Youth and Adult Year Round 2013 Camps

The SCRC offers several camps ranging from one week to all summer, from several hours per day to all day. The type of camp you choose will depend on whether you are brand new to the sport, or if you want to train and race for the US Rowing Club National Championships. We also offer camps for younger children that include rowing and other fun water sports. Please see schedule arranged by age below.

*SCRC Adult Members who purchase any year long membership will receive a 15% discount on camps for children under the age of 18.*

Youth Ages 8-11 Camps

River Fun Afternoons and River Fun Afterschool -Weather permitting, paddling with a life jacket and swimming in the river are a great deal of fun. Everyone wears a life jacket at all times and there are many experienced and certified coaches that keep a watchful eye on all participants. In inclement weather, camp will be held indoors at the SCRC boathouse. Fees for this camp are dependent on the family’s household income. If the annual income is greater than $50,000 the fee is $50 per camper. If the annual household income is less than $50,000 there is no fee.  

A Lazy River Adventure Mornings- The antithesis to the busy school year this camp is a meandering river adventure. Intended as a unstructured opportunity  for campers to explore the sights and sounds of  the river while honing their kayaking and canoeing skills. Time permitting there is also swimming off the dock before the end of the morning session. Also included is a trip to our local Wildlife Center. Those campers opting for the Paddle afternoon session will get to try the single rowing shells, paddle boarding and/or more canoeing and kayaking and of course swimming off the dock. 

Lore & Legends of the River Mornings -  Native American folk tales, local legends and the geological record will help us understand man’s relationship with the river, and its wildlife.  Each day we will set out for a new adventure in the canoes and kayaks to explore the river and it’s banks. Also included is a trip to our local Wildlife Center. Those campers opting for the Paddle afternoon session will get to try the single rowing shells, paddle boarding and/or more canoeing and kayaking and of course swimming off the dock. 

Dates, Pricing and What to Bring for Ages 8-11:

Extended hours 8-9AM and 3-5PM are available for $25 an hour

June 17 - 21
River Fun (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday only)	12PM-3PM	$50.00
June 24 - 28
A Lazy River Adventure	9AM-12PM	$150.00
A Lazy River Adventure + Paddle Afternoon	9AM-3PM	$250.00
July 22 - 26
Lore & Legends of the River	9AM-12PM	$150.00
Lore & Legends of the RIver + Paddle Afternoon	9AM-3PM	$250.00
July 29 - August 2
River Fun (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday only)	12PM-3PM	$50.00
September 1 8 - October 9
River Fun (Wednesdays only)	4:30-5:30PM	$50.00

* What to bring : WildLife campers should bring a hat, sunscreen, water bottle, raingear, dry clothes, suitable shoes for wading, (no flipflops please) shorts, bathing suit, lunch and snacks . Extended day campers should bring summer reading or group games to play. Full day campers please pack your lunch and snacks. Refrigerator is available.

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Youth Ages 12-14 Camps

Orienteering Full Day - New this year campers will learn how to use a compass, make and read maps, find their way in the woods and on the river. By the end of the week, campers will be able to design their own challenging orienteering course on Sycamore Island as well as canoeing and kayaking. Afternoons will end at our docks for swimming, introduction to the small sculling boats and paddle boarding Also included is a trip to our local Wildlife Center. Life vest and compass provided.

Lets Go Fishin' Full Day - This camp will cover everything a beginning angler needs to know from tying knots to getting the fish off the hook. Campers will have the opportunity for kayaking and canoeing to locations on the Allegheny and fishing at offsite locations at some of our local lakes and streams. Afternoons will end at our docks for swimming, introduction to the small sculling boats and paddle boarding. Also included is a trip to our local Wildlife Center. Lifevest, rods, tackle, and bait provided

Dates, Pricing and What to Bring for Ages 12-14:

Row/Wildlife camps extended hours 8-9AM and 3-5PM are available for $25 an hour

March 16
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
April 9 - 25
Learn to Row After School (Tuesdays & Thursdays only)	4-6PM	$80.00
May 4
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
May 7 - 23
Learn to Row After School (Tuesdays & Thursdays only)	4-6PM	$80.00
June 1
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
June 17 - 21
Lets Go Fishin' Full Day	9AM-3PM	$250.00
July 15 - 19
Learn to Row Full Day	9AM-3PM	$250.00
July 27
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
July 29 - August 2
Orienteering Full Day	9AM-3PM	$250.00
August 12 - 16
Learn to Row Full Day	9AM-3PM	$250.00
September 7
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
September 10 - 26
Learn to Row After School (Tuesdays & Thursdays only)	5:30-6:30PM	$80.00
October 8 - 24
Learn to Row After School (Tuesdays & Thursdays only)	5:30-6:30PM	$80.00
October 12
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free

* What to bring : WildLife campers should bring a hat, sunscreen, water bottle, raingear, dry clothes, suitable shoes for wading, (no flipflops please) shorts, bathing suit, lunch and snacks . Extended day campers should bring summer reading or group games to play. Full day campers please pack your lunch and snacks. Refrigerator is available.  

