AAVE: Rock and Roll Program Overview & Recommendation

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Choice Camps Recommendation of AAVE: Rock and Roll

Since 1976, more than 10,000 students from 48 U.S. states and over 40 countries have enjoyed AAVE trips throughout the world. AAVE programs combine adventure travel with service work, language study, and wilderness skills through carefully-crafted itineraries. All AAVE programs include community service projects which contribute to the environment and communities visited.

The "All About Visiting Earth" community consists of teenagers who choose active participation, individual responsibility, and who respect and care about one another. AAVE trips are led by top-notch trip leaders who teach skills that lead to a lifetime of exploration, friendship, enjoyment, and personal growth. For families looking for a summer that will exceed their expectations for leadership, safety, adventure, fun, and depth of programming, AAVE may be the perfect choice.

Trip Description

Your kayak instruction begins on a lake or heated pool where you learn how to wet exit, roll, paddle, read rivers, ferrying, surf waves and successfully navigate rapids. AAVE Rock and Roll is designed for first-timers and experienced paddlers. The scenery is awesome, the challenge intense, the paddling is sweet, and the class II and III rapids are yours to enjoy. A support raft carries your gear, and you camp under the stars on the banks of the Arkansas River.

Rock Climbing Camp:
Push your limits in a safe and fun environment. RnR is the perfect place to take your first rock climbing lesson, or to master more advanced techniques. American Mountain Guides Association certified instructors teach essential knots, basic climbing techniques and safety principles.

Climb a classic Colorado "Fourteener":
Colorado has 54 peaks over 14,000 feet and they are visited by thousands of people each year. You set out on a backpack expedition to help protect and preserve the natural integrity of these majestic mountains. After working to build trails and restore impacted areas, you attempt a Fourteener ascent. Summiting a 14,000 foot peak is a safe and organized adventure geared to the focused individual ready for a big challenge.

Staff Overview

AAVE trip leaders are highly motivated role models with extensive experience working with teenagers in adventure environments. All Trip Leaders are certified in the highest levels of first aid, CPR, and lifeguard training. AAVE Trip Leaders are at least 21 years old and are current college students or graduates.

Setting & Accommodations

AAVE Rock and Roll participants enjoy camping in the Rockies.

Safety Standards

AAVE Trip Leaders have a minimum certification of Wilderness First Responder or Advanced Wilderness First Aid. Many are certified Adult Wilderness EMTs and life guards.

AAVE is accredited by the American Camp Association and meets more than 300 safety standards set forth by the organization.