Swing from a Trapeze…at Camp Winnarainbow
What To Expect: A six-day stay in Mendocino County, California, that’s colorful in every way. Activities range from “clowning class” to stilt-walking lessons to rides on a 350-foot waterslide. Rub elbows with fellow Bozos-in-training at three daily meals and in shared tepees; both included in the $600 price.
Learn More: www.campwinnarainbow.org.
Ride a Bull…at Arizona Cowboy College
What To Expect: Two days of clinics on saddling, riding, and safety at the Lorill Equestrian Center, in Scottsdale, Arizona, followed by four days working beside cowboys (and four nights sleeping under the stars). Runs $2,250, including meals and lodging.
Learn More: www.cowboycollege.com.
Peel Out in a Race Car…at Richard Petty Driving Experience
What To Expect: Eight 10-lap driving sessions in up to 1 1/2 days. You’ll start slow and increase speed in your own car, as an instructor drives close by. The $2,499 to $2,699 course is available at seven tracks in the United States.
Learn More: www.1800bepetty.com.
Record a Demo…at Rock ’N’ Roll Fantasy Camp
What To Expect: Five days of small-group instruction led by a celebrity musician (past instructors include Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys and Slash of Guns N’ Roses). You’ll write and perform an original song, rehearse at a professional studio, and compete in a Battle of the Bands. Cost varies.
Learn More: www.rockcamp.com.
Make Your Own Wine…at Crushpad
What To Expect: Following a batch of West Coast grapes from growth to goblet. You sort the bunches after they’ve been harvested, participate in pressing the fruit, and help design labels for the bottles. You’ll receive the finished wine in 6 to 24 months and pay $4,500 (and up) per barrel.
Learn More: www.crushpadwine.com.
Train Like an Astronaut…at Space Camp’s Advanced Space Academy for Adults
What To Expect: A week of access to equipment at Space Camp, in Huntsville, Alabama — jet simulators, a 3G centrifuge, and a one-sixth-gravity trainer for simulating moon strolls. $1,299, all-inclusive.
Learn More: www.spacecamp.com.
Dance the Days Away…at Ballroom Vermont
What To Expect: Five and a half days of group lessons in a resort in Killington. Come alone or with a partner and tackle the tango, swing dancing, and more. On the last evening, you can perform in a group routine. From $1,599, includes two meals and lodging.
Learn More: www.ballroomdancecamp.com.
Become an Iron Chef…at New Orleans Cooking Experience
What To Expect: Four days of total immersion in Creole and Cajun cooking, starting with dinner at local favorite Brigtsen’s and continuing with classes taught by notable New Orleans chefs, like Leah Chase ($385 for the classes).
Learn More: www.neworleanscookingexperience.com.
