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Skidmore College
Pre-Orientation Programs

斗岩 & 河

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Some of you may have already experienced the many adventures that the outdoors  必须提供. Others of you may be waiting for the chance. Well here it is! 加入 us for rock climbing, hiking and whitewater rafting adventure! These trips are open to anyone whether you have had experience or not. Trips are guided by experienced, licensed guides and upper-class peer leaders. The trip includes rock-climbing instruction, a beautiful hike and a whitewater rafting trip, as well as an introduction to life 在火博体育. Hanging out under the stars around the campfire will provide the perfect setting for getting to know fellow incoming students and working on leadership skills.

bbraftingAlthough this program is open to beginners, it is for those who have a healthy sense of adventure, a respect for the outdoors and a desire to challenge themselves. We will be camping at Camp Fowler roughly a 20 minute walk to the main facilities at Camp Fowler in Speculator, New York. Come and play with us in the Adirondacks!

IT GETS VERY COLD AT NIGHT IN THE ADIRONDACKS.........Layers are Imperative

Please do not forget to fill out all 要求 forms to attend SCOOP, found on the 独家新闻首页.

Packing Lists are all listed on the main SCOOP page under the program lists

 

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岩石 & 河 sample Itinerary but, trust me it’s so much more…………..

Day 1: Sign in for your program at 12:30 Porter Plaza and depart for Camp Fowler at 1:15

  • Arrive at Camp Fowler around 3:00
  • 冰断路器
  • 6点吃晚饭
  • 7:00 Surprise event
  • 10:00 Bonfire and S’mores

Day 2: 8am 早餐                                                                                                                  

  • 岩石 Climbing and 徒步旅行
  • 寒冷的
  • 晚餐
  • Bon fire/bonding

第三天:

  • 早餐
  • A day of Whitewater Rafting on the Hudson
  • 6点吃晚饭
  • 寒冷
  • 火坑

 第四天:

  • 早餐 load buses back to Skid with your new friends!!!!!