Hours, check in/check out
Please arrive between 8:00am & 8:30am for camp daily. Camper check-out begins at 4:15pm, but you may pick up as late as 5:00pm.
Drop off/pick up location
The drop-off and pick up for your camp is 120 Tredegar St., Richmond, VA 23219 (The Dominion parking lot at the base of the foot bridge)
👕 Clothing – Wear a bathing suit under comfortable shorts and a t-shirt (or rash guard).
👟 Shoes – Durable sandals (no flip-flops) that can get wet & dirty. Please bring a pair of non-cotton socks to wear with climbing shoes or with sandals to prevent blisters!
💦 Hydration – A water bottle or hydration pack.
🌦 Weather Prep – A hoodie or rain jacket if needed. Electrolytes, portable fans/misters, hats, sun shirts, and other heat protective gear are recommended for high heat weeks. We are a Rain or Shine camp!
🍏 Lunch & Snacks – We provide snacks & drinks daily. Please pack a non-perishable lunch on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
🔥 Special Meals: Wednesday is our traditional cookout (burgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers), and Friday is our pizza party!
🛶 Gear – We provide all equipment, including boats, paddles, life jackets & helmets. You may bring your own if preferred.
☀️ Sunscreen – Apply before arrival; we will reapply as needed throughout the day.
🔖 Label Belongings – Ensure all items are labeled to prevent loss.
🚫 No Electronics or Valuables – They will get wet, lost, or broken.
The cost of a 5-day session of Rock and River is $795 + a $50 registration fee. We offer 4-day sessions on holiday weeks including Juneteenth and July 4th, where the cost of a session is $636 + a $50 registration fee.
To help ensure a smooth camp experience for everyone, please take a moment to review our payment process:
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Registration Fee: A non-refundable $50 registration fee is required at the time of registration to reserve your camper’s spot.
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Final Payments: All unpaid session balances are due on June 1st, 2027
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Automatic Billing: For your convenience, any remaining account balance will be automatically charged to the credit card on file on June 1st, 2027.
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Session Transfers: Balances may be transferred to another available session within the same calendar year at no extra charge, subject to availability.
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Refund Policy: Passages is unable to offer refunds for cancellations made less than two weeks prior to the start of your scheduled session.
Thank you for your timely payments and support. If you have any questions about your balance or need to make changes to your session, don’t hesitate to reach out!
To ensure a seamless camp experience, Passages requires all participants to submit updated registration forms each year prior to the start of their session. Even if your child attended camp in previous seasons, new copies of both forms must be completed before arrival.
Please complete, and submit the following mandatory forms, which can be found directly under the Camp Forms tab:
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Camper Information Form: Includes essential camper background details, health history, counselor notes, and pickup authorizations.
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Assumption of Risk Form: Outlines safety disclosures and legal acknowledgments required for program participation.
Important: Campers will not be permitted to participate in activities or check in on the first day until both forms are on file.
Who is eligible to attend Passages Adventure Camp?
Passages is open to all campers who meet the age requirements for their specific program, have the physical capability to participate in active outdoor sports, and can thrive within a small-group environment without needing continuous 1-on-1 support.
Do you offer financial assistance?
We offer both full and half scholarships for our programs, awarded while funds last. Applications for the 2027 season are open now and close on May 1st. Scholarships are awarded in early May, ahead of the camp season. To learn more and apply, please visit our scholarship page HERE.
What if my child has a medical condition, allergy, or accommodation need?
We welcome open communication! All families must complete detailed health and emergency forms prior to camp. If your child has a specific physical, medical, or behavioral need, our leadership team will review the details with you beforehand to ensure we can safely support them within our 4:1 supervision structure. Please email arden@peakexperiences.com or passages@peakexperiences.com for any questions regarding medical accommodations.
Are there discounts for multiple campers or weeks?
Yes! Our registration fee is capped per family. You only have to pay the registration fee once, whether you are:
How do you manage risk?
Please visit our website to learn more about how we manage risk at passages adventure camp- https://www.peakexperiences.com/passages-risk-management
