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Skidmore College
Pre-Orientation Programs

SCOOP Trek, Track & Paddle

This trip experiences the Adirondacks in unique ways. You will spend a day Riding the Rails followed by a paddle down the Sacandaga River (kayaks/canoes) and a day whitewater rafting.  You will spend your evenings around the campfire making s'mores and bonding with your new classmates and upperclass peer leaders while watching the stars in the Adirondack dark skies.   You will stay at Skye Farm Camp in a traditional Adirondack bunk style cabin. You will need a warm sleeping bag and pillow.

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Sample Itinerary

Day 1 Head up to Skye Farm Camp, ice breakers, exploring the property, games, swimming, paddling, dinner, bonfire and s'mores

Day 2 Head to Revolution Rail to spend the morning riding the rails then dropping into the river and kayaking back to base. Head back to camp chill, swim, games, SURPRISE event at night and of course bonfire and s'mores

Day 3 Head back to the river and do some whitewater rafting. Head back to camp go for a swim, hike, paddling, lawn games, chill, dinner, bonfire and s'mores

Day 4 Breakfast, head back to Skidmore to start your college career with your new friends!!