Grades: 6th-8th (Grade finishing in spring 2026)
Check in: Sunday, July 19; 5:30-6:30 pm
Check out: Friday, July 24; 10:00 am
Talahi is excited to continue hosting a traditional session specifically for middle schoolers! JR High Camp will incorporate all of the fun activities that our previous MADD, GAS, AND Adventure camps offered, PLUS will give campers the opportunity to experience all of the traditional and fun summer camp activities. Campers will have the opportunity to complete the Adventure Course, do arts and crafts, hike, swim, canoe, play lots of field games, and still be able to have fun with dance and drama sessions, and fun science activities. For campers who have completed grades 6-8. Session options include horseback riding, archery, and an offsite canoe trip!
Jr. High and Sr. High camps are held at the same time, but have separate program staff, counselors and lodging. They will do some activities and meals together.
Add-On Options
Horseback Trail Ride: The horseback trail ride add-on offers an immersive experience where campers learn basic horsemanship skills and enjoy a guided ride through natural surroundings. The program provides a unique opportunity for campers to connect with patient, friendly “camp horses,” build confidence, and create lasting memories in an outdoor, screen-free environment.
Archery: The archery add-on provides campers with a chance to learn the fundamentals of target archery in a safe, controlled environment. The program begins with a strong emphasis on safety rules, range etiquette, and proper handling of equipment. Participants use beginner-friendly equipment like recurve bows, various arrow types (often fiberglass or aluminum with target points), arm guards, and finger tabs, provided by the camp. Archery is an excellent activity for building focus, patience, discipline, and self-confidence as campers see tangible improvement in their skills over the session.
Canoe Trip: An off-site 3–4-hour canoe trip is a half-day excursion that offers campers a focused introduction to wilderness paddling without the commitment of an overnight stay. These trips typically cover a few miles on a scenic local river. Campers navigate through diverse ecosystems, often spotting wildlife such as bald eagles, herons, turtles, or beavers along the shorelines. Successful travel requires pairs to communicate constantly to stay straight and avoid obstacles, fostering immediate cooperation. Being off-site allows campers to experience untouched landscapes, encouraging a sense of stewardship for the local watershed.
Sample Schedule
- 8:15 am Cabin Clean Up/ Dress for Morning Rotations
- 8:30 am Breakfast/Morning Announcements
- 9:15am Morning Watch /Morning Program
- 10:30 am Morning Rotation 1 (leave at 11:20)
- 11:30 am Morning Rotation 2 (leave at 12:20)
- 12:30 pm Lunch
- 1:30 pm FOB
- 2:30 pm Waterfront
- 4:00 pm Camp Store/Change for Campers Choice
- 4:30 pm Camper Choice
- 6:00 pm Dinner
- 6:45 pm Evening Activity
- 8:00 pm Vespers
- 8:15 pm Snack
- 8:30 pm to the Dorms/Camper Chat
- 9:00 pm Lights Out
What to bring:
- Long Pants (long enough to reach the shoes!)
- Shorts, shirts
- Long Sleeved Shirt
- Bathing Suit
- Towels (2)
- Tennis Shoes (closed toe)
- Sandals
- Pillow
- Sleeping Bag and/or twin sheets
- Flashlight
- Book or quiet activity
- Toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc.)
- Water Bottle
- Insect Repellent (should protect against mosquito’s and ticks)
- White (or light colored) 100% cotton shirt for tie dye.
- Camera