Horses & Canoes: Summer Camp in the Ozarks With Your Family

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Age 10 - 17

	ROOMING OPTION PRICING The figures below indicate the rooming options available.
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Jul 9 - Jul 14, 2023 Per Adult 899 Per Child 599 Select
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Jul 23 - Jul 28, 2023 Per Adult 899 Per Child 599 Select
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Deposit, Transfer & Cancellation Policy

Program Terms & Conditions

Horses & Canoes: Summer Camp in the Ozarks With Your Family

Program No. 22180RJ Deposit at Enrollment: 100 Final payment due: 59 days before departure date

Transfer & Cancellation Policy

Note: These fees apply to at least one date of this program, but may vary by date.

If you transfer or cancel:

fee will be applied if you do not call Road Scholar Participant Services at least one business day prior to the program start date.

Transfer Fee: 100 % of order total

Cancel Fee: 100 % of order total

less than 14 days prior to program start date

Transfer Fee: 50 % of order total

Cancel Fee: 50 % of order total

55 to 14 days prior to program start date

Cancel Fee: $200.00

119 to 56 days prior to program start date

Cancel Fee: $100.00

up to 120 days prior to program start date

Cancel Fee: $50.00

up to 14 days prior to program start date

Transfer Fee: $0.00

If you transfer or cancel:	Transfer Fee:	Cancel Fee:
fee will be applied if you do not call road scholar participant services at least one business day prior to the program start date.	100 % of order total	100 % of order total
less than 14 days prior to program start date	50 % of order total	50 % of order total
55 to 14 days prior to program start date		$200.00
119 to 56 days prior to program start date		$100.00
up to 120 days prior to program start date		$50.00
up to 14 days prior to program start date	$0.00

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

For the greatest peace of mind and protection, we require all Road Scholar participants to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including having received all recommended boosters if eligible.

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How to Enroll in a Program

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Tax-Deductible Donations

As a not-for-profit organization, we appreciate and rely on charitable donations to help us develop and maintain high-quality educational programs with exceptional value. Donations from U.S. citizens are tax-deductible as provided by law. As Road Scholar is not a registered charity in Canada, donations are not tax deductible for Canadian citizens.

Financial Assistance

Road Scholar offers two kinds of assistance: Scholarships, for those with desire but not the financial means to participate in our U.S.- or Canada-based learning adventures; and Caregiver Grants, designed to provide a unique respite opportunity for unpaid family caregivers to participate in a U.S.- or Canada-based Road Scholar program. Visit www.roadscholar.org/about/financial-assistance/scholarships, email us at scholarships@roadscholar.org, or call us toll free at (877) 426-8056.

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Activity Level Ratings

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Service Learning

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Included Emergency Assistance and Medical Evacuation Insurance

Road Scholar’s continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified in our Road Scholar Assurance Plan. Whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our programs overseas, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under the Road Scholar Assurance Plan. This plan is purchased by Road Scholar on behalf of every participant. The plan provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program and insurance for emergency medical evacuation. This plan includes insurance benefits underwritten by Arch Insurance Company and emergency assistance services provided by LiveTravel Assist. To learn more about this plan, including its terms, conditions, limits, and exclusions, and to view and download a certificate of insurance, please visit: www.roadscholar.org/about/included-insurance/

Travel Health

In addition to maintaining necessary vaccinations, including seasonal influenza vaccination, Road Scholar recommends all participants consult with their physician, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Department of State regarding their health condition and any recommendations specific to the destinations they will visit or transit well before departure. While Road Scholar does its best to provide pertinent information regarding international health requirements and travel health precautions for travel abroad, please remember we are not health experts and can only share with you the recommendations made by the CDC and the US Department of State. It It is therefore your responsibility to consult with your physician and/or contact the CDC for health information specific to your travel destination. Your physician will be able to assess your overall health and fitness, provide information and guidance on health risks you may encounter while traveling, medication you may need to take, and other precautions for the prevention of injury and illness during your program.

Here is guidance from the Centers for Disease Control on how to avoid contracting and spreading an illness.

Only travel if you are healthy. Stay home if you are sick, displaying any symptoms of potential sickness.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

For those looking for additional resources on this topic, we recommend trusted sources such as your physician, the US Department of State, CDC, and WHO.

