BY LOGAN LEE, COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT
For more than 80 years, Rock Springs Ranch has been a place where campers build friendships, explore the outdoors, and create lifelong memories. While camp traditions built over the years remain at the heart of the experience, Rock Springs Ranch continues to grow and evolve to meet the interests and needs of today’s youth.
In addition to traditional 4-H camps and teen leadership camps, our team now offers a variety of options including: Ranch Camp, Shooting Sports Camp, Cooking Camp, Outdoor Wilderness Leadership Skills (OWLS) Camp, and for our youngest campers, Mini Camp. These options are designed to create a more personalized and enriching experience for every camper. Through it all, the commitment to providing meaningful camp experiences remains as strong as ever.
“The dynamics of camp allows kids to gain skills that help them navigate life and overcome challenges through experiential learning. I really enjoy watching campers come to camp where everything is new and exciting for them and they learn to challenge themselves away from home,” said Camp Director Jared Gleason.
Traditional Camp is offered throughout the summer with options for half-week or week-long sessions for campers ages 8-17 years old. Campers can take part in a range of activities such as horseback riding, archery, hiking and swimming. This experience build sindependence, develops leadership skills, and makes lifelong friendships.
Leaders-in-Training Camp is designed for campers ages 14-15 years old. This camp provides exciting activities and challenges while focusing on civic engagement. During this week teens find a sense of belonging through team building, leadership exercises and a spirit of generosity.
Counselors-in-Training Camp is for campers ages 16-17 years old who are interested in learning more about leadership. They take on additional responsibilities by helping full-time staff with younger campers during the day, while also enjoying camp with their peers. This program builds skills in problem solving, planning and peer cooperation.
Specialty Camps offer an exclusive camp experience for 11-14 year olds to focus on specific interests. Options include Ranch Camp, Shooting Sports, Cooking Camp, and Outdoor Wilderness Leadership Skills (OWLS) Camp.
Mini Camp is a three day, two night camp introduction for campers ages 6-8 years olds. With a higher staff to camper ratio, this camp allows young campers to safely explore what Traditional 4-H Camp is like in a shorter, more concise timeframe.