Kids age 6-16, Camp Counselors, Internships, parent work trade, Scholarships. Our summer day camps teach river safety and provide fun for youth, ages 6-18, how to safely play on our most dynamic playground, the South Fork American River. We value adventure, teamwork and leadership
Program designers, river guides, and parents Sarah and the late founder Spencer Rubinfield want to share river cultur
e with you. We strive to instill these values in our own children and our program:
•ADVENTURE Nothing beats being on the river during the warmest part of summer. Who doesn’t enjoy the splash of cool water and the thrill of running rapids? It is our hope are that our programs will instill a love of nature and adventure that last a lifetime.
•TEAMWORK Rafting is a team sport. The entire river trip requires the cooperation of the group. Our on water activities and games encourage cooperation, build confidence and ultimately enhance self-esteem. Lasting friendships are formed when people play outside together and have a shared sense of purpose.
•LEADERSHIP Because the river is a dynamic system, leaders are needed to model safe water behaviors. We help students create a voice, incorporate feedback from their peers, and learn to communicate in a respectful way, as they direct their teammate’s actions in the raft. Our dynamic program is designed for individuals with basic swimming skills, who have little or a lot of rafting experience, who desire fun and camaraderie with other folks in the Coloma Lotus valley. Guides Summer Programs take into account varied skill sets, and support you at your level. For example, younger campers will spend more time tossing Frisbees while floating downstream, while older ages will get increased time spent steering the raft.
