Ages 7 and 8
Wolf Pup Mini Camp
Glacier Institute Staff
June 13-15 and August 15 - 17, 2010 Sunday-Tuesday

This mini camp is designed for youngsters as their first overnight camp experience away from parents.  We will have a wonderful variety of activities to make this camp well rounded for the first-time camper, including group games, exploratory learning sessions on outdoor subjects, art work, free time, stories, and a chance for kids to help with meals.  The short duration and busy schedule make it an ideal first camp for young children.
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*Student Health Form & Liability Waiver Required for all camps

Limit 24 Students
$115

Ages 9 and 10
Bear Paw Young Naturalist Camp
Glacier Institute Staff
June 20-25 and August 8-13, 2010, Sunday-Friday

Explore the wild lands of Glacier National Park, Flathead National Forest and the North Fork Valley.  Learn about the diversity of plants and animals and the basic concepts of ecology as you develop the skills of a naturalist during this action packed week of field trips, hikes, lab projects, games, and presentations.  The week will culminate in student designed presentations on highlights of the week for parents and friends.  Each camp emphasizes different wildlife topics and experiences, so participants can enroll in one or both camps.
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*Student Health Form & Liability Waiver Required for all camps

Limit 24 Students
$325

Ages 11 - 13
Soaring Eaglet Backcountry Wilderness Camp
Glacier Institute Staff
July 5 - 9, 2010, Monday - Friday

Experience the beauty, adventure and satisfaction of achievement while exploring the ruggedness of Glacier National Park. This five day backpacking camp begins at Big Creek where hikers receive training in backcountry travel preparation, backcountry ethics and safety skills. After preparation we will head into the wilderness, gaining confidence in map and compass skills, proper backpacking gear use, cooking and trip planning. The hiking level for this camp is strenuous and backpack, sleeping bag and pad are required. Trip itinerary subject to change.
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*Student Health Form & Liability Waiver Required for all camps

Limit 9 Students - CAMP IS FULL
$325

Ages 11-14
Woolly Bugger Fly-fishing Camp
Glacier Institute Staff
July 11 - 16, 2010, Sunday - Friday

What better way to learn about aquatic sciences than with a classic outdoor activity, fly-fishing!  We will combine various aspects of fly-fishing with aquatic ecology to give new and experienced anglers a better understanding of how to fly-fish and why understanding aquatic ecology helps you fish better.  We will enjoy sessions on casting, fly-tying, angler ethics, insects and fish biology.  Also, we will be visiting with local fishing experts and biologists to increase our knowledge and skills.  A fishing float trip on the river is included.
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*Fly-fishing Gear List
*Student Health Form & Liability Waiver Required for all camps
*Montana FWP Conservation License required

Limit 16 Students
$375

Ages 14, 15 and 16
Soaring Eagle Backcountry Wilderness Camp
Glacier Institute Staff
July 18 - 23, 2010, Sunday - Friday

Experience the beauty, adventure and satisfaction of achievement while exploring the ruggedness of Glacier National Park. This six day backpacking camp begins at Big Creek where hikers receive training in backcountry travel preparation, backcountry ethics and safety skills. After preparation we will head into the wilderness for four nights, gaining confidence in map and compass skills, proper backpacking gear use, cooking and trip planning. The hiking level for this camp is strenuous and backpack, sleeping bag and pad are required. Trip itinerary subject to change.
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*Backpacking Gear List
*Student Health Form & Liability Waiver Required for all camps

Limit 9 Students
$375

Ages 11 and 12
Mountain Goat Hiking Camp
Glacier Institute Staff
July 25 - July 30, 2010, Sunday-Friday

Do you love to hike?  Have you always wanted to learn more about hiking and the environments that can be explored along the way?  This camp will be packed with sessions on outdoor skills such as orienteering, using maps and compasses, backcountry safety, and “Leave No Trace” skills. These sessions will give you the skills you need to explore the outdoors safely while learning about the ecology of the different environments in and around Glacier National Park and Flathead National Forest.  A whitewater raft trip is included to learn about other exciting means of travel and adventure.
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*Student Health Form & Liability Waiver Required for all camps

Limit 24 Students
$375

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