YMCA Camp Ralph S. Mason

If you would like to ask about any of the Adventure Bound Treks please email Alissa at alissa@campmason.org

Allegheny Mountain Adventure
$475, July 13-18
Ages 13-16

The Loyalsock Trail is famous for its beautiful scenery as it winds through the Allegheny Mountains in Pennsylvania. It follows old logging roads, abandoned railroad grades, clear mountain streams, and the Towanda Indian Trail, which predates European settlement. This 60 mile trail surrounded by the wilderness of Tiadaghton and Wyoming State Forests will be our home for the week as we carry everything we need on our backs. Be part of a select group of trekkers exploring forests and peaks while rediscovering that “wilderness within”.

Boots and Paddles
$495, August 3-9
Ages 12-14

Our wilderness sampler! Learn all about adventure trekking as we explore the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. This 72,000 acre scenic wilderness will test your resolve and reward your accomplishments. We will start by backpacking for three days and two nights on the famous Appalachian Trail. While not the entire Maine to Georgia route, we are going to trek a truly wild stretch high atop the ridge of the Kittatinny Mountains. Then we swap boots for paddles to canoe down the free-flowing Delaware River where you’ll enjoy fishing, swimming, and camping out on the moonlit banks each night. Intermediate swim level required.

Beyond Boots and Paddles
$495, July 13-19
Ages 14-16

Here’s a great, traditional wilderness sampler for the older trekker ready and looking for a little more challenge than our introductory treks. We’ll hike a more challenging section of the Appalachian Trail in New Jersey complete with great views and a real feeling of accomplishment. After our three days on the AT we’ll head to the Upper Delaware. This section above the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area boasts more whitewater for the older trekker. You’ll still enjoy the same exciting swimming, fishing, and camping experience with a bit more of a challenge all while hanging out with friends in your age group. Intermediate swim level required.

River Runners
$475, August 17-22
Ages 12-14

The Upper Delaware is the last pure, free-flowing river left in the east. Starting up near the headwaters in New York we’ll paddle for 5 days through rapids and eddies, under bridges and cliffs and through the best bald eagle watching area around. We’ll fish, swim, soak up the sun, and paddle down to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, camping along the river each night. Learn canoeing and camping skills while dangling your feet in the refreshing waters as they carry your canoe to adventure. Intermediate swim level required.

River Runners Extra
$495, July 6-12
Ages 14-16

Our most popular trek modified for the older trekker who wants to see and do more! We’ll pick up our paddles and launch our canoes in the Upper Delaware, making sure we hit the best rapids the Delaware has to offer. Our six day expedition will be spent fishing, swimming, soaking up the sun, and camping by the river each night. We’ll end our trek in the beautiful Delaware Water Gap where the river cuts a passage straight through the Appalachian Mountains. A great wilderness experience for trekkers interested in canoeing, nature, and having a blast! Intermediate swim level required.

Ropes and Boats
$495, July 20-25
Ages 12-14

If you crave action on the cliffs and in the water then this trip is for you! After learning to belay we’ll head out to nearby Rick’s Rocks, sure to provide us with exciting climbs and rewarding views. Next, we’ll tackle the crags of Allamuchy Mountain, where we’ll explore new challenging routes as well as old favorites. Our climbing adventure will be followed by a 2 night canoe trip on the Delaware River where we’ll be sure to get in some swimming, exploring, and bald eagle watching. This trip on the rocks and rivers is sure to be a blast! Intermediate swim level required.

More Ropes and Boats
$535, August 10-16
Ages 14-16

An advanced take on our newest hit trip! We’ll start out learning to belay on Camp Mason’s 45 foot climbing wall then test our skills at some of the area’s best climbs in Stephens State Park and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. After camping out by the banks of the Musconetcong River we’ll explore hidden bouldering spots and maybe even search for a nearby geocache. Next, we’ll set out on a 2 night canoe expedition on the Upper Delaware River. Here we’ll run the best rapids on the river and make sure to get some swimming time in as well. Intermediate swim level required.

