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September 26, 2006
Kayak San Juans, Hike Olympic Ntl. Park With Summer Camp!
Posted by Jenny at AAVE in : General AAVE Trip BLOG, Wild Coast Discovery , 1 comment so far
“AAVE showed Aaron a fantastic time. He is more confident since the trip. We learned that he can meet new friends and learn new things with ease. The leaders made this trip great!”
- Judy Felder, parent, WCD 2006
“My AAVE adventure camp experience was really fun. I made a lot of new friends, learned how to do fun new things and I got to travel to new places. Our guides for the activities were awesome and a lot of fun. I also did stuff that I don’t get to do very often like sea kayaking, biking and camping out. I know my trip was the best thing that I could have done all summer!”
- Aaron Felder, camper, WCD 2006
“Eli had a fantastic time this summer. He told us that the kids were great and the trip leaders were terrific as well. I like the fact that he really challenged himself and felt very proud of his accomplishments. He came away with an even greater appreciation for nature and the environment. AAVE exceeded our expectations! Well done!”
- Susan & Charlie Rivkin, parents, WCD 2006
“AAVE teen summer camp put me in a group that worked really well. I had positive experiences learning to be a leader, learning to be independent and learning how to live without electronics and other things that we have but don’t need. I don’t think anything was unsuccessful!”
- Nikki Blank, camper, WCD 2006
Wild Coast Discovery was a trip I’ll never forget. The adventures we took, like backpacking through snow, swimming in the rivers, building a bridge for community service, rockclimbing and so much more were amazing. Not only were the adventures incredible but the leaders and the friends I made were even better!
- Melissa Benjamin - October 17, 2006[Edit]
Teen Surf Camp in Hawaii
Posted by Jenny at AAVE in : General AAVE Trip BLOG, Ultimate Hawaii , 1 comment so far
“ A teen summer camp in Hawaii…who would have thought!? Michelle had a great summer filled with excitement and adventure. She seemed to make life long friends and has already seen many of them since the trip. Thank you for giving Michelle a summer she’ll never forget.”
- Perri Feldman, parent, UH 2006
“I loved the entire Hawaii adventure camp. It was physically demanding but also a lot of fun. I had an amazing summer and met really nice people. Nothing was unsuccessful! The food was really good and I didn’t mind sleeping in a tent!”
- Michelle Feldman, camper, UH 2006
“Ultimate Hawaii was the most incredible experience for me. My group was filled with amazing people, great leaders, and a lot of activity! I had the time of my life, and I still keep in touch with several of the people from the trip. I highly reccomend this trip for anyone one who is willing to stick out the tough stuff with a positive attitude and have an incredible three weeks that you’ll never forget!”
-Charlotte Pinkard
Summer Camp in the Alps
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“Everything about this adventure camp was a lot of fun and very well organized. I loved all of the activities! It was great to have town time and stay in the mountain huts. All of the hiking and skiing locations were awesome!!
- Megan Bakke, camper, ALP 2006
“The groups with AAVE teen summer camps are small and the trip leaders were great. They knew just how to handle any problems. When skiing conditions were not great they had other activities planned. Any message I needed to get to my son was delivered by the next day, great communication!”
-Elayne Aschkenes, parent, ALP 2006
Ultimate Alaska Summer Camp
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“This was David’s second AAVE trip and he enjoyed it even more than last year’s trip, which he said was GREAT! We like that AAVE gives David the opportunity to see and experience new places and activities that are varied and that he get to make new friends from around the world and the US. Most importantly we know he will be take care of. Thanks for another great summer camp experience!
-Barbara Hopland, parent, UAK 2006
“AAVE teen summer camps are very successful at challenging everyone involved with great adventures and allows for an amazing opportunity to grow. The organization is successful in preparing participants physically and emotionally to take on the world either alone or in a group setting.”
- Adam Gross, camper, UAK 2006
Multi-water Sport Teen Camp in Greece!
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“A summer camp in Greece….amazing! Layne came home very tired and happy with a feeling of accomplishment…that she did it! She hasn’t been away from home before for more than a week, but it didn’t bother her-lots of personal growth there! She’s very proud of her PADI certification and we are thrilled with the whole thing. It was success for her! She’s too old to go next year, wish we would have known about AAVE two years ago, but we’ll definitely recommend it to friends!”
