We’re excited to release Netop’s preliminary trip schedule for 2010. The list includes old favorites and a few new trips that are sure to be a hit. Each camper gets the opportunity to go on one age-appropriate day and overnight trip each session. Younger campers participate in an overnight wilderness trip at a remote outpost on camp property or hiking at a nearby state park or lake. As campers get older their trip choices expand to include canoeing and high-alpine adventures. Popular trips include our 18-mile canoe trip down the Saco River, the scramble up to the 6,200-foot peak of Mt. Washington and Old Orchard Beach.

Session I:

Overnight trips
Juniors (ages 8 & 9) – Bradbury State Park
Inter I (ages 10 & 11) – Mt. Moosilauke in the White Mountain NF
Inter II (ages 12 &13) – Coos Canyon
Inter II & Seniors – Androscoggin River
Seniors (ages 14 & 15) – Baxter SP/ Mt. Katahdin (2 nights)

Day trips
Juniors – Sebago Lake State Park & cookout
Inter I – Tumbledown Mountain
Inter II/Seniors – Baldface in the White Mountain NF
Seniors – Old Orchard Beach & cookout

Session II:

Overnight trips
Juniors – Birch Pond/Rattlesnake Mountain
Inter I – Kancamagus Hwy & Swift River in the White Mountain NF
Inter II – Saco River & Sand Cliffs
Seniors – Acadia National Park (2 nights)

Day trips
Juniors – Popham Beach State Park & cookout
Inter I – Crescent Beach State Park
Inter II/Seniors – Mt. Washington in the White Mountain NF
Seniors – Old Orchard Beach & cookout

The first major milestone in Netop’s Lodge Restoration Campaign – the new main entrance and demolition of the old chimney – is nearly complete! The project was made possible thanks to the generous support of Netop’s alumni and current camper families. It’s part of a $125,000 investment in the 80 year old structure over the next two years. Other upcoming upgrades include changes to the electrical system, a new roof, expanded kitchen and office space which will take place during the off-season and in conjunction with our annual volunteer weekend (held June 18-20 this year). Contact us if you haven’t had a chance to contribute to the lodge campaign or would like to lend a hand during volunteer weekend.

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We had a fantastic summer at Netop! Rain or shine (plenty of both), Netop campers stayed happy and healthy. It’s a fascinating process to see new and old campers from many different backgrounds transform into a spirited cohesive group and form friendships that will last a lifetime. From 14 states and 3 countries, our Netopers created an amazing community that we will miss until next year.