Join Adventure Treks for two, three and four week Adventures for young adults ages 13 - 18 in the amazing scenery of the North American West. How many teenagers get to Climb Mount Saint Helens, sea kayak with seals, rock climb famous cliffs, or raft big northwestern whitewater? Join students from all over the country and the world. Discover fun, friendships, adventure, community and growth. Program features a 1:4 instructor to student ratio. contact us today for a 2008 brochure and DVD.

“I tell parents they won’t believe their good fortune to have stumbled upon such a wholesome organization, with fabulous instructors, who use fun and adventure to tap into a facet of your child’s character, endurance, or personality that had never before found expression.”
F.D. Fields, parent from Pittsburg, PA

Since 1973, Wilderness Ventures has been conducting exciting expeditions for beginners and experienced young adults, ages 13 through 20. Expeditions visit a variety of wilderness environments in the Western United States, Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, Europe, Australia, Central & South America, and the South Pacific for extended periods. Students learn outdoor and group leadership skills as well as gain an appreciation for various wilderness environments. Activities include backpacking, whitewater rafting & kayaking, mountaineering, biking, sailing, SCUBA, canoeing, sea kayaking, and community service. Participants come from nearly every state and several countries. Enrollment is limited, and applicants must submit school references prior to admission. Previous wilderness experience is not necessary.

When it comes to unforgettable summers AAVE -All About Visiting Earth has been leading the teen adventure travel industry since 1976. Our vision empowers high school students to feel alive, competent and part of a self-motivated team. Enjoy world class expeditions in rock climbing, white water rafting, backpacking, biking, sailing, kayaking, horse packing and service projects. Our hallmark is responsibility, commitment and inspirational leadership. Phone interview and references are required. Join us in Alaska, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Europe, Colorado, Thailand, Australia, England, California, Washington state, Africa and beyond. More locations. More adventures. Trips of a lifetime.

Adventure Camp: Sea Kayak
6/9-13/08, 7/7-11/08
Cost: $529
This five day camp introduces students to the challenge, excitement, and rewards of sea kayaking. The camp is a combination day camp and over night camp. The first two days students learn paddling and rescue skills on local lakes and return home each night. On day 3 we drive to the ocean for a 3 day 2 night remote kayak camping trip.Transportation from Anchorage and the valley included in tuition. Camp is limited to 8 students with two ACA instructors.



Adventure Camp: Multi Sport
6/16-20/08, 7/21-25/08
Cost: $529
Sea Kayaking, Peak Climbing, Mountain Biking, Glacier Trekking, Whitewater Rafting! This is the ultimate summer experience for the active teen. Each day is filled with a different Alaskan outdoor adventure. Our first three days of adventure are day trips, students return to their homes each night. Thursday we leave for two days of glacier trekking and river running. Students will return to Anchorage or their Valley home around 6 pm on Friday.

Adventure Camp: Whitewater Kayaking
6/2-6/08
Cost: $635
This 5 day camp allows teens to experience the excitement and thrill of running rapids in a whitewater kayak. Students learn all the strokes required to negotiate whitewater rapids including the Eskimo roll. The first day begins on a lake where students learn and perfect control and technique. Each day we move to a different body of water and increase the challenge of the adventure. Our ACA certified instructors have the training and background to make every lesson fun and safe. Upon completion, students are invited to attend our regular teen class each week during the summer.