Programs for Kids and Families

Show your kids a new world of adventure! Our youth programs are taught by caring educators wishing to share their excitement for the outdoors. Our youth programs challenge, educate, build self-confidence and develop leadership skills. Our programs are also a great place to make friends and have fun in a safe and controlled environment.

For more information call us at our toll free number 1-866-65-PETRA.

Parent/ Child Climbing

Offered By Appointment year-round. Spend a day sharing an exciting and challenging experience that will bring you and your child closer together. Our expert instructors will guide you and your family on fun, thrilling climbs, exposing you to some of the most spectacular views to be seen anywhere. Give your family a day they will remember forever.

Friday Night Kid's Club

Parents, enjoy an evening out while your children burn energy, develop coordination, build self-confidence, and practice group problem solving under the supervision of the Petra Cliffs staff.

Dates:  ongoing, every Friday night. Pre-registration required
Cost:   $25 per child (includes equipment)

Junior Climbing Team

Monday & Wednesday evenings

A great opportunity for ages 8-14 to join other youth climbers and improve climbing skills. This team practices twice a week to build up to competition season from March to May. We will travel to 7-8 competitions throughout New England (all day trips). This team is sanctioned by USA Climbing, the national governing body for competition climbing in the disciplines of Sport Climbing, Bouldering, and Speed. Please visit www.usaclimbing.org for more information.

Please view current Team information here.

Enrollment includes full membership to Petra Cliffs and gear rentals anytime

Competition Schedule: (2010 schedule tba)

Schedule can also be viewed at www.usaclimbing.org.

School Vacation Adventure Camps

Fill your school breaks with exciting days at our adventure camps. Every session will have different adventures and activities. Ages 6-14.

Camp meets at Petra Cliffs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day (extended hours 8-9am and 4-5pm are also available.)

Discounts are available for multiple children signed up for the entire week.

February Vacation Camp

Join Petra Cliffs on your days off from school and we will go on a new adventure each day. Activities might include: outdoor ice climbing, indoor rock climbing, skiing, snow shoeing, games, ropes course, and more!

Dates:  February 22 - 26, 2010
Time:   9am - 4pm. Morning and afternoon extended care available from 8-9 am and/or 4-5pm.
Cost:   $ 65 per day
Upon registration, you will be sent a Welcome Packet confirming your enrollment. This packet will also include forms that will need to be completed before your child attends a Petra Cliffs camp.

Schedule:
Monday: Indoor climbing and ropes course, indoor/outdoor games
Tuesday: Cross-country skiing at Catamount Outdoor Center
Wednesday: Snowshoeing!
Thursday: Hiking & sledding Mt. Philo!
Friday: Indoor climbing and ropes course, indoor/outdoor games, playing in the snow!

Things to bring:
Monday: Lunch, water, snacks, snow clothes (boots, hat, gloves, warm layers, winter pants & jacket)
Tuesday: Lunch, water, snacks, snow clothes (see Monday)
Wednesday: Lunch, water, snacks, snow clothes (see Monday)
Thursday: Lunch, water, snacks, snow clothes (see Monday), your favorite sled (optional)
Friday: Lunch, water, snacks, snow clothes (see Monday)

April Vacation Camp

Join Petra Cliffs on your days off from school and we will go on a new adventure each day. Activities will be indoors AND outdoors, and our schedule will somewhat depend on the weather.


Dates:  April 26 - 30, 2010
Time:   9am - 4pm. Morning and afternoon extended care available from 8-9 am and/or 4-5pm.
Cost:   $ 65 per day

Upon registration, you will be sent a Welcome Packet confirming your enrollment. This packet will also include forms that will need to be completed before your child attends a Petra Cliffs camp.

Schedule:
Monday: Indoor climbing and Ropes Course, indoor/outdoor games
Tuesday: Outdoor climbing in Bolton!
Wednesday: Outdoor Ropes Course at Bolton Adventure Center
Thursday: Caving! Remember to bring caving clothes and an extra pair of dry shoes!
Friday: Indoor climbing and Ropes Course, indoor/outdoor games, light hiking

Things to bring:
- Layers of clothing (you know April in VT... it might be 40 degrees in the morning, 75 degrees in the afternoon!), including hat & gloves
- Durable shoes- sneakers for Indoor climbing days, but boots are great for other days
- Rain jacket
- LUNCH, WATER and snacks
- Caving clothes: Come dressed in the morning with LONG PANTS AND LONG SLEEVES over a BATHING SUIT- old jeans or sweatpants, and a sweatshirt or fleece, and gloves that can get wet and muddy, and a CHANGE OF CLOTHES (including dry shoes & underwear!)
- Do NOT bring sandals or any open-toed shoes!

Summer Family Programs

Family Climbing Day

Spend a day sharing an exciting and challenging experience. Let us expose your family to the thrill of rock climbing and some of the most spectacular views in the area. Price includes a guide and equipment for one Adult and Child pair. Additional family members can be added for $45 for each additional child or $55 for each additional adult. 

Ages 6+

Dates:   tba

Costs: tba

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