Ages 11-14
Linne Doran: Duvall, WA
$1195
Includes Meals and T-shirt
6/29 – 7/4, 2025
7/27 – 8/1, 2025
“During the ride home from Castaway Camp, our son regaled us with camp stories. He described challenges he faced and overcame with support from his new camp friends. With a broad smile he excitedly shared funny moments, and in a tender voice, he said he experienced the most amazing moments that stirred emotions he hadn’t felt before. As parents, it was heartwarming to hear him describe his profound experiences.“
– Amanda and Scott, parents of Henry
“Our son Jack followed his friends into Castaway Camp and found it to be even more awesome than he expected. Jack’s a Boy Scout so came in knowing some of the basics, but learned a ton and had a great time. He especially loved the super engaging counselors and decided to attend camp here again next year before we even picked him up. Highly recommend!!”
– Eric, father of Jack (age 12)
“My kid loves Castaway Camp. He came home with new skills, knowledge, and confidence in his capabilities. But most important he has a great time learning these things!”
– Mother of 14-year old, 3-time camper
“My son was beyond happy with his experience at Castaway Survival Overnight Camp. He did not want to come home at the end of the week and has already asked me to sign him up for more classes and camps.”
– Joanna, mother of 12-year-old camper
“Deserted island” scenarios make for an exciting week at this overnight camp, with plenty of skills, challenges, games, and imaginative play.
Castaway Survival is an action-packed week that boasts an engaging array of activities, skills, projects, and challenges. Campers and their instructors find themselves on a “deserted island.” They must work together to thrive throughout the week with minimal gear, survival skills, and whatever the tide washes in.
Each student will have the opportunity to stretch their imagination and push their comfort zone physically, mentally, and emotionally in a safe environment supported by experienced staff.
Castaway Camp allows kids to explore their creativity, push their limits, collaborate, and deepen their gratitude.
Campers will enjoy:
- Taking part in cultivated experiences that encourage teamwork
- Creating fires and learning fire-tending techniques
- Taking part in minimalist camping using survival skills
- Learning to tie useful knots for minimal camping needs
- Hunting bullfrogs and learning to make fishing tools from items found in nature
- Cultivating healthy group dynamics through interpersonal communication and leadership opportunities
- Practicing responsible care of resources, including the gear you brought with you
- Taking responsibility for one’s self
- Taking part in “Camper Council” check-ins each morning and evening
- Building resilience and coping skills in the face of unforeseen challenges during crafted scenarios
- Learning practical ways to stay safe and survive if they are ever lost in the woods
- Thriving in nature with limited supplies
Wondering if this camp is right for your child? Click here to find out.
Our instructional team features:
- A 1:9 staff-student ratio
- On-site director and volunteers who offer additional instructor support
- Staff trained as Coyote Mentors, a widely-respected educational philosophy developed at the Wilderness Awareness School
- Compassionate educators who encourage each child’s respect for self, others, and nature
- Experienced Wilderness First Aid and CPR certified professionals
