Teens at Camp.......
Our Teen Camps are designed for 12 to 14 year olds who are ready for new challenges and new responsibilities. Teen Camps run out of our specially designed Teen Center - where teens have time to gather and reflect upon the day. Teen Camps give campers the space and environment needed to be themselves. All of our Teen Camps include many of our traditional camp activities, but each Teen Camp has a unique focus. Many activities are in the National Forest, Camp Jackson operates under a special use permit from the USDA Forest Service, San Isabel.

Extreme Teen Paddling - Campers experience the Arkansas River in all its moods. Pack out leaves on Wednesday, where campers spend two days and one night on the river, rafting through tranquil pools and braving the rapids.

Extreme Teen Riding - Campers have a greater amount of hands-on time learning riding skills, gymkhana events, feeding, and tack. Ride through spectacular scenery and camp out under the stars with your equine companion. Campers must have prior riding experience to attend this program.

Extreme Teen Terrain - As a team, campers learn the basics of rock climbing and rappelling. Tuesday offers a day of rafting on the Arkansas. Wednesday, it’s time to hit the trail for a challenging overnight climbing trip.

Extreme Teen Combo - This two week camp includes paddling, terrain and riding - combining all our extreme programs for the ultimate adventure experience.

Leaders In Training - The LIT program is for teens who love camp and want to gain or improve leadership skills. It is also a chance to build amazing friendships and become more connected to our Camp Jackson community. This program focuses on leadership through team activities, high and low challenge courses and group experiences mixed with traditional camp activities. During the second week, campers will learn how to instruct camp activities. This program gives the LITs the skills and experiences they need to be leaders.

Teen Base Camp - If you loved our Base Camp program.then sign up for our Teen Base Camp. This program includes all the same programming as our Base Camp programs - specialty areas and tribal theming as well as new teen only activities including our high ropes course. Our Teen Base campers stay in our Teen Center. Teen Base campers make up our 7th tribe.

Camp Elite - Now in its third year, this 3 day program focuses on leadership skills and the importance of healthy relationships and choices in a teens life, all with a Camp Jackson twist. Activities include workshops, guest speakers and high ropes.