CAMP TELOS™ at Moss Mountain

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The 7-day CAMP TELOS experience for kids combines adventure, creativity, learning, and family bonding. Kids have the chance to explore new skills and interests, both with their families and independently, in a nurturing and immersive environment. The experience offers a perfect balance of fun, education, and relaxation, leaving children with lifelong memories and a deeper connection to nature, themselves, and their loved ones.

Immersive Themes and Highlights for Kids at TELOS

- Nature and Animal Connection: Kids get hands-on experiences with farm animals, learn about sustainability, and build a deep connection with the natural world.

- Creative Expression: Through workshops in cooking, art, and floral design, children are encouraged to explore their creative potential.

- Adventure and Discovery: Cross-country biking, wilderness survival, fishing, and nature hikes provide children with outdoor skills, physical exercise, and a sense of adventure.

- Learning and Growth: Children gain life skills such as cooking, gardening, teamwork, and leadership, while having fun with friends and family.

- Social Connectivity:  TELOS provides a safe environment for kids to build friendships, engage in group activities, and enjoy social time with peers.

The CAMP TELOS experience for children, ages K-12, is designed to inspire curiosity, foster creativity, and build a deeper connection with nature. Through a mix of activities with and without their parents, children will explore the outdoors, engage in hands-on learning, and develop life skills, all while having fun. Here’s a 7-day immersive itinerary that balances independence, learning, and family bonding:

Day 1: Welcome to TELOS (Family Day) 

- Morning: Families arrive and enjoy a welcome breakfast at the Culinary Center, featuring farm-to-fork meals.

- Activity: A family nature walk  on the trails around TELOS, introducing children to the flora and fauna of the area. Kids are encouraged to collect leaves, flowers, and other natural items to start their "TELOS Nature Journal."

- Afternoon: Kids and parents engage in a scavenger hunt  throughout the property. This adventure helps them learn about the land, its history, and its wildlife.

- Evening: Gather as a family at the TELOS Amphitheater for live music under the stars. Children and parents can dance, sing, and enjoy local bluegrass together.

Day 2: Farm and Animal Adventures (Kids-Only Day)

- Morning: After breakfast, the kids head to Camp TELOS  for an immersive day at the farm. They’ll get hands-on experience feeding animals, learning about sustainable farming, and even gathering eggs.

- Activity: Horseback riding lessons where kids can ride and care for the horses, learning about grooming and stable management.

- Afternoon: Time to interact with the farm animals, including watching sheep being herded and helping to milk the goats. This day of tactile learning connects kids with the rhythms of farm life.

- Evening: Family bonfire night with s’mores and stories. The kids share their experiences from the day and parents enjoy a relaxing evening together.

Day 3: Adventure and Exploration (Kids Only)

- Morning: After breakfast, the children embark on a cross-country biking adventure through the scenic trails. Guided by expert instructors, they’ll learn basic biking skills, teamwork, and trail safety.

- Afternoon: After lunch, the kids head to the TELOS Sports Club for a game of tennis, where they are coached in the basics of the game, followed by fun matches with their peers.

- Evening: Dinner with the family, followed by stargazing with an expert at the TELOS Amphitheater. Kids learn about constellations and the myths behind them, with telescopes set up for a closer look.

Day 4: Creative Workshops and Family Time (Family Day)

- Morning: Kids and parents participate in a family cooking class, learning how to make a farm-fresh breakfast together. The lesson emphasizes healthy, seasonal ingredients, and children are encouraged to take ownership of creating their meals.

- Afternoon: Time for a family floral workshop where kids and parents work together to create beautiful floral displays using fresh blooms from the garden. Children learn about different flower species and arrangement techniques.

- Evening: A farm-to-table family dinner, where kids can show off their cooking and floral creations, followed by a relaxing evening spent together at the TELOS Amphitheater.

Day 5: Wilderness Survival and Exploration (Kids-Only Day)

- Morning: The children head out on a wilderness survival skills workshop. Here, they’ll learn about basic camping, fire-building, orienteering, and shelter-making, while practicing team-building and leadership skills.

- Afternoon: After lunch, it’s time for some water fun at the River Club where kids can participate in safe, guided fishing. They’ll learn about the local aquatic ecosystem, how to cast, and, of course, the thrill of catching fish!

- Evening : After a fun-filled day, the kids unwind with a movie night  in the TELOS Garden, enjoying an outdoor film screening with their new friends.

Day 6: Sports and Arts (Family Optional Day)

- Morning: Kids can choose between another round of tennis or a guided nature hike with their peers. Parents are welcome to join or take time for themselves at the spa or golf course.

- Afternoon: A creative art workshop  where children craft their own nature-inspired art pieces using materials they collected throughout the week. Parents are invited to join and make art alongside their kids.

- Evening: Family picnic under the stars. Enjoy fresh food from the farm and relax as a group. Afterward, gather around a bonfire for storytelling and music with other families.

Day 7: Celebration and Reflection (Family Day)

- Morning:  A farewell breakfast  where children share their favorite moments from the week. Parents and kids are encouraged to reflect on how they grew closer and what they learned during their stay.

- Activity:  Families participate in a group hike  to a scenic overlook, where they take a commemorative family photo and discuss how they’ll bring the lessons of TELOS back home.

- Afternoon: Farewell celebration with games, face painting, and prizes for the children. Parents can shop for local farm products and artisanal goods at the TELOS Market.

- Evening:  The final dinner is a family-style banquet with all families together. The kids and parents gather one last time at the TELOS Amphitheater for an evening of music, storytelling, and stargazing.The 7-day CAMP TELOS experience for kids combines adventure, creativity, learning, and family bonding. Kids have the chance to explore new skills and interests, both with their families and independently, in a nurturing and immersive environment. The experience offers a perfect balance of fun, education, and relaxation, leaving children with lifelong memories and a deeper connection to nature, themselves, and their loved ones.