SUMMER PROGRAMS

GPI's Summer Adventure Camp is a unique camp that takes advantage of all that Western Washington has to offer! We host our camps throughout the region from the San Juan Islands to the North Cascades and beyond!

LOCATIONS: Moran State Park, Deception Pass State Park, North Cascades National Park, Mount Rainier National Park, Pearrygin State Park, and Baker Lake.

WHAT TO EXPECT:  Campers' days will be filled with outdoor adventures and skill-building, including hiking, canoeing, foraging, orienteering, swimming, and more! Special activities will be offered for specific sessions, including rock climbing, whitewater rafting, and ocean kayaking.

WHAT IS INCLUDED: Four days and 3 nights, all meals/snacks, as well as all equipment/supplies your child will need.

*All sessions are for 10-16 year olds, with each session capped at 16 participants,

NEW! Give the gift of camp at a discount by purchasing a gift certificate before December 31, 2025. Click the link below to secure this deal.

Full Session certificate - $750 value for $700 Or get $150 value for $100 $300 value for $250 $550 value for $500

**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.

Crabbing at Port Susan 

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.

Rafting the Sauk River 

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.