This document provides information about the Treks for Teens program offered by the Schoharie County Youth Bureau. The program aims to connect youth ages 15-18 to the natural world through outdoor adventures to promote healthy development. It describes various day trips and multi-day programs taking place in 2018, including hiking, biking, rock climbing, canoeing, white water rafting, and a new 4-day outdoor leadership program. Logistical details are provided such as meeting locations, fees, and registration procedures.
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1. TREKS FOR TEENS
2018
(Ages 15-18)
Mission:
To provide the youth in Schoharie County a
connection to our natural world through outdoor
adventure. A place for youth to grow, learn and
have fun by experiencing the challenges and
opportunities encountered in this outdoor
environment.
To lead youth down the healthy path of
development and the discovery of their potential
through experiential learning and positive youth
engagement.
Schoharie County Youth Bureau
Post Office Box 233
Schoharie, New York 12157
Phone: (518) 295-2057
Fax: (518) 295-2094
Schoharie County Youth Bureau
Post Office Box 233
Schoharie, New York 12157
Phone: (518) 295-2057
Fax: (518) 295-2094
FOOD
Food, beverages and lunch are NOT
provided on day excursions.
**For the Outdoor Leadership Program, the following
meals will be provided:
Dinner on day 2
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on day 3
Breakfast and lunch on day 4
**For the White Water Rafting trip, lunch and dinner
will be provided**
DROP OFF AND PICK UP POINTS
The drop off and pick up point for
ALL trips will be at the Youth Bureau
located at the Main County Building on Main
Street in Schoharie.
We will meet in front of the pool located
behind the County Building:
284 Main Street, Schoharie, NY 12157.
White Water Rafting on the Hudson
INFORMATION
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SCHOLARSHIPS
The Youth Bureau offers Scholarships through
Community Service Work for those who may
have difficulties with the Program Fees. Call
295-2057 for more information.
Hiking in the Catskills
2. PROGRAM Preserving the Environment
June 27th: Service Project - FREE
TIMES: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
What can you do to help improve the environment? Spend this day
at Mine Kill State Park finding out how a little work can go a long
way and how you can help protect the areas that we live in. Project
to be determined. Past projects include painting, removing evasive
species, and trail maintenance.
Into The Rapids
July 26th: Hudson White Water Rafting - $65
TIMES: 6:00 AM - 7:00PM
What else could be better than spending a hot summer day
paddling down a rapid river in a raft? Nothing! Paddle your hearts
out on the Hudson River,. Be prepared to get wet as you travel
through the 17 miles, class 3-4 water.
*Price includes lunch and dinner.*
View From The Top
July 12th: Hike - FREE
TIMES: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Take a trip up Hadley Mountain to heights of over 1,500 feet.
Enjoy the scenic views that surround the area. This hike is
challenging and steep in some places, but well worth it in the end.
If open, enjoy the view from atop of the fire tower, which was
named a historic site in 2001.
*This is a moderate to difficult level hike.*
July 24th: Outdoor Rock Climbing - FREE
TIMES: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Put your body and soul into this trip and experience the climb of
your life at Lost T. Certified instructors will teach you the
“how to-s” of rock climbing and repelling. Challenge yourself to
locate hidden foot, and hand, holds and see how high you can go.
Can you touch the sky?
August 6th: Hike - FREE
TIMES: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Your first stop will be Pratt Rock. This rockface includes a series
of stone carvings based on the life of Zadock Pratt. It is considered
to be the first Civil War Memorial in honor of Pratt’s son. From
here, head to Hunter Mountain. Check out the scenery as you ride
on their Sky Lift taking you to the 3,200 foot summit. Hike a little
further to get up to the fire tower exposing you to even more
beauty that the Catskills hold.
*This is a moderate to difficult level hike.*
REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION
After receiving and reviewing your registration, you will
be sent a confirmation letter/packet. For any trips you
are not initially placed on, you will be added to the
waiting list. As we have found in the past, there is
always a chance of being called to fill an unexpected
cancellation.
Your confirmation packet will include:
* A list of Confirmed trips and/or
Waiting List trips.
* Your billing which will include the total cost for your
confirmed trips in addition to the one time registration
fee of $10
*Youth Bureau Waiver/Medical
and Photo Release Form
* Any waiver/release forms pertaining to
specific trips
*A supply list and trip synopsis of each program your
youth was accepted to
* Drop off and pick up location and times
FEES
There is a one time registration fee of $10.00
This will be included in your billing …
please do not send in ahead of time.
This includes some program costs (equipment,
instruction, location cost, etc..) .
WHO THE PROGRAM SERVES
Treks For Teens is offered to youth ages 15-18.
Note - We also offer Junior Adventure for ages 8-11
and Adventure Program ages 12-14. Please contact
the office for these brochures.
PLEASE NOTE: TRIPS MAY CHANGE TIMES, LOCATION,
OR BE CANCELLED BASED ON YOUTH BUREAU STAFF’S
DISCRETION. REASONS MAY INCLUDE: SAFETY
CONDITIONS, INCLEMENT WEATHER, CONDITIONS OF
ENVIRONMENT (LOW WATER FOR KAYAK/CANOEING)
…...
By Land Or By “Sea”
July 2nd: Canoeing - FREE
TIMES: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
A day of paddling on the West Branch of the Sacandaga River.
The area is beautiful, so relax, soak up the sun and maybe even
take a quick dip to cool off. If time allows, you may be paddling
to Good Luck Lake as well.
July 17th: Biking - FREE
TIMES: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Bike part of the 365 mile Erie Canal Trail in Little Falls, NY.
Enjoy the ride as you peddle through the countryside and past
some historic places, including the Herkimer Home which was
built in 1764.
July 20th: Canoeing - FREE
TIMES: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Paddle along Schoharie Crossings. Take a look at the site's
largest structure… the remains of the Schoharie Aqueduct,
which carried the water of the Enlarged Erie Canal over the
Schoharie Creek. This historic area is one to admire. If weather
permits, a trip to the Locks may be on the agenda.
NEW THIS YEAR!
Outdoor Leadership Program - $25
Must be 15 by this date
July 31st: Day 1
TIMES: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
August 1st - August 3rd: Days 2-4
TIMES: 8:00 AM (August 1st) 4:00 PM (August 4th)
This 4 day outdoor leadership program will introduce
participants to leadership, canoeing, and back country camping
skills.
Day 1, on July 31st, is a prep day. You will be at Mine Kill
State park learning and practicing all the essentials you will
need to know to make your next 3 days a success.
Days 2-4, you will canoe Lake Lila in the heart of the
Adirondacks to find the perfect place to set up camp for the next
3 days/2 nights. Here you will continue to learn more skills
encompassed in this program.
This program has been carefully designed to challenge you both
physically and mentally. It will also be a rewarding one.
A detailed information packet will be available for anyone
interested in this new and exciting program.