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Grand Teton Jackson Lake Kayaking & Outdoor Leadership Camp for Girls

DATES

Aug. 3-6, 2023

LENGTH
3 nights, 4 Days

AGES
12-18

LOCATION
Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Jackson Lake
Grand Teton National Park

COST
$1600

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A multi-day kayaking adventure on Jackson Lake in Grand Teton National Park!

This overnight camp is for girls who are excited to learn the basics of multi-day lake kayaking in a comfortable, safety conscious, and fun environment. We have an all-star female staff of ACA (American Canoe Association) fully certified kayak instructors from the best kayak school in the country, Rendezvous River Sports.

What you’ll get out of this camp!

All girls trip emphasizing skills on outdoor leadership, team building, multi-day lake kayaking, camping, and hiking in Grand Teton National Park.
Immersion into the ecosystem of the Tetons including wildlife like bald eagles, moose and river otters that call this majestic area home.
Education about Grand Teton National Park from our female local guide team who share their vast knowledge of the region.
End your trip with a float down the Snake River while enjoying iconic views of the Grand Teton National Park!

Why Outdoor Leadership, Adventure, and Education are important for girls…

Enhanced self-esteem & confidence
Improved body image
Self-trust
Self-worth
Asseertiveness
Self-sufficiency
Independence
Problem solving & resourcefulness
Stress relief
Connection to their natural environment
Community

“Research has uncovered a wide range of positive outcomes for those females who do participate ranging from enhanced self-esteem and confidence to improved body image, indicating the importance of opening the outdoors as a welcoming place for all to experience…research has consistently concluded that when females participate in outdoor recreation, they experience a range of benefits.

Those who pursue outdoor recreation demonstrate higher levels of self-esteem, self-trust, self-worth, assertiveness, self-sufficiency, independence, confidence, empowerment, and body image as well as a greater sense of community and stress relief through interaction with the natural environment [3,10,11,12]. The benefits outdoor recreation participation can offer to females paints a clear picture of the importance of not only exposing girls to the outdoors but in helping them build the skills to experience sustained participation in outdoor recreation.”

-The Case for Evidence-Based Outdoor Recreation Interventions for Girls: Helping Girls “Find Their Voice” in the Outdoors

This camp includes:

All female Professional instruction and guide team
Delicious camp meals
Tents and sleeping pads, group cooking gear, tandem kayaks and related paddling gear
Stand up paddle boards (share basis) and related gear
Park entrance fees, ground transfers as noted in the daily itinerary, gear transfers by boat while kayaking
Ground transportation between Jackson Hole and kayak launch/take out locations. This trip is conducted by Rendezvous River Sports Inc, an authorized concessioner of Grand Teton National Park.

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Day 1

Kayak on Jackson Lake to our spectacular campsite on Grassy Island

Our adventure begins this morning in Jackson, Wyoming. Campers will meet at Rendezvous River Sports to gear up for our adventure. Following introductions, we shuttle to Jackson Lake in Grand Teton National Park. After a demonstration on kayaking techniques and safety procedures, we paddle to a picnic spot on Marie or Elk Island. After lunch we return to our kayaks and paddle to our incredible campsite on Grassy Island, situated just below impressive Mount Moran.

We work together as a team to set up camp, then the remainder of the afternoon is free to hike around the island or enjoy time on the lake with one of our paddle boards. We gather in the evening for a delicious hot meal prepared by our guides, then relax around a campfire and listen for the bugle of nearby elk. Lunch and dinner included.

Kayaking: 6.5 – 7 miles

Day 2

Day 2 – Kayak to a trailhead and hike to Leigh Lake and Trapper Lake

This morning take in the spectacular views of glacier-topped granite peaks while paddling to Leigh Lake Trailhead. The countless miles of wilderness shoreline beg to be explored, and before long we beach our kayaks and begin our hike. Along the trail our guides point out trees scarred by bears scratching and rubbing against them—reminding us of the importance of the bear safety practices that our guides employ throughout this adventure. Reaching Leigh Lake, we pause for lunch. The sweeping views of the Teton Range are a perfect backdrop for a picnic. The cold water is refreshing, and swimming is encouraged. After lunch we continue our hike to Trapper Lake, and then make our way back to our kayaks. Reaching our campsite there is time to use the paddle boards or further explore Grassy Island. After dinner, relax by the campfire while sharing stories of the day’s adventures. All meals included.

Kayaking: 3 miles; Hiking: up to 4 miles

Day 3

Day 3 – Hike in Moran Canyon and set up camp in Spalding Bay

After a hot breakfast we paddle or hike to Moran Creek to take a scenic hike in Moran Canyon. The vistas of Jackson Lake and the vast valley beyond are stunning. Returning to Grassy Island, we eat lunch and work together as a team to pack up our camp. We paddle to our campsite at Spalding Bay, which provides wonderful views of the Teton Range including Grand Teton and the Cathedral Group. Once the kayaks are unloaded and our tents set up, we take time to explore the area on foot or by paddle board. Our last night easily flows from watching the sunset to stargazing as we toast new friendships, the beauty of our national parks, and the excitement of tomorrow’s final adventure on the Snake River. All meals included.

Kayaking: 7 miles; Hiking: 2 miles

Day 4

A scenic float down the Snake River ends the trip with iconic views of the park

We load up and paddle to our original launching point , then transfer to our rafting location. We hop into six-man rafts and embark on a picturesque float down the Snake River. The knowledge of our guides enhances the experience as they share natural and historical interpretation of the region. Each turn of the river provides a new perspective of the Cathedral Group and calls to mind photos by Ansel Adams that have come alive in brilliant color and breathtaking beauty. The waters are gentle, providing us with ample opportunities to spot wildlife. We pause for a picnic lunch, and then continue our float trip to reach Deadman’s Bar. We shuttle back to Jackson, WY where we make our final goodbyes. Breakfast and lunch included.

Kayaking 1.5 miles; Rafting: 10.5–14 miles

*Although we do our best to adhere to the schedule listed above, this itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control.

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Grand Teton Jackson Lake Kayaking & Outdoor Leadership Camp for Girls

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