Please note that Avid4 is happy to provide references for any of our programs. If you are interested in speaking with a parent or camper about their experience with Avid4, please do not hesitate to call Kyle at 703-447-0563 for contacts or more information.
A few words about "the absolutely best staff anywhere!":
"Excellent, excellent, excellent- what an asset to the camp!"
"I've said it before, and I'll say it again. Amazing activities, but the staff is what really counts. They always treat my kids with respect and make them feel welcome, included and special."
"They were all great! The Camp Director was very great at always being contactable!! It made me feel very good about being able to communicate with the camp no matter what time of day it was."
"My son loved all his counselors and I thought they were all excellent--from what I saw myself and heard from my son, they did a great job of teaching them new skills along with proper safety practices--a great combination."
"Anyway, my son's counselor is so fantastic. He is firm, fun, and clear with the kids regarding expectations. He is great at building the kids self esteem, and always has something of value to say to each kid. He finishes the day on a positive note, doing an awesome recap, follow-up to the days activity. I can't say enough great things about him! My son left the program feeling terrific!"
"The staff at Avid4 is what makes the program so great. The counselors are always so upbeat, enthusiastic, supportive and positive with the kids. The combination of activities and the counselor support help build the kids confidence. Thank you!"
Day Camps:
"Our experience with Avid4 has been simply wonderful!! We were at a number of other camps this summer and none could compare!" Camper Parent, Robin Goldstein-Lincoln
"I wanted to take a moment to tell you how fantastic I thought the weekly counselors were. Spencer and Courtney were just awesome. They were so attentive and clued into the kids and made each of them feel comfortable and special. I know this bc I am one of those parents who has difficulty entrusting my children to strangers so I tend to hang around too much and watch. They not only put up with me spying, but were always responsive to my concerns and questions. They really were just terrific with my son who at age 5 1/2 still cannot ride a bike. Courtney was so patient and loving to him as he tried and tried, and fell and fell. :)"
Day Camper Parent
Debbie Brinley
"We have never had a negative experience at Avid 4. I am always pleased and I always want my child to return the following summer. Keep up the great work. You have a great staff and I hope that that never changes in quality. Thanks." Camper Parent
"The camp was as great as friends told me it would be. Eric was exhausted every night, but very excited for each upcoming day. Perfect way for kids to spend the summer. Thank you." Camper Parent
"Just a quick note to say thanks for a great camp. Marina had an excellent time and came home exhausted every night but enjoyed every minute. This was her first American Summer Camp and it exceeded her expectations. The counselors were fantastic.We will be back again next year." Camper Parent, Julia Urquhart
"Thank you for providing such a wonderful service to the children! One month ago Lily could not ride a bike and had no desire to. She even said she would not participate in the biking day at camp. She only went to Avid4 because 4 of her friends were going. And now, she has participated in two weeks of Avid4 and wants to do another! Yesterday, she was pedaling without training wheels for the first time ever! She has changed so much, since attending that first week of camp. I just wanted to say thank you so much! It is so wonderful to watch my previously afraid child now light up around all of the activities you provide. She does not carry any fear around camp and is so excited about all of it. She has become so much more confident. As a parent, I am so grateful to you all. It has been such a gift to watch her progress. It is what I have wanted for her for so long. As always, your staff is amazing!"
Day Camper Parent
Staci Rieder
"I have to pass on that both of my kids thought this was the best camp they ever went to."
Camper Parent, Marty Mattei
"The prior week's informational e-mail, your clear signage on where to go upon the first day's arrival and the counselors prompt kid greeting and guidance directly to Willow and Darrah's groups were all actions that were so very impressive. They definitely instilled a sense of confidence in me about my childrens' experience." Day Camper Parent
"I was so impressed with their counselors calling the night before and the incredibly smooth registration process. So often the first moments of camp are a hectic experience." Camper parent
Family Trips:
"I wanted to share with you what an outstanding time we had. I will have lovely memories of our 11th wedding anniversary spent in Arches for years to come."Family Trip Participant, Denise Greene
"Avid4 made our first family camping experience a huge success! The teams thoughtful preparation in handling all the logistics allowed me to spend time with my kids and enjoy our time together. The trip really was the perfect outdoor adventure for all of us!" Family Trip Participant
"The whole concept is perfect for me. I don't know what went wrong but camping used to be so simple before. It was a time to get away with very little forethought and preparation. A time when less is more. If I had to plan, pack and set up equipment for my family it simply wouldn't happen. So thanks to your program I did get to get away for the weekend and I had a lovely time." Family Trip Participant, Tamara Nelson
"We will be forever grateful to you for changing the trajectory of our children's view of the world and their connection with nature. These memories are inestimable. Thank you!"
