Second Death at North Carolina Wilderness Camp Raises Concerns

Trails Carolina faces scrutiny after a 12-year-old's suspicious death, amid allegations of negligence and past incidents.

A 12-year-old boy died at Trails Carolina, a North Carolina wilderness camp, under suspicious circumstances, marking the second death of a camper in the last decade.
The camp faces allegations of negligence and has been cited for multiple deficiencies by state officials in recent years, including failure to prevent sexual assault and improper use of physical restraints.
Trails Carolina disputes claims of non-cooperation with the investigation into the recent death, asserting full cooperation with law enforcement.
Former participants and an advocacy group have raised concerns about the camp's practices, including inadequate medical attention and unsafe restraint techniques.
The camp, which charges $675 to $715 per day, aims to help children and teens with various mental health issues through wilderness expeditions.