Summer Camp for 2025

Welcome to a Summer Your Campers Will Never Soon Forget!

Acadia Mountain Guides Climbing School is a full service climbing school located in the state of Maine that leads courses and expeditions all throughout the United States and internationally as well. As a summer camp, Acadia Mountain Guides is accredited by the American Camp Association, American Mountain Guide Association, and the Professional Climbing Instructors Association; and as of 2024, is the first camp to be accredited by all three groups. The reputation of Acadia Mountain Guides has been reached through holding our staff and guides to exceptionally high standards through and through.

The school is led by Jon Tierney, one of a handful of American's to achieve a full IFMGA  international mountain guide certification. With his oversight, the climbing school runs a number of specialized camps, each tuned to different levels of experience in the world of rock climbing. There are also high adventure and multi-sport camps for those who would like to experience more that only rock climbing. The majority of these camps are overnight camps where campers will stay in tents in different camp sites around Acadia, New Hampshire, or the rest of Maine depending on the summer camp experience that you choose for your camper.

Continue reading to learn more about each of the unique camp experiences that AMGCS offers including discounts for early registration and more!

Our RockPro camps come in five different levels. Here is what each camp is and the experience that we promise to deliver. Starting out, we have...

RockPro I
Overnight and Day Camp Options
For Ages 9-13
This camp is perfect for those who are looking to build rock climbing and bouldering skills and have climbed a little bit before but want more. Instructors will focus on top rope climbing skills like knots, belaying and techniques. Campers are left with new-found confidence, new skills, and friendships. No experience is needed. This camp is available in both day and overnight options.

RockPro II
Overnight Camp
For Ages 13-18
This is the gateway to mastering climbing under expert guidance. Whether you are just a beginner or have prior experience, this intense week focuses on enhancing your climbing abilities. Learn essential technical and movement skills crucial for independent climbing. Dive deep into anchor building, top rope skills, and problem-solving at various cliffs. Gain confidence, responsibility, and risk management skills while enjoying the thrill of climbing and meeting new friends. Transition to climbing on your own with RockPro II.

RockPro III
Overnight Camp
For Ages 13-18
This camp aligns with the typical gym-to-crag learner ready to put their knowledge to the test. Climb routes of varying difficulty, focusing on enhancing sport climbing skills and tackling renowned test pieces. Suitable for those with prior climbing experience, participants will delve into sport climbing techniques, safety measures for leading, bolt anchoring, and retreat strategies. Offered in multiple locations including Acadia, Clifton, and Rumney. All of these locations offer steep, gym-like rock with closely spaced bolts for optimal learning and safety. Informative lessons on technical skills will be interspersed throughout the camp. Proficient climbers may have the chance to lead sport routes after demonstrating their abilities on mock leads.

RockPro IV
Overnight Camp
For Ages 14-18
RockPro IV is renown for guiding teens on multi-pitch climbs and teaching traditional lead climbing skills using gear such as cams and stoppers. Aspiring climbers practice aid climbing, gear placements, anchor building, and self-rescue before transitioning to leading. This camp has a smaller camper-to-guide ratio ensuring maximum individual attention and the opportunity to tackle complex routes. A heavy emphasis is placed on personal risk management, ensuring campers leave as self-sufficient and competent climbers.

Rock Master Advanced Rock
Overnight Camp
For Ages 14-18
One of America's most advanced teen climbing camps. An expanded version of RockPro IV offering a unique climbing experience tailored to those with prior climbing experience seeking to tackle more challenging terrain and master advanced technical skills. Journey to New England's iconic climbing destinations, scaling classics like Whitney-Gilman and Pinnacle Buttress. Led by AMG senior guides, often including IFMGA/AMGA mountain guide Jon Tierney, participants send traditional and sport routes over a range of difficulty. Daily skill clinics cover topics like anchoring, self-rescue, and alternate belays. Limited to a small ratio of 4 participants per guide, this course prioritizes personalized attention and fun while learning from industry experts. Recommended for those who have completed RockPro III or possess equivalent skills and can climb at least 5.8 outdoors.

Acadia Mountain Guides offers a handful of other outdoor adventure camps that utilize rock climbing as well as a number of other human powered outdoor sports such as paddling, hiking, and exploring. These camps prioritize fun and building confidence over all else...

Mountain Monkeys
Day Camp
For Ages 7-9
GET OUTSIDE! An ideal day camp for young adventurers to explore outdoor activities and to build confidence and teamwork. Led by safety-conscious guides, each day offers new and exciting experiences, from scaling Beehive to swimming in clear lakes and rock climbing along sea cliffs. Prioritizing fun and self-discovery, our camps promote responsibility and fitness in small group settings.

Young Explorers Adventure Camp
Overnight Camp
For Ages 9-13
Ever touched a starfish, crawled inside the earth, or scaled a cliff? Experience the wonders of Maine's outdoors with new adventures every day! From Hiking mountaintops to rock climbing sea cliffs, exploring caves, and learning wilderness skills, there's something for everyone. Campers can also meet rangers, visit aquariums, and more. Challenge yourself, make new friends, and discover the rewards of nature. 

Maine Outdoor Multi-sport Teen Adventure Camp
Overnight Camp
For Ages 13-18
Immerse yourself in thrilling multi-sport adventures in Maine's stunning wilderness. Led by seasoned outdoor leaders, engage in rock climbing, hiking, canoeing, and more amidst picturesque landscapes. Gain invaluable lessons in teamwork, leadership, and forge new friendships. With expert guidance, conquer rock faces, explore scenic trails, and develop essential skills. Join our tight-knit community for a summer camp filled with outdoor exploration and unforgettable memories in Maine! For the summer of 2025, there will be an additional 7 day girls camp week of our multi-sport camp. 

For more information about the summer camps that Acadia Mountain Guides offers including dates, pricing, and locations visit AcadiaMountainGuides.com. There, you can also find information on registering for camps for 2025 as registration is now open. Early bird discounts are available to those who lock in for this coming summer before February 1st of 2025. 

• If you register by 12/1/2024 you can receive a 20% discount with code: EARLYBIRD12
• If you register by 1/1/2025 you can receive a 15% discount with code: EARLYBIRD1
• If you register by 2/1/2025 you can receive a 10% discount with code: EARLYBIRD2

Additional volume and sibling discounts are also available which can be found on the Acadia Mountain Guides Website. 

For any and all camp related questions, Acadia Mountain Guides Climbing School can be reached by email or phone and one of our team members will do their best to get you the information you need to provide the best summer ever for your camper.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 207-866-7562 or 207-288-8186