Camp Powell Adventures
Pittsburgh Area
Teen Adventures
Small Groups, Big Appalachian Adventures
Mobile summer camp, coed trips for ages 10-17, led by experienced outdoor educators.
Find your adventure
Teen Trips and Pre-Teen Trips
Small-group summer adventures for ages 10-17.
Adult Trips
Planned and custom outdoor experiences for adults.
Professional Guiding
Expert-led climbing, paddling, backpacking, and trail planning.
Teambuilding Services
Hands-on group experiences for schools, youth groups, and teams.
Owner-led from first question to last day
Meet the guide behind every trip.
Brad Powell built Powell Adventures after 15 years in outdoor education and more than 100 week-long adventure trips. The goal is simple: help young people grow through real days outside, while giving parents a clear, direct line to the person running the trip.
Meet Brad PowellThe Powell approach
Big days outside. A clear plan for parents.
1 Choose a route that fits your teen.
2 Talk through questions directly with Brad.
3 Send them off with a small crew and a real itinerary.
Frequently asked questions
What ages can join a teen trip?+
Most 2027 trips serve campers ages 12-17. West Virginia Ultimate, Gorgeous Adventure, Virginia Highlands, and Lehigh Valley Extreme welcome ages 13-16. Check each trip page before booking.
Where do trips depart from?+
All teen trips depart from the Greater Pittsburgh Area, with Cranberry Township and the Zelienople community serving as the departure area. The exact location will be emailed upon registration.
How do I ask questions before booking?+
Schedule a video call with Brad. He can walk through the route, the travel plan, and the right fit for your camper.
How do parents stay updated?+
Powell Adventures shares daily communication with parents and provides password-protected trip photos through SmugMug after each trip.
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