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A Unique Summer Experience: of engaging camp actitives

Where a kid can be a kid in nature without screens or media

4 unique summer camp Experiences - Northeast Ohio

Outdoor Themed Summer Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Outdoor Themed Summer Camp

Led by engaging camp counselors, this summer camp is targeted for ages 5 and up with activities related to STEM, nature, wilderness education, art/music, hiking, teambuilding, and more!

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Overnight Wilderness Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Outdoor Themed Summer Camp

Led by Lieutenant Sprouse, this overnight summer camp is for 9 and older who want to develop and improve their leadership, critical thinking, teamwork, and engineering skills in the wilderness. 

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Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Led by an expert rock climber and backpacker, who has ascended numerous big wall climbs including El Capitan and Half Dome, this camp allows the opportunity to experience unforgettable adventures.

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Leadership Strategies Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Leadership Strategies Camp focuses on building leadership, teamwork, and communication skills in strategic settings providing junior leaders with opportunities to practice and apply these skills in life.

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True North Expedition Summer Camp for Kids

Our Philosophy

At True North EXPEDITION Summer Camp, located in Peninsula, OH, we believe in providing a fun and safe environment where children can EXPLORE, EXPERIMENT, PLAY, ENGINEER, DISCOVER, IMAGINE, THRIVE, INNOVATE, be OUTDOORS in NATURE to grow, and make lasting memories. Our programs are designed to foster creativity, build self-confidence, and promote teamwork and leadership skills.

Developed by a mom specifically for parents seeking more...

for kids to dive deeper into discovery and exploration in nature with fun, engaging, and educational activities to learn and grow outdoors.

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True North Expedition Summer Camp Details

Why us?

Born from a mom's desire to provide a unique experience, we have a strong passion to create an enriching place in nature for kids to thrive. In a world dominated by screens and a sedentary lifestyle, our camp aims to break this cycle for kids to be kids. We aim to inspire curiosity and grow a greater appreciation for life, while meeting each child where they are at. Together, we can create strong and compassionate leaders of the future. 

Location

Ledges Area Trails and Kendall Lake Area Trails  

Peninsula, OH

*See FAQ Download for severe weather information

Dates and Time

June - August 2025

Weekdays from 9:00am to 3:30pm

*Before/After-care Available 

Ages

Kindergarten through 5th Grade 

Approx Ages (5-12)

*Younger/Older Siblings can be approved on a case-by-case basis

Cost

$325 per week per child before April 1st

$350 per week per child beginning April 2nd

Specials if you sign up with a friend

*Pick and choose your preferred weeks (no minimum)

(Siblings Discount Available)

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2025 Weekly Themes - traditional camp

Week 1: June 9-13 - Traveling Back Through Time

Week 3: June 23-27 - Wilderness Survival and Land Navigation

Week 2: June 16-20 - Discovery of Space and Beyond!

Step into the past through various eras including Egyptian, Medieval, and Dinosaurs. Design a time machine, catapults, bridges, and towers. Explore leadership and courage through nature, games, and engineering crafting a unique adventure through time.

Week 2: June 16-20 - Discovery of Space and Beyond!

Week 3: June 23-27 - Wilderness Survival and Land Navigation

Week 2: June 16-20 - Discovery of Space and Beyond!

Ignite your child's curiosity with Aerospace Engineering, launching rockets and engaging in space-themed games. Set SMART goals, imagine life in space, and thrive in nature while building essential teamwork skills for cosmic adventures.

Week 3: June 23-27 - Wilderness Survival and Land Navigation

Week 3: June 23-27 - Wilderness Survival and Land Navigation

Week 3: June 23-27 - Wilderness Survival and Land Navigation

Take a backpacking excursion into the woods to learn the survival craft, such as building shelters, basic first aid, sustainment, and more! This week promises adventure. filled with hands-on projects to enhance teamwork and communication skills.

Week 4: July 7-11 - Superhero Training Academy

Week 6: July 21-25 - Exploration in Nature and Junior Olympics

Week 3: June 23-27 - Wilderness Survival and Land Navigation

  Supercharge creativity with engineering, designing various projects. Engage in relay races and enhance problem solving skills by unleashing the superhero within by designing a unique costume and participating in heroic challenges.

