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Muddy Tracks: A Rixeyville Week of Rock Walls, Rivers and Campfires for 12–14-Year-Olds
An overnight adventure camp in Rixeyville that packs rock climbing, kayaking, high ropes, hiking and fire‑craft into a focused five‑day program for teens.
Muddy Tracks: A Rixeyville Week of Rock Walls, Rivers and Campfires for 12–14-Year-Olds.
Muddy Tracks is a concentrated, weeklong outdoor program in Rixeyville that puts 12–14‑year‑olds through a full menu of hands‑on backcountry skills and adventure activities—rock climbing and high ropes, river paddling and kayaking, waterfall hikes, and overnight camping with fire building—framed around teamwork and outdoor fun.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
River Runs & Kayak Stretches
The week features river paddling and kayaking sections that break up hikes and climbing sessions, offering moving‑water skills alongside trail time and waterfall exploration.
Rock Walls and High Ropes
Climbing walls and a high‑ropes component give participants hands‑on exposure to vertical terrain and team belays, integrated into the camp’s progression of skills and challenges.
Overnight Camping and Firecraft
Muddy Tracks places campers in an overnight setting where they practice campsite skills including fire building, all within a week focused on outdoor adventure and group cohesion.
What the day feels like
What the Week Feels Like
Over five days participants move between climbing walls, river paddles, trail hikes and waterfall forays, capped by nights at camp where fire building and group routines bring the day together—an action‑packed schedule aimed squarely at teen adventurers.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this camp suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Muddy Tracks is an overnight camp that includes rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, high ropes, waterfalls and fire building; families should consult Verdun Adventure Bound for the operator's recommended gear list for an overnight adventure week.
The program includes overnight camping across the five‑day session; campers will need overnight arrangements as appropriate for the operator’s guidance.
River paddling and kayaking are part of the itinerary; check with the operator for any water‑specific equipment or swim requirements.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can attend Muddy Tracks?
The camp is for teen adventurers aged 12–14.
When does the program run?
Drop off is Monday, July 6th and pick up is Friday, July 10th.
Where is the camp located?
Muddy Tracks takes place in Rixeyville, Virginia.
What activities are included?
The week includes rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, waterfalls, high ropes, camping and fire building.
Who runs the camp?
The operator is Verdun Adventure Bound.
Is this an overnight program?
Yes — Muddy Tracks is an overnight camp spanning multiple nights across the five‑day session.