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Juniors Ages 14-18

For competitive rowing camps for juniors ages 14-18 please see "High Performance Training Camps" page. Also, Juniors are welcome to join any of the weekly rowing classes, see "Rowing and Fitness Classes" page.

Learn to Row After School- This four-week program is to introduce juniors to the sport of rowing. By using the indoor rowing machines, juniors will primarily learn technique and incorporate some fitness in this program. At the end of the winter LTR, rowers are encouraged to register for the remainder of the Indoor Winter Training, which goes through the beginning of March. Rowers will be prepared to begin rowing and racing in the spring season.

FREE Intro to Rowing Saturday- This free introductory session is open to those who want to learn technical skills of rowing. This course is taught mainly off of the water through the indoor erg machines with a short time loading equipment and getting in position on the water. This free session will be followed with Learn to Row sessions that provide a more in-depth training into rowing on the river. Completion of a Learn to Row session gives participants the opportunity to join one of our recreational or competitive rowing programs.

Learn to Row Full Days - No experience required! Camp will include at sessions on the water training (weather permitting) plus fitness and weight training (CrossFit) component. Participants will be proficient in the basics of rowing and physically ready to enter into their school’s program or join our competitive or recreational programs.

Learn to Row/Recreational Rowing Camp – No experience required! For this week of morning recreational rowing, campers will not only be introduced to the basic fundamentals of rowing, they will learn how to handle the boats safely (teamwork) and develop good communication skills. Campers can then progress to either our competitive or recreational rowing programs or try out for their school’s crew team.

Boy and Girl SCRC Junior Retreat - The objective of this weekend retreat is to increase self-awareness, paying attention to self-worth and ways to develop the self. “Balance” is not just a figurative word, but is something to invest energy into as demands and opportunities increase for juniors. The weekend will include an array of activities including river fun, hiking, Yoga, and cooking together in a supportive environment. Discussion, self-exploration, and tools for making healthy choices compliment the activities. Check in takes place Friday evening; boarding is expected at the boathouse for the weekend. The retreat will culminate on Sunday afternoon.

Dates and Pricing for Ages 14-18:

March 9 - 10
Boy and Girl SCRC Junior Retreat	overnight	$125.00
March 16
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
May 4
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
June 1
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
July 15 - 19
Learn to Row Full Day	9AM-3PM	$250.00
July 27
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
August 12 - 16
Learn to Row Full Day	9AM-3PM	$250.00
September 7
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
October 12
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free

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Adult Camps

Spring Training Competitive Camp - Rowing in the Northern climates during March and early April is limited due to high river levels (swift current) and the cold. In order to get the best training in the spring , Steel City travels to South Carolina to a 4-H camp called Camp Bob. Adult and high school rowers from any team are welcome to join us, room permitting. 

Camp Bob is within 110 acres on Lake Marion. Rowers stay in dormitories with shared bathroom facilities. The camp provides four meals per day. Rowers participate in 2-3 coached sessions a day. Nightly events, such as marshmallow roasting and beach volleyball tournaments are also offered. Registration deadline is March 9th. Please register HERE.

FREE Intro to Rowing - This free introductory session is open to those who want to learn technical skills of rowing. This course is taught mainly off of the water through the indoor erg machines with a short time loading equipment and getting in position on the water. This free session will be followed with Learn to Row sessions that provide a more in-depth training into rowing on the river. Completion of a Learn to Row session gives participants the opportunity to join one of our recreational or competitive rowing programs.

March 16 - 23
Spring Training Competitive Camp	Overnight	$1000.00
March 16
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
May 4
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
June 1 - 2
Masters Camp Weekend	Overnight	$275.00
June 1
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
July 27
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
September 7
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free
October 12
Free Intro to Rowing Saturday	11AM to 12:30PM	Free

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