At Rockmont, adventure is more than just an activity—it’s a mindset. Our Adventure Skills challenge campers to build confidence, resilience, and a deep appreciation for the natural world. Whether navigating rugged trails on a mountain bike, mastering outdoor survival techniques, paddling across the lake, or scaling rock faces, each experience fosters growth, teamwork, and a spirit of exploration. Led by skilled instructors, these hands-on adventures empower campers to push their limits while discovering the thrill of the great outdoors.
Adventure Skills
Mountain Biking
(11+ Years)
Our Mountain Biking program walks campers through basic bike maintenance and safety, and then expands their riding skills through agility courses and technique-specific training. As campers progress in their skill, they will have the opportunity to ride on our brand new 3+ mile trail system that carves through Rockmont’s 600 acres of pristine mountain beauty.
Campers participating in our progression program will have the opportunity to go on off-camp mountain biking trips to world-renowned trails all throughout Western North Carolina. If you have your own trail-rated mountain bike, feel free to bring it!
Outdoor Survival Skills
Outdoor Survival Skills offers campers the opportunity to gain confidence in their ability to navigate and survive the outdoors. Age-appropriate topics and instruction include building shelter, fire building, finding and purifying water, first aid, navigation, and more! Campers that participate in our progression program will have the opportunity to go on backcountry backpacking trips throughout our beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains!
Paddling
(Canoeing & Kayaking)
Our paddling program offers campers the opportunity to develop essential whitewater skills on Lake Eden in tandem canoes, solo canoes, and whitewater kayaks. Campers that participate in our progression program will have the opportunity to take their fundamentals a step further by applying their skills to local rivers. Once a camper “passes” a certain section of the river in a kayak/canoe, they will be able to advance to a slightly more challenging river. Close-toed water shoes are required for off-camp trips!
Rock Climbing
Our climbing program teaches campers the fundamentals of rock climbing safety and basic climbing techniques. Throughout the session, campers will practice their technique on Rockmont’s new climbing tower that overlooks the heart of camp. Campers that participate in our progression program could have the chance to utilize their skills on off-camp trips to some of Western North Carolina’s premier climbing routes. From Linville Gorge to Looking Glass Rock, there is no shortage of breathtaking views for campers to take advantage of.