Adventure Pack
$475, June 29-July 4 & July 27- August 1
Ages 11-13

For those of you who can’t wait to get outdoors- we developed this trek for you! Explore four different aspects of adventure trekking in the beautiful Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Our first activity will be rock climbing at nearby Rick’s Rocks where we’ll cheer each other on through climbs of all skill levels. The next day will be spent high atop the ridges of the Appalachian Mountains ending with a swim in pristine Crater Lake. After this we’ll pick up our bikes and spend the day riding the remote path of the Paulinskill Valley Trail. The Delaware River is the site of our next adventure- an overnight canoe trip featuring swimming, fishing, and watching for bald eagles. This is a great opportunity for our younger adventurers to sample the best the Delaware Water Gap has to offer! Intermediate swim level required. Two sessions offered.

Adventure Pack Plus
$1050, July 6-18
Ages 13-15

All the best adventures in the area packed into two fun filled weeks! We’ll hike, bike, climb, and canoe our way through some of the most scenic places in New Jersey. Our trek starts with a bike ride along the beautiful Paulinskill Valley Trail. Later in the week we’ll advance to trails in High Point and Stephens State Parks as well as the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Our hikes will be along the Kittatinny Ridge, affording us some of the most beautiful views of the region. We’ll also test our climbing skills as we progress from our climbing wall to some awesome local faces. The culmination of our trip will be a 2 night canoe trip on the Delaware River where we’ll paddle, swim, and camp out along the banks. Don’t miss out on this multi-sport adventure! Intermediate swim level required.

Extreme Rock Climbing
$675, July 27-August 2
Ages 13-16

AB’s very popular “ERC” is back again for the climbing enthusiast and would-be climbing enthusiast! We’ll begin at base camp learning climbing skills from standard to pro-technical- including rope work, belaying, set-up techniques, anchors, and natural protection. Most importantly, we’ll learn to become safe and careful climbers. When we are ready with the basic skills we’ll head out to the cliffs to practice our skills as a group, camping out in between. We’ll begin at local Allamuchy Mountain then head up to the famous Shawangunks in New York. We’ll boulder, climb, and get a chance to see some expert climbers show their stuff. Our instructors are experienced and eager to help you become a great climber. Go beyond your standard summer routine and get out there and go extreme!

Spokes n Splash
$675, July 20-26

Bring your bike and sense of adventure and be prepared for an action packed week! We’ll start out at base camp exploring the nearby Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Stokes State Forest. These rides will feature some of the most scenic road and trail routes in the state. Next we’ll head to the Lehigh River to try our hand at kayaking. After learning the basics the river will be our playground as we navigate eddies, rapids, and everything in between. Lehigh Gorge State Park is also the site of numerous biking trails. Through the week we’ll advance to more technical terrain taking on the rolling hills of the Pocono Mountains. If you like thrills on the trail and in the water then this multi-sport adventure is for you! Intermediate swim level required.

Rail Trail Explorer
$595, August 10-16
Ages 12-15

Hop on your bike and join our riding adventure! Miles will fly by on perfectly flat trails cruising through some of the prettiest scenery in the region. Our first ride, the Paulinskill Valley trail, goes over old railroad bridges and alongside the beautiful Paulinskill River. Next, we’ll head to the Sussex Branch trail and follow the old bed of the Erie-Lackawanna Railroad, pausing to check out historic buildings from the railroad’s heyday. Our adventure continues on the High Bridge Line visiting Ken Lockwood Gorge, said to be reminiscent of wild Montana landscape. After three days of spectacular biking we spend a day rafting the whitewater of the Lehigh River before concluding our adventure with a ride on the breathtaking Lehigh Gorge Trail, known as one of the best bike routes on the East Coast. If amazing trail rides and exciting whitewater are what you crave, then this trip is for you! Intermediate swim level required.