Whether it is a trip to a swimming hole, a hike in the White Mountains, or a special Connecticut River fishing trip, there is always a buzz among the campers.
Click on any of the categories and trips below to learn and see more about each:
While not one single trip, the Varsity Club is directly related to hiking trips. This “club” is designed to inspire and motivate hikers to achieve greater heights. There are three levels to the Varsity Club: Piermont, Franconia, and Presidential. This stratification indicates the increased difficulty that comes with each level. Piermont status requires thirteen prerequisites including local hikes that are accessible to campers of all hiking experience.
Boards on display in the Main Lodge show campers’ progress through the hikes. Three wooden plaques in the Dining Hall show campers’ names at each level. The Varsity Club is not exclusive. It exemplifies teamwork, encouragement, and camaraderie. Members can often be heard compelling their friends to do a new, more challenging hike.