Lyman Ward
Summer Adventure Camp
Lyman Ward Military Academy has a long history of helping boys to become great Americans. Our summer camp was started in 1984 as a fun way for the cadets and other adventure seekers to explore and to challenge themselves.
When: July 14th to July 27nd
Where: All over Georgia and Alabama
Who: Boys Ages 12-16
Events:
| Day 1 | Camper Check In / Meet and Greet |
| Day 2 | Marksmanship Training at LWMA |
| Day 3 | Ranger in Action Demonstration @ Fort Benning Georgia |
| Day 4 | Hike on Appalachian Trail |
| Day 5 | Mountaineering with Army Rangers @ Camp Merrell Georgia |
| Day 6 | Climbing and Rappelling at Mt. Yona with Army Rangers |
| Day 7 | Camping and Swimming in Ocoee Tennessee |
| Day 8 | Rafting Ocoee River |
| Day 9 | Cave Exploration and Camping @ Hollywood Alabama |
| Day 10 | Zip Line @ Mcintosh Georgia |
| Day 11 | Army Weapons Simulation Training @ Pelham Range, Fort McCellan Alabama |
| Day 12 | Rappelling @ Mt Cheaha (highest point in Alabama) |
| Day 13 | Equipment Clean Up and Cool Down @ LWMA |
| Day 14 | Graduation and Awards Ceremony @ LWMA |
We will be traveling a lot, but we will be having a ton of fun.
Safety
Being safe while having an adventure is our plan. There will be some scrapes and bruises, each with their own story. We have a support vehicle near by at all times as well as the know-how to take care of any problems.
Packing List
- Swim Trunks
- Hiking Shoes or Boots
- Toilet Articles
- 4 pairs of Socks and Underwear
We Provide
Shorts, t-shirts, towels, tents, backpacks, water bottles, snacks, and everything else they will need on the trail.
Ipods and Cell Phones
Expensive electronics are not needed at camp. Pack an inexpensive alternative or better yet none at all
Contacting your Son
Many of the areas where we camp and hike are remote and cell phones do not work. We will be updating Twitter as we get a chance at: http://twitter.com/Lyman_Ward