U.S. Department of State: www.travel.state.gov
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): www.cdc.gov/travel
World Health Organization (WHO): www.who.int/

Your health and safety are of the utmost importance to us. To learn more about Road Scholar’s commitment to our participants’ well-being and the steps you can take to keep yourself healthy when traveling, please visit www.roadscholar.org/practical-information/general-health-safety/

Please also be sure to review our Travel Updates webpage for the latest travel information, steps we are taking to keep your program experience as safe as possible, as well as helpful information about how to prepare for your upcoming program and what to expect once you're there. www.roadscholar.org/practical-information/travel-updates/

Domestic Travel Arrangements

Programs in the United States and Canada require independent arrivals and departures unless otherwise stated, meaning that you must make your own travel arrangements to and from the program site. If you are flying to your program, you will be responsible for getting yourself from the airport to the starting location of your program and returning to the airport at the end. Please keep in mind that many airlines assess penalties if you need to change or cancel your ticket— up to 100 percent of the ticket price in certain cases — for which you will be responsible. Please also be aware that Road Scholar may occasionally have to alter a program in a way that affects flight schedules, and you will be responsible for changing your flight arrangements and paying applicable fees. For the greatest protection, we recommend waiting until 60 days prior to your program in the United States or Canada to purchase airfare.

International Travel Arrangements

Road Scholar Can Help Arrange Your International Airfare

Almost all of our international programs can be purchased with airfare arranged by Road Scholar. We have negotiated special international rates with major airlines. A list of departure cities can be found by visiting our website or calling to speak with one of our experienced Advisors. As an added benefit, guaranteed airport transfers on the program’s published start and end date are included with your international air travel when arranged through Road Scholar. If your preferred airport is not listed, or you would like to travel on a different day, travel in premium or business class, specify the airline or routing, or travel independently before or after our program, we are happy to customize and create a personalized air travel itinerary to meet your needs. Select the “Custom Flight Arrangements” option and then the airport you want, or discuss your flight preferences with one of our expert air Travel Advisors.

Arranging Your Own International Airfare

If you choose to make your own international air travel arrangements, you will be responsible for getting yourself from the airport to the starting location of your program and returning to the airport at the end. Please keep in mind that many airlines assess penalties if you need to change or cancel your ticket— up to 100 percent of the ticket price in certain cases — for which you will be responsible. Please also be aware that Road Scholar may occasionally have to alter a program in a way that affects flight schedules, and you will be responsible for changing your flight arrangements and paying applicable fees. For the greatest protection, we recommend waiting until 90 days prior to your International program to purchase airfare,

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The optional Road Scholar Trip Protection Plan helps protect your investment if you must cancel or interrupt your program for specified, covered reasons, such as illness or injury to you, your traveling companion or an immediate family member of you or your traveling companion. Plus, if you need to cancel your program for any reason not covered by insurance, you will receive a credit good for future travel with Road Scholar for the full amount of the Road Scholar cancellation fee. The plan also provides benefits if you are delayed getting to or returning home from your program and protects your investment should you have an emergency during your program that causes you to miss program days or return home earlier than expected. Your airfare, whether purchased through Road Scholar or independently, is covered at no additional cost — an exceptional benefit and value offered exclusively to Road Scholar participants. You will receive information about this optional travel insurance plan when you enroll in a program. To learn more about this plan, including its terms, conditions, limits, and exclusions, and to view and download a certificate of insurance, please visit: www.roadscholar.org/about/protection-plan.

Additional Program Information

Our goal is to make sure our participants have the most enjoyable and rewarding program experience possible. Whether you are considering one of Road Scholar’s many educational adventures or are currently enrolled in a program, we highly recommend you review the additional program information available in the Practical Information section on our website. The section includes a wide range of topics and information -- everything from how to choose the perfect program to traveling solo to insurance. Please visit www.roadscholar.org/practical-information, or call us if you have specific questions. After you enroll in a program, please be sure to carefully read all pre-program communications and your Program preparatory materials, as they provide important information about how to prepare for your upcoming program and what to expect once you're there.

