Teen Camp (Ages 13-17)

What would camp be without the challenging sport of archery? Our instructor will help you improve your marksmanship on Cohutta's very own Archery Range. Combine that with a week of model rocketry, what more could you ask for? Spend half the class time as bowman and the other half building and launching your own model rocket. Of course, special safety rules are observed to make sure everyone has a fun, safe time. So come give it a shot!

Because of it's popularity, basketball has become it's own attraction. Focus on developing your skills all week. Our athletic staff will help you take your game to the next level. (Not available during Teen I)

Jumping, racing, speeding, swerving, all the thrills and spills of BMX biking are packed into one week of Cohutta’s BMX biking program. From the beginner to the pro, Cohutta Springs’ very own BMX racetrack is challenging, exciting and lots of fun. Bikes and helmets provided.

Come learn how to take pictures like the pros. Spend each morning trying to capture the wonder of Cohutta Springs with a camera. Your best photos could find their way onto the website, be selected as "photo of the week" and possibly be in the camp brochure. Give it a shot.

Want to learn the secret of the awesome plays at Cohutta Springs? Then drama is for you. Our drama program will improve your acting skills, peer communication skills, ability to stand and speak in front of a group, eye contact, body control, projection, diction and confidence. Come join us on stage!

With so many requests to fish the many ideal locations of Cohutta, we finally offer this new attraction. As you can see, there are fish to be caught! Bring your own poles or use camp gear to participate in our catch and release program. Who will catch the biggest fish of the summer? It could be you!

Want to get in shape? You will experience power tumbling, acrobatics, balance and flexibility. For physical challenge and lots of thrills, this sport is hard to beat. Whether you are a beginner or intermediate you will really enjoy Cohutta Springs’ Gymnastics.

Do you love horses? This attraction is for you. You'll get hands-on experience, saddling, grooming and caring for your camp horse. Each day, you'll enjoy trail rides through the Cohutta Wilderness. Our certified instructors will evaluate all riders to best place them in a class level that is challenging and fun. Come ride the trails with us.

This year, we reintroduced mountain biking at Cohutta Springs.  With about six new miles of single track trail, this will be an absolutely amazing experience as you will see parts of Cohutta Springs property that have not been seen before.  So come get into the deep woods and experience Cohutta's high country as you develop your knowledge and skills in this growing sport.

If you want to go back in time, discover how to care for animals, make crafts from the Smoky Mountains and learn about Appalachian nature, then you will totally enjoy Mountain Lore. It is a unique experience offered only by Cohutta Springs Youth Camp. Ya’ll come!

Now you can learn how to play the guitar and lead camp songs from Cohutta Springs’ fine music staff. Learn chords, strumming and leadership skills. Cohutta Springs will provide a guitar for you or bring your own. Also, learn to sing your favorite contemporary Christian songs. If you like to sing and play the guitar, you will love this attraction.

This new attraction will be complete with equipment, safety gear and a ration of paintballs. (Additional paintballs will be available in the CSYC Mall.) Enjoy our woods course as you play this amazing game of paintball tag.

CSYC staff will help you learn how to work out spiritually. This Bible base attraction will develop confidence in God and help you establish an ever strengthening relationship with Him. Learn how to find your faith and how to share it. Come and get pumped up!

If you like sports, this one’s for you! Cohutta Springs’ sports class can help you sharpen up skills and develop new ones in your favorite team sport. You'll experience a different team sport each day. So come join the fun and challenging games that our sports class has to offer.

Cohutta Springs has an exciting swimming program this summer. You can learn five levels of swimming from our American Red Cross Certified instructors. You’ll also enjoy one of our hottest activities, “The Blob.” This giant air-filled pillow is one of the "funnest" waterfront activities known to man! Play "King of the Blob" with your friends or get in "take-off position" and get launched into the wild blue yonder! Or ride the amazing 150-foot waterslide. If you like roller coasters and screaming, you'll love this. Or climb the launching pad and sail through the sky on Cohutta's Giant Rope Swing.  You've never been on a swing like this before!

How about something unique this summer? In videography you can capture the exciting Cohutta Springs activities as you create your own souvenir video. We will provide you with an instructor and all the high quality equipment you need to learn about digital cameras and digital editing.

Talk about fun in the sun! With two Nautiques (the world’s top-rated competition wakeboard boat) and a full line of HO ski and wakeboard gear, this is a very popular camp activity. Our membership with the American Waterski Association qualifies us to instruct beginners to experts.

No microwaves, tv's, or blow dryers. Just you, basic necessities and the forest. Instructors will teach you how to survive and thrive in nature. Learn edible plants, shelter making, camp cookery, and fire building in the Cohutta wilderness. Overnight packing trip included.