Girls Summer Camp Blog | Alpengirl
There’s a point in the Alpengirl years when the adventures start to look a little different. Campers are getting older. They’re ready to travel farther, take on more responsibility, learn more technical skills, and have experiences that feel a little more like their own. That’s one of the things we [ ... ]
Summer may be over, but the adventure doesn’t stop when the last trip wraps up! After weeks of hiking, paddling, riding, laughing, and making memories with campers, our Alpenguides head back to their own lives and adventures. Some return to school, some take on new jobs, and others keep exploring [ ... ]
We just wrapped up an incredible six days exploring Iceland with a wonderful group of women, and we’re leaving this adventure feeling grateful for the connections we made, awed by the landscapes we experienced, and already counting down the days until we can return to this inspiring place! Our group [ ... ]
Our Mother-Daughter Grand Teton Kayak crew hit the water and jumped right into adventure with our amazing kayak guides! They paddled about seven miles to Grassy Island, soaking in the stunning views of Jackson Lake along the way. Once they arrived, they got creative with an epic Best Nest Fairy [ ... ]
Our Olympic Mini backcountry adventure started with a bang! The group set out on a scenic hike to their first campsite, tucked right along the ocean. Along the trail, the girls passed the miles with trail games, stories, and plenty of excitement about their first night in the backcountry. When [ ... ]
There’s nothing quite like life on the river! This week on the Wild & Scenic Raft Adventure, our campers embraced days filled with paddling, teamwork, laughter, and unforgettable moments along the water. From the very beginning, the girls jumped into the adventure: navigating epic Class III rapids, learning new skills, [ ... ]
After a few days of exploring Montana, building outdoor skills, and getting to know each other, Troop 20 headed into the backcountry for the next chapter of their adventure. Their expedition began with a stunning sunrise over tents and craggy mountain peaks. After a lively wake-up performance from Alpenguide Isa, [ ... ]
Our Mother-Daughter Olympic Backpack B adventure embraced everything that makes Olympic National Park so magical: lush forests, rugged beaches, incredible wildlife, and plenty of opportunities to slow down and enjoy the journey together. Backpacking day began with an unforgettable wake-up call as campers and moms listened to an epic “conversation” [ ... ]
The Yellowstone Horse I crew has been making the most of every moment in the backcountry! From learning new horsemanship skills to exploring beautiful mountain landscapes with their horses, campers have embraced the challenges and joys of life at camp, all while building confidence, friendships, and plenty of wilderness skills [ ... ]
Our Mother-Daughter Grand Teton Adventure is officially underway, and the excitement is already building! We welcomed everyone to camp yesterday and spent the evening getting to know one another beside the beautiful Gros Ventre River. It was the perfect setting to settle in, share stories, and kick off an incredible [ ... ]
Llama packing may have ended but our adventure isn’t stopping there! After an early night and a breakfast of pancakes (in the front country!!) we embarked on the next phase of our journey: Glacier National Park! After dropping our trailer, we reloaded up in Dolly (our beloved van), ready to [ ... ]
Our adventure began with airport pickups before heading to Point Defiance Duck Pond for a picnic lunch and a chance for everyone to get acquainted. Once we arrived at camp, mothers and daughters worked together to learn one of the most important outdoor skills of the week: setting up their [ ... ]