Zip Line Canopy Tour

NEW!  Zip Line Canopy Tour

Camp Thompson has always been known as the area leader in camping adventure and team building services providing unique, innovative and exciting challenges for groups of all ages.  Now we are taking it to a whole new level with the New Zip Line Canopy Tour.  Made possible this season through a bequest from a generous Y supporter, this tremendous asset to the camp will allow countless youth to continue to gain confidence, develop character, and achieve a sense of empowerment through the resident camp experience. 

 

THIS IS A ZIP LINE LIKE NO OTHER!  

  • The tour begins with a 30' tension traverse on a rope bridge.  
  • Once completed participants make their way to the first of two zips through the trees.  The first is over 125' long in which you will reach speeds of 15 to 20 mphs! 
  • Next you can try your hand at the tetrohydrgen - a brand new element which requires teamwork, balance, and patience as your team holds planks on a wire in place for you as you traverse 25' gap. 
  • Finally, you are on to the last leg of the zip tour which culminates in a zip of over 315' and you reach speeds of over 20 mph! 
  • Once on the landing deck you take a 40' repel to the bottom of the canopy.    

PRESS EVENT!  
Wednesday, August 4th members of the press are invited to Camp Thompson to witness history in the making!  The Zip Line Tour will be unveiled to campers in session this week so they can be the first to try the exciting ride! Press will also be given the chance to participate on the zip line tour if they choose.  

 
 

Carlisle Family YMCA, 311 South West Street, Carlisle PA  17013, (717) 243-2525

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