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Youth
Pack Trip
July 5
- July 14, 2010
Wyoming
Mountain Horse Camp
Wilderness Camping and Adventure
horses, camping, fishing, hiking, navigation, riflery,
maps/orienteering, axemanship, wilderness skills
OVERVIEW
Our Youth Pack Trip
is a ten-day residential camp in the wild country of Wyoming's beautiful
Wind River Mountain Range. This uniquely western adventure focuses heavily
on horsemanship, but our campers also learn numerous skills important
to surviving in the mountains. Campers of all levels are welcome. The
experienced staff of Allen's Diamond Four Ranch provides a safe and
fun learning experience for every child, from campers without any experience
to seasoned cowboys and cowgirls. Our average counselor-to-student ratio
is more than 1:2.
HORSEMANSHIP
Diamond Four campers will learn all of the basics of working with horses,
including catching and saddling their own horse. They
will become experienced young riders and horsemen in a safe environment
(most of our riding is done at a walk due to the rough terrain). Other
activities may include feeding, hobbling, packing, and even riding
bareback when opportunities arise.
HIKING
We use our own legs as much as we ride our horses. Some days include
a short nature hike during which we learn about trees and flowers, while
others involve a longer trek. Campers learn what clothing to
wear and what survival objects and clothing to pack in a day pack. Orienteering
and map reading are learned skills essential for each member
of the group to help navigate the way to our destination. Campers are
also introduced to the idea of good expedition behavior, or simply
put, looking out for each other. This is a very basic (yet extremely
important) attitude when the success of a group depends on each individual;
it is also a valuable tool in society that campers can use for the rest
of their lives.
FISHING
We also have lots of opportunity for mountain fishing. Campers receive
instruction in fly and/or spin fishing, but some opt for leaving
their gear at home and taking a cold dip in the lake or stream instead.
AXEMANSHIP &
RIFLERY
Campers learn basic skills and safety in both axemanship and
riflery. The remote wilderness trails were (and still are) cleared completely
by hand; axemanship is a fundamental skill for backwoods travel.
Although we don't carry firearms on routine excursions, a basic knowledge
of rifle safety and marksmanship are wilderness skills
utilized by early mountain explorers for their survival and sustenance.
A basic knowledge of firearms and gun safety is just as important for
youth today.
Campers
are given expert instruction and are monitored very closely when using
axes and rifles.
Our number one goal is safety for everyone.
Any camper can be removed from the activity by behaving carelessly.
CAMPING
The highlight of the trip is a 5-day camping expedition into
the wilderness from the Diamond Four Ranch. The campers get to utilize
the skills they have learned so far and continue to build their knowledge
while surrounded by the beauty and peacefulness of this virtually untouched
country. We stress low-impact practices, leaving the wilderness
as untouched as we found it.
Click
here for Youth Pack Trip itinerary and printable gear list.
"The trip Ira and Erin had with you this past summer was a thrill
for them. They retell each other stories from the trip with great fondness
for all of you and the other campers, and the wranglers. Thank you for
all the guidance and care you gave them. We all think of you and those
spectacular mountains when we think of Wyoming." Neil
"Just talked to a very excited kid - 'Mom, we learned TONS!' Thanks
so much for giving her a great experience - hope I get to come along
next time." Kelly
"Christin was wonderful with Nick. And where did you find Brittney
and Peter? They are two of the most impressive young people I've met.
Funny, smart, caring and challenging. Nick hopes they'll be back next
year because he certainly plans to be! At one point Nick said, 'They're
like my other family.' And I think that says it all." ~Ann
Click
here for Youth Pack Trip itinerary and printable gear list.
July 5 - July 14, 2010
Ages 10-16
$1495
For more
information and reservations, please call:
Jim and Mary Allen
(307) 332-2995
Summer Cell (307) 349-6784 or 349-7736
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