Mission Statement
At Camp Allegheny we strive to encourage all guests to develop a greater appreciation for the wonders of nature, to teach guests how to observe, discover, and process information through outdoor experiences, to help guests understand and take responsibility for their role in preserving natural resources for the next generation and give conservation a higher priority in their lives and help Christian groups recognize the application of nature lessons to their spiritual lives.
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- Exciting, enriching, interdisciplinary, integrated, experiential, hands – on learning
- Flexible curriculum in a natural environment
- Community building activities
- Cooperative problem solving skill development
- Comprehensive teacher support
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Camp Allegheny's Outdoor Education staff includes certified teachers and others with environmental degrees and specialized skills. All are rich in knowledge and experience in the outdoor setting. They are dedicated to assist groups in planning and implementing an outdoor education program that is especially suited to the group's needs.
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Camp Allegheny's Outdoor Education curriculum has been designed to help meet the requirements of and develop student proficiency in many science, math, social studies, language arts, and physical education standards required by the PA Department of Education. Field instruction, materials, and equipment are provided by Camp Allegheny Students are encouraged to develop their skills of observation, classification, investigation, data management, and responsible environmentally friendly decision making.
Curriculum can be selected to enhance a unit of study, follow a particular theme, take advantage of a particular season, and/or reflect student/teacher interests. Themes may include Native Americans, Pioneers, Conservation/Ecology, Nature Discovery & Exploration, Fall Harvest, Winter Wonderland, Spring Fever, Animals, and more.
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Camp Allegheny is conveniently located in the Laurel Highlands of Western PA on Route 30 just 1 ½ hours east of Pittsburgh and 3 hours northwest of Washington D.C. Guests can explore a variety of habitats at Camp Allegheny. Neighboring timbered land, a coal mine, and farmland contrast with the un-timbered forest woodlands, fields, meadows, quiet pond, and refreshing stream. Modern dining, lodging and restrooms at main camp provide human guests with necessary “creature comforts.” Our camp center, classrooms, nature center and gymnasium allow programming to continue uninterrupted regardless of weather. Your group can decide just how much “exposure to the elements” you are willing to experience.
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An important part of the Outdoor Education program is helping students grow life skills including personal responsibility, stewardship, cooperation and problem solving within a community. At Camp Allegheny students are served nutritious meals family style, practice table manners and hospitality, measure food waste, take turns being responsible for table setting and clean up. Adventure activities and games require students to work together to solve the group's “problem”. The contribution of every member of the group is valued and encouraged.
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Opportunities are available for all ages – preschool, elementary, middle school, high school and adults in every season. Our Outdoor Education staff will assist you in selecting from our Outdoor Education Curriculum, Recreation, and Adventure activities to create an exciting, age appropriate experience. Bring your own bag lunch to eat outdoors or request a hot meal served in our dining hall. Rates vary according to how much/how little staff support you require. Contact us for more information.
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Camp Allegheny offers flexible 3 – 5 day mid-week residential outdoor education programs for upper elementary and middle school students. The community building & life skills components of our outdoor education programs have added benefits for students in 5th & 6th grade making the transition from elementary classrooms to a middle or junior high school format. Currently our Outdoor Education program offers fall sessions in Sept. & Oct, winter sessions in Jan & Feb, spring sessions in April & May.
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In addition to the basic Outdoor Education curriculum, Camp Allegheny offers a variety of recreation activities and special evening programs. Groups may choose canoeing, sailing, pony rides, trail rides on horseback, archery, volleyball, basketball, soccer, flag football, baseball, softball, Frisbee, ping pong, four square, miniature golf, horseshoes, sledding, snowboarding, skiing, singing, crafts, skits, storyteller, square dancing, hayrides, game show, movies, and campfires.
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