Back to Basics

Helping families and kids reconnect with nature—one life-changing trip at a time.

Our Mission: Ignite the Warrior Spirit in the Next Generation

At Back to Basics, we help youth unplug from screens and reconnect with their inner strength through powerful outdoor experiences. Our programs build grit, resilience, confidence, and leadership—raising a generation of warriors ready to take on life’s real challenges.

Our Programs

Warrior Way Summer Camp

Ages: 8–17 | Length: 1–2 weeks | When: June–August
This is the heart of our mission. A transformative, screen-free camp experience focused on survival skills, team challenges, and personal growth.

What kids learn:
✔ Hard work and Farm life skills
✔ Outdoor obstacle courses & fitness
✔ Leadership, confidence & emotional strength
✔ Daily “Warrior Circles” for reflection & growth

Age Tracks:

Young Warriors (8–11) – Hands-on nature play & beginner challenges

Rising Leaders (12–14) – Team-based challenges & responsibility

Warrior Mentors (15–17) – Leadership-in-training & peer mentoring

Weekend Warrior Retreats

Ages: 10–17 | When: Year-round, Friday–Sunday
Quick, intensive retreats for youth to reset, reconnect, and build resilience in nature.

Themes vary by retreat:

  • Power Through the Storm – Resilience and emotional strength
  • Forge Your Path – Purpose, identity & leadership
  • One Tribe – Teamwork, trust, and belonging

Great for schools, church groups, or youth centers.

Adventure Series: One-Day Events

All Ages | When: Monthly
Get a taste of the warrior life with guided hikes, obstacle days, and hands-on wilderness fun.

Sample Events:

  • “Unplug Days” for digital detox & mindfulness in nature
  • Community nature hikes
  • Outdoor stewardship & clean-ups
  • Rock climbing, ropes courses, and survival games

Build-A-Warrior Mentorship Program

A long-term mentorship experience pairing kids with strong role models to guide them through physical, emotional, and leadership growth.

Includes:

  • Leadership workshops & service projects
  • Monthly campfire meetups & challenges
  • Journaling, goal setting & self-reflection

Corporate & Community Partner Days

Invite your team or organization to join our movement. Sponsor events, volunteer, or host Warrior Challenges with us.

Options include:

  • Youth-mentor community build days
  • Sponsor-a-Warrior team day
  • Corporate adventure races

Create a Custom Experience

Have a school group, youth team, or retreat in mind? We’ll design a one-of-a-kind Back to Basics experience just for you.
📩 Contact Us to start planning.


Get Involved

Help us reach more youth, expand nationally, and double our impact. You can:

Sponsor a Camper

Send a kid to camp and spark a lifelong love of the outdoors.

Become a Mentor

Guide and inspire the next generation.

Volunteer at Events

Lend a hand at local programs and help bring each event to life.

Donate to Support the Mission

Fuel our growth and help us reach more youth nationwide.