- Jane Young, parent, SDG 2006
Colorado Climbing and Rafting Camp Adventure!
Posted by Jenny at AAVE in : Ultimate Colorado , 1 comment so far
“A real Western adventure camp experience! Julia returned from her trip with such inner confidence and joy. You could tell in a moment that she had grown personally beyond our wildest expectations. Her stories of the leaders and peers, adventures and personal sharing gave us a great sense of reward and pride. We were thrilled that our first AAVE adventure proved to be more exciting and rewarding that we could have ever hoped for. The counselors did a marvelous job. Thank you!”
-Susan Nethro, parent, R&R 2006
“It was all great, much to our sons surprise. He never thought that he would enjoy an outdoors adventure camp as much as he did. One of the best things for him was to go on the trip without knowing anyone- that was a growing experience and it gave him a lot of confidence. New physical challenges also built his confidence. He is much more independent and helpful around the house!”
-Michelle Ritz, parent, R&R 2006
“Rock and Rapid was an awesome summer camp trip that was filled with many fun adventures. The rock climbing was very cool and it tested my limits. The rafting was sometimes scary but really, really fun. The backpacking was a great challenge and pushed me to do my personal best!”
-Willy Chen, camper, R&R 2006
“I found every activity, every leader and every camper very successful. I enjoyed really everything about the AAVE teen summer camp. I cant think of anything unsuccessful in the whole trip!”
- Scott Zimmer, camper, R&R 2006
“I would just like to thank you for the most amazing summer of adventure in my life. I had a really great time and I have met people who I will stay friends with for life. Thank you for providing such a fun summer camp, it was perfect!”
-Anoushka Kustow, camper, R&R 2006
“Rock and Rapid was so uber awesome, it’s almost indescribable. I’ll never forget the way I felt getting on the plane to go to Colorado and the most amazing sense of relief I felt when I arrived at the airport and was greeted by the friendly counselors and excited teens. I got so much out of this last summer, it’s given me an entirely new outlook on life and much of the world. The expeirences I recieved through Buffy’s grammar lessons, Ian’s life lessons, and Denise’s confidence combined with physical challenges, group struggles, and independence seems almost unrepeatable. It was the best summer of fun and growth, my mindset would be entirely different this year without it.”
-Jessa DeGroote - October 17, 2006[Edit]
Summer Camp in the Amazon Rainforest, Peru
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“I can’t believe there is a summer camp in Peru! Heidi had a truly amazing adventure and continues to talk about Peru. For me, I was very impressed with the availability and helpfulness of the AAVE staff throughout our planning and organization prior to departure. A+! I will definitely recommend AAVE teen adventures to friends!”
-Wanda Blair, parent PMP, 2006
Ecuador & Galapagos Summer Camp 2006 Feedback
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“We want to let you know what a great summer it has been…Andrew is thinking about another adventure travel camp with you, it is in the beginning stages as Ecuador is still in his thoughts and school has just begun! Thank you so much for providing the most incredible summer camp experience for him. His junior year has started out very well and I believe it is because of the confidence he gained this summer!”
-Susan Rogovin, parent E&G 2006
September 22, 2006
Costa Rican Language and Adventure Camp!
Posted by Jenny at AAVE in : Costa Rica Spanish Intensive, General AAVE Trip BLOG , add a comment
“My Costa Rican adventure camp summer rocked! AAVE successfully created a trip with a great group atmosphere and a lot of learning. On this trip everyone got along very well. I learned a lot about Costa Rican culture and my Spanish conversation skill increased dramatically!”
- Alicia DiGiammarino, camper, CR, 2006
Costa Rica Language and Adventure Camp!
Posted by Jenny at AAVE in : Costa Rica Clasica, General AAVE Trip BLOG , add a comment
“The communication with parents and organization was excellent. I had the feeling that Allie was in good hands and would be safe and taken care of. She had a fabulous experience in Costa Rica, came back safely and has many wonderful stories and memories from her trip.”
-Shonah & Leigh Rabman, parents, CR, 2006
“I have to tell you that Kendall had an absolutely fantastic time in Costa Rica! She raved about the counselors, the accommodations, the activities, her host family –really everything! My youngest daughter was extremely envious and looking forward to her turn next year!”
-Kevan Lyon, parent, CR, 2006