Family Trip Participants, Vickie, Jim, Sandra and Grant
"What a pleasure to have Avid4 take care of all the logistics. I can't remember the last time someone else took care of the cooking and cleanup on a family adventure. That usually falls on me. What a treat to have that provided." Family Trip Participant
"Just a very quick thank you for the wonderful 3 days with Richard, Beth and Morgan. Everything was just great, relaxed but organized, and a superb spot to stay. We will be joining you again in the future but for now, just cleaning the Moab dust out of the gear and looking forward to our get together in the near future. Thanks Avid 4 Crew, you were a great team." Family Trip Participant, Robert Bent
School Programs:
"I wanted to let you know how impressed I was with the recent Outdoor Education Intensive at Northridge Elementary. I heard many of the students say that this was "the best day of school EVER" and they have continued to talk about this experience over the past week as well. You are running an amazing program that not only teaches children about outdoor activities and environmental awareness, but also builds their self-confidence and helps them discover the importance of teamwork and encouragement. My children loved the time they spent with their class and made sure to bring both their Dad and me back after school to show us what they had learned and all that they could do. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm and their motivation to try harder when they were still struggling."
School Program Parent, Noelle Robinson
"My phone has not stopped ringing about the 5-day Avid4 Adventure school program. Parents of the 5th graders cannot thank me enough, while parents of the 4th graders are calling to make sure that we will have the program for their children next year. We all have been impressed well beyond our expectations." Principal in Highlands Ranch
"Once again, the best day of the year for my students." Principal in Boulder
"My daughter attended the Avid 4 day at Crest View School on Oct. 13th and we were so impressed with her positive reaction to the program. Many thanks to Becky and Janine for helping Paula feel very comfortable on the bike course - she loved it!! Hope to see you for summer camp ..." Crestview Parent
"I think it's cool that we get to learn about so many things that I know nothing about. Also, I liked that I got to do a play about Leave No Trace to my friends and teachers at the end of the day." School Program Participant
Camp Eden Resident Camp:
"Thanks for a truly life changing experience for my daughter. She came home with so much more self-confidence and determination to help us all live a more healthy and "adventure-filled" life. You and the counselors were such wonderful role models for those kids and have truly made a difference in their worlds."
Camp Eden Parent, Hollie Giannaula
"This was an excellently fun camp. The staff was really nice and generous. The materials we got to work with were really cool. The outdoor experiences were so fun and you got to really be with nature, learn how to respect it and play in it in a safe way." Olivia, Camp Eden camper
"My son absolutely loved Camp Eden, wants to come back next year, and is already telling all of his friends about it! He also spends more time mountain biking and less time playing video games since coming home:)" Camp Eden Parent
"This was the first overnight experience for our son and we were a bit reluctant to let him go. However, it was his choice to attend and we couldn't have had a better first time experience than Camp Eden. Our son not only came home full of stories of new friends, adventures, and sights seen, but he also came home exhausted which every parent loves to see after a week away! Thanks for your commitment to safety, adventure, and confidence building, you definitely delivered it all this year." Camp Eden Parent
"The camp was worth the visit from out of state!" Camp Eden camper
"I want to thank you for conducting a great sleep-away camp at Camp Eden. This was the first sleep-away camp that our son has participated in. Before the camp, he was somewhat apprehensive about being away from his family for an entire week. When he arrived at camp, he was welcomed by the Staff and it was as if he felt immediately comfortable and ready for the adventure." Camp Eden Parent
"We received a letter during the week from Chase and it sums up what his thoughts were on the camp:
-the food is great!
-I am having so much fun.
-Camp Eden is a great place – there are so many fun things to do.
-I’ve met some new friends."
Camp Eden Parent, Conrad McCarty