Teen Leadership Camp sessions offer 14 – 17 year olds the chance to enjoy all that Camp Woolman has to offer, art and farm activities, sports, games, swimming and fun. TLC campers also practice leadership skills, designing and leading activities for younger campers and being stewards at camp and on trips. Teens go on separate wilderness trips and practice skills vital to becoming independent backpackers and trip leaders – all while forming a truly unique and unforgettable community. Teens will learn important trail skills from their counselors, including trail cooking, topo map reading, orienteering, and trip planning. Summer after summer TLC campers become independent and confident outdoor adventurers, creative stewards, and empathetic and engaged community members. They shine their brightest in the company of strong friendships, stunning mountain views, and life-long memories. Every Wombat Camp and TLC session features a wilderness backpacking trip. These fun day trips & 3-day / 2-night adventures are led by our experienced staff. Campers often say it was the highlight of their time at camp. Your counselors will lead you in hiking, swimming, camping, making art, learning about nature, and becoming great friends. These trips are wonderful for people who are new to backpacking as well as seasoned hikers. Campers go to destinations such as the famous Pacific Crest Trail, The South Yuba River, Grouse Ridge, Desolation Wilderness, and the amazing Sierra Buttes. Experience sleeping under the stars, hiking through beautiful places, backcountry cooking, and learning about the ecosystems and history of our surrounding wilderness. A new feature in 2023, one Wombat Camp session and one TLC session will enjoy a 2-day river rafting trip on the American River, led by a local river outfitter. These sessions are great for campers interested in pushing their boundaries, exploring the outdoors and seeing all the beauty that the Sierra Foothills has to offer!