Week 5: July 14-18 - Treasure Hunting and Recyling

Week 6: July 21-25 - Exploration in Nature and Junior Olympics

Week 6: July 21-25 - Exploration in Nature and Junior Olympics

Step into a world full of treasure from old to new! Adventure into nature on treasure hunts with friends, use recycled materials to engineer new marvels, and create art from someone else's trash. The possibilities are endless when you use your imagination to create. 

Week 6: July 21-25 - Exploration in Nature and Junior Olympics

Week 6: July 21-25 - Exploration in Nature and Junior Olympics

Week 6: July 21-25 - Exploration in Nature and Junior Olympics

Explore in nature through various activities, compete in Olympic Summer Camp games, and engineer projects for improving life. Participate in scavenger hunts, make a terrarium, follow the animal tracks, and use your imagination to create.

Week 7: July 28- Aug 1 - Detective & Secret Spy School!

Week 7: July 28- Aug 1 - Detective & Secret Spy School!

Week 7: July 28- Aug 1 - Detective & Secret Spy School!

Embark on a thrilling journey into nature as young detectives to decode clues, solve puzzles, and navigate the wilderness. Engage in critical thinking games, your child will explore science and nature, creating an unforgettable experience.

Week 8: August 4-8 - Water Palooza & Sound Exploration

Week 7: July 28- Aug 1 - Detective & Secret Spy School!

Week 7: July 28- Aug 1 - Detective & Secret Spy School!

Take a journey in nature to explore all the science and beauty with water and sounds. Navigate through the creek walk, engineer boats to race through the water, explore sound in woods on hikes, fish with the rangers at the lake, and get sprayed by the fire truck hose!

Week 9: August 11-15 - Innovation Around the World

Week 7: July 28- Aug 1 - Detective & Secret Spy School!

Week 9: August 11-15 - Innovation Around the World

  Ignite your child's curiosity with engineering from around the world. Experiment with electrical circuits and thrilling team games.  Explore various locations of travel in the US and across the globe. Ignite the passion within to explore the world around you.

Our 4 Key Elements

 

INNOVATIVE ENGINEERING

  • Dive into hands on experiments.
  • Crack the code of the engineering design process.
  • Explore different branches of engineering.


LEADERSHIP & LIFE SKILLS

  • Roll up your sleeves for hands-on life skills.
  • Navigate challenges like an adventure leader.
  • Develop adaptability and resilience.


CREATIVE EXPRESSION

  • Immerse in creative play.
  • Embark on quests in the woods.
  • Express ideas through awesome artwork.


ACTIVE ADVENTURES

  • Feel the rush of outdoor adventures.
  • Join the fun with sports and games.
  • Develop teamwork skills in the great outdoors.


Downloads

Daily Schedule (pdf)

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Summer Camp FAQ (pdf)

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Weekly Sample Activities from 2024 (pdf)

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Overnight, Wilderness, Leadership, climibng camp Experiences

Wilderness Education Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Wilderness Education Camp

True North’s Wilderness Education Day Camp offers seminars catered to children who are seeking to gain confidence and problem-solving skills towards survival craft and outdoor adventures.

Overnight Wilderness Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Wilderness Education Camp

Led by Lieutenant Sprouse, this overnight summer camp is for 9 and older who want to develop and improve their leadership, critical thinking, teamwork, and engineering skills in the wilderness. 

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Led by an expert rock climber and backpacker, who has ascended numerous big wall climbs including El Capitan and Half Dome, this camp allows the opportunity to experience unforgettable adventures.

Leadership Strategies Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Rocking Climbing Adventure Camp

Leadership Strategies Camp focuses on building leadership, teamwork, and communication skills in strategic settings. providing junior leaders with opportunities to practice and apply these skills in life.

2025 Overnight, wilderness, leadership, & Climbing schedule

June 18-20

June 18-20

June 18-20

Indoor Rock-Climbing Adventure Camp


Dates: Wed, June 18 - Friday June 20

Time: 9am - 3:30pm

Location: Shaker Rocks, Shaker Hts

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $275 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 4 participants to run the camp. Limit 6 for class size.


Add-on: Regular Traditional Camp Day in Peninsula for Mon & Tues for

Indoor Rock-Climbing Adventure Camp


Dates: Wed, June 18 - Friday June 20

Time: 9am - 3:30pm

Location: Shaker Rocks, Shaker Hts

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $275 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 4 participants to run the camp. Limit 6 for class size.


