The Edge
Grades rising 10th & 11thThis leadership program provides the opportunity to practice 21st century skills in real life settings, giving participants an edge in life.
Motivation
It takes the right staff and energy to motivate teens. The Edge staff are hand picked for their ability to motivate and facilitate these leaders of the future. Finding the balance between internal and external motivation is the key.
Reflective
Our Edge campers get the opportunity to lead activities like Trailblazer Choice with our rising 2nd and 3rd graders. After all the preparing, planning, and presenting, they process the experience with the counselors and each other.
Social Conflict
The beginning and middle of high school is a time when social freedom is desired, however still dependent on parents for transportation, primary needs and assistance.
Physical Development
Most high school students are still learning themselves physically and deciding how to utilize their assets effectively. Our trained staff help the Edge campers choose the right path during this developmental time.
Maturation and Motivation
Many high school students are in different places on the maturation scale. This program gives each Edge camper the opportunity to step up as much or as little as they are comfortable.
Cognitive Development
Edge campers are ready for the next step in life. We want them to have the Edge in whatever is next for them. The opportunity to lead programs, practice interviewing for jobs, learning first aid, planning and presenting a program to the leaders of the camp all give these campers THE EDGE!
Edge Counselors
Warm, dedicated and enthusiastic staff include college students, educators, and coaches who come from across the United States and around the World. Chosen for their expertise and maturity, our staff are committed to helping every camper enjoy their days and grow as individuals during their experiences at Triple C Camp. Learn more about our counselors
The Edge staff are trained to look out for every camper as an individual. Camper maturity fluctuates, so the right Counselors are key to the success of this leadership training program.
All About The Edge
The EDGE program puts our campers on the path to become future camp counselors.
- Planning/organizing weekly activities and events for younger campers.
- Shadowing opportunities with camp groups.
- Life Skills – Campers in the EDGE program may work with local business owners/representatives to learn everyday life skills such as banking, preparing to purchase a car, school supply drives, etc.
- Extended experiences – EDGE campers will occasionally have the opportunity to plan their own out of camp trips. Including communication with local businesses, budgeting, vehicle preparation, and more.
- Our Edge program is available 6 weeks out of the summer (Weeks 3-8). It is a progressive program with each week building upon the week prior. In order to be eligible for a staff position the following summer, we encourage campers to attend at least 4 our of the 6 available weeks.
Activities for The Edge
Edge activities below have more detail under the name
- Working Together
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Empathy
- Full Facility Usage
- Self Expression
- Independent Decision Making
- Group Planning
- Focus on community building
- Facilitation by qualified Edge and Challenge Course staff
- Achieving Goals
- Fun!
Community
- Working Together
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Empathy
Choice Activities
- Full Facility Usage
- Self Expression
- Independent Decision Making
- Group Planning
Team Building
- Focus on community building
- Facilitation by qualified Edge and Challenge Course staff
- Achieving Goals
- Fun!
Information for parents
Flexibility is the key to camping. We know that families have busy lives, so we try to be accommodating to all families needs.
Lunch
Campers will need to pack their lunch and at least two snacks each day. Lunch will be eaten with their group daily.
Transportation
Transportation is provided in Triple C vehicles, camp buses or multi passenger vehicles. All drivers are licensed, trained and experienced. Pick up points are available at The Park at UVA, Crozet (Western Albemarle High School), Fashion Square Mall, Pantops and 5th St. Station.
Frequently Asked Questions about our Edge Program.
Will Edge campers have the opportunity to do traditional camp activities?
Yes! Our Edge campers have the leadership opportunities as well as the chance to participate in everyday camp activities such as Gaga, archery, the ropes course, swimming, and more.
Will Edge campers go out of camp during the week?
There is the possibility that Edge campers will have extended, out of camp, experiences during the camp week. Some experiences will be pre-planned and educational, while other experiences will be planned by the campers themselves based off of the groups interests. They will receive a budget, present to the camp staff, make reservations, and have fun!
General Camp FAQ's
For more general camp questions visit our FAQs Page in the Parent Hub.
2023 summer camp schedule and rates.