Summer Camp

At Merrowvista we live life differently...
Our days are simpler but richer. We challenge often but have more fun. The outdoors is our home. Transportation is a bike, a pair of sneakers, canoe, or hiking boots. We laugh a lot and celebrate effort as much as success. We work together to create a community where individuals are respected, and where our values guide our actions. We gain confidence. We share. We have fun.

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Philosophy

Merrowvista inspires young people to discover more about who they are and to develop their best selves. We achieve this by creating a fun and safe environment where cambers will challenge themselves to learn new skills, make new friends, and practice putting their values into action. Campers from 8-17 will find a progression of age appropriate adventures and opportunities waiting for them. Our philosophy of "Best Self," "Balanced Living," and "Healthy Friendships" is intentionally interwoven throughout the camp experiences.

in-Camp Programs (grades 3-8)

In the Pioneer and Discoverer Programs (youth entering grades 3-7), campers choose from a wide range of activities including arts and crafts, athletics, performing arts, outdoor adventure, and water front fun. The 1-week Discoverer program provides an introduction to all the joy of Merrowvista camp life. The 2 and 3 week Pioneer programs allow campers to experience an overnight camping adventure on top of all the in-camp activities.

The Trailblazer program offers new challenges for campers entering 7th and 8th grade. In addition to the in-camp activites offered, they adventure daringly on a 3 day backpacking trip and a 2 day canoeing trip in the Ossipee region. As the oldest in-camp program, Trailblazers act as role models to the Merrowvista community.

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Adventure Program (grades 9-12)

For campers entering grades 9 through 12, we offer wilderness adventure trips in our Four Trails Program. Campers enjoy the community and traditions of Merrowvista as they embark on hiking, biking, or canoeing expeditions during 3 or 4 week sessions. These trips offer age appropriate challenges that help campers learn to live in community and reach for their personal best. Click here to learn more about 4-trails adventure programs.

Staff

Merrowvista staff are caring youth development professionals who come from all over the U.S. and beyond to share their skills with your children. They are chosen very carefully, bringing honesty, integrity and energy to the job. All staff are fully trained and certified for the activities they lead. A minimum of their first year of college is required as well as an extensive training at camp prior to the campers' arrivals.

Our trip leaders are minimum 21 years of age. The Instructors are highly trained in expedition leadership skills which include: biking, canoeing and backpacking leadership; wilderness emergency response, first aid and prevention; risk management training; life-guarding and waterfront management; group facilitation; gear maintenance; and the delicate skill of empowering young people to strive for something greater within themselves.

A Safe Environment

Merrowvista is fully accredited by the American Camping Association. We safeguard the health and safety of each participant and meet or exceed state health and safety requirements. American Red Cross standards guide waterfront activities. Merrowvista maintains a fully equipped health center with on-site health professionals. We also have a physician on call at a nearby hospital.

Questions

If you have questions about Merrowvista Camp programs and availability, please contact Bailey Sheats at bsheats@ayf.com or via phone (603) 539-6607 ext. 2052