Add-on: Regular Traditional Camp Day in Peninsula for Mon & Tues for $55/day


*Note: if you child is younger than 9 and has completed our other past wilderness and/or leadership strategies, please contact us to sign up.

June 25-27

June 18-20

June 18-20

Overnight Backpacking Missions Camp


Drop Off: Wednesday, June 25 at 9am

Pick-up: Friday, June 27 at 3:30pm

Location: Ravenna, OH

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $360 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 5 participants to run the camp.


Packing List will be emailed after registration. 


*Note: if you child is younger than 9 and

Overnight Backpacking Missions Camp


Drop Off: Wednesday, June 25 at 9am

Pick-up: Friday, June 27 at 3:30pm

Location: Ravenna, OH

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $360 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 5 participants to run the camp.


Packing List will be emailed after registration. 


*Note: if you child is younger than 9 and has completed our other past wilderness and/or leadership strategies, please contact us to sign up.

JuLy 9-11

June 18-20

July 30 - Aug 1

Leadership Strategies & Tactics Day Camp


Dates: Wed, July 9 - Friday July 11

Time: 9am - 3:30pm

Location: Peninsula, OH

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $225 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 6 participants to run the camp.


Add-on: Regular Traditional Camp Day in Peninsula for Mon & Tues for $55/day


*Note: if you child is 

Leadership Strategies & Tactics Day Camp


Dates: Wed, July 9 - Friday July 11

Time: 9am - 3:30pm

Location: Peninsula, OH

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $225 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 6 participants to run the camp.


Add-on: Regular Traditional Camp Day in Peninsula for Mon & Tues for $55/day


*Note: if you child is younger than 9 and has completed our other past wilderness and/or leadership strategies, please contact us to sign up.

July 30 - Aug 1

July 30 - Aug 1

July 30 - Aug 1

Advanced Wilderness Education Day Camp


Dates: Wed, July 30 - Friday Aug 1

Time: 9am - 3:30pm

Location: Peninsula, OH

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $225 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 6 participants to run the camp.


Add-on: Regular Traditional Camp Day in Peninsula for Mon & Tues for $55/day


*Note: if you child is you

Advanced Wilderness Education Day Camp


Dates: Wed, July 30 - Friday Aug 1

Time: 9am - 3:30pm

Location: Peninsula, OH

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $225 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 6 participants to run the camp.


Add-on: Regular Traditional Camp Day in Peninsula for Mon & Tues for $55/day


*Note: if you child is younger than 9 and has completed our other past wilderness and/or leadership strategies, please contact us to sign up.


August 6-8

July 30 - Aug 1

August 13-15

Overnight Leadership Strategies Camp 


Drop Off: Wednesday, Aug 6 at 9am

Pick-up: Friday, Aug 8 at 3:30pm

Location: Ravenna, OH

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $360 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 5 participants to run the camp.


Packing List will be emailed after registration. 


*Note: if you child is younger than 9 and h

Overnight Leadership Strategies Camp 


Drop Off: Wednesday, Aug 6 at 9am

Pick-up: Friday, Aug 8 at 3:30pm

Location: Ravenna, OH

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $360 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 5 participants to run the camp.


Packing List will be emailed after registration. 


*Note: if you child is younger than 9 and has completed our other past wilderness and/or leadership strategies, please contact us to sign up.

August 13-15

July 30 - Aug 1

August 13-15

Indoor Rock-Climbing Adventure Camp


Dates: Wed, Aug 13 - Friday Aug 15

Time: 9am - 3:30pm

Location: Shaker Rocks, Shaker Hts

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $275 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 4 participants to run the camp. Limit 6 for class size.


Add-on: Regular Traditional Camp Day in Peninsula for Mon & Tues for $

Indoor Rock-Climbing Adventure Camp


Dates: Wed, Aug 13 - Friday Aug 15

Time: 9am - 3:30pm

Location: Shaker Rocks, Shaker Hts

Ages: 9 years and older

Cost: $275 per child

(siblings discount available)


Requires a minimum of 4 participants to run the camp. Limit 6 for class size.


Add-on: Regular Traditional Camp Day in Peninsula for Mon & Tues for $55/day


*Note: if you child is younger than 9 and has completed our other past wilderness and/or leadership strategies, please contact us to sign up.

Registration NOW OPEN!!

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Meet Your camp director

Becky Hartman, BSME, CPC, MBA

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Mike  Blubaugh

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