Nebraskans have a special relationship with trees, in part because this is the birthplace of Arbor Day. We tend to jump on any chance that we have to be near and among them. This tree adventure in eastern Nebraska lets you get to know yourself a little better while connecting with nature.
Camp Fontanelle is located near the towns of Fontanelle and Nickerson.
Google Maps The camp is a faith-based summer camp destination for kids, but at certain times of the year the activities are open to the public as well.
The tree climbing activity is available for birthday parties and other groups with prior reservations.
Camp Fontanelle There are also some scheduled open climbs through the year.
Experienced staff help climbers into their safety gear and provide instructions on using the arborist rope system to ascend into the trees.
Facebook/Camp Fontanelle This is where you have to depend on yourself to be brave and take on this new challenge, and you’ll feel amazing when you do.
Climbers don’t need any special athletic abilities to participate. The Doubled Rope Technique makes it easy and fun to climb.
Facebook/Camp Fontanelle However, this is still an energetic activity, so climbers do need to be in good physical condition.
The climbing technique is gentle on the trees. Camp staff take extra special care of the climbing trees to ensure they stay healthy.
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The camp also features 700 feet of zip lines which were added in 2013.
Facebook/Camp Fontanelle The zip line is open on weekends in the fall when the camp’s corn maze is open. You can also reserve time by contacting the camp in advance.
Participants climb up a 20-foot tower and then - fully outfitted in safety gear, of course - leap off and enjoy a thrilling ride over a ravine.
Camp Fontanelle
After reaching the other side and coming to a running stop, riders climb up another tower and jump for the return trip. It’s a fun 350-foot journey each way.
Camp Fontanelle
The camp also features other great activities like outdoor laser tag, an annual autumn corn maze, a petting zoo, team building activity courses, outdoor movie nights, and “tree boats” you can rent to sleep among the trees.
Google Maps
The camp is a faith-based summer camp destination for kids, but at certain times of the year the activities are open to the public as well.
Camp Fontanelle
There are also some scheduled open climbs through the year.
Facebook/Camp Fontanelle
This is where you have to depend on yourself to be brave and take on this new challenge, and you’ll feel amazing when you do.
However, this is still an energetic activity, so climbers do need to be in good physical condition.
The zip line is open on weekends in the fall when the camp’s corn maze is open. You can also reserve time by contacting the camp in advance.
For more information on the availability and cost of activities, contact Camp Fontanelle at (402) 478-4296 or explore their website. The camp is located at 9677 County Road 3, Fontanelle, Nebraska 68044.
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