Adventure Camp

Summer

Adventure Camp is the latest addition to STIX Diabetes Programs, focusing on diabetic management and the unique challenges diabetics face during the transitional years from being a teenager to becoming an adult (ages 16-19). 

Adventure Camp 2020 will be hosted near Riggins Idaho for a fully-guided Salmon River rafting and camping trip for a 4 day weekend retreat August 6th-9th. 

Campers participate in and take responsibility for their diabetes care with the help of staff, consistent with the advanced maturity level we ask of an adventure camper. Campers will bring and manage their own equipment for diabetes while at camp, and receive guidance for balancing their activity level with food and insulin intake.

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Adventure Camp

Camp STIX and Beyond

Campers at STIX Adventure Camp will interact with other young diabetic adults and share tips & tricks for dealing with their diabetes. This camp is meant to be a retreat, providing the opportunity to reflect on diabetes and the way it impacts our lives, and providing information that may make managing the disease easier.

We look forward to creating new traditions at Adventure Camp! The activity options change each year based on our location but you're sure to enjoy some outdoor fun--always a new adventure to look forward to!

Campers will participate in and take responsibility for their diabetes care, with the help of staff, consistent with the advanced maturity level we ask of an adventure camper. Campers will bring and manage their own equipment for diabetes while at camp, and receive guidance for balancing their activity level with food and insulin intake.

Adventure Camp will never offer a dull moment to teens with diabetes!

 

History of Adventure Camp

The story of how we came to be.

Adventure Camp has been a vision for STIX Diabetes Programs for many years. There has always been a need for a camp tailored to young diabetic adults transitioning into a more independent way of life. Growing up with diabetes with the support of your family and friends is very different than managing diabetes independently. The goal of Adventure Camp is to provide young diabetic adults a resource to gather tips, tricks, and tools to manage their diabetes and handle the unique challenges that arise during these transitional years.

2019 was the inaugural year for Adventure Camp. A team of 7 Medical/Program Staff guided a crew of 24 young diabetic men and women on an adventure in West Glacier, Montana and we had a blast. Looking forward to new adventures in 2020 on the Salmon River near Riggins, ID!

Games & Activities

Great Northern’s scenic rafting and white water rafting trips, on the boundary of Glacier National Park, are an exhilarating activity for all. Nothing beats the refreshing blast of a glacier fed river from some of Montana’s best white water rafting or enjoy the relaxing Glacier National Park views on a hot summer day!Great Northern’s scenic rafting and white water rafting trips, on the boundary of Glacier National Park, are an exhilarating activity for all. Nothing beats the refreshing blast of a glacier fed river from some of Montana’s best white water rafting or enjoy the relaxing Glacier National Park views on a hot summer day!

https://greatnorthernresort.com/rafting/

Come and experience Glacier's pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains, and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a hiker's paradise for adventurous visitors seeking wilderness and solitude. Relive the days of old through historic chalets, lodges, and the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road. Explore Glacier National Park and discover what awaits you.

https://www.nps.gov/glac/index.htm

Adventure Camp wouldn't be part of the STIX family without a fireplace to share stories, songs, and memories with other fellow diabetics.

Many beautiful sights and adventures are home to West Glacier Montana. Waterfalls, lakes, rivers and endless open sky!

Enjoy a friendly-competitive game of volleyball, onsite at Great Northern Resort’s sand volleyball court.