Summer Camping In California
By MITCHELL
In one respect, one might think that with the environment of such a state, with the natural surroundings and numerous, many free or hugely affordable recreational and educational offerings, we wouldn't "need" California summer camps and the like. But in another respect, one might be justified in seeking out a more rigorous experience for his or her kids and/or teens.

California summer camps, ranging from artsy-craftsy and mild adventure motifs to outward bound extreme soul-changing repertoires, offer something for every boy and girl-whether she is merely sick of being bored every summer or he is often transgressing or acting out.

CALIFORNIA SUMMER CAMPS EMPHASIZING RIGOROUS OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

For example, while the interpersonal skills are an important and inevitable byproduct of the summer camp experience, many California summer camps place the majority of emphasis on outdoor physical activities. The itinerary can include the following:

Backpacking/Hiking
Canoeing
Kayaking
Mountain Biking
Mountaineering/Mountain Climbing
Rappelling and Rock Climbing
White Water Rafting

CALIFORNIA SUMMER CAMPS EMPHASIZING MORE HOLISTIC EXPERIENCE

Other California summer camps not only tone down the rigorous, strenuous activities (for those kids who are younger and/or less physically inclined) but emphasize academic and spiritual experiences. For instance, here is a list of possible activities

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included in the more balanced summer camp repertoire:

Academics
Adobe Oven Work
Animal Science
Archery
Arts and Crafts
Basketball
Beach Combing
Campfire Gathering
Canoeing
Diving
Dramatics
English/ESL Instruction
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Nature Studies
Ropes Courses
Sailing
Sand Sculpting
Snorkeling
Soccer
Softball
Surfing/Body boarding
Swimming
Underwater Biology/Photography
Vaulting
Volleyball

Anyhow, with each style of adventure, California summer camps tap into a series of personal characteristics for the kid camper: young people learn or develop further their leadership skills, the interpersonal skills, and their relationship skills in general and in particular, raising confidence levels, evolving intellectually and/or physically, and enhancing self-esteem.

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