June 22-27 | YETI Youth Summer Camp
6-Day Youth Wilderness Camp-Out in the Golden Trout Wilderness
Location: Golden Trout Wilderness School
Course Price: $1,495/person
Your Facilitators: Heather Sullivan, Lupin Amstutz, & M’so Jones
Join Balanced Rock and the Golden Trout Wilderness School for a 6-day summer camp full of exploration, outdoor skills, and connection in the Golden Trout Wilderness!
All photos are courtesy of The Thacher School and Golden Trout Wilderness School.
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Check back soon for details on this special youth summer camp!
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Check back soon for more program details!
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Check back soon for more program details!
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Golden Trout Wilderness School operates under a Special Use Permit from the Forest Service and provides wilderness education programs throughout the summer months.
We are honored to partner with them to offer this incredible summer program.
Check back soon for more details on GTWS and the camp location.
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$1,495/person
Balanced Rock strives to offer affordable programming to all of our interested participants. If you need financial assistance or are seeking scholarship opportunities to attend this program, please contact us to request an application.
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Every registered participant will be emailed a very specific gear list, along with multiple opportunities to speak with our staff and trip leaders about gear so you feel fully prepared for this adventure.
Balanced Rock has limited gear available for loan, or can offer guidance on renting gear. Please inquire with our team if you need assistance or have questions regarding what to pack.
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All participants will be required to read and sign the Health & Safety Policy for Programs at registration.
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We understand plans change. As a small nonprofit, we can offer a partial refund of the program price minus a $50 administrative fee up to 30 days before the program start. Any cancellations after this deadline will not be eligible for a refund. All participants will be required to read and accept our Cancellation and Refund Policy upon registration.
Meet Your Guides
HEATHER SULLIVAN
Program Director & Trip Leader
Heather has lived in the Yosemite area for over 20 years. The steep granite valley walls, seasonal change of the river song, and community of animals and humans have deeply shaped her being and worldview. Co-Founder of Balanced Rock, she continues to serve as Executive Director using her skills of non-profit management and leadership, group facilitation, community building, mentorship, and program development to hold the vision and lead the organization through its continued evolution.
She delights in creating unique, powerful programs and supporting staff and instructors to shine their magic in the world. She is a gifted teacher and seasoned mountain guide at heart and makes sure to get in the field as an instructor each season.
5-Day Yoga & Backpacking Adventure in Yosemite’s Wilderness
Location: Yosemite Wilderness
Course Price: $975/person
Early Bird Price: $875 if purchased by May 1st, 2025
Your Wilderness Guides: Emily Chandler & TBA