Each year we offer this four-week program to a select group of young outdoors people. The crowning achievement of our Woodscraft Path, the Junior Maine Guide program at Bryant Pond is a demanding training course which prepares students to excel at the Maine State JMG testing encampment. To pass the test, candidates must demonstrate competence in outdoor skills and knowledge including canoe handling and safety, shelter and fire building, map and compass, Maine geography, first aid, backcountry cooking, and tree identification.

While many camps offer Junior Maine Guide programs, ours is a field-based course. Under the supervision of Registered Maine Guides, candidates plan and carry out multi-day canoe and backpack trips, where skills are daily tested by real outdoor challenges.

Set yourself apart from the crowd, make friendships for a lifetime, and earn the right to wear the Junior Maine Guide patch! Due to the popularity of this program, space is limited. Call or write soon for more information and an application package.

See photos of the JMG crew in action.

Areas of Evaluation

MAJORS: Axemanship, Canoeing, Individual Shelter, Individual Fireplace, Topographic Map, Map of Area, Map of Maine, Trip Equipment, First Aid, Cooking, Group Encampment

MINORS: Maine Issues, Wet Day Fire, Trees, Hiking/Backing, Equipment Knowledge, Environmental Concerns, Minimum Impact Camping, Wilderness Regulations, General Knowledge

Information on how to apply.

Ages: 15 - 18

Registration Form [Word]
Registration Form [PDF]

What to Bring List

Program Dates:
6/28 - 7/24
New dates:
7/5 - 7/31
(4 week program)

Cost: $2,875