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Deposit, Transfer and Cancellation Policy

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About Program Details and Itineraries

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If Road Scholar Cancels or Interrupts a Program

Road Scholar reserves the right to cancel programs prior to departure, terminate a program early, and to take action as needed on an individual or group basis when, in Road Scholar’s opinion, the health, safety or well-being of participants requires such action. Additionally, due to low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances, Road Scholar must occasionally cancel or change the dates of a program. When that occurs we will notify you as far in advance as possible and will assist you in transferring your enrollment to another program or refunding your full Road Scholar program payment. If you have made transportation arrangements, such as an airline ticket purchase, Road Scholar will give you a credit good for future travel with Road Scholar to help cover the cost of transferring your travel arrangements for use on a replacement program. The maximum value of the credit will be $300 and documentation of your paid fees is required before issuance of the credit.

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Safety & Risks

Certain risks — from natural disasters to accidents, outbreaks of illness, crime, insect-borne and other infectious diseases, environmental risks to health, terrorism and other unforeseen events — are inherent in travel. While such occurrences are beyond our control, we make substantial efforts to be prepared for such possibilities. Participants are encouraged to review the safety and travel information provided by the U.S. Department of State and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to learn about current security issues, travel advisories and warnings, recent embassy notices, country-specific health information, health risks you may encounter while traveling, precautions for the prevention of illness, disease and general health issues during your program and other helpful destination-specific information. By enrolling in a program, you agree to assume responsibility for your own health, safety, and welfare, and acknowledge that Road Scholar cannot guarantee your safety or health at any time.

Admission & Participation Policy

The granting or denial of admission to a program is within the sole discretion of Road Scholar. Road Scholar reserves the right to revoke admission or terminate or limit participation at any time if Road Scholar reasonably determines a participant’s condition, behavior or actions are inappropriate or disruptive, or adversely affect the participant’s health or safety, or the health, safety or enjoyment of other participants. Road Scholar reserves the right to take action as needed on an individual or group basis when, in Road Scholar’s sole opinion, the health, safety or well-being of participants requires such action.

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6 days

5 nights

14 meals

4B 5L 5D

1

Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner

Potosi, MO

2

Aquatic Ecology, Horse Ride, Canoeing, Nature Center, Hike

Potosi, MO

3

Hiking, Caledonia, Alpine Tower & Swing

Potosi, MO

4

Scenic Ride, Free Time, Campfire, Water Ecology, Winery

Potosi, MO

5

Float Trip, Barn Dance, Leather Branding

Potosi, MO

6

Program Concludes

Potosi, MO

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At a Glance

Summer camp awaits you and your family at YMCA Trout Lodge — a family camp situated on 5,000 forested acres on a shimmering lake in the Eastern Foothills of the Ozarks. Together you’ll take on some summer-camp favorites, like canoeing, archery and horseback riding. Plus, take part in fun activities that you’ll only find in and around Trout Lodge, from climbing among the larger-than-life granite boulders at Elephant Rocks State Park to soaring high above the forest on the Alpine Swing. Learn to line dance from the Triangle Y Wranglers, and tell stories by the campfire as you fill up on s’mores under the stars. All this and more in a beautiful setting in Eastern Foothills of the Ozarks.

Activity Level

Outdoor: No Sweat

Walking up to two miles on uneven terrain. Horseback riding up to three hours.

Small Group

Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

Best of all, you’ll…

Hit the lake in a canoe, where you’ll learn how to paddle properly from your expert instructor, and take on a leisurely float trip down the river.
Practice riding a horse in the equestrian barn before heading out on a trail ride through hardwood forests.
Climb high above the forest on the Alpine Tower, swing through the air on the Alpine Swing, and enjoy a moonlight zip line adventure as you zip through the night sky.

General Notes

This is a Family program for participants, their adult children and grandchildren ages 10 and up. For a comparable intergenerational adventure for just grandparents and grandchildren, check out program #14633!

Featured Expert

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Steve Schmich

Steve Schmich is a retired teacher who is passionate about sharing his great love for the outdoors with others. During his teaching career, he taught health, physical education, and outdoor education. Steve has specific interests in aquatic ecology and geology.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

Steve Schmich View biography

Steve Schmich is a retired teacher who is passionate about sharing his great love for the outdoors with others. During his teaching career, he taught health, physical education, and outdoor education. Steve has specific interests in aquatic ecology and geology.

