges of small group wilderness travel help to develop maturity and self-esteem, as well as positive interactions with peers. While on-trail, campers continue to have input in the daily schedule, learn about leave-no-trace camping and flora and fauna.
Second-to-Last Day of Camp
After being welcomed ‘home’ to base camp from trail in the afternoon, campers visit the health officer, and are then treated to a sauna and a banquet dinner. An all-camp Closing Campfire celebrates everyone’s achievements, and the evening ends with a trail-group closing ceremony.
Last Day
Following breakfast, campers fill out brief evaluations and exchange contact information before boarding the bus for the story-filled trip back home.
