C.O.P.E. Project

Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience • Ages 14 and up

What is C.O.P.E.?

C.O.P.E. (Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience) is Scouting America’s adventure and personal development program that challenges participants physically and mentally through team-based outdoor activities.

At Guajataka, the C.O.P.E. Project is available for groups ages 14 and up: Scouts BSA, youth groups and corporate teams.

Why C.O.P.E.?

C.O.P.E. builds key skills that extend far beyond camp:

Planning and organization
Self-esteem and personal confidence
Leadership and decision-making
Teamwork and communication
Creative problem solving

The 4 Phases of C.O.P.E.

Each phase is designed to build confidence progressively.

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Warm-Up Games

Staff-guided warm-up activities to break the ice, build team cohesion and prepare participants mentally.

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Challenge By Choice

No one is forced to complete any element. Each participant decides how far they want to go, fostering autonomy and mutual respect.

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Low Events

Team elements from 18 inches up to 12 feet high. They include ground cables, ropes and platforms that challenge communication and coordination.

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High Events

Up to 35 feet high: cargo net, flying squirrel, double ropes, zip line and rappel. The pinnacle of personal challenge with top-of-the-line safety gear.