EXTREME Journey History Camp at Oatlands
Join us this summer for Extreme Journey, an exciting week-long adventure that combines history, outdoor exploration, and hands-on learning — all set against the beautiful backdrop of Oatlands. Designed for middle school students, this unique day camp program offers two unique immersive sessions, each one week long. Campers can register for one session or both. In conjunction with the upcoming 250th anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence, this year’s sessions will explore colonial America and the Revolutionary War.
Session 1: Road to Revolution – Loudoun County’s Story
July 7 – July 11
M-F 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, Day Camp ONLY
Discover Loudoun County’s fascinating role in early America and the Revolutionary War. Students will explore how powerful speeches, spirited debates, and courageous actions shaped the path to independence. Through interactive activities, primary source analysis, and outdoor challenges, campers will uncover the stories that brought revolution to their doorstep. Campers will be based at Oatlands on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. On Tuesday, they will explore the Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum and Vestal’s Gap Road, and on Thursday they will canoe the Potomac with a focus on indigenous history.
Session 2: Revolutionary War Trailblazers
July 14 – July 18
M-F 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, Day Camp ONLY
Dive into the inspiring stories of Revolutionary War heroes — including our country’s founders, African Americans, Native Americans, women and spies — who all played pivotal roles in shaping America’s future. This session highlights both well-known figures and unsung trailblazers from Loudoun County and beyond. On Monday, Wednesday, and Friday campers will engage in hands-on activities at Oatlands to better understand the contributions of these historical figures. On Tuesday, we will bike the C&O canal and uncover the history of Catoctin Iron Furnace. On Thursday, campers will travel to James Madison’s Montpelier.
Details
The program is open to middle school students (rising 6th – 8th graders). High school students interested in volunteering as counselors can reach out to Ava Hampton (ava@jthg.org) for more information.
Both sessions will be held at Oatlands in Leesburg, Virginia (20850 Oatlands Plantation Lane, Leesburg, VA 20175). Sessions run from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Monday through Friday.
Don’t miss this unforgettable opportunity to connect with history, build leadership skills, and experience the stories of the past in a whole new way!
$450 per session
*Please note that activities and site visits are subject to change