Melissa Voyles View biography

Melissa Voyles is right at home on the ranch and in the saddle. Passionate about riding horses since she was young, Melissa became an instructor with The Certified Horsemanship Association in both English and Western riding. Following the horse and ranch career path, she started out as a part-time wrangler at the Triangle Y Ranch and worked her way up to ranch director. She loves sharing her passion of horses and horsemanship skills with others. Melissa also holds a BS in animal science.

Maggie Deaton View biography

Maggie Deaton grew up on a horse farm and has ridden horses for as long as she can remember, taking lessons and riding with all kinds of different trainers. She attended the University of Missouri and got her degree in Agricultural Business. One of the reasons Maggie works at the Triangle Y Ranch is so that she can pass on her knowledge and love for horses to Road Scholars.

Jessie Stevenson View biography

Jessie Stevenson is the guest experience director of Trout Lodge. She has been coming to Camp Lakewood and Trout Lodge since she was 10 years old. She has a strong passion for the outdoors and rock climbing. The best part of working here for her is that she gets to provide others with the same experience she has had and share her passion for camp life.

Jeri Melton View biography

Jeri Melton is the senior director of Trout Lodge. She grew up as a camper with the YMCA and worked her way through high school and college as with YMCA and Salvation Army camps. She went on to work in youth entertainment with Disney Cruise Line where she was able to open two new ships. She has a bachelor's in marketing and communications as well as a master's in educational leadership. She has a passion for nature, outdoor education, and guest services.

Suggested Reading List (3 books)

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You can find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.

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Missouri Geology: Three Billion Years of Volcanoes, Seas, Sediments, and Erosion

by A.G. Unklesbay and Jarry D. Vineyard

Washington County, Missouri: including its History, the Horine Cemetery, the Hughes Mountain State Natural Area, and More

by Sharon Clyde

Roadside Geology of Missouri

by Charles G. Spencer

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6 days

5 nights

14 meals

4 B 5 L 5 D

DAY

1

Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner

Potosi, MO

D

YMCA Trout Lodge

Activity note: Check-in from 3:30 p.m. Orientation at 4:30 p.m with welcome dinner to follow.

Afternoon: Program Registration: 3:30 p.m. After you have your room assignment, join us at the Road Scholar table to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet containing the up-to-date schedule that reflects any changes, other important information, and to confirm the time and location of the Orientation session. If you arrive late, please ask for your packet when you check in. Orientation: 4:30 p.m. The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and answer questions. Indicated times are approximate. Periods in the schedule designated as “Free time” and “At leisure” offer opportunities to do what you like and make your experience even more meaningful and memorable according to your personal preferences. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions, and will often be available to accompany informal excursions or activities. You are welcome to join if you like, with any associated costs on your own. Program activities, schedules, personnel, and indicated distances or times may change due to local circumstances/conditions. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding.

Dinner: In the Trout Lodge dining room, enjoy a buffet with selections from two soups, salad bar, two entrees, assorted side dishes, and dessert bar. Drink options include coffee, tea, water, juice, soda and milk.

Evening: Explore Trout Lodge and Camp Lakewood and learn about the week's activities. Afterward, introduce yourself and get to know one another better.

DAY

2

Aquatic Ecology, Horse Ride, Canoeing, Nature Center, Hike

Potosi, MO

B,L,D

YMCA Trout Lodge

Activity note: Horseback riding requires long pants and closed-toe shoes. Bring shoes that can get wet for water ecology.

Breakfast: The hot buffet breakfast varies daily, including sausage or bacon omelet, biscuits and gravy, bacon, pancakes, or French toast. Fresh fruit, breads, cereals and pastries are always available. Beverages include coffee, tea, milk, and juices.

Morning: "What's In and Around the Water" – a hands-on lesson on aquatic ecology at our very own cold springs. Then, we’ll learn how to tack horses and enjoy an educational arena ride at the Equestrian Barn.

Lunch: The hot buffet lunch includes a soup and salad bar as well as dessert. Food options vary; beverages include coffee, tea, milk, water, juices, and soda.

Afternoon: With our canoe instructor, we’ll head out for a paddle on Sunnen Lake.

Dinner: In the dining room.

Evening: We will head down to our zipline in the evening. Go on an adventure and climb a 35 foot pole and then experience the rushing 250 foot zipline.

