2024 SUMMER PROGRAMS
Rock Climbing Adventure with GPI & Mountain Madness
August 6th 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Youth 13-18 years old are invited to Join GPI and Mountain Madness for a day of rock climbing adventures in the Three O'clock Rock area!
All skill levels are welcome and encouraged to join!
10+ Summer Camps
July 10-12
Hear ye! Hear ye! Join GPI for an epic adventure at the Darrington Archery Range where campers will show off their archery skills, compete in tournaments of valor, and embark on a quest for glory!
Paddle Palooza
—Waitlist only—
July 17-19
Campers will spend the week on the water learning all things canoes! Campers will learn canoe skills, water safety and participate in canoe trips and games.
Camping in the Cascades
July 24-26
Campers will spend a week learning camping skills like fire-building, campfire cooking, and shelter-building. This camp culminates in an overnight camping adventure in the Cascades!
Geology Rocks!
—Waitlist only—
July 31-August 2
This camp rocks! Campers will spend the week exploring local geologic spots, climbing at Mt. Erie, and panning for gold, geodes, and other rare treasures.
Foraging Frenzy
August 7-9
Time to get your green thumb on! Campers will learn to identify and forage edible plants, help in the GPI garden and greenhouse, and transform their hard work and knowledge into a delicious feast!
Biking Bonanza
—Waitlist only—
August 21-23
A camp pumped full of biking! Campers will participate in biking adventures in the Darrington area, Chuckanut Mountain Park, and Paradise Valley.
Tide and Seek —Waitlist only—
August 28-30
Join GPI for a week at the beach! Campers will spend two nights and three days along the beautiful Washington Coast participating in hikes, crabbing, fishing, water activities, and more! More details and location will be shared soon!
**Camp activities and locations are subject to change. Up-to-date details will be shared with campers and families in the week prior to the camp starting.**
Past Programs
Everyday is an adventure with GPI! These are just some of the ways we have explored the wonders that surround us and learned new things along the way. Thank you to our hardworking staff, volunteers, and highly-valued WSU 4-H partners for making these memories possible!
Bike Ride to Wellman Basin
At the base of Whitehorse Mountain, students explored the trails, learned and practiced important mountaineering and orienteering skills they will be able to use in their future hiking adventures. Click for blog post.
Bike and Hike to Brown's Creek
A gorgeous bike ride adventure Brown's Creek. Along the way, we stopped to explore the area and enjoyed a yummy trailside meal. Students gained hands on experience in building campfires and practicing Leave No Trace principles. Click for blog post.
Students participated in many activities, such as canoeing, hiking, exploring the beach, and learning about ocean currents. They also had the opportunity to harvest crabs and participate in education lessons with Snohomish County Parks and Rec. Click for blog post.
The Sauk River provides a great setting for GPI youth to practice their rafting abilities and river navigation skills! Not to mention a thrilling experience going down white rapids on the upper Sauk from White Chuck boat launch to the Backman County Park. Click for Blog Post.
Floating Sauk River
Navigating the Sauk allowed youth to practice leadership roles while navigating the calmer, lower section of the river from Backman County Park to Government Bridge. Youth enjoyed a leisurely floating ending in the chance to take a dip. Click for blog post.
Canoe and Camp at Baker Lake
After canoeing across Baker Lake, youth set up camp at Anderson Point. We spent the day canoeing, swimming, fishing and exploring the area in and around the lake.
Three Day Backpacking to Round Lake
After hiking to Round Lake on the first day, we spent the second swimming, fishing, and hanging out at the lake. There, youth learned how to safely and successfully camp in the back country.
Canoeing at Burnaby Slough
A canoe through the slough provides the perfect setting for youth to engage in discussions about river morphology and slough habitats. Along the way we picked some delicious blackberries, and played canoe water polo.
