Ijams completes second week of Outdoor Adventure Camp!

We DID it! Confidence building.

Joy. It's unmistakable. You can see it on their faces. 

But, before that, sometimes there's a little trepidation. Trying something new, like canoeing, kayaking or even riding a bike can be a little intimidating, if you have never done it.

But doing it is a confidence builder.

This summer, Ijams is embarking on an exciting new program for East Tennessee children. Outdoor Adventure Camp!

Yes, outside all day—hiking, canoeing, paddle-boarding, biking, creek exploring, dip-netting, sweep netting and rock climbing.

With the help of generous partners:

          • West Knoxville Sertoma Club 

          • Boys and Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley 

          • Grassroots Outdoor Alliance 

          • Horny Toad Activewear 

          • Pelican International 

           • River Sports Outfitters 

Ijams will be able to offer camp scholarships for kids in traditionally under-served communities. 

After the first two weeks we've seen kids from Walter P. Taylor, Western Heights and the new Middlebrook Boys and Girls Clubs.

Here's some highlights of week two:

- By Jennifer Roder, Stephen Lyn Bales. Photos SLB.

By the end of the week, the kids work as a team.

Riding a mountain bike can be a little overwhelming, at first.

All you need is a little help getting started.

New this week: a simulated backcountry rescue.

A call comes in. There's an injured woman who needs to be located.

A rescue team is assembled and takes to the trail.

The pretend victim is found and comforted; injuries assessed. 


A look back. 
Outdoor Adventure Camp!  Week 1.