DAY

3

Hiking, Caledonia, Alpine Tower & Swing

Potosi, MO

B,L,D

YMCA Trout Lodge

Activity note: Driving about 36 miles, approximately 50 minutes to Elephant Rocks State Park. Terrain choice of paved walkway or route over rocks. Elephant Rocks State Park and Alpine Tower/Swing require closed-toe shoes. Wear comfortable clothes.

Breakfast: In the dining room.

Morning: We’ll go on an expert-led hike to outside our Lead Mine where we will explore different types of rocks by digging for our own during this geology expedition.

Lunch: In the dining room.

Afternoon: After lunch we'll head to Elephant Rocks. There are amazing natural geological wonders all around Elephant Rocks State Park, the site of this afternoon’s hike. The park gets its name from its boulders that resemble pink circus elephants. Two routes through the park are available: one on a paved walkway, the other up and over the rocks. On the way back, we’ll stop to explore Caledonia. This small town is known for antiques, hand-dipped ice cream, and candy from the general store.

Dinner: In the dining room.

Evening: We’ll head to our very own Alpine Tower and Alpine Swing for an exciting evening of fun. Alpine Tower: We'll climb over obstacles including "Lucky Charms,” hanging logs, giant logs, and missing link as we scale this 50-foot, hourglass-shaped climbing structure. Alpine Swing: You'll wear a harness and helmet, and you'll be get hooked hook onto a cable that will pulled into the air by your friends and family on the ground. When you're hanging approximately 40 feet in the air and ready to swing, you'll let go of a release cord. You'll fly through the air, "swinging" back and forth over a distance of about 60 feet.

DAY

4

Scenic Ride, Free Time, Campfire, Water Ecology, Winery

Potosi, MO

B,L,D

YMCA Trout Lodge

Activity note: Getting on/off a horse; riding about 45 minutes. Horseback rides require long pants and closed-toe shoes. Fishing poles are provided for free time.

Breakfast: In the dining room.

Morning: We’ll start out the day with a scenic valley ride on horseback through our Ozark foothill trails. After, we'll explore our local stream while we learn about water ecology.

Lunch: In the dining room.

Afternoon: The adults will get to go to our local winery in the afternoon. Guided by a local expert, learn how the wines were made and get to taste them afterwards. The kids (under the supervision of program staff) will spend some time at the country store and playing at the beach.

Dinner: In the dining room.

Evening: We’ll gather around the campfire for a relaxing night of camaraderie. Sing songs, tell stories and jokes, and make delicious s’mores this evening.

DAY

5

Float Trip, Barn Dance, Leather Branding

Potosi, MO

B,L,D

YMCA Trout Lodge

Activity note: Getting on/off a float. Water shoes with a heel strap are encouraged. Wear clothes that can get wet.

Breakfast: In the dining room.

Morning: We’ll head off on a float trip led by Bass River Resorts. In the case of low water conditions on the river, we’ll instead go on an exciting boating excursion on our very own 360-acre lake that boasts seven coves, Goose Island, and dolomite bluffs.

Lunch: Picnic lunch on the beach, we'll pack box lunches and take them with us.

Afternoon: We’ll finish our float trip and return to the lodge to relax and dry off. Spend the rest of the afternoon however you please!

Dinner: In the dining room.

Evening: We'll end the evening by going down to the Ranch for a night of line dancing! We'll also gather around a fire to learn about leather branding.

DAY

6

Program Concludes

Potosi, MO

L

Activity note: 11:00 a.m end of program; Check-out 11:30 a.m. Please check with the Group Leader if you'd like to stay longer after the program concludes.

Morning: We'll conclude our program with a slide show of pictures taken over the course of the week. Then spend some time saying goodbye to all our new friends.

Lunch: In the dining room. A boxed lunch is available for an additional fee for those that wish to leave as soon as the program concludes.

Afternoon: Everyone is welcome to stay for the afternoon to use the Trout Lodge facilities and engage in exciting activities we might not have had to the chance to enjoy earlier. Try your hand at the archery course or take a relaxing banana boat ride. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that program. We hope you enjoy Road Scholar learning adventures and look forward to having you on rewarding programs in the future. Don’t forget to join our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram. Best wishes for all your journeys!

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