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.

Our river property has an extensive area dedicated to our camps. The days are spent on the water and the nights are busy with kickball, capture-the-flag, and campfires. We serve three home-cooked meals a day and have plenty of snacks to keep kids fueled for the river. We have a great 3 students to 1 instructor ratio and also utilize junior instructors (instructors under age 18) to promote peer learning. All of our equipment is sized for kids. We also have programs in Costa Rica, Mexico, and Chile.