The latest from the Alpine blog

Swimming is an activity that is as old as the camp itself. Alpine has a state of the art outdoor pool that is perfect for campers to cool off on a hot summer day. From swimming relays to water volleyball, the Alpine pool is a popular destination for boys of all ages. Swim test required. Swimming is open to all age groups.

Soccer is becoming more and more popular at camp.  Classes are designed to develop a progression of skills, activities, and games.  Because skill, maturity, and physical development differ by age, each class is set up for different age groups.  Soccer is open to all age groups.

Riflery is a popular activity at camp. It is the objective of the Riflery Program to teach campers a sound respect for firearms, to provide campers with basic rifle marksmanship instruction, and to teach campers the fundamentals of firearms and hunter safety. Boys are instructed in the use of .22 caliber, single shot rifles and Air rifles. Riflery is open to all age groups. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders will be instructed using air rifles. 4th & 5th graders will use .22 caliber rifles and the air rifles.

Project Adventure is the most popular activity at camp. P.A., as it is referred to around camp, promotes the “team effort” concept. It is more important for the team to succeed than the individual. The group is encouraged to evaluate and plan ways in which all members can succeed together. For these reasons, it is the staff’s priority to concentrate on the safety of each group member and allow the group itself to develop their own way to safely and effectively accomplish a task. During Junior Camp, a course involving our low elements ropes course, initiative games, and the zip line is offered to boys finishing the first grade through the fifth grade.

Minor Sports’ main purpose is to encourage sportsmanship and teamwork in an environment that is less competitive than other traditional sports-centered activities. Minor sports plays games that are not “major,” but are major fun. Many of our Minor Sports activities were invented right here at Alpine. Games such as petanque, ultimate kickball, protector, eliminator, and grassetball are the heart of minor sports. Minor Sports is open to all age groups.