2027 Dates and Rates
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2027 Registration Information
Early Enrollment for 2027 is September 1-September 15. All campers enrolled during this period receive $100 off 2027 tuition. Open Enrollment will begin on September 16. Please read our registration information for payment and cancellation policies as well as details on our waitlists.
Summer Camp Sessions
| Session | Days | Date | Rates | Grades | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Camp | 3 | Fri, May 14 - Sun, May 16 | See Info | All Ages | Open January, 2027 |
| Session 1 - Rookie Camp | 5 | Sun, June 6 - Thu, June 10 | $1,500 | Rising 1-5 First Time Campers | Open |
| Session 2 | 12 | Sun, June 13 - Thu, June 24 | $4,590 | Rising 2-8 | Open |
| Session 3 | 19 | Sun, June 27 - Thu, July 15 | $6,370 | Rising 4-9 | Open |
| Session 4 | 6 | Sun, July 18 - Fri, July 23 | $2,120 | Rising 2-6 | Open |
| Session 5 | 12 | Sun, July 25 - Thu, Aug 5 | $4,590 | Rising 2-8 | Open |
Rookie Camp is reserved for First-Time Campers only. If you have already attended Rookie Week, please consider a 6, 12 or 19-day session.
Base Camp Expeditions (BCX)
The first step into our Expedition program focusing on Rock Climbing OR Mountain Biking. Base Camp Expeditioners stay on GRP property at an established shelter and build skills on nearby climbing routes and mountain bike trails. Applicants should have prior experience in either activity.
| Sessions | Days | Dates | Rates | Grades | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock & Read | 6 | Sun, July 18 – Fri, July 23 | $2,530 | 7-10 | Open |
| Mountain Biking | 6 | Sun, July 18 – Fri, July 23 | $2,530 | 7-10 | Open |
Blue Ridge Expeditions (BRX)
Our flagship intermediate Expedition program introduces extended wilderness travel by combining time at base camp with multi-day backpacking, rock climbing and white water canoeing.
| Sessions | Days | Dates | Rates | Grades | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge 1 | 12 | Sun, June 13 – Thu, June 24 | $4,490 | 9-12 | Open |
| Blue Ridge 2 | 16 | Mon, June 28 - Tue, July 13 | $5,540 | 9-12 | Open |
| Blue Ridge 3 | 16 | Mon, July 19 - Tue, Aug 3 | $5,540 | 9-12 | Open |
Adventure Plus Expeditions
A full immersive multi-day experience in some of the most rugged and inspiring landscapes in Western North Carolina. Participants develop advanced outdoor skills and independence.
| Sessions | Days | Dates | Rates | Grades | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smoky Mountains Exploration | 12 | Sun, June 13 - June 24 | $4,480 | 10-12 | Open |
| Linville Gorge Climbing | 11 | Mon, June 28 - Thu, July 8 | $4,330 | 10-12 | Limited Availability |
Leadership in Training (LIT)
Over 5 weeks, LITs receive hands on leadership experience by learning and working alongside established counselors. The heart of the LIT Expedition is leadership training and life skills development. Applicants must turn 17 before May 15, 2027 to be elligible.
| Sessions | Days | Dates | Rates | Age | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIT | 33 | Sun, June 13 - Thu, July 15 | $5,930 | 17 years + | Open |
Scholarships
We want camp to be possible for every child, and actively work to build our scholarship funds, partnerships, and access to camp. If you would like to be considered for a scholarship, check “yes” next to “seeking scholarship” on the camper application. We make our initial scholarships decisions in January and then on a rolling basis, as available, after that. We are constantly seeking grants and charitable donations to support our scholarship fund. Please help us bring children to camp by donating and supporting our outreach efforts! For a full description of our scholarship program, see our Ways to Save page that also includes details on work trade opportunities and more ways to save on your child’s summer camp experience.